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Zustand: New. In English.

Zustand: New. In English.

Zustand: New. In English.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Life Gleanings' offers a fascinating glimpse into the social life and customs of 19th-century Richmond, Virginia. Penned by T. J. Macon, this historical work provides invaluable insights into the African American community and its place within the broader Southern history of the era. Explore the nuances of urban life as Macon meticulously chronicles the people, places, and events that shaped Richmond's unique character. 'Life Gleanings' is more than just a historical record; it's a testament to the enduring spirit and resilience of a community navigating a pivotal period in American history. This carefully prepared print edition preserves the authenticity and importance of Macon's original observations, offering readers a direct connection to the past. A vital resource for anyone interested in biography, autobiography, and the social fabric of the South.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

First edition. 8vo. 101 pp. A Hanover County, Virginia, native, Macon relates anecdotes of life and politics in Richmond and the surrounding countryside before and after the war, with occasional references to the personnel and activities of the Richmond Howitzers, the unit he served in during the war. Cover title: "Life's Gleanings." Dornbusch II, 1123. Very good. Original gilt-stamped cloth (a little frayed at head of spine). (10034).…

First Edition. 8vo. 126pp. Gilt stamped grey cloth, with small pictorial illustration laid down on front board. Top page edges gilt; light edgewear; some toning to endpapers, else very good. First edition.

Hard Cover. Zustand: Good binding. First Edition. Signed. Octavo; in the publisher's gray cloth binding with mounted illustration of the statue (now gone) of a Richmond Howitzer; 126 pages; some wear to the boards; corners a bit bumped; some scattered stains; toning to the title page and endpapers.~~Inscribed on the front end paper "With compliments of the author T. J. Macon April 12th 1912" ~~Dornbusch states "Unit roster: 1st company, 119-24; Original howitzer company on duty at Charlestown, Virginia, during the John Brown insurrection, 125-6. "Address of Mr.Leigh Robinson, at the unveiling of the Richmond howitzer monument, Richmond, Va., December 13th, 1892,"" (Dornbusch II, 1124 Haynes 11131). Good binding.…