Description
Modern Geography. A Description of the Empires, Kingdoms, States, and Colonies; with the Oceans, Seas, and Isles; in all Parts of the World: Including the Most Recent Discoveries, and Political Alterations. Digested on a New Plan. By John Pinkerton and printed in Philadelphia by John Conrad and Co. 1804, 2 volumes, [152] + 520 and 698 pp, 9.25” x 6”, 8vo, hardcover full leather. As-is, with front board of Volume I cleanly split. Rubbing and wear to exterior, primary l along edges and corners of boards. Remainder of hinges and text blocks remain in good condition with light wear. Inscriptions to front of both volumes. Some chipping to leather on spine, primarily on heads and heels. General age-related toning to pages, along with periodic foxing and wear. Please see photographs and ask any questions prior to purchasing. A scarce early American edition on worldwide geography. Please note that these volumes do not include any maps, as this set came with a separate atlas volume that is not included. Includes a disclaimer from the American publisher regarding the United States, noting that the original British edition provided a large amount of inaccuracies, many of which are subsequently addressed and corrected. A great piece for restoration of the split board. COLH184BKLB-0524-aj1668
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