Wild West Wonders: May Collector's Auction Event
Sat, May 18, 2024 11:00AM EDT
Lot 23
"Lives of the Presidents" B.J. Lossing 1st Ed 1848
Estimate: $300 - $500
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Featured in this lot is this 1848 first edition book titled, "The Lives of The Presidents of the United States; Embracing a Brief History of the Principal Events of Their Respective Administrations" by Benson J. Lossing, published by Ensigns & Thayer, New York, 1848. Benson J. Lossing (1813-1891) was an American historian, known best for his illustrated books on the American Revolution and American Civil War and features in Harper's Magazine. He was a charter trustee of Vassar College. The book includes a collection of eleven presidential biographies from Washington through Polk, illustrated with numerous, beautiful engravings. The book also features the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution of the United States, Washington's Farewell Address, a list of cabinet officers and a table of yearly expenditures of the general government. The book shows fair condition due to its antique age and use over the years showing worn edges and corners and foxing throughout. Still in good, readable condition. The book measures 9 1/8" L x 5 5/8" W x 7/16" D.
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