Our National Government: An Introductory Course for Colleges [Hardcover] Magruder, Frank Abbot; Seckler-Hudson, Catheryn

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Former library book has some markings and labels from library. No dust jacket included. Hardcover has wear. Back cover has fading and wear. Spine has wear. Exterior pages have light marking in ink and pencil. Pages are clean and binding is secure.

This vintage textbook, “Our National Government,” offers a glimpse into early 20th-century civics education. Its well-worn condition, with library markings and wear, speaks to its widespread use in classrooms. For collectors interested in the evolution of political science and civic education, this volume holds significance, providing insights into the era’s understanding of American government and the values and pedagogical approaches of the time. Its library provenance adds a layer of institutional history, inviting speculation about the educational communities that once utilized this text.

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Former library book has some markings and labels from library. No dust jacket included. Hardcover has wear. Back cover has fading and wear. Spine has wear. Exterior pages have light marking in ink and pencil. Pages are clean and binding is secure.

This vintage textbook, “Our National Government: An Introductory Course for Colleges,” offers a fascinating glimpse into the study of American government and civics education in the early 20th century. Authored by Catheryn Magruder and Frank Abbot, and published by Seckler-Hudson, this work was likely used in college classrooms to introduce students to the fundamental principles and structure of the United States government.

The book’s well-worn condition, with markings and labels from its former life in a library, speaks to its widespread use and the countless students who pored over its pages. The fading and wear on the covers and spine are tangible reminders of the passage of time and the book’s enduring relevance as a educational resource.

For collectors and readers interested in the evolution of political science and civic education, this volume holds particular significance. It provides insights into the contemporary understanding of American government during its era, reflecting the values, priorities, and pedagogical approaches of the time. Additionally, its library provenance adds a layer of institutional history, inviting speculation about the educational institutions and communities that once housed and utilized this text.

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