New Sectional Map of the State of Illinois

Peck, J. M. ; John Messenger; A. J. Mathewson

Edité par J. H. Colton, New York, 1859

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An early detail pocket map of Illinois, a very rare find in such good condition. Bound in dark brown cloth with gilt imprint. Some rubbing of corners and wear on gilt. The map measures 40" x 29" and has only one scuffed thin paper area about a half-inch long on the left margin. Engraved by S. Stiles, New York. Two insets show the Alton and St. Louis region and the Galena lead district, and prairies, swamps, and railroads are marked. John Mason Peck, one of the map contributors, was a Methodist minister who roamed the state preaching and wrote comprehensive early travel guides of Illinois. Only one copy from this year found on OCLC. ; 5 3/4" x 3 1/4". N° de réf. du vendeur 011473

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Titre : New Sectional Map of the State of Illinois

Éditeur : J. H. Colton, New York

Date d'édition : 1859

Reliure : Hardcover

Etat : Very Good