Travels in New-England and New-York
London: William Baynes and Son, 1823. 1st UK Edition. 8vo. Very Good. Item #19181
Widely regarded as Dwight's most important work, 'Travels' contains much material of value concerning social and economic New England and New York during the period 1796–1817.
Dwight was a Congregationalist minister, theologian, and author, as well as the eighth president of Yale College (1795–1817). The term "Cape Cod House" makes its first appearance in this work.
Four volumes complete. Re-backed with period style paper, with reproduction black-and-white paper title labels to spine. Square tight bindings. Clean interiors. Three folding maps. Tipped into the rear of Volume I is a previous auction record for the title along with one of the original spine labels. Mild to moderate rubbing and edge wear to bindings, with some staining as well. Each volume presents handsomely in a clear, archival mylar dust jacket.
Price: $225.00