Daniel Defoe Robert Drury (18 results)

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Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Condition: New. In English.

Condition: New. In English.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the captivating account of a young Englishman's fifteen-year captivity in Madagascar during the early 18th century. Shipwrecked and left to navigate a foreign land, the author's narrative offers a rare glimpse into the customs, beliefs, and political structures of the Malagasy people. Set against the backdrop of European exploration and colonialism, the book explores themes of cultural encounters, survival, and adaptation. The author's observations provide valuable insights into the island's diverse societies, from the coastal Sakalava tribes to the highland kingdoms. Intriguing details about daily life, religious practices, and the complexities of the slave trade paint a vivid picture of a bygone era. Through the lens of a firsthand account, the book challenges assumptions and sheds light on the interactions between European and Malagasy cultures, offering a deeper understanding of Madagascar's rich history and the enduring legacy of its people. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. …

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Hardcover. Condition: Very good-. Revised Edition. Octavo, 470pp., illustrated with 5 plates, lacking the folding map of Madagascar. Rebound to style in full brown calf, tooled in blind, with raised bands to spine and morocco spine label. New endpapers. Leaf B1 with a corner chip, affecting a few words, else textually complete, with the illustrations in clean condition, though as noted, this copy lacks the folding map. One leaf trimmed very closely to the text, but with no loss. A quarter-sized stain at pp. 410-411 has fused these leaves together, along with the following leaf, at one spot, affecting readability; we've not endeavored to release them, though it's probably possible with some careful effort by a professional. Touch of foxing to extremities, but a sound, clean example overall' about very good. Very uncommon supposed account of an Englishman who spent fifteen years in captivity after being shipwrecked off the coast of Madagascar. While the narrative has been attributed to Daniel Defoe, either as author or editor, he died twelve years before the 1743 first edition. It's still quite possible that he had some hand in its writing or publication, especially as Drury's supposed journal is dated in 1728, three years before Defoe died.…

Full leather. Condition: Very good. Reissue Edition. Octavo, xii, 1-459pp, [3]. Full leather, gilt trim to covers. Spine professionally rebacked with title in gilt on black morocco label. Marbled endpapers. Stated "Reprinted for Stodart and Craggs, 1807" on title page. Solid text block, faint foxing to leaves throughout. Complete with engraved frontispiece portrait of the "Shipwreck of the Degrave," and another plate. Previous ownership bookplates to front endpapers. A very good example. The first edition of this work was published by W. Meadows in Cornhill in 1729, with a large fold-out map. This work was previously attributed to Daniel DeFoe as a work of fiction, but modern scholarship has proven much of the first-person account of Drury. (Moore, 511) From the collection of Charles Fleishmann III, with his bookplate on the front endpaper. Fleishmann III was a lifelong traveler, collector, and philanthropist who lived in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Hindman Auctions, November 2023). The Adventures of Robert Drury, reprinted in 1807 for Stodart and Craggs of London. (illustrator).…

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First edition. 8vo. xvi, 464 pp. Engraved folding map ("Insula S. Laurentii, Vulgo Madagascar," 17 x 21 in.) and five engraved plates. Contemporary speckled calf, red morocco spine label, edges speckled; some rubbing and chipping to extremities, front joint starting, map with closed tear at mount and small separations on folds, repair to verso. Rare first edition of this tale of shipwreck and white slavery on Madagascar. Once ascribed as a work of fiction by Defoe, only partially based on true events (in the mold of his Robinson Crusoe), recent archaeological and archival research has validated many of the events recounted herein (see "Shipwreck adventurer's fiction revealed as true after 270 years," The Guardian, 13 Oct 2002). The veracity of Drury's story does not, however, preclude Defoe's authorship.Drury was 17 when he was shipwrecked on Madagascar along with some 180 surviving crew of the Degrave. Most of the survivors were massacred when they attempted to escape captivity by the Tandroy tribe. Drury was spared because of his youth, but spent some 8 years in bondage to the Tandroys and the neighboring Sakalava. After 15 years on the island he was released to the care of an English slaver (Drury would return to the island as a slave trader). The work ends with an 8-page glossary of words in Malagasy.PROVENANCE: Cotton Symonds, Sheriff of Norfolk (signature at top of title-page)REFERENCE: Archon 511 ("Drury seems to have been a real personage; but he was not possibly the author of the major part of the original narrative which the 'Transcriber' professedly recast to 'put in a more agreeable Method'").…

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1826 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Pages: 339 NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 339.…

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1890 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Pages: 433 NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 433 Daniel] [Defoe , Alexis Rochon , Robert Drury.…

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1890. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 433, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 433 433.…