The sub-title continues: "Also with a Sketch of its Geography, Productions, the Manners and Customs of the Inhabitants, &c. &c. With a view of the political and commercial advantages which might be derived from its possession by Great Britain."
Leather spine with gilt decorations and titling on a red title label and paper covered boards.
xii prelims, 339 text pages followed by 4 pages of the publisher's catalogue.
This copy is the true first issue and has the uncorrected running head on page 247 as " THE CAPE OF GO ODHOPE." See the image provided.
CONDITION DETAILS: The binding has signs of age and wear. The front end papers have some pencil writing and soiling. There is a previous owner's inscription at the bottom of the title page. A small piece is missing from the bottom right hand side of the title page. There is a small hole in the margin of the dedication. Overall, a clean copy that has survived in above average condition.
- Binding Condition: Good
- Overall Condition: Above average
- Size: 280 mm x 217 mm
- Sold By: Gandolph's Books
- Contact Person: Arnaud Labuschagne
- Country: South Africa
- Email: [email protected]
- Telephone: +27 11-624-1752
- Preferred Payment Methods: Cash, Cheque deposits in Rands, bank transfers.
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