Canada

1833 · 9900014284 — New York City: J. & J. Harper 1833. First edition. Hardcover. pp. viii 24712mo. Rebound in auburn cloth about 50 years ago there are several small water stains on the front board some sl. edge wear and corner rubbing and a small water stain to the top right corner not affecting text of pp. 33 to 95 and again in the final pages. The publishers have appended an eight-page listing of their books following the text. Overall in generally good or good plus condition. Observations by Fidler presented 'in the form of conversations on the several points of his inquiries with known or named individuals whose nativity to the Transatlantic soil or long residence in the country may entitle their statements to respect.' Book I contains conversations on topics relevant to emigration to the United States. Book II contains conversations on Canada. Howes F.110 see Watters p. 614 and Waterston p. 56 - 'anecdotal witty this sharply focused book belies its ponderous title'. Not in Peel or Lande. J. & J. Harper hardcover