Description
A History of Kentucky by William B. Allen, published in 1872. Octavo, xiv, 449pp. Brown hardcover, title in gilt on spine, embossed boarder on front panel. Brown end papers, previous ownership stamp on front free end paper. Intermittent foxing throughout, not affecting text. Overall a very good copy. (Howes A-167) (Coleman, 3226)
Comments: An important early historical account of the history of the Kentucky Territory, with large portions devoted to the biographies of prominent citizens.
