Featured in this lot is this 1st edition 1877 Volume 1 & 2 of "Unser Land" by Benson J. Lossing, published in New York by Johnson & Miles. "Unser Land," or "Our Land" in English, gives readers a vivid and thorough view of the United States in the late 19th century. Each section of the book is devoted to a different facet of American history and culture. Lossing discusses subjects like the discovery and settlement of America, the American Revolution, well-known sites and cities, the growth of industry and transportation, and the various ethnic groups that have influenced the development of the country. The rich visual content of "Unser Land" is one of its distinguishing qualities. Many intricate engravings and illustrations that depict significant historical moments, landscapes, and portraits of notable people can be found in the books. Throughout the book, Lossing's writing is characterized by a sense of patriotism and pride in the American experience. He celebrates the nation's progress, its natural beauty, and its diverse population. The book serves not only as a historical account but also as a reflection of the optimism and national identity of the late 19th century. The books show a leather bound cover with gold gilt lettering on the front cover reading, "Unser Land" an shows an eagle with an American flag shield. The spines of the books show gold gilt eagles, the title in gold gilt and the volume number in gold gilt. The edges of the paper showing beautiful marbling in colors of yellow, orange, blue, black, grey and red. The books show good condition overall with some wear from their age and use over the years, but no obvious signs of damage are present. The books measure 9 7/8" L x 7 5/8" W x 2 5/8" D, and the collective weight of both books is 10 pounds and 10 ounces.