charles k backus (8 Ergebnisse)

Zustand: New. In.

Zustand: New. In.

Zustand: New. KlappentextrnrnThis scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have.

Hardcover. Zustand: Near Fine. Limited Edition. Foreword, Notes, Bibliography by Paul Bailey. Octavo, red cloth covers with gilt spine title and blindstamped design of a covered wagon on the top cover. One of 350 copies of which 300 copies were for sale. 43 pages. Frontispiece portrait of James Jesse Strang. Includes bibliography. Originally from Harper's Monthly Magazine, March 1882. Part of the Great West and Indian Series III. Laid in is a sheet, printed both sides, from the publisher advertising this book. No dust jacket, if issued. Small spot on rear cover, else fine. "Strang had joined the Mormon Church five months before Joseph Smith, the Mormon prophet, was murdered at Carthage jail, Illinois. With the tragic death of Joseph Smith, Strang attemped to move himself in as Smith's successor. In this he failed to reckon with Brigham Young, who summarily excommunicated him, and branded him fraud and imposter. But this did not stop Strang. While Brigham Young led the church out of Illinois persecution to Utah, Strang led every other Mormon who would listen to him, to his own 'promised land' at Voree, Wisconsin." --from the Foreword. Mormons, Religion, The King of Beaver Island, Wisconsin. Studio.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This book provides readers with an in-depth look at the issue of currency contraction during the late 19th century. The author argues that the contraction of currency had a negative impact on the economy and that policies should be implemented to prevent such a contraction from happening again. Drawing on economic theory and historical data, this text is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of finance and economic policy.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This book provides readers with an in-depth look at the issue of currency contraction during the late 19th century. The author argues that the contraction of currency had a negative impact on the economy and that policies should be implemented to prevent such a contraction from happening again. Drawing on economic theory and historical data, this text is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of finance and economic policy.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Hardcover, 43 pages. Cover is red board with the image of a covered wagon being pulled by an ox on it. Very good condition, no damage to pages or cover. Binding is square and tight. Nameplate of previous owner on the inside of the front cover.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Ads, 7 x 4.5", printed string-tied wraps, 96pp, covers soiled, missing pieces and chipped at edges, pp used and finger soiled, pencil numbers. Great ads for Detroit Safe Company, M.S. Smith & Co. Jewelers, Farrand, Sheley & Co. Druggists, Lansing Mineral and Magnetic Well, Newcomb Edicott, etc.