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The Gem of the Mines; A Thrilling Narrative of California Life.

The Gem of the Mines; A Thrilling Narrative of California Life.

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The Gem of the Mines; A Thrilling Narrative of California Life.

by Frost, Mrs. J. Blakeslee

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Hartford, Conn: J. Blakeslee Frost, 1866. First Edition . Hardcover. Fair. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. 276pp. Brown cloth. Covers edgeworn, spine chipped at head and tail, dampstaining to preliminary pages and last few pages, text is age-toned and there are a few spots and smudges in some margins, the binding is tight. An uncommon book relating the author's observations during her residence of 5 years in California.

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Bookseller's Inventory #
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Title
The Gem of the Mines; A Thrilling Narrative of California Life.
Author
Frost, Mrs. J. Blakeslee
Format/Binding
Hardcover
Book Condition
Used - Fair
Quantity Available
1
Edition
First Edition
Publisher
J. Blakeslee Frost
Place of Publication
Hartford, Conn
Date Published
1866
Pages
276
Size
8vo - over 7¾" - 9&f
Weight
0.00 lbs
Keywords
California Travel "San Francisco
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Literature and Fiction;

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The heel of the spine.
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