Thomas Hutchins / Topographical Description of Virginia Pennsylvania 1st ed 1778

Description: A Topographical Description of Virginia, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and North Carolina, Comprehending The Rivers Ohio, Kenhawa, Sioto, Cherokee, Wabash, Illinois, Missisippi, &c. The Climate, Soil and Produce, Whether Animal, Vegetable, or Mineral; The Mountains, Creeks, Roads, Distances, Latitudes, &c. and of every Part, laid down in the annexed Map Author: Hutchins, Thomas (Captain in the 60th Regiment of Foot) Title: A Topographical Description of Virginia, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and North Carolina, Comprehending The Rivers Ohio, Kenhawa, Sioto, Cherokee, Wabash, Illinois, Missisippi, &c. The Climate, Soil and Produce, Whether Animal, Vegetable, or Mineral; The Mountains, Creeks, Roads, Distances, Latitudes, &c. and of every Part, laid down in the annexed Map Publication: London: Printed for the Author, and Sold by J. Almon, opposite Burlington House, in Piccadilly. 1778 Edition: First Edition Description: Plan of Rapids of the Ohio [MISSING], a Plan of the several Villages in the Illinois Country [MISSING], a Table of the Distances between Fort Pitt and the Mouth of the Ohio, all Engraved upon Copper. And An Appendix, containing Mr. Patrick Kennedy's Journal up the Illinois River, and a correct Lift of the different Nations and Tribes of Indians, with the Number of Fighting Men, &c. Full calf. Octavo.[1], ii, 67 pages, [1] page blank. Folding map in front located between the front paste down and the right front flyleaf. Missing both plans and a part of the Table of distances. Brown calf leather binding with newer red leather title label on the spine. Front and rear hinges repaired at one point leaving the rear fly end paper partially stuck to the rear paste down. Leather boards are scuffed and pitted. Light toning to the text. A few pages are browned. Map of the United States measures 15" x 11.5". The contemporary 18th century map of the United States tipped in front probably was not issued with the book. The original map, engraved by John Cheevers, was 35-1/4" x 43-1/2" in size and issued separately. This map has an approximate two inch closed tear in the rightedges and a few tape repairs to the lower edges made on the verso of the map. "Ralph & C"? printed in small letters in the far lower right corner. Howes H 846 - "Valuable source for the western country during the late British period, written by the first - and only-official geographer of the United States, the originator of our range system of land surveys."; Sabin 34054; Field 744; Clark Vol. 1 258. Defective. Seller ID: 17190 Subject: Americana David A. Hamilton Americana Books Tucker, Georgia Americana Books has been in business since 1993. We are active members of the Antiquarian Booksellers' Association of America (ABAA), Independent Online Booksellers Association (IOBA), the International League of Antiquarian Booksellers (ILAB), and the Georgia Antiquarian Booksellers Association (GABA). We sell books in all fields but specialize in the subject of "Americana." We offer an assortment of books, ephemera and material relating to the exploration and expansion of America, Native Americans, pioneer narratives, personal memoirs and reminiscences, political movements, law, genealogy and local histories, innovations, conflicts, scandals, oppression, inspiration and many other related topics. We hope our customers will share our enthusiasm and passion for history and will enjoy doing business with Americana Books. Dave Hamilton, Americana Books ABAA Guarantee All books are guaranteed as described. We accept returns if mailed back with 30 days and in same condition as sold. Return postage is buyer's responsibility. Shipping All books will be shipped in the U.S. by USPS Priority Mail and Media Mail. UPS quotes for shipping are also available upon request. We are happy to combine shipping on multiple purchases and provide the best possible shipping cost to the customer. Feedback We leave feedback after receiving buyer's feedback. If you are unhappy with your order for any reason, please contact us before leaving feedback, and we will resolve the problem!This listing was created by Bibliopolis.

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