Arthur Huff Fauset

For Freedom [Rare unique cover]

Philadelphia: Franklin Publishing and Supply Co., 1934. Mabel Betsy Hill. Cover illustrator: Aaron Douglas. Hardcover. This is a near very good condition copy of the youth, African American History classic, "For Freedom" by Arthur Huff Fauset. This book details several important figures of history in their driving towards freedom and representation. It is a famous historical classic. This edition features a cover designed by the Harlem Renaissance artist Aaron Douglas. It is beautifully illustrated by Mabel Betsy Hill. This cover is very rare and is from a later edition, perhaps a special edition for school libraries. Book has some minor discoloration on cover, as well as some light yellowing internally. The text is clean and clear. There is a stamp indicating ownership history by the Board of Education in Dayton, Ohio. 193 pages. Case. Near Very Good. Item #123

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