This author is largely responsible for creating and maintaining interest in New Jersey folklore and history by virtue of the series of books he wrote. This book, the Jersey Midlands, was originally published in 1939 under the title Fare to Midlands, recording Henry Beck's journeys to the old landmarks of central New Jersey. This reissue brings these histories and legends of New Jersey to life. Sadly, some of the villages he discusses have succumbed to freeways and change, although some gems remain to delight. This book is ...
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This author is largely responsible for creating and maintaining interest in New Jersey folklore and history by virtue of the series of books he wrote. This book, the Jersey Midlands, was originally published in 1939 under the title Fare to Midlands, recording Henry Beck's journeys to the old landmarks of central New Jersey. This reissue brings these histories and legends of New Jersey to life. Sadly, some of the villages he discusses have succumbed to freeways and change, although some gems remain to delight. This book is copiously illustrated with pictures of people and old houses.
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Near Fine in Very Good jacket. Reprint, 1962, hardcover with blue cloth boards in dust jacket, octavo, 460pp., illustrated in b&w. Book near fine with touch of wear to spine ends and corners, binding tight, text clean bright and unmarked. DJ VG with edgewear that includes a couple small tears, rubbing and toning, price written on front flap.
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Fair. Used book-May contain writing notes highlighting bends or folds. Text is readable book is clean and pages and cover mostly intact. May show normal wear and tear. Item may be missing CD. May include library marks. Fast Shipping.
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Very Good in Very Good jacket. Review Copy. 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall. (1962) 460 pp. Original blue cloth covers, spine ends slightly bumped. Light foxing to endpapers. Review slip laid-in. DJ lightly soiled w/ mild edge wear. Illust. w/ b/w photos. Contents nice.