[MAPS & ATLASES]. BLANCHARD, Rufus (1821-1904), editor.
Tablet of History Outlining the Discovery and Exploration o America, and the settlement, Wars and Civil Progress of the United States, From Her Colonial Beginning to 1876. [Chicago?]: N.p., [1876?].
Folio. Consists of folded, very large map. (Panels backed with linen and board, several separations, cloth very delicate, chipping.) Original morocco with gilt cover title "Historical Atlas of the United States" (heavy scuffing, losses to spine).
FIRST EDITION map showing historical developments of the United States. RARE: OCLC locates only 1 copy at the Indiana State Library.
Property of a Midwest Collector
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