Author: Clarke, Abraham L.
Title: A Discourse, Occasioned by the Death of General George Washington, at Mount Vernon, Dec. 14, 1799
Description: Providence, John Carter, Printer, 1800. First Edition. Pamphlet. Pamphlet, lacking any wraps that may have been issued. Disbound from a larger work. First edition. 26 pp. A speech reflecting on the life and legacy of George Washington, containing several lengthy quotes from Washington regarding his role as general of the American Army, as well as president. With several passages of historical detail on the American Revolution, including brief mention of Yorktown and Valley Forge. A footnote also contains a short genealogy of the Washington family. This speech was given to the freemason members of the Mount-Vernon Lodge, as well as to St. John's Church in Providence, Rhode Island, on February 22nd, 1800 (5800). GOOD condition. Mostly minor scattered foxing, minor staining and soiling. Remains of leather along the spine. Minor wrinkling. Light browning and some ghosting to the text. Evans 37189. Good .

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