The Slave Power: Its Character, Career, and Probable Designs: Being an Attempt to Explain the Real Issues Involved in the American Contents

Cairnes, John Elliott

Published by Carleton, New York, 1862

About this Item

The Slave Power: Its Character, Career, and Probable Designs: Being an Attempt to Explain the Real Issues Involved in the American Contents. By John Elliott Cairnes and printed in New York City by Carleton. 1862. 171 pp. 9.25 x 6.25 . 8vo. Hardcover. In good condition, with light scuffing to boards and bumping to corners. Hinges remain in good condition and text block remains bound well. Light markings and stampings, along with a bookplate and other library attachments from the McCormick Theological Seminary. General age-related toning to pages, along with periodic foxing and wear. Please see photographs and ask any questions prior to purchasing. A scarce piece on slavery produced during the Civil War. A scarce work by Irish economist John Elliott Cairnes (1823-1875), who served in roles at Queen s College, Galway and the University of Dublin.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Slave Power: Its Character, Career, and Probable Designs: Being an Attempt to Explain the Real Issues Involved in the American Contents
• Publisher: Carleton, New York
• Publication Date: 1862
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket
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