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Silk A Legend by Samuel Merwin, published by Houghton Mifflin Company in 1923. This third impression hardcover features a vibrant red cloth binding with gold gilt lettering and intricate illustrations by N. C. Wyeth. The narrative is presented as the journals and correspondence of Jan Po, detailing travels along the Great Highway. The interior includes a beautifully detailed green ink map of the Silk Road across the endpapers and a color frontispiece. A classic piece of historical fiction from the early 20th century, perfect for collectors of vintage literature or Wyeth enthusiasts. Keywords: Antique Book, 1920s, Silk Road, Historical Fiction, N.C. Wyeth, Illustrated, Hardcover, Collectible, Vintage Literature, Houghton Mifflin, Adventure, Asian History, Literary Classic, Decorative Binding, Jan Po Main image is digitally enhanced for presentation. Please refer to the remaining photos for the exact garment and condition.