1876 1ed Centennial Exposition American History

1876 1ed Centennial Exposition American History Inventions Tobacco Illustrated

In honor of the centennial celebration of the United States, hundreds of authors and publishers produced books that highlighted various aspects of America. The Centennial Exposition boasted industrial exhibits from 37 nations displayed in 250 pavilions. It was the first official World's Fair in the United States and gave the nation an important opportunity to display its progress to the world.

J.S. Ingram’s account of the Exposition describes the ceremonies, parks and buildings, exhibits, inventions, displays, and much more. Notable displays included: local and international tobacco, pottery, sewing machines, and relics from Arctic voyages.

This 1876 edition includes 182 impressive illustrations throughout.

Item number: #15412

Price: $399

INGRAM, J.S.

The Centennial Exposition described and illustrated: being a concise and graphic description of this grand enterprise, commemorative of the first centennary of American independence ...

Philadelphia: Hubbard, ©1876. First edition.

Details:

Collation: Complete with all pages

770

182 illustrations

Folding map + woodcuts

Provenance: Bookplate – Mary E. Briggs

Language: English

Binding: Leather; tight and secure

Visible repair at front inner hinge

Size: ~9in X 6.25in (22.5cm x 16cm)

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Condition Report: Excellent