​Vintage 1964 Reader's Digest Marvels Mysteries of Our Animal World | AS IS

Vintage Marvels & Mysteries of Our Animal World (1964) - Decorative/Repair Project This is a large, highly decorative vintage book from The Reader's Digest Association, published in 1964. Titled "Marvels & Mysteries of Our Animal World," it is a beautifully illustrated volume (320 pages) discussing the dramas and mysteries of over 300 creatures, including unique abilities, vanished species, and living fossils. The book is an excellent nostalgic piece for those who grew up with these vintage Reader's Digest encyclopedias. Key Details: Title: Marvels & Mysteries of Our Animal World Publisher: The Reader's Digest Association, Inc. Year: 1964 Format: Large, thick hardcover. Cover: Light green cloth binding with gold gilt lettering and a dark green pictorial animal illustration block. Approx. Dimensions: Approximately 12.25 inches high by 9 inches wide. Condition Notes (CRITICAL - PLEASE READ): This book is priced low due to its condition. It is offered AS IS for decorative use, repair, or for its internal pages/illustrations: Cover Damage: The light-colored cloth cover has extensive and noticeable scribbling/marks (pencil/pen) on both the front and back (see close-up photos). Wear: Significant fraying and wear to the edges and spine ends. Interior: Interior pages are generally intact, but typical age-related issues (tanning, slight hinge looseness) may be present. This book is ideal for vintage decor where the spine is hidden, a craft project utilizing the internal illustrations