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Burney, James
Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 GBP
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- Burney, James
- A Chronological History of North-Eastern Voyages of Discovery and of the Early Navigations of the Russians. London: Payne and Foss, and John Murray, 1819
- Paper
FIRST EDITION, 8vo (216 x 126mm.), viii, [ii binder's directions slip], 310pp., 2 folding engraved maps, contemporary calf, full gilt spine, brown label, slightly spotted
Literature
Hill (2004) 223; Sabin 9386
Condition
A very good copy
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"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
James Burney (1750-1821) served with Cook on his Second and Third Voyages. He was promoted to the rank of lieutenant and in 1773, and subsequent to the deaths of Cook and Clerke, returned home in command of the Discovery. This work includes his account of Cook's exploration of the Bering Strait, and the sea north of it.