Wilkes, Charles Life in Oregon Country Before the Emigration Ashland The Oregon Book Society 1974, 2 volumes. One of 650 numbered sets. Designed by Lewis Osborne; volume II was printed by Osborne. Small quarto. Title vignette, text illustrations, 1 portrait, 8 full-page illustrations. This set is lacking the map of the Oregon Territory that should be laid in. Tan cloth lettered in gilt. A fine set. Description of Oregon by Wilkes, who led the American expedition around the world aboard the "Vicennes" in 1838. Taken from the 4th volume of the Expedition's 5 volume "Narrative," first published in 1844. Winner of the Western Book Award. Price: USD 100.00 other currencies   order no. 1774    inquire

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