A Dictionary of Science, Literature, and Art: Comprising the History, Description, and Scientific Principles of Every Branch of Human Knowledge [Complete in 2 volumes]
by Brande, W. T
- Used
- Very Good
- Hardcover
- first
- Condition
- Very Good
- Seller
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Frontenac, Minnesota, United States
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About This Item
New York, NY : Harper & Brothers, 1843. First American edition. Very Good. Handsome set. 3/4 black leather with marble boards. 2 volume edition of the first American edition. "Illustrated by Numerous Engravings on Wood". Minor wear at all edges. Former owner's initials? in gilt at heel of leather spine: J. L. S.
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- Bookseller
- Mythos Books (US)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 007663
- Title
- A Dictionary of Science, Literature, and Art: Comprising the History, Description, and Scientific Principles of Every Branch of Human Knowledge [Complete in 2 volumes]
- Author
- Brande, W. T
- Book Condition
- Used - Very Good
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- First American edition
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Publisher
- Harper & Brothers
- Place of Publication
- New York, NY
- Date Published
- 1843
- Note
- May be a multi-volume set and require additional postage.
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Mythos Books
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Frontenac, Minnesota
About Mythos Books
Mythos Center is a research and retreat center on the banks of the Ms. River. We have been selling on line since 1994. In addition to our general academic and speciality stock, we are beginning to put our personal collections in myth, ritual and folklore-- up for sale. Inquiries are invited. Appointments only.
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