Original 1840 fifth edition of The Geography of the Heavens, and Class Book of Astronomy by Elijah H. Burritt, with an introduction by Thomas Dick.

Published by F. J. Huntington and Co., New York. An early American astronomy textbook exploring constellations, planets, celestial phenomena, and astronomical calculations, with reference tables at the rear.

Leather spine with printed paper-covered boards and publisher’s advertising on the back cover.

Complete text volume with no missing pages. The separate companion celestial atlas is not included.

Condition: Poor, with extensive binding wear and deterioration. Spine leather is cracked and chipped; the front outer joint is extensively split, exposing threads and binding material. Covers have heavy rubbing, soiling, paper losses, and worn corners. Pages show foxing, toning, dampstaining, and handling wear. Fragile and suitable for careful preservation or restoration. Please review photographs.

A surviving example of nineteenth-century American science education.

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