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Downing, Clement
Estimate
400 - 600 GBP
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Description
- A Compendious History of the Indian Wars; with an Account of the Rise, Progress, Strength, and Forces of Angria the Pyrate. London: T. Cooper, 1737
- Paper
FIRST EDITION, 12mo (161 x 93mm.), iv, 238pp., contemporary speckled calf, spine gilt, green label, binding slightly worn
"Also the Transactions of a Squadron of Men of War under Commodore Matthews, sent to the East-Indies to suppress the Pyrates; to which is annex'd, an additional History of the Wars between the Great Mogul, Angria, and his Allies. With an Account of the Life and Actions of John Plantain, a notorious Pyrate at Madagascar, his Wars with the Natives on that Island, where having continued eight Years, he join'd Angria, and was made his chief Admiral" (continuation of title-page).
"Also the Transactions of a Squadron of Men of War under Commodore Matthews, sent to the East-Indies to suppress the Pyrates; to which is annex'd, an additional History of the Wars between the Great Mogul, Angria, and his Allies. With an Account of the Life and Actions of John Plantain, a notorious Pyrate at Madagascar, his Wars with the Natives on that Island, where having continued eight Years, he join'd Angria, and was made his chief Admiral" (continuation of title-page).
Condition
A 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."