Harper’s Weekly – 1900 | First Edition | Boer War & World’s Fair | 2 vols

Harper’s Weekly: Journal of Civilization was a primary source of news, fiction stories, humor, satire, and a number of other topics published in the late 19^th-century. The illustrations throughout this folio make it highly desirable and coveted volume.

This 1900 issue covers The Philippine-American War with illustrated depictions of Manila and scenes from battle. The Second Boer War is also recorded, focusing on British troop movements, Canadian mounted infantry contributions, and parliamentary debates in South Africa. Beyond military concerns, the 1900 Paris Exhibition is represented, reflecting the international interest surrounding the world’s fair

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Harper’s Weekly: Journal of Civilization
• Author(s): Harper
• Publisher: New York: Harper
• Edition: First edition, 1900
• Format: Folio, single volume
• Binding: Hardcover with leather spine and corners
• Size:  16.5 in x 11.75 in (41.5 cm x 30 cm)
• Collation:
  • vol 1: 614 (i.e., 610), [2]
  • vol 2: [615]-1276
• Illustrations: Numerous woodcut illustrations throughout
• Contents Include:
  • Philippine-American War commentary and satire
  • Illustrated views of Manila
  • Battle scenes with descriptive text
  • Second Boer War coverage
  • Reports on British and Canadian forces
  • Parliamentary influence in South Africa
  • 1900 Paris Exhibition reports
  • Preview of the St. Louis World’s Fair in 1903

Condition:

Very Good. The leather binding is tight and secure with wear at the corners and spine, which show rubbing. Corners are bumped. The text block is complete, and the paper shows age toning typical of the period.

Why Collect This?

• Original 1900 folio volume of Harper’s Weekly
• Features content on Philippine-American and Boer Wars
• Illustrated journalism documenting American and international affairs

Item Number: # 29225