PHIPPS, John. A Collection of Papers relative to Ship Building in India. With descriptions of the various Indian woods employed therein, their qualities, uses, and value; also a Register comprehending all the ships and vessels built in India to the present time ..., Calcutta: Scott and Co., 1840, 8°, FIRST EDITION, letterpress tables, some folding (ownership inscription cut from title), contemporary half calf, flat spine titled in gilt (lightly rubbed), Scott bookplate. [Scott 643]