Item #2014-U1021 Early Printing in California. Herbert Fahey.
Early Printing in California
Early Printing in California
Early Printing in California

Early Printing in California

The Book Club of California, 1956. Hardcover. From the Prospectus: "Early Printing in California encompasses the whole field of typography in the State from 1833-1850. Not only has Mr. Rahey explored thoroughly the output of the Zamorano Press--the first in California--but also the products of other presses, including those of the early newspapers." 13.75" x 9.5". Green cloth boards with half black cloth spine, red paper with gilt title to spine, rough-cut pages. Limited to 400 copies. Signed by Herbert Fahey in blue ink at the end of preface, page ix. Frontispiece, full-title, copyright, contents, list of plates, vii-ix preface, half-title, 3-[142]. Condition: Light wear to green cloth corners. Wear and discoloration to top of black cloth spine. Red paper title has some blemishes but gilt is bright and intact. Text is clean and unmarked. Includes Prospectus which is a bit stained on the inside. Very Good / No Jacket. Item #2014-U1021

Price: $120.00

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