The History of the Orkney Islands: In which is comprehended an Account of Their Present as well as Their Ancient State; Together with the Advantages they Possess for Several Branches of Industry, and the Means by which they may be Improved.
Edinburgh and London: Archibald Constable and Co. / Longman Hurst Rees & Orme, 1805. First Edition, First printing. Hard Cover. Bound in full tan calf with a version of seal "Honi Soit Qui Mal Y Pense" stamped in gilt on both front and rear boards, with Crown on top and wolf (or dog) inside. Raised spine bands with title and date labels in black leather with gilt letters. OVERALL VERY GOOD++. THERE IS LIGHT WEAR TO BASICALLY CLEAN BOARDS, SMALL DISCOLORATION ON TOP CORNER OF FRONT BOARD, AND LIGHTLY WORN CORNERS. HINGES ARE TIGHT. ORIGINAL MAP AND ALL PLATES PRESENT IN VERY GOOD SHAPE. INTERIOR IS QUITE CLEAN AND BRIGHT WITH VIRTUALLY NO FOXING BEYOND THE ENDPAPERS. NO OWNER NAME, BOOKPLATE, WRITING OR MARKS. Item #14905
Illustrated with an Accurate and Extensive Map of the Whole Islands, and with Plates of some of the most Interesting Objects they contain.
Price: $500.00