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Auction 115, Lot 804

"Descriptive Geography Taught by Means of Map Drawing Teachers' Edition",

Subject: Geography Books

Period: 1893 (dated)

Publication:

Color: Black & White

Size:
8.8 x 10.8 inches
22.4 x 27.4 cm
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The title continues "for Map Drawing Books of the Continents, Map Drawing Books of the United States: and also a Text-Book for the use of Teachers in Preparing Teachers' Examinations, Regents' Examinations and Entrance Examinations Given in Normal Schools." A fascinating look at the teaching methods and the skills expected from teachers of this period. An apparently scarce issue with the Library of Congress showing two earlier editions. 4to, paper covered boards, 128pp, many maps, illustrations.

References:

Condition: A

Contents very good to fine. Covers with rubbing or chipping, some warping and lifting of paper from the board.

Estimate: $70 - $100

Sold for: $65

Closed on 6/21/2006

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