J. Ross Browne Resources of the Pacific Slope

Heading:
Author: Browne, J. Ross
Title: Resources of the Pacific Slope: A Statistical and Descriptive Summary of the Mines and Minerals, Climate, Topography, Agriculture, Commerce, Manufactures, and Miscellaneous Productions, of the States and Territories West of the Rocky Mountains. With a Sketch of the Settlement and Exploration of Lower California
Place Published: New York
Publisher:D. Appleton and Company
Date Published: 1869
Description:

2 volumes in 1. 678; 200 pp. (8vo) 23.5x14 cm (9¼x5½"), original green pebbled cloth.

Important compendium on the resources of the west and Baja California. "Section 2 of this work contains much information on the whole [Baja California] peninsula" - Barrett. Much on mineral resources and mining. Includes a sketch of Lower California by Alexander S. Taylor. Cowan, p. 79. Barrett 373. Three bookplates of previous owners, Volkman, C.O. Miller, and Michael Sharpe, Sharpe's being gilt-stamped morocco.
Condition Report: Rubbing at ends of slightly faded spine, light edge and corner wear; front hinge cracked, a few dampstains, light ripple to some leaves; very good overall.