History of the Discovery and Settlement of the Valley of the Mississippi, by the three great European Powers, Spain, France, and Great Britain, and the Subsequent Occupation, Settlement, and Extension of Civil Government by the United States Until the Year 1846 in two volumes

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2 volume set. 23.5 x 15 cm. Octavo. xxiv 567, xvi, 595pp. 2 fold-out color maps, 1 black and white map, 4 plans, 2 plates. Maps and plates are in nice condition, show a little foxing. Gilt foredges. Bound in full brown leather with black spine labels and gilt spine lettering and designs. Originally done in 1846, this is a reprint from 1848 with the same collation. Some chipping and wear to the spines, closed tear at front hinge of volume 1 ~ 3 cm. Scattered foxing. Discoloration to front endpapers. Binding still tight. Sabin calls it the best of the numerous books on western history. References: Howe M722, Sabin 49966. N° de ref. del artículo 69303

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