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Rare first British Editions of John Muir books

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Author: Muir, John
Title: Two First British Editions of John Muir Books
Place Published: London
Publisher:Various publishers
Date Published: 1894-1911
Description:

Two volumes. Illustrated. (8vo) original full pictorial cloth with gilt titles. First British Editions.

Comprises:

The Mountains of California. T. Fisher Unwin, 1894.
My First Summer in the Sierra. Constable & Co., 1911

Condition

Light wear; Mountains bumped on top of front board and gift inscription on ffep; Summer hinges cracked; overall very good.

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Rare first British Editions of John Muir books

Name: Rare first British Editions of John Muir books
SKU: 103986039
Price: 300 USD
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