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Auction 202, Lot 786

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"Raleigh & Roanoke - The First English Colony in America, 1584-1590"

Subject: References, Roanoke Colony

Period: 1985 (published)

Publication:

Color: Black & White

Size:
8.5 x 11 inches
21.6 x 27.9 cm
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This interesting catalogue covers the British Library exhibit hosted by the North Carolina Museum of History from March 8th to June 6th, 1985. It consists of 157 items, 72 of which are illustrated in black & white, including 12 maps. The narrative text by Helen Wallis, Map Librarian of the British Library, traces the evolution of England's claims on America and examines the Roanoke voyages and their impact on English colonization of the New World. Soft illustrated covers, 116 pages.

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Condition: B+

Text is very good with a couple minor crayon scribbles and slightly creased corners. Covers have light shelf wear along spine and edges.

Estimate: $40 - $60

Sold for: $160

Closed on 2/12/2025

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