Lot 6
  • 6

Algiers

Estimate
700 - 1,000 GBP
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Description

  • A collection of 8 volumes in English, including:
  • Paper
Morgan, J. A Complete History of Algiers. London, 1728-1729, 2 volumes, FIRST EDITION, 4to, contemporary calf, Rolle bookplate, bindings somewhat worn
Pananti, F. Narrative of a Residence in Algiers. London, 1818, FIRST ENGLISH EDITION, 4to, hand-coloured aquatint frontispiece, 2 engraved maps, modern half calf, lacks half-title, title slightly soiled and with corner cut away and minor repair (no loss of text)
Salamé, A. A Narrative of the Expedition to Algiers. London, 1819, FIRST EDITION, 8vo, 4 plates, one hand coloured, contemporary half calf, one leaf loose, occasional browning or spotting, binding rubbed and slightly worn
and 4 others (including Jackson's Algiers, 1817, lacking a plate)

Condition

The condition of this lot is as described in the catalogue description
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