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[LEDYARD, John (1751-1789)] – SPARKS, Jared (1789-1866). Memoirs of the Life and Travels of John Ledyard, From His Journals and Correspondence. London: Henry Colburn, 1828.
The first English edition, published the same year as the American edition. Sparks, an American historian, recounts Ledyard’s life including his role on James Cook’s third voyage. Forbes 709; Howes S-818; Lada-Mocarski 92; Sabin 88993.
Octavo (208 x 130mm). Uncut. (Some toning and few stains, small dampstain to prelims.) Modern half leather. Provenance: Christie’s, 9 May 2002, lot 153.
The first English edition, published the same year as the American edition. Sparks, an American historian, recounts Ledyard’s life including his role on James Cook’s third voyage. Forbes 709; Howes S-818; Lada-Mocarski 92; Sabin 88993.
Octavo (208 x 130mm). Uncut. (Some toning and few stains, small dampstain to prelims.) Modern half leather. Provenance: Christie’s, 9 May 2002, lot 153.