Antique Alden’s Cyclopedia of Universal Literature Volumes 1-15 were published starting with Vol. 1 in 1885. Volume 15 was published in 1890. There are five more volumes not in this set. This set was gifted to a physician in 1959. The books are hardbound dark blue with gold gilding on the outer top pages of the books. It’s unusual to find books this age where the gilding is not worn off. The 15 volumes take up 16 linear inches of shelf space. A wonderful addition to your library. Volume 12 is the only book with visible wear and separation. Please see pics. All other volumes in very good antique condition.