This uncommon and fascinating pair of maps highlight the path of the "Great Eclipse of 1831" and the later total eclipse of November 1834. Hyped by the almanac makers and press as a major event, the February 1831 solar eclipse ended up disappointing the populace when it failed to shroud the country in visible darkness. The maps show towns and cities, rivers, mountains, and Indian tribes. They locate the Michigan, Northwest, Missouri, and Arkansas territories. A fascinating artifact from an era where scientific wonder all too often bled into old-fashioned superstition. The map featuring both eclipses was published by Charles Bowen; the map just showing the 1831 eclipse was published by Gray & Bowen. A. A Map of the Eclipses of Feby. 12th. 1831 and Nov 30th 1834. in Their Passage Across the United States. Condition: Issued folding with a 1" repaired fold separation at bottom, a minor and a binding trim at bottom right with a tiny associated tear. (B+)
B. A Map of the Eclipse of Feby. 12th. in Its Passage Across the United States. Condition: Issued folding with light toning and offsetting and numerous tiny holes along the centerfold. (B)

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