VINTAGE C. S. Forester Horatio Hornblower 1939 3 book Set Vol.I-III, all 3 DJ'd

$125.00
For your consideration, we offer an exceptional find for maritime and classic adventure collectors: a complete 3-volume boxed set of Captain Horatio Hornblower by C.S. Forester, published in Boston by Little, Brown and Company in 1939.

​This iconic trilogy (Beat to Quarters, Ship of the Line, and Flying Colours) comes housed in its original publisher's slipcase and includes the rare laid-in promotional insert from the April Book-of-the-Month Club News detailing the author.

​Condition Report:
​Books: Clean text blocks with no markings in the text. Features beautiful illustrations by N.C. Wyeth on front page inserts. Volumes include a small vintage owner label on the front endpaper.

​Slipcase & Wrappers: The original publisher's slipcase and protective translucent paper dust wrappers show vintage edge wear, splits, and chipping appropriate for their age and delicate nature. Book I's is damaged, while II and III are complete and very good condition.
Covers: Front and back covers are in Fine to Very Fine condition and have very little edge rubbing appropriate for their age.
Text Blocks: Contain no markings, highlights, or pencil marks. Pages are all intact with no visible creasing and are Very Fine.
​Visual Reference: Please refer to the provided photographs for a complete and accurate visual representation of the overall condition. Will happily provide additional photos, scans and video upon request.

​An essential centerpiece for any C.S. Forester or naval historical fiction collection.
For your consideration, we offer an exceptional find for maritime and classic adventure collectors: a complete 3-volume boxed set of Captain Horatio Hornblower by C.S. Forester, published in Boston by Little, Brown and Company in 1939.

​This iconic trilogy (Beat to Quarters, Ship of the Line, and Flying Colours) comes housed in its original publisher's slipcase and includes the rare laid-in promotional insert from the April Book-of-the-Month Club News detailing the author.

​Condition Report:
​Books: Clean text blocks with no markings in the text. Features beautiful illustrations by N.C. Wyeth on front page inserts. Volumes include a small vintage owner label on the front endpaper.

​Slipcase & Wrappers: The original publisher's slipcase and protective translucent paper dust wrappers show vintage edge wear, splits, and chipping appropriate for their age and delicate nature. Book I's is damaged, while II and III are complete and very good condition.
Covers: Front and back covers are in Fine to Very Fine condition and have very little edge rubbing appropriate for their age.
Text Blocks: Contain no markings, highlights, or pencil marks. Pages are all intact with no visible creasing and are Very Fine.
​Visual Reference: Please refer to the provided photographs for a complete and accurate visual representation of the overall condition. Will happily provide additional photos, scans and video upon request.

​An essential centerpiece for any C.S. Forester or naval historical fiction collection.