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LESSEPS, Jean Baptiste Barthélemy de (1766-1834). Journal Historique du Voyage de M. de Lesseps. Paris: Imprimerie Royale, 1790.
The first edition, fresh and uncut in original blue paper wrappers. Lesseps served as Russian interpreter during the famous scientific expedition under the command of La Pérouse. He carried back the journals and maps from the ill-fated expedition on a harrowing journey through Kamchatka. Chavanne 5975; Cox I, 353; Hill 1010; Howes L-270; Sabin 40208.
Two volumes, octavo (214 x 138mm). One engraved plate, 2 folding engraved maps. Uncut in original blue wrappers (slightly browned); in custom box. Provenance: Hordern House.
The first edition, fresh and uncut in original blue paper wrappers. Lesseps served as Russian interpreter during the famous scientific expedition under the command of La Pérouse. He carried back the journals and maps from the ill-fated expedition on a harrowing journey through Kamchatka. Chavanne 5975; Cox I, 353; Hill 1010; Howes L-270; Sabin 40208.
Two volumes, octavo (214 x 138mm). One engraved plate, 2 folding engraved maps. Uncut in original blue wrappers (slightly browned); in custom box. Provenance: Hordern House.