Description: Connecticut Historical Collections, Containing a General Collection of Interesting Facts, Traditions, Biographical Sketches, Anecdotes, &c. Relating to the History and Antiquities of Every Town in Connecticut, with Geographical Descriptions. Illustrated by 180 Engravings. By John Warner Barber and printed in New Haven. 1836, 560 pp, 9.25 x 6”, 8vo, hardcover leather binding. In good condition, with rubbing and wear to boards. Vertical wear down middle of spine and title label from opening of pages. Hinges remain in good condition at front and back, with the text block complete but weakened towards the middle, leading to wear to spine. Includes numerous color plates and black-and-white illustrations throughout. Includes a colored foldout map, with some tears to folds. Occasional marginalia. Includes a handwritten letter (please reference last photograph). General age-related toning to pages, along with periodic foxing and wear. Please see photographs and ask any questions prior to purchasing. A scarce edition on the history of Connecticut and its communities. By John Warner Barber (1798-1885), an American engraver and writer who wrote numerous local and state histories of places across the Northeast and New England. Nicely illustrated and a great reference copy. COLU1836DMNZ-0423-aj0043
Price: 450 USD
Location: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
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Restocking Fee: No
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All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
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Binding: Leather
Place of Publication: New Haven, Connecticut
Language: English
Special Attributes: Illustrated
Author: John Warner Barber
Region: North America
Publisher: John W. Barber
Topic: American (US)
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Subject: History
Original/Facsimile: Original
Year Printed: 1836
