The product is a vintage hardcover set titled "Countries of The World Volume 1 & 2" edited by Sir John Hammerton. The books, published by Amalgamated Press Limited in London, contain detailed information about various countries of the world. The authors, J. A. Hammerton (Ed.), provide a comprehensive overview of different countries in their original English language format. These original hardcover editions would be a valuable addition to any collector's library due to their antiquarian and informative nature.Not sure of publication date as not shown. Spine of books are slightly frayed see photos.