A New Family Encyclopedia; or compendium of universal knowledge: comprehending a plain and practical view of those subjects most interesting to persons, in the ordinary professions of life.
Philadelphia: No publisher, 1832. Full Leather. Good. Item #018830
Full calf leather. 468 pages. Black and white engravings throughout. A general work discussing a variety of items including: the human anatomy and physiology; ailments, illnesses and remedies, including the use of spices; method of making wine as well as making cider rum brandy and other drinks; discussion on how various items are manufactured; agriculture; government; statistics. GOOD condition. Moderate to heavy scuffing to the leather especially along the extremities and spine, with a few small, deeper gouges. Minor soiling and staining to the covers. Text block toned, with scattered foxing and minor staining throughout. Several pages with tears including one mended with string.
Price: $38.00