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Auction 100, Lot 601

"The United States with Excursions to Mexico, Cuba, Porto Rico, and Alaska", Baedeker, Karl

Subject: Guide Books

Period: 1909 (published)

Publication:

Color: Printed Color

Size:
4.5 x 6.5 inches
11.4 x 16.5 cm
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Nice example of this "handbook for travelers" with 33 maps and 48 plans. The Northeast is covered in the most detail. However, the guide includes interesting notes and advice on excursions to Mexico, the Caribbean, and Alaska. Fourth revised edition. Original soft red covers with gilt titles.

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Condition: B

Some maps with short binding tears, damp stains and mis-folding. Covers bumped, overall good.

Estimate: $100 - $130

Sold for: $70

Closed on 9/12/2002

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