HOBBS, Edward W. "How to Make Old-Time Ship Models" [Charles E. Lauriat, 1931]

"How to Make Old-Time Ship Models" by Edward W. Hobbs [Charles E. Lauriat, 1931]. 208pp. With 176 illustrations in the text and 5 folding plates tucked into a portfolio inside the rear cover. The plates show detailed designs for specific models and range in size, with the largest (#4) measuring 2' x 3' when unfolded. Ex library book with a bookplate from Henry Havelock Horrocks Jr, a bookseller's ticket from Charles Lauriat, faint glue residue at base of spine, and small white sticker stating "214" inside rear cover. Front hinge cracked, head of spine quite rubbed, and rear board lightly soiled. Good condition.