Museum of Foreign Animals or History of Beasts

Published by S. Babcock, New Haven, 1840

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Seller: Eclectibles, ABAA, Tolland, CT, U.S.A.Eclectibles, ABAA

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16 pp. green illustrated cover with thread tied binding, 7 engravings. Museum of Animals describes large animals such as the lion, elephant, giraffe, and bear. The book, which is not dated, discusses Pompey the lion in London and how he died 80 years ago-the lion died in 1758. 4 1/2" x 2 3/4" staining, cover wearing, criss cross stitched binding, inscribed.

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Title
Museum of Foreign Animals or History of Beasts
Publisher
S. Babcock, New Haven
Publication year
1840
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