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Maps and Seismograms San Francisco 1906 Quake
Maps and Seismograms San Francisco 1906 Quake
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Heading: (California - San Francisco)
Author: Lawson, Andrew C., et al.
Title: Atlas of Maps and Seismograms Accompanying the Report of the State Earthquake Investigation Commission Upon the California Earthquake of April 18, 1906
Place Published: Washington D.C.
Publisher:Carnegie Institution of Washington
Date Published: 1908
Description:

With title-page, contents-leaf, 25 lithographed maps (most in color or duotone, some double-page), and 15 seismograms on 16 sheets, many double-page. (Folio) 60x48 cm (23¾x19"), original green cloth, lettered in gilt.

Fascinating and informative atlas detailing the causes, course, and effects of the great earthquake that struck the San Francisco Bay Area on April 18, 1906. The San Andreas fault is charted throughout California, the severity of movement in San Francisco and adjacent areas is shown, the "burnt area" of San Francisco delineated, and seismic readings from around the globe are laid out.

Condition
General wear and scuffing to cloth, bumps to corners and spine ends; interior with mild toning, corner bumps, starting to detach a bit at spine; very good.
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Maps and Seismograms San Francisco 1906 Quake

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