Leland, Joy

Frederick West Lander: A Biographical Sketch (1822-1862)

[Reno, NV]: Desert Research Institute, 1993. First Edition. 278pp. Quarto [27.5 cm] White illustrated boards. About very good. Name in ink on the front free endsheet. 'Discard' in ink on the top edge. Item #5448

Frederick West Lander was in many ways the epitome of a nineteenth century American hero. A handsome, vigorous, intelligent, ambitious, and fearless young men, he abandoned the quiet security of life with his wealthy, prestigious New England family for his discomforts, dangers, loneliness, and meager financial rewards of a short but noteworthy career of public service which involved him in the great adventures of his time. Rare hardcover edition.

Price: $40.00