Narrative of a Four Months' Residence Among the Natives of a Valley of The Marquesas Islands; or, a Peep at Polynesian Life
by Melville, Herman
- Used
- Hardcover
- first
- Condition
- See description
- Seller
-
Salt Lake City, Utah, United States
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About This Item
London: John Murray, 1846. First edition, Second issue. Hardcover. 285; 16pp. Original red cloth with embossed design; gilt title to the spine. Fair condition. Some wear and rubbing; corners slightly exposed. Text block has become detached from binding. Light foxing internally; else very good. Herman Melville's first book.
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- Bookseller
- Ken Sanders Rare Books, ABAA
(US)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 46833
- Title
- Narrative of a Four Months' Residence Among the Natives of a Valley of The Marquesas Islands; or, a Peep at Polynesian Life
- Author
- Melville, Herman
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- First edition, Second issue
- Publisher
- John Murray
- Place of Publication
- London
- Date Published
- 1846
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About the Seller
Ken Sanders Rare Books, ABAA
Biblio member since 2006
Salt Lake City, Utah
About Ken Sanders Rare Books, ABAA
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- Fair
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