Washington D.C. guide 1924 Reynolds tourist book w/ city plan map & views
Brian DiMambro- Antiquarian Books, Maps & Prints(Old Books, 19th Century Books, Americana, Travel, Tourism, Washington D.C., Books with Maps, Illustrated Books).
The Standard Guide: Washington. A Handbook for Visitors, by Charles B. Reynolds.
Published 1924, Washington by Foster & Reynolds.
177 pages. Text in English. Profusely illustrated throughout with 120 photographic views. Abundant period advertising, often pictorial. Large folding color city plan at rear, key locates 70 specific key spots.
Publisher's pictorial paper wrappers.
Book is physically old and shows some signs of handling and time. Book is not new or in "new" condition.
Binding gently age worn, joints slightly scuffed, remains overall attractive as an object.
Text block paper is gently toned, internally still well preserved, tight, sound.
Still attractive on the shelf. Book displays a pleasing and unique age patina and is in nice antiquarian condition, any age flaws easy to overlook or forgive.
Please review photos for more detail showing how this early 20th century tourist book survives. The asking price reflects the condition based on our examination and 35+ years full time exposure to antiquarian books. Flaws seen and described have been taken into account.
Book Measures c. 8" H x 5 3/4" W.
[B4261].