Description: A new and easy system of geography and popular astronomy; or, an introduction to universal geography, containing I. A description of all the empires, kingdoms, republics, states, and colonies in the known world, with an account of their population, government, history, &c., from the best authorities. II. Popular astronomy.to which are added, some of the most important subjects in natural philosophy. The whole arranged in catechetical form. Illustrated with a map of the world, a map of North America, and a plan of the solar system. Fourth edition, with considerable additions, by Joseph James. O'Neill, John. Baltimore: Fielding Lucas, Jr, 1814. Extremely rare Baltimore imprint of this Geography and Astronomy book. Contains two of the three folding maps, lacking the world map. The United States map is present but is in rough shape, although it has been nicely restored. The Astronomy map/plate is in great shape, as shown,. Contains early advert for Lucas on final leaf. Rebound in newer leather boards and spine, the spine with gilt, titling and rule, as shown. Newer pastedowns and endpapers; all other pages original. Only restorations are to the map within, canvas backed and reinforced as shown. Octavo. Only other copies for sale are 900-1000$+. Good luck!.
Price: 299.99 USD
Location: Spencerport, New York
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Binding: Leather
Place of Publication: Baltimore MD
Language: English
Special Attributes: Illustrated
Region: North America
Author: John O'Neill
Publisher: Fielding Lucas, Jr
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Topic: Astronomy
Subject: Americana
Year Printed: 1814
Original/Facsimile: Original
