1828 – The Modern Voyager | Europe, Asia, Africa & America, Indians – 3v

1828 – The Modern Voyager | Europe, Asia, Africa & America, Indians – 3v

In 1828, British author William Adams began working an illustrated, historical account of world geography. ‘The Modern Voyager & Traveller’ focused on Europe, Asia, Africa, and America and featured incredible full-page engravings of the people, customs, clothing, and even maps.

This set of three volumes includes Adams’ perspectives on Asia, Europe, and America including:

• Evil spirits and superstitions
• Chinese military and ancient archers
• Egyptian ceremonies
• Islamic mosques
• Christian missionaries throughout the world
• Peasants in America
• Sioux buffalo hunts
• Ancient peoples of Mexico

Condition: Leather binding and corners with hardcover boards, notable rubbing and wear to edges and boards. Pages generally clean. Binding show signs of restoration at hinges. Good.

Item number: #28328

Price: $499

ADAMS, W.

The Modern Voyager & Traveller through Europe, Asia, Africa, & America.

London: Henry Risher, son, and P. Jackson, 1828.

Details:

• Collation: Complete with all pages; 3 volumes (of 4)
  • II, “Asia” –
  • III, “America” –
  • IV, “Europe” –
  • 32 color engravings
• References: Grolier, Dickens 171; Eckel 77; Gimbel A 125
• Language: English
• Binding: Leather; tight and secure
• Size: ~6.25in X 4.5in (16cm x 11.5cm)

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