1854 1ed Cruise of North Star Cornelius Vanderbilt Voyage England Russia Turkey

1854 1^ed Cruise of North Star Cornelius Vanderbilt Voyage England Russia Turkey

 

A rare first edition of Cornelius Vanderbilt’s voyage around Europe – a journey that took him to England, Russia, Denmark, France, Spain, Italy, and Turkey. Written by John Choules, ‘The Cruise of the Steam Yacht North Star’ describes the origins of such an extensive voyage, historical findings, descriptions of ports of call, finding precious stones, and much more.

 

This rare first edition features charming full-page engravings including views of visited cities and sites.

 

Item number: #7261

Price: $499

 

CHOULES, John Overton

 

The Cruise of the steam yacht North Star: a narrative of the excursion of Mr. Vanderbilt’s party to England, Russia, Denmark, France, Spain, Italy, Malta, Turkey, Madeira, etc.

 

Boston, Gould & Lincoln; New York, Evans and Dickerson, 1854.

 

Details:

• Collation: Complete with all pages
• 353p
• Language: English
• Binding: Cloth; tight and secure
• Size: ~8in X 5in (20cm x 12.5cm)

 

 

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