The Western Gazetteer; or Emigrant's Directory. Containing a Geographical Description of the Western States and Territories…
de Brown, Samuel R
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8vo, later morocco spine and marbled boards, 360 pp. Hinges cracked and top cover almost detached, some wear at extremities; despite imperfections the binding is still somewhat attractive; internally library of Philadelphia duplicate stamp on front pastedown, foxing. Scarce title, and according to Howes "one of the earliest American-printed emigrant guides." A review of useful information for each state or territory is provided, including counties. Information on rivers and lakes, minerals, animals, Indians (provides numbers of Indians in various states and territories), and agricultural products is included. Howes B867 Graff 433 Sabin 8558
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- The Western Gazetteer; or Emigrant's Directory. Containing a Geographical Description of the Western States and Territories…
- Autor
- Brown, Samuel R
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- Usado
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- First Edition, Thrid Issue
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- Editorial
- H.C. Southwick
- Lugar de publicación
- Auburn, NY
- Fecha de publicación
- 1817
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- Cracked
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- Morocco
- Morocco is a style of leather book binding that is usually made with goatskin, as it is durable and easy to dye. (see also...
