Description:

Published by Printing House of A.L. Bancroft and Company, San Francisco, 1871. It contains 537pp. plus four lithographic plates and folding map in rear pocket A scarce early work of California local history, notable for its treatment of the Spanish and Mexican periods of California history, with much on the land title controversies, Indians of the region, industrial progress, newspapers, schools, criminal behavior, the Vigilance Committees, and the like. "A thoroughly comprehensive history, with none of the objectionable features so common to many town and county histories that appeared later. The writer, a man of ability, was some time in the diplomatic service of Maximilian of Mexico" - Cowan (first edition). The large folding map was done by U.S. Surveyor General George H. Thompson and depicts the Pueblo lands in and around San Jose. Please ask specific questions on details, condition, and shipping prior to bidding, ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS IS, and the bidder will be responsible for payment. We box and ship what we can to keep costs low, and use USPS and UPS. Large items, extremely fragile, and high value items will be packed by UPS. Quotes available on request

  • Dimensions: 6.25" x 9.25"
  • Condition: Good Condition with no missing pages. The cover has some staining. The map is detached and there is a slight musty odor

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September 23, 2024 5:00 PM EDT
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