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Auction 94, Lot 477

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

Subject: Exploration, North America

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. It is profusely illustrated with maps and illustrations. 270 pp, 400 illustrations, 47 in full color. Hard bound in green cloth with dust jacket.

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Condition: A

Jacket has some tears and rubbing, but the book is very good.

Estimate: $40 - $50

Sold for: $160

Closed on 3/7/2001

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