The Modern Traveller . Greece [on half-title].

  • Hardcover
  • Used
See all details
Item image 1 of 2.

Seller: Henry Sotheran Ltd, London, United KingdomHenry Sotheran Ltd

5-star seller

AbeBooks seller since November 7, 2014

Association member: ABAPBFAILAB

Hardcover

Condition: Used

£ 300.00

£ 40.00 shipping 
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.

Quantity: 1 available

Add to basket
Free 30-day returns

Item description from seller

London, James Duncan, 1830. Two volumes, 12mo. Contemporary half-morocco over marbled boards, spine ruled, numbered and lettered in gilt; pp. [2], iv, 375; [2], iv, 336, folding engraved map, seven engraved plates; light toning and discolouration here and there, more so to engravings; a very good set with 20th-century German bookplate.Rare. Second edition of the sum of the topographical and geographical knowledge of Greece, published just before Greek independence had been achieved offcially. In 1824 the bookseller and writer Josiah Conder (1789-1822) had 'entered into an agreement with James Duncan of Paternoster Row to edit the afterwards well-known series of the Modern Traveller, undertaking in the first instance to furnish the volume on Palestine only. Ultimately he compiled the whole set of thirty volumes (1825-9), having assistance in only one or two of them. The series was successful, despite the fact of its editor's never having left his native country' (ODNB). 'It was one part of the plan, so to arrange the volumes that the description of any country might be sold peparately' (author's preface the first volume in the 30-volume series).…

Seller Inventory # 2121529

Bibliographic details

Title
The Modern Traveller . Greece [on half-title].
Author
CONDER, Josiah.
Publication year
1830
Binding
Hardcover

Henry Sotheran Ltd

London, United Kingdom

5-star seller

AbeBooks seller since November 7, 2014

Association member:

Shipping rates from United Kingdom to U.S.A.

Item2 to 7 business days2 to 7 business days
First item£ 40.00£ 40.00
Delivery times are set by sellers and vary by carrier and location. Orders passing through Customs may face delays and buyers are responsible for any associated duties or fees. Sellers may contact you regarding additional charges to cover any increased costs to ship your items.

Payment methods

  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • American Express
  • Apple Pay
  • Google Pay

Store description

The longest established antiquarian booksellers in Europe. Founded in York in 1761, established in London in 1815, Henry Sotheran Limited has a long and distinguished history. For over 260 years, we have been offering unsurpassed opportunities to collectors and enthusiasts, from the purchase of the libraries of Laurence Sterne in 1768, and Charles Dickens in 1870, to the complete stock and copyright of the ornithologist and publisher John Gould. Throughout our history we have prided ourselves on the quality and condition of our books, and our friendly service. Our premises in the heart of London's Cecil Court area are spacious and elegantly appointed, and we welcome regular clients and passers-by alike to wander in and browse our stock in a relaxing and convivial atmosphere.…

Specialty

Antiquarian, Modern First Editions, Children's & Illustrated, Travel, Science & Natural History

Association member

  • Antiquarian Booksellers' Association
  • Provincial Booksellers Fairs Association
  • International League of Antiquarian Booksellers
Members of these associations are committed to maintaining the highest standards. They vouch for the authenticity of all items offered for sale. They provide expert and detailed descriptions, disclose all significant defects and/or restorations, provide clear and accurate pricing, and operate with fairness and honesty during the purchase experience.

Seller's business information

Henry Sotheran Ltd

22 Charing Cross Road
London, United Kingdom WC2H 0HS