Meehan, Thomas F.; Reynolds, James A.; et al. Historical Records and Studies (49 vols plus Index). New York: The United States Catholic Historical Society, 1900-1969. 1st Edition. [9484]
49 books of 50 volumes, plus Index volume. Lacks volume one; we think a few volumes were bound as two books, an unknown number of which are missing. Ex library set with standard library additions, signs of general use. Each volume measures about 9 x 6 inches, with the first several & Index volume slightly taller. Page numbers vary greatly between volumes. Apart from library stamps the volumes we examined had clean pages. All volumes are tight. Good. Hardcover.
A very heavy set that will require several boxes for shipping. We have listed this set here on our website at a much lower price than we put on it for ABE ($300 vs. $450). This should help to more than offset the cost of shipping.
This scholarly historical publication was in print from 1899 to 1964, with the Index volume appearing several years later. It is full of studies of the history of the Catholic people, explorations, missions and churches in what is now the United States.
There are 49 text volumes plus the Index volume. Some years were issued in two parts, and although the run is "50 volumes," there were probably 52-54 books that would make the 50 volumes. There are 49 books plus the Index.
A wholesale lot and a real bargain for the Catholic or Americana researcher, as many individual books sell for $30 or more.