JOHNSTON, CHARLES Narrative of the Incidents 1827 JOHNSTON, CHARLES. A Narrative of the Incidents Attending the Capture, Detention, and Ransom of Charles Johnston, of Botetourt, Virginia, who was made Prisoner by the Indians, on the River Ohio, in the Year 1790 .... New York, 1827. 264 p. Untrimmed in the original linen-backed boards, paper spine label. Some spotting, spine and label a bit chipped, rear flyleaf wanting, else a very respectable copy. First edition. Johnston and three survivors of an Indian attack on the Ohio River were taken to Lake Erie where an Indian trader secured their release. Ayer 165; Streeter Sale 1366; Howes J158; Field 784. Price: USD 300.00 other currencies   order no. 407    inquire

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