Author: Gerstaecker [also Gerstacker], Frederick [1816 - 1872]. Weir, Harrison - Translator
Title: WILD SPORTS In The FAR WEST. Translated from the German
Description: London: Geo. Routledge & Co, 1854. 1st Edition in English (Howes G-142; Sabin 27191). Brown half calf with yellow marbled paper boards. Speckled edges. xi, [1], 396 pp. Frontis + 7 tinted inserted plates. 8vo. 7-1/8" x 4-3/8". Overall VG+ (some minor rubs to extremities/usual light foxing). A chronicling of the author's experiences while visiting the "wilds of America", which was primarily a 'leisurely' journey from New York to New Orleans Louisiana, including adventures in Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Missouri, & Arkansas. Somewhat uncommon- last at auction in 1989.

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