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JONES, Charles Colcock (1804-1863). A Catechism, of Scripture Doctrine and Practice, for Families and Sabbath Schools Designed also for the Oral Instruction of Colored Persons. Charleston: D.W. Harrison, 1845.
12mo. (Spotting throughout, some penciled notations on endleaves). Original cloth-backed printed boards (ends gently worn, old library call number and label on spine).
Sixth edition, first published in 1837. A scarce catechism, intended for the use of both white congregations and people of color. Jones was an American Presbyterian, clergyman, slave owner and a missionary to slaves. RARE: we could only locate one copy at auction (third edition published the same year as this edition).