Historical Sketches and Reminiscences of an Octogenarian

Preston, Thomas

Published by B.F. Johnson Publishing Co, Richmond, 1900

Condition: Very Good

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First edition. Presentation copy signed by Thomas L. Preston on the front free endpaper in the year of his death, 1903, to former owners, also named Preston. 170 pp. Publisher's brown cloth lettered in gilt, spine stamped in blind. Very Good with rubbing along edges,slightly bumped corners, a few tiny marginal markings. The author enlisted with the Confederacy at age 47 and served for year before focusing his efforts on the University of Virginia as a rector there. Uncommon signed. Seller Inventory # 140941612

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Title: Historical Sketches and Reminiscences of an ...

Publisher: B.F. Johnson Publishing Co, Richmond

Publication Date: 1900

Condition: Very Good

Signed: Signed by Author(s)

Edition: First Edition.

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