Lot 740
Crockett, David. Life of David Crockett, the Original Humorist and Irrepressible Backwoodsman…. Philadelphia: Porter & Coates, 1865, 405 pages, 5 x 7½". Illustrated. Hard bound with green gold stamped covers, wear to spine, inscription from original owner on front free endpaper, light stains to first pages and on pages 94-95. In very good condition overall.
Davy Crockett (1786-1836) was an American frontiersman. In his own words, Crockett adds colorful detail to the events of his life, writing thirty-five chapters of his autobiography covering his early childhood through the battle of the Alamo. The final chapter regarding Crockett's death was later added, as completed by an editor.
Estimated Value $200 - 300.
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