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EVANS, Oliver (1755-1819). The Young Mill-Wright's & Miller’s Guide. Octoraro, PA: Francis Bailey, 1807.

Second edition of "the first American book on mills and milling machines and a landmark of early American technology" (Federal Hundred). This edition comes from the press of Francis Bailey, who learned the art of printing at the Ephrata Cloister with Peter Miller. Sabin 23182; Shaw and Shoemaker 12525; see also Federal Hundred 50 (first edition).

Octavo (208 x 129mm). 26 engraved plates, 2 of which folding (dampstained, one folding plate with tear at fold). Contemporary sheep (joints starting, front joint quite tender, worn). Custom chemise and slipcase.
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