Wonders of the Past 1937 Volume 2 Sir J.A. Hammerton Wise & Co Illustrated Book
Wonders of the Past: A World-Wide Survey of the Marvellous Works of Man in Ancient Times, edited by Sir J.A. Hammerton. This 1937 New Edition, Volume II (pages 629-1252), was published by Wise & Co. in New York. It features a brown embossed hardcover with a decorative ancient-themed design. The interior is rich with upwards of 1450 photographic illustrations, maps, and 45 color plates, providing a comprehensive archaeological and historical overview. A personal handwritten inscription from Christmas 1939 is present on the front flyleaf, adding a touch of vintage provenance to this classic reference work.