Nast's Illustrated Almanac (1871) is a historical book written and illustrated by Thomas Nast. The book is a collection of illustrations and articles that were published in Harper's Weekly, a popular magazine during the 19th century. The almanac contains information on astronomy, astrology, weather forecasts, and other useful data for the year 1871. The book is divided into twelve chapters, one for each month of the year. Each chapter includes a calendar with important dates, such as holidays and moon phases, accompanied by Nast's illustrations. The illustrations are a mix of political cartoons, humorous sketches, and sentimental scenes. In addition to the monthly calendars, the book also includes articles on various topics, such as the history of Thanksgiving, the benefits of exercise, and the dangers of smoking. The articles are written in a conversational style and are accompanied by Nast's illustrations. Overall, Nast's Illustrated Almanac (1871) is a fascinating glimpse into the cultural and political landscape of the United States during the 19th century. It is a valuable resource for historians, collectors, and anyone interested in the art and literature of the period.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.