Wild Scenes in the Forest and Prairie with Sketches of American Life
Charles Fenno Hoffman
From Cultural Images, Portland, OR, U.S.A.
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AbeBooks Seller since 21 July 2011
From Cultural Images, Portland, OR, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
AbeBooks Seller since 21 July 2011
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[AMERICANA] [NEW YORK] [AMERICAN INDIANS] [TRAVEL] Hoffman, C. F. Wild Scenes in the Forest and Prairie with Sketches of American Life (New York: William H. Colyer, 1843). Later edition from the 1838 printing. Two volumes in one. ?To George E. Hoffman, Esq., ?Chief Engineer of the Survey of the Upper Hudson and Its Branches?, These Volumes are Affectionately Inscribed by His Brother, The Author? is printed as a dedication following the Preface. The Preface, written by the author, is dated May, 1838. Full leather, rebound with a newer spine; viii, [1], 14-207 / [4], 14-211 pp; measures 4.75 x 7.25 inches. Written in ink on the front free flyleaf is ?Julius O. Candee [?] / ?Christmas Present?. Foxing throughout; some toning of pages. G+ to VG condition. [X19-28] The book contains information and anecdotes about the Sources of the Hudson; the Sacondaga Country; Indians of the region and some of their tales; the flora and fauna of the area; general observations; and other bits and pieces of regional history and lore. Written in a somewhat down-home, humorous style. PRICE: $ 70. Seller Inventory # 000569
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Title: Wild Scenes in the Forest and Prairie with ...
Publisher: William H. Colyer, New York
Publication Date: 1843
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Good
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