Antique 1895 Complete Arithmetic by Geo. W. Hull, Ph.D. • American Book Company • Rare School Textbook With Preserved Botanicals

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This is an original 1895 hardcover printing of Complete Arithmetic, with Oral and Written Exercises by Geo. W. Hull, Ph.D., … Read more This is an original 1895 hardcover printing of Complete Arithmetic, with Oral and Written Exercises by Geo. W. Hull, Ph.D., Professor of Mathematics at the First Pennsylvania State Normal School in Millersville, PA. Published by the American Book Company (USA), this volume represents a genuine piece of late 19th-century American educational history.

What makes this book exceptionally rare and truly one-of-a-kind is its extraordinary interior: at some point during its lifetime, a previous owner carefully placed pressed botanical specimens—including four-leaf clovers and flowers—throughout the pages. Whether used as bookmarks, keepsakes, or personal talismans, these preserved plants create a deeply personal historical narrative. All botanicals have been left exactly as found to honor and preserve their original placement and memory.

The textbook itself includes oral and written arithmetic exercises, along with a supplemental section on the metric system, reflecting the evolving educational standards of the era. It is a compelling acquisition for antique book collectors, historians, educators, botanists, or those seeking meaningful decorative artifacts with authentic provenance.

Please note: this book shows wear consistent with age, including a front cover that is no longer fully attached and a spine covering that has withered away. These condition details have been fully documented — please review all photos carefully before purchasing. Despite this, the book remains structurally present and exceptionally collectible due to its rarity and unique contents. See less