(Philadelphia: Aitkin & Son, 1789), first edition, octavo, two volumes, calf boards with gilt red morocco title plates.

By descent from the library of the late John Earle Jones, Greenville, SC

Trained as a physician, Ramsay is best remembered for his prolific writings on early America. His thorough narrative of the American Revolution is backed by his own experiences during the struggle. Ramsay served in the South Carolina legislature, was imprisoned by the British, and was a postwar member of the Continental Congress.

Some chipping to the boards; overall external wear; internally clean with only scattered evidence of foxing. Overall good condition.

$400 - 600