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This book provides a comprehensive bibliography of literary annuals and gift books, as well as a descriptive introduction that places these works in their historical and cultural context. With entries ranging from the earliest annuals to those published in the mid-nineteenth century, this book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of American literature and publishing. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.