1850 AMERICANA 1ed President Biography + Constitution Declaration Independence

1850 AMERICANA 1^ed President Biography + Constitution Declaration Independence

“The Twelve Stars of Our Republic” is a richly detailed and illustrated book curated by Edwin Williams with an introduction by Benson John Lossing, aiming to instill a profound understanding and appreciation of American history in the reader. This work provides biographical sketches for the twelve initial US presidents leading up to 1849, each accompanied by a portrait engraving, enhancing readers’ understanding of their legacies and contributions to the nation. In addition to the biographies are printings of the Declaration of Independence with facsimile signatures for each of the signers, the US Constitution, and the Articles of Confederation. Further, this work is equipped with summaries of census data and detailed accounts of US historical events from 1492 to 1849.

This first edition volume is characterized by its ornate illustrations including three color plates in addition to the 12 engraved presidential portraits.

Item number: #41395

Price: $499

WILLIAMS, Edwin; LOSSING, Benson John (Contrib.)

The Twelve Stars of Our Republic: Our Nation’s Gift-Book to Her Young Citizens. Elegantly Illustrated.

New York: Edward Walker, 1850. First Edition. First Printing.

Details:

• Collation: Complete
  • 364, [4]
  • 15 engraved plates
    • 3 color plates (including frontispiece)
    • 12 portrait engravings
  • Language: English
  • Binding: Hardcover; tight and secure
    • illustrated green cloth
  • Size: ~ 9.25in X 6.25in (23.5cm x 16cm)

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