Journey from Prince of Wale's Fort in Hudson's Bay to the Northern Ocean
by Samuel Hearne
ISBN: 0804810079
ISBN-13: 9780804810074
Format: Hardcover
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Publisher: Tuttle Pub
Published date: 1971
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Journey From Prince of Wales's Fort in Hudson's Bay to the Northern Ocean
Hearne, Samuel
Rutland, VT: Charles E. Tuttle, 1971. Reprint. Hardcover. 458 pages. . Well-done facsimile of the 1795 edition, large folding end maps, foldout illustrations. Printed on heavy paper stock & red cloth binding exemplary of Tuttle's fine craftsmanship from the 60s & 70s. Fine/Near Fine. Dj price clipped, else a very nice copy. . ( more information) Offered by Schroeder's Book Haven (United States)
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Journey from Prince of Wale's Fort in Hudson's Bay to the Northern Ocean
Samuel Hearne
Tuttle Pub. Used - Like New. Hardcover w / dustjacket. Like new; no internal markings; has lost its "Brand New" shine but no obvious defects. Fine book in dj that is nf with minor wear; no remainder mark. Maps fine. Dj front flap is priceclilpped. [New ed.]. 1971. Hardcover w / dustjacket. ( more information) Offered by BookZone U.S.A. (United States)
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