$1,220
New York: Charles N. Baldwin, 1816. 2 vols. 12mo, quarter leather over marbled boards, gilt-lettered red leather spine labels. First edition of this rare romantic novel on the War of 1812, as introduced through the mouthpiece of the ghost of a "Mysterious Chief" (i.e. the spirit of George Washington), who further guides the destinies of the main characters. Ex-libris clipped from first two pp. vol. 1 and p. 3 vol. 2; some corners folded; some light soiling to leaves; manuscript ex-libris f.f.e.p. vol. 1; otherwise a fine copy of this incredibly rare odd novel and one of the only contemporary novels of the War of 1812. Only five copies located by Sabin. Wright 2760, Sabin 105179
Auctioneer:
Leslie Hindman Auctioneers
Date:
2011-11-15