Lot 176
  • 176

Hippisley, Gustavus

Estimate
600 - 900 GBP
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Description

  • A Narrative of the Expedition to the Rivers Orinoco and Apuré, in South America; which sailed from England in November 1817, and joined the patriotic forces in Venezuela and Caraccas. London: John Murray, 1819
  • paper
FIRST EDITION, 8vo (213 x 125mm.), with errata slip, contemporary brown half calf over marbled boards, speckled edges, minor scattered spotting and staining, lower joint splitting

Provenance

Thomas Munro, bookplate

Literature

Sabin 31988; Palau 114859

Condition

Condition is described in the main body of the catalogue, where appropriate.
"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.
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Catalogue Note

The work describes the fortunes of a British brigade that fought with Bolivar in the war of independence. "Lord Byron made use of this work to put himself to sleep" (Sabin)