Harper's Weekly - August 9, 1862 - Civil War Issue w/ nice woodcut illustrations
| Cartographer: | Harpers |
| Full Title: | "Harper's Weekly A Journal of Civilization New York, Saturday, August 9, 1862" |
| Published: | New York - 1862 |
"The City of Richmond, Virginia"
Issue is c. 11" W x 16" H sheet. New York: Harpers, 1862 In VG, mostly clean and fresh condition, this weekly issue of Harpers is from Saturday, August 9, 1862. Volume 6, No. 293.
This fine heavily illustrated newspaper focuses on one of the most important issues of the time period, the Civil War. Depicted on the cover is a portrait of the late Martin Van Buren, ex-president of the United States. Other illustrations include: a half page depiction of the army of the Potomac at the battle of Friday, June 27th, a half page illustration of Kearny's division of the army of the Potomac fighting in the woods, Monday, June 30, a full page illustration of scenes on the march of the army of Virginia, a nice full page map of the city of Richmond, Virginia, a wonderful double page illustration of the army of the Potomac at the battle of Charles City Road, Monday, June 30, 1862, portraits of Brigadier-General Keyes and Major-General Halleck. Text is about issues concerning the Civil War, and also included is a continuing chapter of "No Name," a story by Wilkie Collins.
An interesting and historical look into America's past. Issue is 16pp.
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| Item #: | 53236 |
| Item Title: | Harpers - August 9, 1862 |
| Price ($US, shipping not incl.): | $100 |
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