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The Home of Washington; or Mount Vernon and Its Associations, Historical, Biographical, and Pictorial by Lossing, Benson J - 1870

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The Home of Washington; or Mount Vernon and Its Associations, Historical, Biographical, and Pictorial by Lossing, Benson J - 1870

The Home of Washington; or Mount Vernon and Its Associations, Historical, Biographical, and Pictorial

by Lossing, Benson J

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The Home of Washington; or Mount Vernon and Its Associations, Historical, Biographical, and Pictorial byBenson J Lossing. Illustrated by Numerous EngravingsChiefly from Original Drawings by the Author, Engraved by Lossing & Barritt. Published by Subscription OnlyHartford, Conn.: A. S. Hale & Company, 1870 First Edition, 8vo, 446 pages, including full alphabetical index.
"A most rare and depository of the likenesses of things once associated with the person of the Beloved Patriot...[ First president of the United States, George Washington ] From the PrefaceContains inventory, drawings, details of household items, treasures, and catalogue of the library of this esteemed man.Since many of these items have since perished through fire and/or loss over the ages, this book provides wonderful insight into the family of the original "First Family".

Condition: This beautiful, original antique book from 1870 has original covers, all its tissue guards, and professionally restored blended end pages. It has been expertly re-backed with the original gilt spine re-applied. Gilt on page edges still bright. Condition is particularly good, especially for its age. No damp and no writing, plates, inscriptions, or stamps found within. We carefully photograph our items so that you can review details of condition. After your review of the photos, please ask any questions or request additional photos from us so that you can make the best buying decision.

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  • Illustrator Numerous engravings, chiefly from original drawings by the author, engraved by Lossing & Barritt
  • Format/Binding Original hardcover, impressed boards, gilt spine, gilt page edges
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  • Publisher A S Hale & Company
  • Place of Publication Hartford, Connecticut
  • Date Published 1870
  • Size 8vo
  • Keywords Mount Vernon, George Washington, Mary Washington, Washington library, Civil War, Independence
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Clinton: A Book for Boys / Aimwell Series, 1854 FIRST EDITION
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Clinton: A Book for Boys / Aimwell Series, 1854 FIRST EDITION

by Simonds, William / Aimwell, Walter

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1854 - Clinton: A Book for Boys. By William Simonds, Pseud. Walter Aimwell.author of "Boy's Own Guide" "Friendly Words" etc. With Illustrations. Boston: Gould and Lincoln, 1854. Calling all Aimwell Series / Aimwell Stories collectors! This book is the first publication in the series, a nice hardcover first edition. "The story of Clinton is designed to illustrate good habits in teenagers and the danger of mingling with unsavory companions...Preface.List of illustrations photographed for your review, as well as a summary of William Simonds / Walter Aimwell's publishing history of the series. Period ads in back of book. Inscribed page separated but included.Condition: Professionally re-backed with original spine piece re-applied. Front cover a stunner. In really nice condition for its age. If you need more information, please ask. We can provide more photos if desired.
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Cuba - War Map and History of Cuba Including the Opening of the Spanish American War...1898 FIRST...
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by Hannaford, E.

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1898 - WAR MAP and History of Cuba Including the Opening of the Spanish American War from the Latest Official and Most Authentic Sources. By Lieut. E. Hannaford. Copyright, 1898, by Mast, Crowell & Kirkpatrick. Springfield, Ohio: Mast, Crowell & Kirkpatrick: 1898.Own a piece of history in this small paper cover mini-history of Cuba with its spectacular maps. Very good explanation of not only the history but the lead-up causes to Spanish-American war, the United States and Spanish war vessels, as well as preparations and resources of all sides.Fold out color map is 14" x 20". Tinted map in back is 8" x 10".Condition: Remarkably good, considering age and format...maps are in super shape, and booklet is complete. There is tanning to pages and signs of use front and back. Overall, good as shown in photos. Questions? Please ask. Thanks.**Attention International Buyers**For all standard international book orders, we will be using Asendia consolidated shipping through Biblio.com. If you should choose… Read More
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The Film Finds Its Tongue, w Photographic Illustrations, 1919 FIRST EDITION
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The Film Finds Its Tongue, w Photographic Illustrations, 1919 FIRST EDITION

by Green, Fitzhugh

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The Film Finds its Tongue, Fitzhugh Green, New York & London: G P Putnam's Sons, The Knickerbocker Press, 1929: First Edition (stated). 316 pages, 31 Photographic Illustrations. This rare first edition of Green's book is full of photographs of the men who created the talkies, the machines, the productions, and the stars of early sound films. Well ordered, easy to read history and anecdotes as well as its 31 photographs make this a real collector's gem!Condition: Original first edition, in its original cover and complete as shown. Its sections on the men, the machines, the productions and the talkie "boom" are illustrated with all of its 31 photographs. (See full table of contents and listing of illustrations in our photographs attached). The binding is firm and the cover shows wear as photographed, with the spine gilt a bit subdued but good. No library markings, writing or underlinings or marks were found within. A really good original first edition! We carefully photograph our items so that you can… Read More
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The Gasoline Automobile, 1915 FIRST EDITION
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The Gasoline Automobile, 1915 FIRST EDITION

by Hobbs, George W and Elliott, Ben G

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1915 -The Gasoline Automobile, Prepared in the Extension Division of the University of Wisconsin [Engineering Education Series], George W Hobbs, B.S. and Ben G. Elliott, M.E., First Edition, Eighth Impression, Total Issue: 18,000. New York: McGraw-Hill Book Company, Inc. London: Hill Publishing Co., Ltd. 1915 First EditionThis is a wondrous book, full of diagrams and photographs of early gasoline engines and cars and trucks. The general construction, engines, transmission systems, fuels and carburetors, lubrication and cooling systems, batteries and magnetic systems, ignition, starters, lighting all have their sections in this book, as well as their trouble shooting and operation and care of early cars and trucks.Condition: This rare hardcover first edition from 1915 is in rare condition for its 100+ years age! It is all original with a sound binding, shiny gilt on the spine, and clean text. Lots of photos and diagrams complete the beauty of this rare book. We carefully photograph our items so that… Read More
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The Luck of the Roaring Camp and Other Sketches, 1871, Containing Brown of Calveras
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The Luck of the Roaring Camp and Other Sketches, 1871, Containing "Brown of Calveras"

by Harte, Bret

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The Luck of Roaring Camp, Bret Harte, 1871 hard cover original. This original is a real beauty, awaiting your purchase for your Bret Harte collection or for a gift to a Harte enthusiast. At this price and in this condition, don't wait! This edition contains the story, "Brown of Calveras". The table of contents has been photographed for full contents above. Titles of included sketches / stories / Bohemian papers.The Luck of Roaring Camp; The Outcasts of Poker Flat; Miggles; Tennessee's Partner; The Idyl of Red Gulch; Brown of Calveras; High Water Mark; A Lonely Ride; The Man of No Answers; Mliss; The Right Eye of the Commander; Notes by Flood and Field; Mission Dolores; John Chinaman; From a Back Window; Boonder.Condition: This original 1871 hardcover of Bret Harte's work is a real beauty! The gilt on the spine is still present, as photographed. Covers are clean with just a bit of corner bumping. We found no writing, plates, tears, notations within. We carefully photograph our items so that you can… Read More
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The Poetical Works of Mark Akenside, M.D. ...Virtuoso - A Fragment Never Before Published...1814
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The Poetical Works of Mark Akenside, M.D. ...Virtuoso - A Fragment Never Before Published...1814

by Akenside, Mark

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1811 - The Poetical Works of Mark Akenside, M.D. with The Virtuoso, A Fragment Never Before Published and The Life of the Author. Printed by J. Seeley, Buckingham; for Suttaby, Evance, and Co. Crosby and Co. and Scatchard and Letterman, London, 1811.****A second engraved title page precedes the 1811 one and has a date of 1814...see photos please.**"Dr Akenside was a man of religion, and strict virtue; a philosopher, a scholar and a fine poet "(from his biography). He rose to the level of one of her Majesty's physicians. He died at the age of 49, leaving a legacy of poetry not to be overlooked!The table of contents includes: Life of Mark Akenside, The Pleasures of the Imagination as first published, The Pleasures of Imagination on an enlarged plan, Odes on several subject book one and book two, Inscriptions, and The Virtuoso.Condition: A beautiful hardcover 1811/1814 leather edition of Akenside's poems awaits! Clean interior text block, original hand stitched headbands and the re-applied original spine… Read More
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Clinton: A Book for Boys / Aimwell Series, 1854 FIRST EDITION
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Clinton: A Book for Boys / Aimwell Series, 1854 FIRST EDITION

by Simonds, William / Aimwell, Walter

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1854 - Clinton: A Book for Boys. By William Simonds, Pseud. Walter Aimwell.author of "Boy's Own Guide" "Friendly Words" etc. With Illustrations. Boston: Gould and Lincoln, 1854. Calling all Aimwell Series / Aimwell Stories collectors! This book is the first publication in the series, a nice hardcover first edition. "The story of Clinton is designed to illustrate good habits in teenagers and the danger of mingling with unsavory companions...Preface.List of illustrations photographed for your review, as well as a summary of William Simonds / Walter Aimwell's publishing history of the series. Period ads in back of book. Inscribed page separated but included.Condition: Professionally re-backed with original spine piece re-applied. Front cover a stunner. In really nice condition for its age. If you need more information, please ask. We can provide more photos if desired.
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Cuba - War Map and History of Cuba Including the Opening of the Spanish American War...1898 FIRST...
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Cuba - War Map and History of Cuba Including the Opening of the Spanish American War...1898 FIRST EDITION

by Hannaford, E.

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1898 - WAR MAP and History of Cuba Including the Opening of the Spanish American War from the Latest Official and Most Authentic Sources. By Lieut. E. Hannaford. Copyright, 1898, by Mast, Crowell & Kirkpatrick. Springfield, Ohio: Mast, Crowell & Kirkpatrick: 1898.Own a piece of history in this small paper cover mini-history of Cuba with its spectacular maps. Very good explanation of not only the history but the lead-up causes to Spanish-American war, the United States and Spanish war vessels, as well as preparations and resources of all sides.Fold out color map is 14" x 20". Tinted map in back is 8" x 10".Condition: Remarkably good, considering age and format...maps are in super shape, and booklet is complete. There is tanning to pages and signs of use front and back. Overall, good as shown in photos. Questions? Please ask. Thanks.**Attention International Buyers**For all standard international book orders, we will be using Asendia consolidated shipping through Biblio.com. If you should choose… Read More
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The Prodigious Adventures of Tartarin of Tarascon, Translated from the French, 1884
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The Prodigious Adventures of Tartarin of Tarascon, Translated from the French, 1884

by Daudet, Alphonse

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Prodigious Adventures of Tartarin of Tarascon. Translated from the French of Alphonse Daudet by Robert S. Minot. 1880 Translation"Entered at the Post Office as Second Class Material in 1884". Lovell's Library No. 478. New York: John W Lovell Company, 14 & 16 Vesey Street. "The original of this work is not pure fiction, but the exaggerated biography of a hero still living near Tarascon." [From the Prefatory Note]Condition: This original 1880 Translation of No. 478 of Lovell's Library has been carefully and professionally hardbound, retaining all of the original. In its appropriate and beautiful quarter binding, it is ready for its next lifetime. The original piece was classified by the post office in 1884 by the publisher. We carefully photograph our items so that you can review details of condition. After your review of the photos, please ask any questions or request additional photos from us so that you can make the best buying decision.
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Battles at Home, 1870 First Ed, First American Girl Series
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Battles at Home, 1870 First Ed, First American Girl Series

by Darling, Mary G

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Battles at Home, by Mary G Darling. Boston: Horace B Fuller. 1870 - First Edition. 329 pages, plus 6 pages ads "Popular Books"Publisher's Note: "Battles at Home has been the leading story in Merry's Museum during the year. Originally selected and commended by Miss Alcott, author of Little Women, it has proved to be the most popular young folks' serial of the season." Considered to be the first in the original "American Girl" series. Charming!Condition: This original hardcover first edition from 1870 is a real beauty, especially for its age. Binding is sound, pages are unmarked, unstamped, and we found no writing within. It does have fresh end pages which blend with text block. Gilt on front and spine is still good. We carefully photograph our items so that you can review details of condition. After your review of the photos, please ask any questions or request additional photos from us so that you can make the best buying decision.
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The Home of Washington; or Mount Vernon and Its Associations, Historical, Biographical, and Pictorial

by Lossing, Benson J

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A. S. Hale & Company. Used - Acceptable. Acceptable condition. (George Washington, homes and haunts) A readable, intact copy that may have noticeable tears and wear to the spine. All pages of text are present, but they may include extensive notes and highlighting or be heavily stained. Includes reading copy only books.
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The Home of Washington; or Mount Vernon and Its Associations, Historical, Biographical, and...

The Home of Washington; or Mount Vernon and Its Associations, Historical, Biographical, and Pictorial: Illustrated by Numerous Engravings Chiefly from Original Drawings by the Author, Engraved by Lossing & Barrett

by Lossing, Benson J

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Hartford: A. S. Hale & Company, 1871. Hardcover. Fair. Octavo. 446 pages, [3]. Frontispiece engraving of Washington. Illustrated. Brown cloth hardcover with embossed floral designs and oval sections on the front and rear covers. Gilt edges. Gilt bust illustration of Washington front cover. Faded gilt title and designs on spine. Cloth spine is split on the rear joint, faded around the board edges, worn, rubbed, and chipped on the spine. Period ink inscription written on the yellow right front flyleaf. Fair only.
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The Home of Washington; or Mount Vernon and Its Associations, Historical, Biographical, and...
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Hartford, Conn: A. S. Hale, 1870. Published by Subscription Only. Hardcover. Good (heavy shelfwear to boards, age toning to pages but text and illustrations are otherwise clean and clear. Several foxing spots mainly to pages prior to title page.). Stamped burgundy boards with gilt letters and decoration on spine; all edge gilt, 446 pp., 150 black and white illustrations, including 2 full-page engravings before title page and a bw frontispiece. A revision of "Mount Vernon and Its Associations, Historical, Biographical, and Pictorial." Includes many illustrations by numerous engravings chiefly from original drawings by the author, engraved by Lossing & Barrit.
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Hartford, CT: A. S. Hale & Company, 1870. as is. 446, illus., pgs somewhat darkened, bds weak, tape ins hinges, damp stains & foxing to a few pgs (no pgs stuck), bds quite worn. Tears at spine and several pieces missing, edges of boards threadbare.
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Hartford, Connecticut: A. S. Hale & Company, 1871. Hardcover. Good with no dust jacket. Sound binding and hinges. Frontispiece engravings of Mt. Vernon and of Washington are loose in the book. Previous owner's book plate on ffep. Pages clean, tanned. Embossed cloth over boards is edge worn with overall light shelf wear. Heaviest wear is to corner tips and extremities of spine. Spine is faded. Gilt page edges all around. ilt design on front is bright; on spine, gilt is faded. ; Biography of Washington in which his Mt. Vernon home plays a central part. ; Engravings; 8.75" tall; 446 pages.
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The Home of Washington
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The Home of Washington

by Benson J. Lossing

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Hartford, Connecticut: A. S. Hale & Company, 1870. 1st Edition. Hardcover. Good. Benson J. Lossing. The Home of Washington" by Benson J. Lossing, with illustrations mainly by the author. First edition thus, published by A. S. Hale & Company in 1870 in Hartford, Connecticut. Comes with black and white illustrations throughout the book. 6.25'' x 8.5'', 446 pages. The book is in good minus condition. The boards are faded, scuffed and stained. Shelf wear, sunning, and chipping to the spine, including a bit on the gilt lettering. Bumping and scuffing to the corners. A previous owner's signature and inscription on the front endpaper. Ink markings on the rear pastedown. The front hinge is cracked at the endpapers and the back hinge is cracked at the rear pastedown. Foxing and staining in small amounts throughout the text. Overall the text block and illustrations are slightly toned but bright, clean, and complete. Please view the many other rare titles available for purchase at our store. We are always… Read More
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A. S. Hale & Company, 1870. Hardcover. Good. 0x0x0. Illustrated by From Org Drawings by Author. Hartford, Connecticut: A.S. Hale & Company, 1870 edition. Hardcover. Clean brown leather decorated with black and gold stampings on front and rear cover, raised bands on spine with gold lettering. Beveled board edges. Front cover has original gold embossed printing reading "TO FRANK FROM JOSE." Onwer Christmas gift inscription on front free end paper dated 1871. Tight bind with clean pages.
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