London: J. Johnston, (1817). Long satirical poem on British naval life, illustrated with twenty-four brilliant (and funny) aquatint plates and colored engraved title page, all by Williams. First edition, first issue, per Tooley "English Books" 484. An untrimmed copy sumptuously bound in full crimson morocco with raised bands, gilt decoration, gilt inner dentelles and silk doublures. Signed by (Somebody) & Son, London. Luscious! Light wear to joints. Front outer hinge cracked but holding. Plates fresh and bright. 16 x 25.5 cm. (1 color plate), (1 color title page), title, 282, (2 guide to binder), (4 publisher's ads) Color title and plates. Long satirical poem on British naval life, illustrated with twenty-four brilliant (and funny) aquatint plates and colored engrav.

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Title

The Adventures of a Post Captain: by a Naval Officer. With Characteristic Engravings by Mr. Williams.

Publisher

J. Johnston (1817), London

Publication Date

1817

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Hardcover

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1st Edition

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