Description: Rifle Shots at Past and Passing Events. A Poem in Three Cantos-Being Hits at Time on the Wing. By John Richard Wells and published in Philadelphia by T. B. Peterson & Brothers. 1861, 112 pp, paper binding. In as-is condition. The front cover is detached. Some pen and pencil inscriptions from a previous owner on the title page. Hinges have wear, and while the pages after the front cover remain attached, the support is not even throughout. Spine have age-related wear that has caused tearing. General age-related toning to pages, along with periodic foxing and wear. Please see photos and ask any questions prior to purchasing. This poem describes various events pertaining to the years prior to the American Civil War, such as an interview with Lincoln, visiting the Capital and Congress, going to church, the ascent of Washington’s Monument, and many more. This unusual pamphlet would make a great addition to the personal collection of anyone interested in seeing what the United States looked like during this time period. Any issues with hinges or binding due to age or wear could provide an excellent opportunity for restoration or rebinding, if desired. COLPAP0869 JR1138
Price: 150 USD
Location: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
End Time: 2024-10-31T18:09:40.000Z
Shipping Cost: 5.38 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Binding: Brochure/Pamphlet
Place of Publication: Philadelphia
Language: English
Region: North America
Publisher: T. B. Peterson & Brothers
Topic: Historical
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Subject: History
Original/Facsimile: Original
Year Printed: 1861
