The Underworld of American Politics Fletcher Dobyns 1932 Hardcover Vintage Book

Hardcover edition of The Underworld of American Politics by Fletcher Dobyns, featuring a striking black cloth binding with red lettering and decorative chevron details. This vintage political history volume includes a personalized "Ex Libris" bookplate for Philip Franklin Schmehl and a handwritten Christmas inscription dated 1934 on the front flyleaf. The text provides a deep dive into early 20th-century Chicago politics, specifically discussing figures like Crowe, Barrett, and Thompson. Please note the significant staining and wear to the exterior boards and spine, as well as age-toning to the pages, consistent with its nearly century-old history. A vintage holiday-themed bookmark is also present within the pages.