Cornerstones of Confederate Collecting-1952 First Edition
The "Cornerstones of Confederate Collecting" is a rare and valuable first edition book published in 1952 by the University of Virginia. Written by Richard Barksdale Harwell, this softcover book focuses on the Civil War (1861-65) and is a must-have for collectors interested in Confederate history. With its original English language text and special attributes, this book offers a unique insight into the intricate web of Civil War memorabilia and artifacts. Charlottesville, VA: Bibliographical Society of University of Virginia, 1952. Significant reference work by one of the most important Civil War bibliographers of the 20th century. Reprinted regularly, this is the first issue, crude though it is, printing on the recto of each leaf and stapled into stiff wrappers.