History of the Pioneer Settlement of Phelps and Gorham’s Purchase, and Morris’ Reserve; embracing the Counties of Monroe, Ontario, Livingston, Yates, Steuben, most of Wayne and Allegany and parts of Orleans, Genesee and Wyoming. To which is added, a Supplement, or Extension of the Pioneer History of Monroe County by Orasmus Turner

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Turner, Orasmus. History of the Pioneer Settlement of Phelps and Gorham’s Purchase, and Morris’ Reserve; Embracing the Counties of Monroe, Ontario, Livingston, Yates, Steuben, Most of Wayne and Allegany, and Parts of Orleans, Genesee, and Wyoming. To Which is Added, a Supplement, or Extension of the Pioneer History of Monroe County. ** Rochester: William Alling, 1851. Stereotyped by J.W. Brown. Printed by Lee, Mann & Co. 8vo, 624 pp.

Rebound in half vellum over scarlet cloth boards, with gilt spine lettering and decoration, and gilt edges. Scarlet cloth endpapers. Fine, clean text block with minimal toning. Binding is fresh and sturdy, creating an elegant presentation.

A detailed history of the early settlement of Western New York, covering the Phelps and Gorham Purchase and the Morris Reserve. An important regional history. Fine.

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Weight 40 oz