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Genuine narratives and concise memoirs of some of the most interesting exploits and singular adventures of John M'Alpine, a native Highlander : from the time of his emigration from Scotland to America, 1773 ... / [edited by Thomas Rae ; wood engravings by Kathleen M. Lindsley]
by McAlpine, J. (John)
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- ISBN 10
- 0946642303
- ISBN 13
- 9780946642304
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About This Item
Greenock : Black Pennell, 1985. Illustrated Edition. Hardcover. Fine copy in the original title-blocked cloth, with the publisher's promotional prospectus loosely inserted. Slightest suggestion only of dust-dulling to the panel edges. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. Physical description; xiii, 82 pages : facsimile, illustrations ; 23 cm. Notes; from the Printer's Preface, originally published: Greenock : M'Alpine, 1780. Subjects; Great Britain. Army History. United States History Revolution, 1775-1783 British forces. United States History Revolution, 1775-1783 Personal narratives, British. McAlpine, M'Alpine, John active 1773-1786. American loyalists ; Biography. Scots United States 18th century.
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- Genuine narratives and concise memoirs of some of the most interesting exploits and singular adventures of John M'Alpine, a native Highlander : from the time of his emigration from Scotland to America, 1773 ... / [edited by Thomas Rae ; wood engravings by Kathleen M. Lindsley]
- Author
- McAlpine, J. (John)
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- Illustrated Edition
- ISBN 10
- 0946642303
- ISBN 13
- 9780946642304
- Publisher
- Greenock : Black Pennell
- Place of Publication
- Greenock, Scotland
- Date Published
- 1985
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