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8vo, cloth, title on spine, dust jacket, illustrated, 217 pp. Dust jacket and book in excellent condition. Muhammad Ali has to be regarded as the most colorful heavyweight champions ever. The speed of the young Ali was nothing short of amazing. A more seasoned Ali would also show the world incrediable boxing skills and resilancy.

Pamphlet, 40 pp. (8vo) 22x14 cm (8¾x5½"), removed from larger volume with remains of stitching on spine, now unbound, sewn; custom modern cloth folder. Some light foxing, some minor chips and tears along edges, pages untrimmed; about very good. Thomas Paine (1737-1809), aka Robert Treat, was an author, inventor, revolutionary, and one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. Early printing of Paine's important 1795 dissertation on government, written to influence the National Convention during its struggle to create a new French constitution, together with the text of his July 7, 1795 speech before the Convention. Howes describes this as the second edition, following on a 36-page edition also published in Paris. Howes P19.

Pamplet, 8vo, dbd, removed, 30 pp. A presntation copy, but signature is torn from title and second leaf, no damage to the text, some tears and chips to margins, but again, not affecting text, some aging and browning, and a little staining to title; still a very good copy. Thomas Paine (1737-1809), aka Robert Treat, was an author, inventor, revolutionary, and one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. In 1791 he wrote his famous "Rights of Man", which was a defense of the French Revolutuion. In his anonymous written tract, "Common Sense" , which was published in early 1776, he did much to encourage a break with England. Paine was a signer of the Declaration of Independence, and was also the attorney general of Massachusetts. On page five of this pamphlet, is beleived to contain the earliest printing of the "Stars & Stripes" with the "Eagle Shield" combined.

8vo, contemporary calf, rejoined, two parts bound together, [4], 76, [2], vi, 87, [1] pp. Covers detached, lacking, half title, binding very worn, tears to flyleaf, bookplate on front pastedown, early owner's inscriptions, and later owner's embossed stamp on free endpapers, browing and aging.
Originally published in 1791, this Paine political eassy suggests political revolution is justifiable, if a government doean't protect the rights of its people. This copy is signed by Indiana pioneer and lieutenant governor David Hills, 1828; and by his son William C. Hills; 1837.
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Pamphlet, 8vo, bound in modern semi stiff boards with cloth spine, 196 pp. Slight edgewear, toning and light foxing to the interior, normal aging; otherwise very good. This is a relatively scarce collection of Paine's pamphlets originally published between 1776-1783.The first essay actually appeared in the Pennsylvania Journal, and he used the pseudonym "Common Sense." There appear to be 14 numbered pamphlets, and a couple of unnumbered essays. While this collection appears complete, the numbers may not correspond to the original series. The classic Paine line "These are the times that try men's souls" is shown at the beginning of essay number two. Paine supported the American cause, and felt Britain did not have the right to invade the colonies. He believed in independence from Britain, and Washington even used Paine's words to boost morale among his troops.

Pamphlet, square 4to, includes half title, dbd, uncut, 32 pp. Early presentation inscription on half title, some soiling, browning and aging throughout; otherwise very good. Paine (1773-1811) was born Thomas Paine, the son of Robert Treat Paine Sr., statesman and signer of the Declaration of Independence.. In 1801, he changed his name to Robert Treat, and according to some, he did this to avoid confusion with his father. A poet and lawyer, he was he was a gifted writter, and never pulled his punches. At the age of 12 he attacked his own father in a scathing poem, which resulted in a lifelong division between the two. His poetry would gain considerable attention with his contemporaries, and he even became active in the Boston Theatre. The present title, his Harvard Phi Beta Kappa Poem of 1797, was considered by his friends as his best poem. While he had considerable popularity in his time, a lifestyle of excessive drinking and dissolute living took their toll. In ill health, he returned to his… Read More

Small folio (11" x 14"), cloth with leather corners, rebacked (somewhat crudely) with brown cloth tape, illustrated 164 pp. Covers almost detached, held firm by Mylar type cover, wear to extremities, endpapers a little stained or soiled; internally generally nice and clean. This is a very attractive volume on the History of railroad technology. The story begins in the late 17th century and continues through the mid 1890s. Profusely illustrated with very charming text illustrations.

Small 8vo (7 1/4 x 4 3/4), original red cloth with gilt lettering, hand colored folding lithographed map as frontispiece, 160 pp. Some minor staining and wear to binding, but sound, bookplate on pastedown, light foxing within, a couple of minor tears on map, which is in very nice shape; overall very good. Parker claims to provide accurate information on the resources, soil and climate of the Minnesota Territory, which he believed was on the verge of Statehood. He provides the reader with a brief history, a view of the upper Mississippi, some of the territory's important towns and villages, and a look at what life in the West was all about. The map, which is by J.H. Colton, extends west to the Missouri River, and contains about half of present day North and South Dakota. Howes P85.

Small 8vo (7 1/4 x 4 3/4), original red cloth with gilt lettering and decoration on spine, illustrated, 264 pp. Some soiling and shelf wear, top joint a bit split, land hinge is a little weak, light foxing, some erasure wear to preliminary page, otherwise very good. Parker published this work a little over ten years after Iowa became a state. Parker claims no other state in the Union offers so many inducements to immigrate to go there. The book covers the climate, soil, available railroads, rivers, population, banking houses, and the Constitution of the State of Iowa.

Folio page (12 1/2" x 8"), hand colored illustration, text on reverse side of page, archivally matted with print attached along top margin with archival tape. Usual offset from the text side, paper is browned, aged, and a little soiled, perhaps a little trimming; otherwise about very good. John Parkinson (1567-1650) was an apothecary and herbalist, and was so well respected in his field that he was consulted on the first Pharmacopoeia Londinensis by the College of Physicians. He had a keen interest in gardening, which led to the publication of his first work, Paradisi in Sole Paradisus Terrestris; or. A Garden of All Sorts of Pleasant Flowers, in 1629. This plate (page 403), which features illustrations of several flowers, is from that work.  ODB.

Folio page (13" x 8"), hand colored illustration, text on reverse side of page, archivally matted with print attached at the top with archival tape. A little less offset from the text side, paper a little browned and aged, perhaps a little trimming; otherwise very good. John Parkinson (1567-1650) was an apothecary and herbalist, and was so well respected in his field that he was consulted on the first Pharmacopoeia Londinensis by the College of Physicians. He had a keen interest in gardening, which led to the publication of his first work, Paradisi in Sole Paradisus Terrestris; or. A Garden of All Sorts of Pleasant Flowers, in 1629. This plate (page 321), which features illustrations of several flowers, is from that work.  ODB.

Folio page (12 1/2" x 8"), hand colored illustration, text on reverse side of page, archivally matted with print attached along margins with archival tape. A little less offset from the text side, paper is browned, aged, and a little soiled, some chips, small tears, and folds in the left margin, perhaps a little trimming; otherwise in pretty good condition. John Parkinson (1567-1650) was an apothecary and herbalist, and was so well respected in his field that he was consulted on the first Pharmacopoeia Londinensis by the College of Physicians. He had a keen interest in gardening, which led to the publication of his first work, Paradisi in Sole Paradisus Terrestris; or. A Garden of All Sorts of Pleasant Flowers, in 1629. This plate (page 403), which features illustrations of several flowers, is from that work.  ODB.

Folio page (12 1/2" x 8"), hand colored illustration, text on reverse side of page, archivally matted with print attached along top margin with archival tape. Less offset than usual from the text side, paper is a little browned and aged, a little uneven trimming; otherwise very good. John Parkinson (1567-1650) was an apothecary and herbalist, and was so well respected in his field that he was consulted on the first Pharmacopoeia Londinensis by the College of Physicians. He had a keen interest in gardening, which led to the publication of his first work, Paradisi in Sole Paradisus Terrestris; or. A Garden of All Sorts of Pleasant Flowers, in 1629. This plate (page 201), which features illustrations of several flowers, is from that work.  ODB.

Folio page (12" x 8"), hand colored illustration, text on reverse side of page, archivally matted with print attached at the top with archival tape. Usual offset from the text side, paper a little browned and aged, slight creasing at the bottom of the plate, edges a little rough, perhaps a litttle triming on one side; otherwise very good. John Parkinson (1567-1650) was an apothecary and herbalist, and was so well respected in his field that he was consulted on the first Pharmacopoeia Londinensis by the College of Physicians. He had a keen interest in gardening, which led to the publication of his first work, Paradisi in Sole Paradisus Terrestris; or. A Garden of All Sorts of Pleasant Flowers, in 1629. This plate (page 41), which features illustrations of several flowers, is from that work.  ODB.

Folio page (12 1/2" x 8"), hand colored illustration, text on reverse side of page, archivally matted with print attached along top margin with archival tape. Some offset from the text side, paper is a little browned and aged, a little trimming; otherwise very good. John Parkinson (1567-1650) was an apothecary and herbalist, and was so well respected in his field that he was consulted on the first Pharmacopoeia Londinensis by the College of Physicians. He had a keen interest in gardening, which led to the publication of his first work, Paradisi in Sole Paradisus Terrestris; or. A Garden of All Sorts of Pleasant Flowers, in 1629. This plate (page 325), which features illustrations of several flowers, is from that work.  ODB. # 103017

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Folio page (12 1/2" x 8"), hand colored illustration, text on reverse side of page, archivally matted with print attached along top margin with archival tape. Usual offset from the text side, paper is a little browned and aged, a little foxing and trimming; otherwise very good. John Parkinson (1567-1650) was an apothecary and herbalist, and was so well respected in his field that he was consulted on the first Pharmacopoeia Londinensis by the College of Physicians. He had a keen interest in gardening, which led to the publication of his first work, Paradisi in Sole Paradisus Terrestris; or. A Garden of All Sorts of Pleasant Flowers, in 1629. This plate (page 387), which features illustrations of several flowers, is from that work.  ODB.

Folio page (12 1/2" x 8"), hand colored illustration, text on reverse side of page, archivally matted with print attached along top margin with archival tape. Some offset from the text side, paper is a little browned and aged, a little foxing and uneven trimming; otherwise very good. John Parkinson (1567-1650) was an apothecary and herbalist, and was so well respected in his field that he was consulted on the first Pharmacopoeia Londinensis by the College of Physicians. He had a keen interest in gardening, which led to the publication of his first work, Paradisi in Sole Paradisus Terrestris; or. A Garden of All Sorts of Pleasant Flowers, in 1629. This plate (page 381), which features illustrations of several flowers, is from that work.  ODB.

Folio page (12 1/2" x 8"), hand colored illustration, text on reverse side of page, archivally matted with print attached along top margin with archival tape. Less offset than usual from the text side, paper is a little browned and aged, a little foxing and uneven trimming; otherwise very good. John Parkinson (1567-1650) was an apothecary and herbalist, and was so well respected in his field that he was consulted on the first Pharmacopoeia Londinensis by the College of Physicians. He had a keen interest in gardening, which led to the publication of his first work, Paradisi in Sole Paradisus Terrestris; or. A Garden of All Sorts of Pleasant Flowers, in 1629. This plate (page 219), which features illustrations of several flowers, is from that work.  ODB.

Pamphlet format, small folio, disbound, each act with its own title. One act with 2 pages separated, some minor dampstaining; otherwise very good plus. The lengthiest act, relating to the raising of money, makes several specific references to colonial Georgia, including the provisioning of the garrisons, commissioning of troops of Highland Rangers with schooners, and granting money to the trustees of Georgia for the improvement of the colony. Another act provides for a speedy trial for those who commit treason against the king. Also, included is an act to indemnify those individuals who defended the king concerning the "Scottish Rebellion."

Pamphlet format, small folio, disbound, but expertly taped spine, 711-780 pp. Some darkening around edges, mostly title and last page, very minor aging; overall in nice condition. This content focuses on a variety of local government issues during the reign of George III. Topics include the widening and lighting of streets, altering or rebuilding some buildings, appointment of local authorities, and the regulation of carts and carriages in town.