The wanderer in America, or truth at home; comprising a statement of observations and facts relative to the United States & Canada. the result of an extensive personal tour.

WILSON, CHARLES HENRY

Published by printed for the author by Henry Masterman, Thirsk [England], 1822

About this Item

Third edition, 8vo, pp. 120; original printed drab paper-covered boards, rebacked in gray paper to match, extremities moderately worn with corners revealed, covers stained and scuffed, the whole inexpertly trimmed at lower edge; a good, sturdy copy nevertheless. First published in 1820, The Wanderer contains "acrid commentary. Claims that [Morris] Birkbeck discovered his folly in purchasing Illinois land and issued his books with the hope of unloading his losses on gullible lunatics" (Howes W517). Sabin 104611; Tremaine 1211; not in Buck or Graff.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The wanderer in America, or truth at home; comprising a statement of observations and facts relative to the United States & Canada. the result of an extensive personal tour.
• Publisher: printed for the author by Henry Masterman, Thirsk [England]
• Publication Date: 1822
• Seller catalogs:
  • Travel
  • Americana