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 THE SECRET SERVICE!!

THE FIELD, THE DUNGEON, AND THE ESCAPE.

 

FIRST EDITION / FIRST PRINTING!

Printed in 1865.

 

The Secret Service was commissioned on July 5, 1865, at the end of the Civil War. This is the True First Edition / First Printing. 

 

ILLUSTRATED, by 13 full page Engraved Plates (All Present).

Bound in full genuine leather!

 

8 7/8 inches tall.

Complete in one volume.

Albert Richardson. American Publishing Company, Hartford, Conn. Printed in 1865.  

Good+ condition. Very Good and fresh internally. Printed on quality paper that will last. Text block is still tightly bound. Hinges cracked, but held firmly by cords, as shown. General rubbing and usage wear. Chipped, as shown. Interior shows some foxing but has been printed on quality paper that is still bright and fresh. Bookplate. Name in pencil on fep.

The Secret Service was commissioned on July 5, 1865, at the end of the Civil War. This is the true FIRST EDITION / FIRST PRINTING. Includes a frontis of Richardson protected by tissue, a list of illustrations, detailed contents, and sheet music for "A Song for the Nameless Heroine Who Aided the Escaping Prisoners" - Words and Music by B.R. Hanby.

This is a highly desirable FIRST EDITION, and would make an excellent gift and/or addition to any collection!!


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