BOWDITCH, Nathanial. Practical Navigator.

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BOWDITCH, Nathanial (1773-1838). The New American Practical Navigator: Being an Epitome of Navigation...14th stereotype edition.
Publisher: E. & G.W. Blunt, New York. 1844.

8vo. Full leather bound, with red ruled and gilt title.

xv, 449 pp., with illustrations and plates.

H: 9 3/8 W: 6 D: 2 1/2 in.

From the Estate of John A. Davidson, Jr. Proceeds to benefit the APL of Lorain County and the Dittrick Museum, CWRU.

Condition

Poor. Spine, covers, and corners bumped, scuffed, and rubbed. Extensive water damage and warping to pages and boards. Dog-eared, tears, and ink stains.

Bookplate on interior front: "Library of Dr. J. M. Birkner. No. 98." Many pencil annotations and inscriptions throughout the interior flyleaves and boards.

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