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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a revealing exploration of the major collection of Americana previously owned by noted historian and book collector Harold Peirce, comprised of nearly 1,500 rare and early printed books, manuscripts, and maps. Exploring the contents of this personal library, the author uncovers historical documents and literary gems. Within this collection are such treasures as the sole vellum copy of Grolier Club's 1903 publication, the rare first edition of John Fisk's historical works, and poetry first editions by Longfellow, Keats, and Tennyson. The depth of this collection provides new insights into the development of American history, literature, and the book as an art form in its own right. The author provides historical and literary context for these works, considering the role of collected works like Peirce's in the advancement of cultural heritage and preservation of history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333659950_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333659950
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333659950
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)