"Appletons' Illustrated Hand-Book of American Travel" by Thomas Addison Richards — 1880 history lovers Rhode Island by Bennett Wheeler

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"Appletons' Illustrated Hand-Book of American Travel" by Thomas Addison Richards — 1880 history lovers Rhode Island by Bennett WheelerFull title: Appletons' Illustrated Hand Book of American Travel. The Eastern and Middle States, and the British Provinces by Thomas Addison Richards. Published in New York by D. Appleton & Co. in 1880. 214pp. Includes 26 maps on 20 leaves. 61 in text woodcuts Considered at the first travel guidebook of national importance at the time. Richards placed an emphasis on mining towns, camps, and diggings as well as scenic views in California. In addition to