The NAVAL And MAIL STEAMERS Of The UNITED STATES.
New - York / London: Charles B. Norton, Irving House. Sampson Low, Son & Co., 1853. 1st Edition (Howes S-1094 [incorrectly noting 35 plates]). 216, 21, [3] pp. Testimonials & Press Notices at rear. Illustrated with Thirty-six Fine Engravings", including color frontis of the USS "Powhatan". Lithographs of 9 ships, with the remainder technical in nature, e.g., boilers, propellers, etc. Folio. 13-1/4" x 10-3/8". Period purple half-sheep binding with purple pebbled cloth boards. Rubs to joints & binding extremities. Hint of age-toning to paper, but little to no foxing. A solid VG copy. Item #50735
Stuart was the Engineer-in-Chief of the Navy and also published a volume on Naval Dry Docks. A comprehensive view of the state of the Navy just before the Civil War.
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