Life and Correspondence of John Paul Jones, Including the Narrative of the Campaign of the Liman. From OriginalLetters and Manuscripts in the Possession of Miss Jeanette Taylor.

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Life and Correspondence of John Paul Jones, Including the Narrative of the Campaign of the Liman. From OriginalLetters and Manuscripts in the Possession of Miss Jeanette Taylor. Stereotyped by A. Chandler and printed in New York City. 1830, 555 pp, 8.75 x 5.5 , 8vo, hardcover full leather. In fair condition, with rubbing and wear to boards, primarily along edges and corners. Some loss to leather at head and heel of spine. Cracking to front and rear hinges, with text block remaining bound well. Light markings and marginalia at front of book. Removal of blank paper following end of text on last page. General age-related toning to pages, along with periodic foxing and wear. Please see photographs and ask any questions prior to purchasing. A scarce piece concerning some correspondence and the life and career of John Paul Jones (1747-1792), the Scottish-American Father of the American Navy who played an instrumental role against British naval forces during the American Revolution. COLU1830ADEX. N° de ref. del artículo COLU1830ADEX

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