In Original Pictorial Boards: The Doans of Bucks County

(REVOLUTION). (CRIME). BROOKE, H.B. Annals of the Revolution: or, a History of the Doans. Philadelphia: John B. Perry. New York: Nafis & Cornish, [1848]. 1st ed. 16mo. [4]-84, 14, [12] pp. Extensively illustrated. Orig. pictorial boards, very bright. Slight wear. $750.00

Howes B 809. Sabin 8243. Joseph Doan (or Doane) and his seven sons were Loyalists of Bucks County who had their property confiscated and sold. They threw in their lot with the tories turned to predatory war against their neighbors, often acting as spies for the British army. A reward of 300 pounds was offered for each. One was shot, two were hanged, two were pardoned. This is a scarce account, unusual in such fine condition.