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The Life and Adventures of Kit Carson by Dewitt C. Peters, First Edition, 1859
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- Dimensions:Height: 9.38 in (23.83 cm)Width: 6.75 in (17.15 cm)Depth: 2.25 in (5.72 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1859
- Condition:Additions or alterations made to the original: Rebound by previous owner, in 1/4 dark brown leather spine over brown pebbled paper boards, with a front square leather inlay with horse and cowboy stamped in gilt and spine with gilt titles. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
- Seller Location:Colorado Springs, CO
- Reference Number:Seller: BK11641stDibs: LU909742910502
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