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"Lives of the Presidents" and More American History Books, Early 19th Century

Item Details

Title and Author/Editor Lives of the Presidents of the United States (Robert W. Lincoln), An Essay on the Life of the Honourable Major General Israel Putnam (S. Swett), The History of America Vol. I–II (William Robertson)
Genre Biography, Autobiography and Memoirs, History, Politics, Government and Current Affairs
Type of Illustration Engraving
Binding Leather
Publisher or Printer Samuel Avery, Johnson & Warner, The Brattleboro Typographic Company
Publication Year 1818, 1812, 1839
Period Early 19th Century, Antique
Place of Publication Boston, Philadelphia, Brattleboro, VT
Edition Statement First American Edition
Language English
Ex-Libris Lawrence Academy
Number of Books 4
Additional Information The History of America Vol. I–II are first American editions from the tenth London edition.

Condition

- red rot with cracking, peeling, scuffs, and wear to boards; loose and cracked hinges; bumped spines and corners; edge wear; page toning and foxing; bowing.

Dimensions

2.0" W x 8.5" H x 5.75" D

- measures The Lives of the United States.

Item #

ITMG018287

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