The Life of Captain Sir Richard F. Burton, Two-Volume, First Edition, circa 1893
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The Life of Captain Sir Richard F. Burton, Two-Volume, First Edition, circa 1893
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- Dimensions:Height: 1 in (2.54 cm)Width: 1 in (2.54 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
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- Date of Manufacture:1893
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- Seller Location:Colorado Springs, CO
- Reference Number:Seller: BK01921stDibs: LU90973151662
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