A New and Complete System of Arithmetic. Composed for the Use of the Citizens of the United States. By Nicolas Pike and printed in Worcester, Massachusetts by Isaiah Thomas. 1797, 516 pp, 8” x 5.25”, 8vo, full leather hardcover.
In fair condition, with rubbing and wear to boards. Loss to part of title label, along with top left corner of spine. Cracking to hinges, primarily at front. Old-hand inscription from 1798 on front end page. Text block remains bound well with wear, including p. 101 being torn. Staining to pages, primarily towards front and rear. Includes small sketches, primarily towards rear. General age-related toning to pages, along with periodic foxing and wear. Please see photographs and ask any questions prior to purchasing.
A scarce 2nd edition of a mathematical piece designed for learning in the young United States. A rare early imprint from Worcester, Massachusetts.
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