Lot 5
  • 5

Auldjo, John.

Estimate
600 - 900 GBP
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Description

  • Journal of a Visit to Constantinople, and some of the Greek islands, in the spring and summer of 1833. London: Longman, Rees [&c.], 1835
first edition, presentation copy, inscribed "The Rev. J.W. Mackee with the Authors best regards", 8vo (212 x 124mm.), half-title, 7 etched plates by George Cruikshank after the author, 2 illustrations in text, modern half calf by Lewis and Harris of Bath, some plates slightly browned in places

Provenance

Sefik E. Atabey, book label

Literature

Blackmer 56; Contominas 21; Weber I, 225; Atabey 42

Catalogue Note

"A very interesting account of several months' visit, written in a lively style" (Blackmer).