The Merchant of Manchac: The Letterbooks of John Fitzpatrick, 1768-1790 [First Edition Hardcover and Dustjacket]

Baton Rouge and London: Louisiana State University Press, 1978. [1978] FIRST EDITION. Hardcover and dustjacket. Blue binding, gilt lettering and design, Glossary, Index, 450 pages. Condition of hardcover: Fine. Text is clean and clear. Book kept in temperature-controlled room. Free of the smell of cigarette or cigar smoke. Dustjacket: Minor shelfwear; age toning, old moisture marks and soiling, and in Good condition. An uncommon book, very collectible. This is remarkable, historical work about John Fitzpatrick, one of the ambitious British merchants who settled in the lower Mississippi River Vally during the second half of the eighteenth century to make their fortunes on the frontier. Here is a rare source of firsthand information about the development of colonial Louisiana and the period of British ascendance on the Gulf Coast. Note: We are a well-established, well-respected, ethical book dealer in business since 1991. We describe the condition of our books thoroughly and honestly, so you'll know exactly what you will be receiving when you order. We will be pleased to serve you. We ship promptly. . First Edition. Hard Cover. Fine/Good.