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[AMERICANA]. THOMAS, Robert Bailey (1766-1846), et al. The Old Farmer's Almanack [and others]. Boston: Carter, Hendee And Co., et al [1834-1859].

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[AMERICANA]. THOMAS, Robert Bailey (1766-1846), et al. The Old Farmer's Almanack [and others]. Boston: Carter, Hendee And Co., et al [1834-1859]. 8vo. Illustrated with woodcuts. Collection of The Old Farmer's Almanack and others, 1834-1859, amateurishly hand-sewn with string and thick twine; issues 1858-59 bound separately. Most original wrappers retained. In custom drop-spine box with paper title label to spine. 8 x 5 x 4". 

Condition

Most wrappers heavily worn, some lacking, missing portions, many pages tattered from repeated use. Fair (appears to have been a working copy). Sold as-is, not subject to return. A charming group of American almanacs. 

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Weight: 4.00 lbs

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With several ownership signatures of one Chauncey Spaulding, who apparently bound together his collection of this annual publication as he acquired each new issue.