A rugged piece of American frontier history.
This vintage edition of Life of Kit Carson: The Great Western Hunter and Guide by Charles Burdett tells the gripping story of one of the West's most legendary explorers. Published by Porter & Coates of Philadelphia and copyrighted in 1889 by John E. Potter & Co., this antique hardcover features 382 pages of bold exploits and first-hand accounts—ideal for collectors of Western lore or 19th-century Americana.
Quick Specs
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Title: Life of Kit Carson: The Great Western Hunter and Guide
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Author: Charles Burdett
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Publisher: Porter & Coates
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Copyright: 1889, by John E. Potter & Co.
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Language: English
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Format: Hardcover
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Pages: 382
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Size: Approx. 7.5 x 5 x 1.5 inches
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Illustrations: Engraved frontispiece + interior illustrations
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Binding: Red cloth boards with black stamped ornamental design
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Genre: Frontier Biography / 19th-Century Americana
Condition
This book is in good antique condition with expected age-related wear. The red cloth cover shows edge and corner wear, and the spine has softened. The front endpaper has previous owner markings ("Verna" and "Mangold"). Binding is sound, and pages are intact with scattered spotting and toning. The original tissue guard over the frontispiece is partially creased and worn. Please review photos closely—this copy wears its age with authenticity.
Why You’ll Love It
This is more than a book—it’s a firsthand snapshot of America's frontier spirit. Kit Carson’s story, told in vivid 19th-century language and woodcut illustrations, brings the wild landscapes and dangerous encounters of the West to life. A wonderful addition to any Western Americana collection or vintage bookshelf.
Add this historical biography to your collection—before it rides off into the sunset.
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