Thaddeus Mason Harris / Biographical Memorials of James Oglethorpe 1841

Description: Biographical Memorials of James Oglethorpe, Founder of the Colony of Georgia Author: Harris, Thaddeus Mason Title: Biographical Memorials of James Oglethorpe, Founder of the Colony of Georgia Publication: Boston, (MA): Printed for the author (Freeman and Bolles, Boston), 1841 Description: First edition. 8vo. xxii, 424 pp. Portrait frontispiece, plate, facsimile, folding map. With the ownership signature of John R. Wilder (1816-1879), a successful cotton merchant and businessman active in Georgia railroad development. Howes H-232. Sabin 30505. De Renne, catalogue II, p. 476. Larned 1149: "A well-balanced sketch, treating briefly of Oglethorpe in England and largely of his colonial experiences. There is a chapter on the Wesleys in Georgia and the literary friends of Oglethorpe. This is the best biography of the subject." Bookplate on front pastedown modeled after the frontispiece portrait of Oglethorpe, persistent moderate foxing, else very good. 20th-century green cloth, gilt spine title, marbled endpapers. (9222). Seller ID: 62481 Subject: Americana We are a Washington, D.C. based bookstore in business for over 40 years. We specialize in Americana and general Antiquarian books. Terms All orders ship within three business days. Standard mail is USPS Priority Mail. Expedited and international shipping are also available. We offer combined shipping on multiple orders. All items are guaranteed to be as described or they may be returned within 30 days of receipt for a full refund.This listing was created by Bibliopolis.

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