The Illustrated Waverley Magazine Moses A. Dow Vol 22-24 1861-1862 Civil War Era

  

This original collection of The Illustrated Waverley Magazine and Literary Repository, edited and published by Moses A. Dow, encompasses volumes 22, 23, and 24, covering issues from 1861 to 1862. Featuring a rich array of original tales, poetry, music, and miscellaneous reading, this historic magazine offers readers a unique glimpse into 19th-century literary culture. The volumes include numerous serialized stories, articles, and musical arrangements such as "The Young Soldier" by J. Turner, and various chapters from notable works like "Jasper Lisle: A Tale of Kafirland" by Mrs.

Bound in a quarter-leather binding with gilt stamping on the spine and cloth covers, this set measures approximately 14 inches tall, making it a sizable and impressive piece for collectors. The magazine issues retain their original layouts with intricate woodcut illustrations and decorative mastheads, showcasing the artistic style of the era. Each issue is printed in English and was published in Boston, Massachusetts. This set is highly collectible for enthusiasts of antiquarian magazines, Civil War-era Americana, and vintage literary periodicals, offering both historical and cultural significance.