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Auction 95, Lot 451

"The Exploration of North America 1630-1776", Cumming, Hilleir, Quinn & Williams

Subject: Cartographic Reference

Period: 1974 (dated)

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9 x 12 inches
22.9 x 30.5 cm
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Written by four experts in American history and cartography. The book is a follow-up to "The Discovery of North America", presenting a well documented and meticulous survey of European expansion in the New World, featuring eye-witness accounts and narratives of the explorers and settlers. Each chapter contains a historical survey of the opening up of new land and the main exploration routes. 270 pp, 400 illustrations, 47 in full color. Hard bound in green cloth with dust jacket. J

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Condition: A

acket has some tears and rubbing.

Estimate: $60 - $80

Sold for: $180

Closed on 6/13/2001

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