Iceland: or, The journal of a residence in that island, during the years 1814 and 1815.
Book Description
Full Title: Iceland: or, The journal of a residence in that island, during the years 1814 and 1815. Containing observations on the natural phenomena, history, literature, and antiquities of the island; and the religion, character, manners, and customs of its inhabitants
First Edition. 2 Volumes. 8vo.
V1: pp xvi, 377. Folding map facing introduction, plus nine plates, including folding plate of geyser.
V2: pp viii, 412. Six plates to Volume 2.
Dealer Notes
Hardback, contemporary calf. Edges marbled matching marbled end papers; boards detached to both volumes, lacks one label, slight foxing to plates. Half title present to both volumes. No directions to binder leaf, inscribed to front of both volumes by the author – Miss Lindsay, a small expression of the affectionate regard of her much attached and obliged friend // E.H., 6th August 1818 –. Overall, a clean example. Please note, a binding copy, but priced accordingly.
Author
Henderson, Ebenezer
Date
1818
Binding
Hardback
Publisher
London: Oliphant, et al
Condition
Good
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