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A rare copy of The History of the Sea, Frank B. Goodrich, 1877

A rare copy of The History of the Sea, Frank B. Goodrich, 1877

Regular price $2,060.00 NZD
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This is a stunning, full leather, embossed and gilted treasure. Published by J.W Lyon & Co 1877. 

"Hazards and Perils of Early Navigators, Cruelties and Experiences of Noted Buccaneers, Conquests and Prizes of the great Pirates, Discoveries and Achievements of the great Captains...."

From the Ark to the present time. To which is added an account of adventures beneath the sea by Edward Howland. 

785 stunning pages, over '250 spirited illustrations'.

VG+ condition for its considerable age. Covers original and tidy. Binding repairs inside. Minor stains and foxing and some pencil marks to frontis sheets but a stunning copy and a fine addition to any rare book collection.   

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