PORTSMOUTH PLAZA. THE CRADLE OF SAN FRANCISCO
San Francisco: Author Self Published, 1932. First Edition. Vellum Backed Marbled Boards. (xiv) 464 pages. Slipcase. Presentation copy: On the front pastedown in ink (non-cursive): "Beverly C. Wright / Presented to her by John Henry Nash on the occasion of graduation from high school, Martinez, 1936". Edition limited to 1000 un-numbered copies. Quarto. Vellum Backed Marbled Boards. Bibliographies. List of 1856 Vigilance Committee members. Index. Frontispiece, head-bands, title page and other illustrations by William Wilke. A sumptuous production printed by John Henry Nash. Per Nash: "This book is a treasure-house of material for students of San Francisco history. Portsmouth Plaza was the hub of San Franisco for many years, and little of importance happened in the early days that was not staged in or around this historic spot." Howes P-311. Rocq 10960. A Very Good or better copy (Spine soiled; titling rubbed; some edgewear) in a well used Good slipcase, which did its job protecting the book. Should be in every San Francisco collection. ALWAYS FREE SHIPPING of our books in boxes, via media mail, to any United States address. Very Good / Slipcase. Item #2492
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