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PORTER, BURTON B. One of the People.
Privately Published. 1907, 1st Edition. Hardcover. Book, Frontispiece photograph. N.p.: Privately published, 1907. First edition. Autobiography of a self-proclaimed common man who had a lifetime of extraordinary experiences. In 1852, a 21-year-old Porter traveled to California in an unsuccessful attempt to strike it rich in the gold fields. From 1861 to 1865, he served in the Union Army, participating in the battles of Gettysburg and Fredricksburg. While stationed at Gettysburg, Porter was involved with Jennie Wade, the young woman who was killed by a stray rebel bullet during the battle. Green cloth binding, with gilt stamping. Some moderate wear to the spine ends and corners; otherwise a very good copy. Very Good.
Offered for US$ 35.00 by: The Book Shop, LLC - Book number: 001131