A nice example of this atlas that features 70 tipped-in, wax engraved maps with decorative borders, 16 of which are double-page. The double page maps are contiguous and are tipped-in. All states and territories are represented with 47 maps of U.S. interest. Other charts include Flags of the World, five thematic charts, types of the Races of Men, several pages of portraits, and a charming improvements of the century page with numerous engravings showing the plow, sewing machine, electric light, wheat thrashing machine, a locomotive, and more. Copyright 1883, but dated 1884 on the cover. Title page, contents, list of the population of cities, index, 198 pp. Hardbound in original brown cloth, with embossed and gilt titling on front.

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Condition: A

Maps are fine less the California with a marginal tear closed with archival tape. The covers are rubbed and bumped with mildew at upper right, spine is sunned with some tears and looseness to the cloth.