The Young American's Library of Eminent Statesmen by Anonymous

Published by Lee and Shepard
Life of Benjamin Franklin
Life of Daniel Webster
Daring Deeds of the Revolution
Life of William Penn
Life of Henry Clay
Noble Deeds of Our Forefathers

Advertisements for this series are noted in 1864. Volumes this early have not been seen. The earliest I have seen is 1868. This series and the other Young American Library have the same formats.

Format 1
Cloth. Green and maroon seen. Blindstamped. Gilt lettering on the spine. 7" x 5". Boxed or for sale by volume. A number of full page illustrations.

Format 2
Cloth. Green and blue noted. Line drawn cover and spine illustrations. Gilt title on the spine. 7.25" x 5". Published beginning in 1876.