This is the novel "Ben Hur: A Tale of the Christ" written by Lew Wallace, published in 1880 by Harper and Brothers in New York.
The story of Ben Hur is presented on 552 pages; additionally, there are 10 pages listing "Some Popular Novels" published by Harper & Brothers, New York.
This hardback book measures 7.5" x 5.25" x 1.25" and weighs 1 pound 4 ounces. Edges and corners of the book show signs of wear. Pages are clean and unmarked. No bent corners. The inside front cover has the handwritten name "Lizzie Dillon" and the year "1886".
Shipment by US Postal Service, Priority Mail.