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BK19: Antiquarian Book Sale

COOK, Captain James - The Voyages of Captain James Cook Round the World; Comprehending A History of the South Sea Islands

Auction Lot BK19/387

COOK, Captain James - The Voyages of Captain James Cook Round the World; comprehending a history of the South Sea Islands 2 vols in one, frontispiece, vig. title, 28 engraved plates, half calf, stout 8vo, W Wright, 1840; with - 4 other books of exploration some odd vols. or incomplete.
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COOK, Captain James - The Voyages of Captain James Cook Round the World; Comprehending A History of the South Sea Islands (BK19/387) offered in our Books, Maps and Prints Auction starting on 14th March 2018 at our salerooms in Exeter, Devon.

Lot Description

COOK, Captain James - The Voyages of Captain James Cook Round the World; comprehending a history of the South Sea Islands 2 vols in one, frontispiece, vig. title, 28 engraved plates, half calf, stout 8vo, W Wright, 1840; with - 4 other books of exploration some odd vols. or incomplete.

This lot comprises of five pieces.

Price Realised

£220

VAT

No VAT Applicable

Department

Books, Maps and Manuscripts

Fine Art Category

Travel, Topographical and Local History Books

Sale Information

BK19: Antiquarian Book Sale
Wednesday, 14th March 2018
Okehampton Street, Exeter

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COOK, Captain James - The Voyages of Captain James Cook Round the World; Comprehending A History of the South Sea Islands

Auction Lot: BK19/387

COOK, Captain James - The Voyages of Captain James Cook Round the World; comprehending a history of the South Sea Islands 2 vols in one, frontispiece, vig. title, 28 engraved plates, half calf, stout 8vo, W Wright, 1840; with - 4 other books of exploration some odd vols. or incomplete.

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