Handbook of the River Plate Republics, comprising Buenos Aires and the provinces of the Argentine Republic and the Republics of Uruguay and Paraguay.

Published by London & Buenos Aires, 1875

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MULHALL, Michael G[eorge] & Edward T[homas]. Handbook of the River Plate Republics, comprising Buenos Aires and the provinces of the Argentine Republic and the Republics of Uruguay and Paraguay. London & Buenos Aires, 1875. 8vo. vii+ 432 + [2] + 46p. With folding map, folding plan of Montevideo and textual plan of Buenos Aires. Publisher s green cloth with Argentine arms gilt-stamped on front cover and title lettered in gilt on spine; joints and corners worn. First published in 1863, this very comprehensive manual was designed as an aid for immigrants. It was also the first English book printed in Argentina. Its last chapter (pp401-404) deals with the Falkland Islands. The editors, initially engaged in sheep farming, also founded the Buenos Aires Standard , the first daily newspaper in English. Good copy with old collector s stamp on title. Naylor 138; Palau 18 4416.

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Title
Handbook of the River Plate Republics, comprising Buenos Aires and the provinces of the Argentine Republic and the Republics of Uruguay and Paraguay.
Author
MULHALL, Michael G[eorge]. & Edward T[homas]
Publisher
London & Buenos Aires
Publication year
1875
Condition
Very Good
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Hardcover

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