Two Expeditions Into the Interior of Australia, During the Years 1828, 1829, 1830, and 1831: With Observations on the Soil, Climate, and General Resources of the Colony of New South Wales
by STURT, CHARLES
- Used
- Hardcover
- first
- Condition
- First Edition. Two volumes; one map, one chart, and 9 other plates, four of which are hand colored. The map shows some primitive
- Seller
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Newton, Massachusetts, United States
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About This Item
London: Smith, Elder & Co., 1833. First Edition. Two volumes; one map, one chart, and 9 other plates, four of which are hand colored. The map shows some primitive repairs; mended tear to front end paper of first volume; hinges starting on the first volume; library stamp to copyright page of each volume with withdrawn stamps on rear endpapers. Some wear at the extremities and some soiling, but overall, a very good set in original boards, with cloth spines and paper spine labels (rubbed and chipped).
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Details
- Bookseller
- Peter L. Stern & Company, Inc. (US)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 37713P
- Title
- Two Expeditions Into the Interior of Australia, During the Years 1828, 1829, 1830, and 1831: With Observations on the Soil, Climate, and General Resources of the Colony of New South Wales
- Author
- STURT, CHARLES
- Book Condition
- Used - First Edition. Two volumes; one map, one chart, and 9 other plates, four of which are hand colored. The map shows some primitive
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Publisher
- Smith, Elder & Co.
- Place of Publication
- London
- Date Published
- 1833
- Bookseller catalogs
- AUSTRALIA;
- Note
- May be a multi-volume set and require additional postage.
Terms of Sale
Peter L. Stern & Company, Inc.
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About the Seller
Peter L. Stern & Company, Inc.
Biblio member since 2009
Newton, Massachusetts
About Peter L. Stern & Company, Inc.
With more than 35 years experience in the rare book trade, Peter L. Stern and Co., Inc. has established itself as a highly regarded firm of antiquarian booksellers.
Specializing in 19th and 20th century literature, signed and inscribed books, and manuscripts we maintain a high quality inventory. Our shop is located in the heart of Newton Centre where we are open by chance or appointment
In the long-standing tradition of the rare book trade we continue to mail regular catalogues to our customers. We are easily accessible via the MBTA Green Line's D Branch. We travel widely and attend both international and local book fairs.
Specializing in 19th and 20th century literature, signed and inscribed books, and manuscripts we maintain a high quality inventory. Our shop is located in the heart of Newton Centre where we are open by chance or appointment
In the long-standing tradition of the rare book trade we continue to mail regular catalogues to our customers. We are easily accessible via the MBTA Green Line's D Branch. We travel widely and attend both international and local book fairs.
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