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Ellis, William
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- Ellis, William
- Three Visits to Madagascar during the Years 1853 - 1854 - 1856. Including a Journey to the Capital. London: John Murray, 1858
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FIRST EDITION, 8vo (222 x 136mm.), xviii, [ii], 470pp., [ii pp. adverts], half-title, engraved map, 15 wood-engraved plates [one folding], original dark purple cloth gilt, terracotta endpapers, slipcase, spotted at beginning and end, owner's biro signature on title
The author visited the Cape in 1854, and about sixty pages are devoted to an account of his experiences while visiting the stations of the London Missionary Society in South Africa.
The author visited the Cape in 1854, and about sixty pages are devoted to an account of his experiences while visiting the stations of the London Missionary Society in South Africa.
Literature
Mendelssohn (1979) II, p.185
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."