Encyclopedia of Games by Davis Anderson | Vintage Hardcover Game Reference Book

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DESCRIPTION Title: Encyclopedia of GamesAuthor: Davis AndersonPublisher: To be confirmedPublication Year: To be confirmedFormat: HardcoverEdition / Printing: Vintage edition; specific edition/printing not confirmedISBN: Not applicable / to be confirmed if present A vintage hardcover copy of Encyclopedia of Games by Davis Anderson, a substantial reference-style volume devoted to games, rules, play, and recreational instruction. With its classic blue cloth binding and gilt spine lettering, this book has both practical reference appeal and decorative library presence. This is the kind of older game book that works well for collectors of vintage recreation guides, board game history, parlor games, card games, family entertainment, and traditional leisure culture. It also has strong shelf appeal for a game room, gentleman’s library, cabin, den, study, or old-world book collection. WORTH NOTING Vintage hardcover copy of Encyclopedia of Games Author: Davis Anderson Blue cloth binding with gilt spine lettering Reference-style book covering games and play Interior pages shown in photos Appears to include rules, descriptions, and explanatory text Strong decorative appeal for a game room, library, den, or study Suitable for collectors of vintage game books, recreational guides, and traditional entertainment references Specific publisher, date, edition, and printing should be confirmed from the title/copyright page before final listing A handsome vintage volume with both subject interest and display value CONDITION Pre-owned vintage condition with normal signs of age, handling, and shelf wear. The blue hardcover binding presents well overall, with visible gilt lettering on the spine and interior pages shown in the photos. Photos suggest expected age toning to the pages and general vintage handling wear. Final inspection should confirm the title page and copyright details, binding tightness, hinge condition, page completeness, any writing or ownership marks, foxing, staining, tears, loose pages, spine wear, corner wear, and any odors. No dust jacket is visible in the photos. FROM THE HOUSE Selected for its classic subject matter, handsome blue binding, and old-fashioned reference appeal, this is the sort of book that belongs near a chessboard, card table, or well-stocked library shelf. A proper vintage volume for those who believe a good game deserves rules, ritual, and perhaps just a little competitive smugness. ~ Maxwell