An account of the discovery of Tahiti / from the journal of George Robertson Master of H.M.S. Dolphin, edited, with an introduction by Oliver Warner, with wood engravings by Robert Gibbings

Robertson, George (active 1766-1768) [author] ; Gibbings, Roberts (1889-1958) [illustrator]

Published by London : Folio Society, 1955

About this Item

Very good copy in the original, gilt-blocked, decorated, paper-covered cloth, with a fine slipcase. Slight suggestion only of dust-dulling and rubbing to the spine bands and panel edges. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. Physical description; 127 pages : illustrations, maps ; 23 cm. Notes; "Printed for Members Only." Subjects; Robertson, George active 1766-1768. Robertson, G. (George), 1731?-1799? Dolphin (Frigate). Dolphin (Ship). Discoveries in geography. Explorers Tahiti History 18th century. Explorers, English. Tahiti Discovery and exploration. Tahiti (French Polynesia : Island) Discovery and exploration. French Polynesia Tahiti (Island). Tahiti (Society Islands) Description and travel. Pacific area Description and travel. Pacific Area. Exploration. 1 Kg. Seller Inventory # 408177

Bibliographic Details

Title: An account of the discovery of Tahiti / from...

Publisher: London : Folio Society

Publication Date: 1955

Binding: Hardcover

Edition: First Edition.