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1859 "Pictorial Field-Book of the Revolution by Benson Lossing" — Two volumes
Updated at 11:45 pm: This two-volume set has been sold.
"Dedicate these volumes to the spirit of Virtuous Liberty" — From an illustration that appears in introduction to the first volume.
A rare, 1859 edition of Benson Lossing's famous illustrated history of the American Revolutionary War. Published by Harper & Brothers in New York. Hardcover.
Volume I: 783 pp. with 525 illustrations
Volume II: 772 pp. with 571 illustrations
This two-volume set features impressive illustrations depicting aspects of the war, portraits, battle strategy, and important scenes derived from Lossing's personal experience. The text is extremely detailed.
The condition of the books is generally good. Some of the top and bottom of the binding of the first volume is missing, but that doesn't affect the integrity of the book. There is slight water damage around the edges of the first few pages of the second volume.
— Lee Wright | Founder
Size: 10.5" x 7.25"
Shipping: $10. Please allow one week for shipping.
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