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The Discoverers of The Fiji Islands; Tasman, Cook, Bligh, Wilson, Bellinghausen by G.C. Henderson, 1933 | First Edition

G.C. Henderson

Author
G.C. Henderson
Date
1933
Category
Cookery & Domestic
Record
S.I.10522

"The Discoverers of the Fiji Islands: Tasman, Cook, Bligh, Wilson, Bellinghausen" by G. C. Henderson, First Edition, published in London by John Murray in 1933. This historical account explores the voyages and expeditions of five navigators associated with European discovery and exploration of the Fiji Islands. Richly illustrated with maps, charts, and other illustrations, it offers an engaging resource for readers interested in Pacific exploration, maritime history, and the early European encounters with the South Pacific.

Octavo (6" x 9.375"), 324 pages plus two pages of advertisements. Bound in full red cloth with gilt lettering to the spine. Illustrated with 54 charts, maps, and illustrations, including a large folding map in the rear pocket and four additional folding maps within the text. Includes the original printed dust jacket.

Condition shows minor edgewear, lightly bumped and rubbed corners, and ruffled spine ends. The spine is lightly sun-faded. The dust jacket shows edgewear, chipping at the corners and folds, soiling, and a price-clipped flap.

An appealing first edition for collectors of Pacific history, exploration narratives, and books on the discovery and mapping of the Fiji Islands.

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