Offered here is a complete multi-volume set of The Real America in Romance, an illustrated historical series edited by Edwin Markham and published by William H. Wise & Company. This richly produced set presents American history through narrative storytelling and vivid full-color and black-and-white illustrations, covering major eras such as exploration, colonization, revolution, expansion, democracy, and modern nationhood.

Each volume focuses on a distinct historical period, with dramatic artwork, portraits, and scene illustrations that make the set both educational and visually engaging. The bindings feature uniform dark covers with gilt titling, making the collection ideal for display in a library, study, or historical collection. This set is well-suited for collectors of Americana, illustrated history, and early 20th-century publishing.

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Condition Report
Overall good vintage condition consistent with age. Covers show light shelf wear, rubbing, and minor edge wear. Interiors exhibit age toning, scattered spotting, and occasional foxing. Bindings remain intact and pages are complete. No major structural damage observed.

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