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The Geology of Centre County
by E.V. d'Invilliers
- Used
- very good
- Hardcover
- first
- Condition
- Very Good
- Seller
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Davis, California, United States
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About This Item
This is NOT a facsimile or reprint edition. Nor ex libris.
ORIGINAL 1884 FIRST EDITION, 464pp. Second Geological Survey of Pennsylvania (T4). The Geology of Centre County by E.V. d'Invilliers, incl. Appendices A and B, and "with a colored geological map of the county; and page plates of local sketch maps, cross sections, columnar sections, etc." Harrisburg: Published by the Board of Commissioners for the Second Geological Survey, 1884. First systematic survey, assessment, and geological mapping of Centre County, PA.
According to our research, this is the ONLY COPY of this volume available for sale worldwide.
In outstanding Very Good condition overall; some wear and fading to cover and spine, but interior is bright and clear; binding tight like new. Fold-out color geological map is crisp and clean, included in rear pouch. Pouch has small tear, and map has small, sparse notations in pencil (looks like someone was updating 19th century formation names to 20th century names).
Truly irreplaceable gift for your geologist (Penn State prof, alum, or PA consulting geologist?) and investment-worthy.
Preface: Letter of transmittal: E.V. D'invilliers to State Geologist, Prof. J.P. Lesley
Chap. 1: Geographical description of Centre County ...
Chap. 2: Topographical description of Centre County ...
Chap. 3: Towns, streams, railroads, and levels above tide water
Chap. 4: Geological structure ...Chap. 5: The coal measures of the northwestern part ......
Chap. 13: The iron industries of Centre County
Chap. 11: A description of the geology of each township in order
Appendix A: Extracts from a report to Lyon ...Appendix B: Observations on the geological formations of Centre County, by A.L. Ewing ...
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Who are we: This is among the first listings for "Nana's Top Shelf," a collection of first editions and other fine volumes collected over a lifetime from estate sales and booksellers across the East Coast and Europe. The collection specializes in late 19th and early 20th century illustrated children's books, fairy tales and folklore.
ORIGINAL 1884 FIRST EDITION, 464pp. Second Geological Survey of Pennsylvania (T4). The Geology of Centre County by E.V. d'Invilliers, incl. Appendices A and B, and "with a colored geological map of the county; and page plates of local sketch maps, cross sections, columnar sections, etc." Harrisburg: Published by the Board of Commissioners for the Second Geological Survey, 1884. First systematic survey, assessment, and geological mapping of Centre County, PA.
According to our research, this is the ONLY COPY of this volume available for sale worldwide.
In outstanding Very Good condition overall; some wear and fading to cover and spine, but interior is bright and clear; binding tight like new. Fold-out color geological map is crisp and clean, included in rear pouch. Pouch has small tear, and map has small, sparse notations in pencil (looks like someone was updating 19th century formation names to 20th century names).
Truly irreplaceable gift for your geologist (Penn State prof, alum, or PA consulting geologist?) and investment-worthy.
Preface: Letter of transmittal: E.V. D'invilliers to State Geologist, Prof. J.P. Lesley
Chap. 1: Geographical description of Centre County ...
Chap. 2: Topographical description of Centre County ...
Chap. 3: Towns, streams, railroads, and levels above tide water
Chap. 4: Geological structure ...Chap. 5: The coal measures of the northwestern part ......
Chap. 13: The iron industries of Centre County
Chap. 11: A description of the geology of each township in order
Appendix A: Extracts from a report to Lyon ...Appendix B: Observations on the geological formations of Centre County, by A.L. Ewing ...
We will ship USPS Priority Mail with added insurance. For international shipping, please contact us for a quote. If you have any questions about this or any of our books, feel free to contact us and/or request additional photos.
Who are we: This is among the first listings for "Nana's Top Shelf," a collection of first editions and other fine volumes collected over a lifetime from estate sales and booksellers across the East Coast and Europe. The collection specializes in late 19th and early 20th century illustrated children's books, fairy tales and folklore.
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- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 187
- Title
- The Geology of Centre County
- Author
- E.V. d'Invilliers
- Book Condition
- Used - Very Good
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Publisher
- Pennsylvania Board of Commissioners
- Date Published
- 1884
- Weight
- 0.00 lbs
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About Nana's Top Shelf: Rare and Collector Books
We are downsizing a lifelong collection of rare books, with a concentration on fine illustrated children's books. These books were acquired personally across the U.S. and in Britain during 45 years of collecting.
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