1834 Portland Magazine Vol 1 No 1 First Issue Maine Literary Women’s History

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Original October 1, 1834 first issue of Portland Magazine, Volume I, Number 1. Early Maine literary publication featuring an opening address to the “Ladies of Maine,” discussing a woman editor’s undertaking and women’s place in literature. Includes “The Tradesman’s Daughter” and notices concerning the Portland Musical Academy and other contemporary subjects. Final numbered page is 32. Appears removed from a bound volume, with exposed binding remnants along the spine. Shows substantial foxing, age toning, staining, edge tears, and small paper losses. “Withdrawn” stamps on opening page. Text shown remains readable. See photos for condition and details.

• Year: 1834
• Condition: Good

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