The Earthquake of Juan Fernandez, As it Occurred in the Year 1835. ....

  • Original printed wrappers.
  • Manchester: Advertiser Office, 1839
By [Sutcliffe, T]
Manchester: Advertiser Office, 1839. First Edition.. Original printed wrappers.. Good; spine worn and wrappers chipped at extremities.. 8vo. There are 5 litho. plates (3 tinted) & map.

A first account of a remote island off the coast of Chile, that was famous for its association with Robinson Crusoe and later written about at some length by Melville. The plates (not issued with all copies) are views of the island illustrating what appears to be a volcanic eruption in the bay. An interesting account. Sabin # 93948.

Details

Title

The Earthquake of Juan Fernandez, As it Occurred in the Year 1835. ....

Author

[Sutcliffe, T]

Binding

Original printed wrappers.

Condition

Good

Publisher

Advertiser Office: Manchester

Date

1839

Edition

First Edition.


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