first edition
1847 · New York
by Hall, Edwin
New York: James Mallory & Co., 1847. First Edition. An ex-library copy in near fine condition rebound in a bright orange, cloth library binding with gilt text on the spine and a call number label at the base of the spine. A 12mo measuring 7 1/4 by 4 1/4 inches with a library book plate on the front paste down and penciled call numbers on the first page of text. 320 pages followed by a fold-out plate of the Norwalk Hotel which is followed by a fold-out plate showing the Children's Retreat, and the third and final plate of the English & Classical School and an index at the front of the text. The text is further illustrated with a fold-out map and four fold-out bird's eye engraved plates showing views of South Norwalk, Norwalk from the Rocks, view from Grumman's Hill, and Norwalk Harbor. Missing from this is the view of Prospect Hill. The volume contains extensive genealogical records. An exceptionally clean and neat copy. (Inventory #: TB28870)