Description
The Civil and Political History of the State of Tennessee, from its Earliest Settlement up to the Year 1796; Including the Boundaries of the State . By John Haywood Published: Printed for the author by Heiskell and Brown, Knoxville, TN, 1823 . FIRST EDITION. (6), 504 pp. Bound in full leather. Half-title; copyright slip inserted ahead of the preface. Title page and preface page are expert facsimiles, bound in. Some age toning to the text, with some sections greater affected than others. Haywood (1762-1826), early Tennessee's pre-eminent legal scholar and historian, was a native of North Carolina, compiling several volumes of judicial reports and other legal writings there, before moving to Tennessee in 1807; "[Civil and Political History and Natural and Aboriginal History] have always been deemed high authority. Haywood was the pioneer in this field in the Southwest" (DAB). Howes H-358 ("b"). Sabin 31084 (incorrectly calling for a map): "This work, only less rare than [Haywood's Natural and Aboriginal History], contains a large portion of material relating to the border warfare with the Indians, narrated in that work. The speculative and antiquarian portions and descriptions of mounds are omitted, but the story of Indian conflicts and massacres is narrated with greater detail and minuteness, filling much the larger portion of the work. The story of the formation of the State of Franklin, and the civil war which ensued, is a chapter of American history but little known, and scarcely exceeded in interest by any other." American Imprints 12799. Streeter sale 1658. Siebert sale 372. Allen Tennessee Imprints 561. Allen Some Tennessee Rarities 25: "One of the earliest and most significant historical works on Tennessee." Horn Twenty Tennessee Books 5: "[Haywood] was writing only a few year after the actual occurrence of the events discussed and still had the advantages to be derived from personal contacts with actual participants." McMurtrie Early Printing in Tennessee 205. Not Ex-Lib. I've done my best to describe the book, but if you have additional questions, please don't hesitate to send me an e-mail.
류재욱009
My order arrived quickly and it was packaged very well. The item I ordered was described perfectly and it even exceeded my expectations. The retail and shipping costs were both a great value. The Seller communicated with me throughout the entire sales process. I will order from this Seller again and I highly encourage others to do the same. This was a great retail experience!!!
Alexis Bieda
Very rare item published in my home city in 1874. So pleased that this was offered for auction. The book is in better condition that would be expected for something 151 years of age. Well packaged for shipping which arrived seamlessly. Better than described. Value is priceless. Transaction was flawless. Recommended A+++
anty9ca57644
Split hinges unmentioned (reparable with skill and some rice paper), but still a handsome and serviceable copy, largely as described. Arrived well-packed in a heavy box and a waterproof plastic sleeve! Promptly shipped, a good value for money spent! Thanks!