Essex Institute Salem MA 1894 Publications catalogue small publisher's catalog

(Old Books, 19th Century Books, Publisher's Catalog).

A Partial Catalogue of the Publications of the Essex Institute: History, Genealogy, Archaeology, Geology, Botany, Zoology, Sociology, Etc. 
Published 1894, Salem, Massachusetts at the Salem Press.
28 pages. Text in English.

Publisher's lettered and stapled (saddle stitched) paper wrappers catalogue.

Likely a scarce early publication from this still functioning Salem, Mass. institution.

Booklet is physically old and shows some signs of handling and time. Item is not new or in "new" condition.

Paper covers gently age worn, slight rubbing, remains overall clean and attractive as an object.

Text block paper is gently toned, minor signs of handling, internally still well preserved, tight, sound.

Still attractive on the shelf. The fragile pamphlet 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.

Covers measures c. 7" H x 5" W.

[B2854].