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1804 CF Volney "View of the Climate and Soil of the United States of America"
1804 CF Volney "View of the Climate and Soil of the United States of America"
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To which are annexed some accounts of florida, the french colony on the scioto, certain canadian colonies and the savages or natives. with maps and plates.
Condition
Good condition for age, wear to corners and spine, front cover and back cover are no longer bound and back is not leather
Dimensions
8.25 x 5.25 x 1.5 in
Weight
1.5 lb
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1804 CF Volney "View of the Climate and Soil of the United States of America"

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