This uncommon school history book was authored by Samuel Griswold Goodrich under the pseudonym Peter Parley. The complete volume includes 23 single-page maps engraved by G.W. Boynton including individual states in the Northeast and regional maps of the Mid-Atlantic, Middle States, Southern States, and Western States. Also represented are Mexico, North America, South America, and the Eastern and Western Hemispheres. Of particular interest is the map of the United States that features Oregon, Utah, and New Mexico territories in their largest configurations, as well as the map of Mexico, Texas, Guatimala & West Indies which prominently features the Independent Republic of Texas. 224 pages. Published by Jenks, Hickling, and Swan in Boston. 12mo, hardbound in illustrated paper covers.

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Condition: B

Maps are lightly toned with occasional foxing. Text has scattered foxing and the rear endpaper is chipped and partially loose. Spine has been rebacked, and covers are soiled and worn.