Monarchs of Ocean: Columbus and Cook. Two Narratives of Maritime Discovery
Language: English
Published by William P. Nimmo, London, 1878
- Hardcover
- Used
Seller: Lost and Found Treasures, Wolverhampton, United KingdomLost and Found Treasures
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Condition: Used - Good
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Title: Monarchs of Ocean: Columbus and Cook. Two Narratives of Maritime Discovery Author: William P. Nimmo (publisher) Publisher: William P. Nimmo, London and Edinburgh Publication Date: 1878 Binding: Hardcover Edition: 1878 edition Condition: Good Book Description London and Edinburgh: William P. Nimmo, 1878. An attractive Victorian volume recounting the remarkable voyages and maritime discoveries associated with Christopher Columbus and Captain James Cook, two of the most celebrated figures in the history of exploration. Published in 1878, this illustrated work reflects the Victorian fascination with geographical discovery, navigation and the great seafaring expeditions that helped shape European understanding of the wider world. The book retains its handsome original publisher's decorative cloth binding, featuring elaborate black and brown ornamental designs surrounding a striking gilt title panel on the front board. The spine is similarly embellished with gilt lettering, decorative floral motifs and an urn design. Of particular interest is the charming engraved frontispiece depicting an early sailing vessel, captioned Monarchs of Ocean.—Frontispiece. The decorative title page incorporates an attractive maritime vignette and ornamental border, typical of illustrated Victorian gift books. Condition Description Good antique condition. The original decorative cloth boards remain attractive, with the elaborate Victorian designs and gilt titling particularly well preserved. The spine retains its decorative gilt ornamentation and clearly legible lettering. There is some age-related rubbing and wear to the corners, board edges and spine extremities, consistent with a book approaching 150 years of age. The illustrated frontispiece and title page are present, showing light age toning and occasional small marks or spotting. The frontispiece illustration remains clear and well defined. Overall, a handsome and appealing example of Victorian decorative bookbinding, retaining considerable visual appeal. Collector's Interest An attractive addition to collections of: Victorian illustrated books and decorative bindings Maritime history and naval exploration Christopher Columbus and Captain James Cook Nineteenth-century travel and discovery literature Victorian gilt-decorated cloth bindings. …
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Bibliographic details
- Title
- Monarchs of Ocean: Columbus and Cook. Two Narratives of Maritime Discovery
- Author
- William P. Nimmo
- Publisher
- William P. Nimmo, London
- Publication year
- 1878
- Condition
- Good
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
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