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Exquemelin, Alexandre Olivier
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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- Exquemelin, Alexandre Olivier
- Bucaniers of America [ bound with: Bucaniers of America. The Second Volume. Containing the Dangerous Voyage and Bold Attempts of Captain Bartholomew Sharp, and others... Written by Mr. Basil Ringrose]. London: William Crooke, 1684-1685
- paper
FIRST ENGLISH EDITION of volume 1, FIRST EDITION of volume 2, 2 volumes in one, 4to (220 x 160mm.), (vol.1) [vi], 116, 152, 124, [xii] pp.; (vol.2) [viii], 212, [xxii] pp., 11 engraved maps and plates, red morocco by Riviere, marbled endpapers, inner dentelles, gilt edges
A highly popular account of the English and French pirates who harassed the West Indies. "This translation was not from the original Dutch but from the Spanish translation, which emphasized the worst aspects of the English buccaneers more strongly than the original text. When this translation appeared, several former buccaneers brought libel suits... Sir Henry Morgan was awarded £200 and a public apology" (Hill).
A highly popular account of the English and French pirates who harassed the West Indies. "This translation was not from the original Dutch but from the Spanish translation, which emphasized the worst aspects of the English buccaneers more strongly than the original text. When this translation appeared, several former buccaneers brought libel suits... Sir Henry Morgan was awarded £200 and a public apology" (Hill).
Provenance
Neva and Guy Littell; Doris Louise Benz, red morocco book labels
Literature
Borba de Moraes pp.299-300 ("this translation in two volumes is rare"); Hill (2004) 578-579; Sabin 23479
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."