1885 Poetical History of Louisiana – M.F. Bigney – New Orleans World’s Fair Booklet RARE

Original 1885 first edition of Poetical History of Louisiana, to which is attached Columbia: A Centennial Poem, by M. F. Bigney. Printed by E. A. Brandao & Co., 34 Magazine Street, New Orleans, and dedicated to visitors of the World’s Industrial and Cotton Centennial Exposition (1884-85). An uncommon Louisiana literary imprint blending state history and patriotic verse.
Gray paper wraps, 26 pp (approx.). Some edge chips and toning consistent with age; binding intact.