Original 1863 edition of A Dictionary of the English Language by Joseph E. Worcester, LL.D., published by Brewer Tileston (Boston). This Civil War?era dictionary is bound in full leather and bears the embossed seal of the California House of Representatives on the cover, indicating it was an official state copy. The volume shows heavy external wear with loss and staining to the leather, but the text block remains solid, and the interior pages are generally clean with some foxing and toning typical of the period. A very scarce example of a Worcester dictionary with direct connection to California?s government during the Civil War era. The book is very very beat up on the cover and spine. View pics for more details But the pages are fantastic with some staining and foxing ***Disclaimer on old/vintage/antique books/paper and the like: Some wear from age, use and storage which may or may not include some, none or all of the following: writing/personalized notes on inside covers and title pages(or notes on pages in the case of songbooks and sheet Music), small tears, creasing, etc.... all typical Vintage and antique book wear. See top of description for any outstanding flaws. **All items pictured are fully usable and/or functional unless otherwise noted** Inspect pics closely and ask any questions before buying or offering. Tons more toys, collectibles, paper, antique, vintage ephemera, maps, engravings, prints, vinyl, vhs, media, books, bags, handmade and more! Will combine shipping!