IRVING, Washington (1783-1859). A History of the Life and Voyages of Christopher Columbus. London: John Murray, 1828. 4 volumes, 8°. 2 folding maps (without final imprint leaves and one blank, and fly-titles called for in BAL, maps lightly browned, a little spotting on title pages). Later half calf, leather lettering pieces on spine, marbled edges. Provenance: occasional pencil notes. FIRST LONDON EDITION. FINE COPY. Sabin was unable to determine whether London or the New York published the first edition but notes that 'Murray's, however, is preferable for its paper and type'. BAL gives the London edition as the first edition. Sabin 35170; BAL 10123.