Goodrich's Geography - 1847
| Author: |
S.G. Goodrich |
| Full Title : |
A Pictorial Geography of the World, Comprising a System of Universal Geography, Popular and Scientific, Including a Physical, Political, and Statistical Account of the Earth and its Various Divisions, with Numerous Sketches from Recent Travels: and Illustrated by More than One Thousand Engravings, of Manners, Costumes, Curiosities, Cities, Edifices, Ruins, Beasts, Birds, Fishes, Reptiles, Trees, Plants, Fruits, &c. With a Copious Index, Answering the Purpose of a Gazetteer |
| Published: |
Boston: C.D. Strong, 1847 |
A large mid-19th century period full leather binding. Title in gilt on black leather spine label and a second label, "1000 Engravings." Leather is slightly worn but, overall, smooth and supple. Binding tight and sound.
Internally foxed w/ a profusion of engravings (over one thousand). Charming engraved half title, profusely illustrated with hundreds of woodcuts, several maps and city plans w/ one double page map "Principal Cities of the United States", etc. Chapter on the Republic of Texas (3 page section) covering various aspects of this settlement/ state.
In all, this 19th century full leather binding is in VG+ condition, gently worn, fantastic illustrations. A nice example.
Measures 7 1/4" x 10 1/2." 1008pp. Quite a large book, shipping will cost approximately $8 within the US.
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| Item #: | B2262 |
| Item Title: |
A Pictorial Geography of the World |
| Price ($US, shipping not incl.): |
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