Sketch Map of Alaska (U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey map)
by Jackson, Sheldon
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- first
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About This Item
U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey, 1881. First Edition. Map. U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey map to Accompany Report on Education in Alaska. Map is dated 1881 but published later, ca. 1895. Map size, oblong format 17.8 x 14.75 inches within border; on sheet 19x 16.75 inches. Place names identified on map. Rev. Sheldon Jackson (1834-1909) was a Presbyterian missionary in the western U.S. He is particularly known for his work in Alaska. In 1877, Jackson began his Alaska work where he founded numerous schools and training centers that served Alaskan Natives. First edition (first printing). A near fine copy. Previously folded. Right upper edge has chips where attached to book binding. Map itself is in excellent condition.
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- Seller
- Eureka Books (US)
- Seller's Inventory #
- 271657
- Title
- Sketch Map of Alaska (U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey map)
- Author
- Jackson, Sheldon
- Format/Binding
- Map
- Book Condition
- Used
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- First Edition
- Publisher
- U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey
- Date Published
- 1881
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