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1797 John Walker " Elements of Geography and of Natural and Civil History"

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1797 John Walker " Elements of Geography and of Natural and Civil History"

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Description

3rd edition Containing 10 parts

Condition

Good condition for age, wear to corners, no maps but has illustrations

Dimensions

8.5 x 5.5 x 1.5 in

Weight

1.75 lb

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