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Chicago and Its Makers 1929 Gilbert and Bryson

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Gilbert, Paul and Charles Lee Bryson, Chicago and Its Makers: A Narrative of Events?, 1929, first edition, Mendelsohn, hardcover, thick 4to., 12.25 x 9.75 inches, original red cloth, 1085 pp., illustrated throughout.

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Very good condition, light fading to the spine, sound binding. Merchandise will be packed and transported by the purchaser at their own risk and expense. A list of recommended shippers is on our website: https://www.conceptgallery.com/auctions/shipping/ .

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