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Life in America during the Revolution
Life in America during the Revolution
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Author: Mazzei, Filippo
Title: Recherches Historiques et Politiques sur les Etats-Unis de L'Amérique Septentrionale . . . Par un Citoyen de Virginie
Place Published: Paris
Publisher:Chez Froullé
Date Published: 1788
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4 vols. [2], xvi, 383 pp. + 1 errata pg; [2], 259 pp.;[2], 292 pp.; [2], 366 pp. )8vo), 19.2x11.6 cm (7½x4½"), contemporary tree calf, marbled endpapers, black leather labels, gilt rules, decorations and lettering. Half-titles present. First Edition.



An interesting and important work on economic, political and cultural life in America during the Revolution by Italian Filippo Mazzei (1739-1816), physician, wine merchant and horticulturist who moved to Virginia in 1773 to promote the cultivation of grapes and other fruits. He lived close to Charlottesville, where he and his next-door neighbor, Thomas Jefferson, became kindred spirits and lasting friends. His Recherches constitute his memoirs and observations of his tenure in America. ;Sabin 47206; Howes M-456. ;

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Edges a little rubbed; a few corners bumped; a very good copy in a handsome contemporary binding.
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