The Chicago Historical Society, 1856-1956: A Unconventional Chronicle
by Angle, Paul M
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- Fine/No Jacket - as Issued
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About This Item
New York: Rand McNally & Company, 1956. Hard Cover - Boxed. Fine/No Jacket - as Issued. 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. Fine condition in a Fine illustrated Slipcase. Presentation signed by the author on the title page. Bound in quarter blue and gray cloth with the front cover and spine stamped in gilt. Illustrated in black-and-white. Salesman's promotional pamphlet laid-in.
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- Bookseller
- Walther's Books
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- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 003709
- Title
- The Chicago Historical Society, 1856-1956: A Unconventional Chronicle
- Author
- Angle, Paul M
- Format/Binding
- Hard Cover - Boxed
- Book Condition
- Used - Fine
- Jacket Condition
- No Jacket - as Issued
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Publisher
- Rand McNally & Company
- Place of Publication
- New York
- Date Published
- 1956
- Size
- 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾
- Keywords
- CHICAGO HISTORICAL SOCIETY LETTERS AMERICA AMERICAN
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Walther's Books
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About Walther's Books
Emphasis on First Editions. Many Mysteries. Passion for History, especially Ancient History. Some Small Press or Fine Press books, always looking for more.
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