The Conquest of Mexico -and- The Conquest of Peru (Modern Library Giant #G29.1
PRESCOTT, William H.
Published by The Modern Library / Random House [c.1957], New York, 1957
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A Modern Library Giant edition offering the complete text of two of William Prescott's famous histories in a single hefty volume. The 19th Century American historian overcame blindness to become pre-eminent in his field; these works represent high points in his career. With a smallish map of each conquered land. --- In Toledano spine G5 / pale green cloth / gilt titling on green cover & spine blocks / blank GA style endpapers / green topstain / jacket style Ge, verso advertises titles in ML catalog, but no total number. Likely published c.1957 (no publication date appears in book). ML #G29.1. --- A weakened front hinge has been carefully reinforced prior to this listing, and with dampstains to front endpapers, slight soiling to cover, else a sound copy. Fair-only jacket with large open tear to front panel, other chafing and chipping to extremities, and some dampstains; protected in removable archival mylar protector. (Due to the considerable weight of this item, extra shipping charges may be requested.); Octavo - 8 to 9 in. tall; xxxvi, 1288, [2] pages. Seller Inventory # 87877
Bibliographic Details
Title: The Conquest of Mexico -and- The Conquest of...
Publisher: The Modern Library / Random House [c.1957], New York
Publication Date: 1957
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Good
Dust Jacket Condition: Fair
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