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[Marra, John]
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Journal of the Resolution's voyage, in 1772, 1773, 1774, and 1775. On discovery to the southern hemisphere, by which the non-existence of an undiscovered continent, between the Equator and the 50th degree of southern latitude, is demonstratively proved. Also a journal of the Adventure's voyage, in the years 1772, 1773, and 1774. London: for F. Newbery, 1775
- paper
First edition, 8vo (209 x 122mm.), engraved folding chart of the tracks of the Resolution and Adventure, 5 engraved plates, D2 (pp.19-20) a cancel (as usual), contemporary speckled calf, spine in six compartments with raised bands, red morocco label in second compartment, [BCJC 1270; Du Reitz 809; Hill 1087; Kroepelien 809; Sabin 16247; Spence 758], head of spine slightly chipped, minor scuff mark on upper cover
Condition
Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where appropriate.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
A fine copy of the first published account of Cook's second voyage, being the first printed account of the first crossing of the Antarctic circle, appearing anonymously and surreptitiously some eighteen months before the official account. The plates include the first views of the Antarctic. Cook first accused the gunner Robert Anderson of the authorship, who persuaded Marra to confess. Cook recalled that Marra had been put in irons having wanted to stay at Otahiete. This account records many incidents omitted by Cook and gives the reasons which caused Sir Joseph Banks and his twelve assistants to withdraw from the expedition at the last moment. Marra's account appears to have been ghost written by a literary person in the pay of the publisher.