Union Memorial 1861 American Civil War rare songs anecdotes jokes book
Brian DiMambro- Antiquarian Books, Maps & Prints(Old Books, 19th Century Books, Americana, Civil War, Union Book).
The Union Memorial: Containing Choice Anecdotes, Patriotic Songs, and "Burning Words" Struck from True American Hearts.
Published 1861, Boston by Abel Tompkins.
72 pages. Text in English. Wood engraved title page. of Liberty holding a flag.
Rare Civil War related item.
Recent cloth binding, gilt title lettering on brown leather label. Likely issued as a paper covered pamphlet.
Includes writing by Longfellow and O.W. Holmes.
Item is physically old and shows some signs of handling and time. Item is not new or in "new" condition.
Binding age worn, yet still remains overall attractive as an object. With two very nice early engraved private book plates at front.
Text block paper is toned, some old damp staining to some pages, blanks gone.
Still attractive on the shelf. Item displays a pleasing and unique age patina and is in nice antiquarian condition, any age flaws easy to overlook or forgive.
Please review photos for more detail and our best attempt to convey how this antique item survives.
Book Measures c. 7 3/4" H x 5" W.
[B2051].