- 38
Anson, George--[Young, John]
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
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Description
- An Affecting Narrative of the Unfortunate Voyage and Catastrophe Of His Majesty's Ship Wager. London: John Norwood, 1751
- paper
FIRST EDITION, 8vo (198 x 122mm.), [ii], 160pp., contemporary sheep, dark green label
Literature
Borba de Moraes p.948; Hill (2004) 1926; Sabin 1634
Condition
A fine copy
"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 rare account of the wreck of the Wager, by one of the survivors who reached Rio de Janiero in long boats. The author, like Bulkeley and Cummins (see lot 31), went on to reach England via Lisbon. The narrative, described as "thrilling" by Hill, is attributed to John Young, a cooper.