Antique Books 1863/67 History of the Civil War by Abbott /Civil War Song & Story

Description: The History of the Civil War by John S. C. Abbott is a two volume leather bound set “comprising a full and impartial account of the origin and progress of the rebellion of the various naval and military engagements of the heroic deeds performed by armies and individuals, and of touching scenes in the field, the hospital, and the cabin.” Each book is full of illustrated steel engraving , maps, and portraits. The tissue guards are mostly intact. Some have tears, some have foxing and some are missing. Marbled endpapers and text blocks are gorgeous. Each book shows wear and distress. Please look at all the photos. History of the Civil War in America by John S. C. Abbott New York: 1863 (Vol. I), 1867 (Vol. II) Volume One: 507 pages Volume Two: 629 pages first edition, illustrated - distressed, worn poor to fair condition - weakened hinges - each volume shows considerable wear - bumped and worn corners - sunning - bumped and heavily peeling spine ends - missing spine - covers are hanging on (loose) - some foxing - no old book smells - covers worn and peeling - former owner’s name in front- each book measures 9 3/4” x 6 1/4” The Civil War in Song and Story (1860-1865) by Frank Moore P.F. Collier, 1892 first edition?, measures 10”x 7 1/4” - fair condition (needs love) - title page loose- shaken- some page tears, foxing, and scribbles - bumped worn spine ends and corners - no old book smells Your antique civil war book collection will be very carefully packaged and sent USPS Media Mail with tracking. (ADBS 22)

Price: 96 USD

Location: Moraga, California

End Time: 2024-11-27T21:10:51.000Z

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