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The Eastern Frontier.

by Clark, Charles E.

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1970
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New York.: Alfred A. Knopf., 1970. "The settlement of northern New England, 1610 - 1763." First edition. About fine condition in dj.. 23.5 cm. xxiv, 419, xvi (index, (2) pp. b/w plates and maps
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Steamboat Yesterdays on Casco Bay.

Steamboat Yesterdays on Casco Bay.

by Frappier, Captain William J.

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Used - “The steamboat era in Maine’s Calendar Island region.” Abundantly illustrated. Casco Bay Steamboat Route Chart laid in. Fine
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(1993)
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(Toronto): Boston Mills Press, (1993). The steamboat era in Maines Calendar Island region. Abundantly illustrated. Casco Bay Steamboat Route Chart laid in. Fine condition in fresh dj.. Oblong format 21.4 cm. 196 pp. b/w plates. b/w folding map laid in back.
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Documents Relating to the Purchase and Exploration of Louisiana.

Documents Relating to the Purchase and Exploration of Louisiana.

by Jefferson, Thomas & Dunbar, William.

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1904
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Boston.: Houghton Mifflin & Company., 1904. "I. The Limits and Bounds of Louisiana by Thomas Jefferson. II. The Exploration of the Red, the Black, and the Washita Rivers. By William Dunbar." First publication of these items, "Printed from the original manuscripts in the American Philosophical Society Library." See Howes L-498. This is #252 in a limited edition of 550 copies.… Read more about this item
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Andros Tracts.

Andros Tracts.

by Prince Society.

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1869; 1869; 1874
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Boston: Prince Society, 1869; 1869; 1874. "Being a collection of pamphlets and official papers issued during the period between the overthrow of the Andros government and the establishment of the second charter of Massachusetts; with notes and a memoir of Sir Edmund Andros." Andros was appointed Governor of the Dominion of New England in 1686. His arbitrary insistence on inserting… Read more about this item
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John Dunton's Letters From New-England.

John Dunton's Letters From New-England.

by Dunton, John.

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Collection of letters from English bookseller John Dunton's 1686 trip to New England to check out the political situation there.
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1867
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Boston: Prince Society, 1867. Collection of letters from English bookseller John Dunton's 1686 trip to New England to check out the political situation there. According to the book's introduction, "The Life and Errors of John Dunton, late Citizen of London" was first published in 1705 "and has been for many years a standard book of reference for its description of… Read more about this item
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The Pirates Laffite.

The Pirates Laffite.

by Davis, William C.

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(2005)
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Orlando, FL: Harcourt, Inc., (2005). "The treacherous world of the Corsairs of the Gulf." Jean and Pierre "made life hell for Spanish merchants on the Gulf. Later they became important members of a syndicate in New Orleans that included lawyers, bankers, merchants, and corrupt US officials." YARR! First edition, very good condition in dust jacket.. 23 cm. xii, 706 pp.… Read more about this item
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Crime and Punishment in Early Massachusetts, 1620-1692. A Documentary History.

Crime and Punishment in Early Massachusetts, 1620-1692. A Documentary History.

by Powers, Edwin.

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Notable crimes of early New England along with
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(1966)
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Boston.: Beacon Press., (1966). Notable crimes of early New England along with "a concise analysis of the legal system... then an account of the changes and developments that took place. All aspects of the law - lawyers, judges, lawmakers, policemen, criminals, courts, jails, and prisons - are fully considered." First edition in very good condition, dust jacket sunned.. 22.5 cm.… Read more about this item
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Our Struggle for the Fourteenth Colony.

Our Struggle for the Fourteenth Colony.

by Smith, Justin H.

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1907
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New York: G.P. Putnam's Sons, 1907. "Canada and the American Revolution." First edition of an important reference, many helpful illustrations and facsimiles, and 23 maps. Scarce, with overpriced reprints mostly on offer. This set is ex-library. Each volume with bookplate on front paste down, blind stamp on title, call numbers at base of backstrip, and no other markings. Moderate wear,… Read more about this item
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Old John Neptune and Other Maine Indian Shamans.

Old John Neptune and Other Maine Indian Shamans.

by Eckstorm, Fannie Hardy.

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Used - Not exactly maritime, but a wonderful evocation by an excellent writer of people and places that now seem very remote. Shamans a
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1945
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Portland.: The Southworth- Anthoensen Press., 1945. Not exactly maritime, but a wonderful evocation by an excellent writer of people and places that now seem very remote. Shamans and Princes mistaken by whites for impoverished Indians! First edition in publisher's blue cloth showing only light wear. Signed by author on title page. $125. A second copy, same binding and condition, unsigned..… Read more about this item
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The Mathers.

The Mathers.

by Middlekauff, Robert.

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1971
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New York: Oxford University Press, 1971. "Three generations of Puritan intellectuals, 1596-1728." First edition. Very good condition in dust jacket.. 23 cm. xii, xii, 440 pp.
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The King's Highway from Portland to Kittery.

The King's Highway from Portland to Kittery.

by Jones, Herbert G.

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(1953)
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Portland.: The Longfellow Press., (1953). "Stagecoach & tavern days on the old Post Road." Historic tour of southern Maine's coastal route, fragments of which still exist. First edition, very good condition in dust jacket. Signed by author.. 22.5 cm. 226, (2) pp. b/w plates.
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Peter Edes, Pioneer Printer in Maine: a Biography.

Peter Edes, Pioneer Printer in Maine: a Biography.

by Boardman, Samuel Lane, Ed.

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1901
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Bangor: Printed for the De Burians, 1901. "With his diary while a prisoner by the British at Boston in 1775 with the journal of John Leach who was a prisoner at the same time." Edes had an interesting career. "Peter Edes (December 17, 1756 March 30, 1840) was a colonial American patriot and printer and an advocate of American independence… Read more about this item
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The Last Cannon Shot: a Study of French-Canadian Nationalism 1837-1850.

The Last Cannon Shot: a Study of French-Canadian Nationalism 1837-1850.

by Monet, Jacques.

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(1969)
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(Toronto): University of Toronto Press, (1969). "...describes in rich and lively detail the conflict of French Canada's priests and politicians around the central issue of their people's relation to the British Crown..." First edition. Very good condition in dust jacket.. 23 cm. x, (2), 422 pp.
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Match Play and the Spin of the Ball.

Match Play and the Spin of the Ball.

by Tilden, William T.

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1925
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New York: American Lawn Tennis, 1925. "Big Bill" Tilden was the dominant player of the early 1920s and is considered to be one of the all-time greats. This heavily illustrated book combines technical instruction with highlights of Tilden's career. It also provides an interesting look at the way tennis used to be, which has little to do with the way… Read more about this item
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Old Times in Saco: a Brief Monograph on Local Events.

Old Times in Saco: a Brief Monograph on Local Events.

by Owen, Daniel E.

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Used - Discovery through 1826. Notable for its 6 folding maps. See Williamson 6994. Bound in publisher's green cloth with gold decorati
Published
1891
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Saco, ME: (Biddeford Times), 1891. Discovery through 1826. Notable for its 6 folding maps. See Williamson 6994. Bound in publisher's green cloth with gold decoration. Covers rather worn, but a good copy, . 21 cm. viii, 172 pp. b/w frontispiece, plates and maps, some folding.
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Rare Americana, a Catalogue of Historical and Geographical Books, Pamphlets and Manuscripts Relating to America.

Rare Americana, a Catalogue of Historical and Geographical Books, Pamphlets and Manuscripts Relating to America.

by Stevens, Son and Stiles.

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Used - Treasure chest of rarities offered by this legendary American expat bookseller. Some of the topics covered include American Revo
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n.d. (1927)
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London.: Stevens Son and Stiles, n.d. (1927). Treasure chest of rarities offered by this legendary American expat bookseller. Some of the topics covered include American Revolution, French and Indian War, Iceland and Greenland, Indians, Jesuit Relations, New England, Newfoundland, New York, Pirates, and War of 1812. With over 2000 items offered, this catalog is also an excellent bibliography of books… Read more about this item
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Narrative of the Captivity and Adventures of John Tanner.

Narrative of the Captivity and Adventures of John Tanner.

by James, Edwin (editor).

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1830
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New York.: G.& C.& H Carvill., 1830. "Tanner, captured by the Indians when he was nine years old, lived as an Indian for about thirty years, thereafter making an unsuccessful attempt to re-assimilate himself in white culture. His narrative contains much information about the Hudson's Bay and Northwest Companies, and about Lord Selkirk's Red River colony" - Streeter, VI 3701.… Read more about this item
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The Description and Natural History of the Coasts of North America (Acadia).

The Description and Natural History of the Coasts of North America (Acadia).

by Denys, Nicholas. ( Ganong William F. ed.)

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Used - This is publication II of the Champlain Society, #247 in a limited edition of 520 copies.
Published
1908
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Toronto.: The Champlain Society., 1908. This is publication II of the Champlain Society, #247 in a limited edition of 520 copies. "Translated and edited, with a memoir of the author, and additional documents by William F. Ganong, together with a reprint of the original." The "original" text was published in France in 1672. It is translated here, with notes, and… Read more about this item
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A New Collection of Voyages Discoveries and Travels... In Seven Volumes.

A New Collection of Voyages Discoveries and Travels... In Seven Volumes.

by (Knox, John).

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1767
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London: for J. Knox, 1767. "...containing whatever is worthy of notice, in Europe, Asia, Africa and America... their climates, soil, produce &c.: with the manners and customs of the several inhabitants; their government, religion, arts, sciences, manufactures, and commerce... including the descriptions and remarks of some late celebrated travellers, not to be found in any other collection." Maps by cartographer… Read more about this item
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Lawn Tennis.

Lawn Tennis.

by Lenglen, Suzanne.

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Used - First American edition.
Published
1925
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New York.: Dodd, Mead & Company, 1925. First American edition. "Is it any the less worthy because a woman can, and many women do, beat some man or men at it?... My reply to these and kindred criticisms is emphatically, No!" Way to go, Ms. Lenglen! Scattered foxing else very good condition in publisher's green cloth.. 19 cm. viii, (4),… Read more about this item
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