Editore: Gale Ecco, Print Editions, 2010
ISBN 10: 1171053851 ISBN 13: 9781171053859
Da: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Paperback. Condizione: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 1.3.
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Editore: Gale Ecco, Print Editions, 2010
ISBN 10: 1140888595 ISBN 13: 9781140888598
Da: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, U.S.A.
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Editore: Facsimile Publisher, 2016
ISBN 10: 9333609628 ISBN 13: 9789333609623
Da: Books Puddle, New York, NY, U.S.A.
Condizione: New. pp. 297.
Data di pubblicazione: 2023
Da: True World of Books, Delhi, India
LeatherBound. Condizione: New. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1773 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 310 Parkinson, Sydney, 1745?-1771.
Editore: Gale Ecco, Print Editions, 2018
ISBN 10: 1379506956 ISBN 13: 9781379506959
Da: Lucky's Textbooks, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Condizione: New.
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Data di pubblicazione: 2023
Da: True World of Books, Delhi, India
LeatherBound. Condizione: New. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1784 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 548 Parkinson, Sydney, 1745?-1771.
Editore: Caliban Books, 1984
ISBN 10: 0904573516 ISBN 13: 9780904573510
Da: Nicholas J. Certo, Newburgh, NY, U.S.A.
Prima edizione
Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Near Fine. 1st Edition. Darkening to end paper gutters (binder's glue) else fine fresh copy free of any former owner marking. Dust wrapper is about fine with one tiny spine wrinkle.
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Editore: Gale Ecco, Print Editions, 2018
ISBN 10: 1385585129 ISBN 13: 9781385585122
Da: THE SAINT BOOKSTORE, Southport, Regno Unito
Hardback. Condizione: New. This item is printed on demand. New copy - Usually dispatched within 5-9 working days.
Data di pubblicazione: 2024
Da: Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, India
Leather Bound. Condizione: New. Language: MiddleEnglish. This book is available in 5 different Leather color without any extra cost. Explore More Options by Clicking on 'More Images' and Notify Us of Your Choice via Email within 24 hours of placing the order. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1773. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - MiddleEnglish, Pages: - 312, Print on Demand. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 312.
Editore: London, Caliban Books, 1984., 1984
Da: Grant's Bookshop, Cheltenham, VIC, Australia
xxiv+214pp. 8vo. Original boards in dustwrapper. Ink date on front endpaper. A very good copy. A facsimile of the 1784 edition.
Data di pubblicazione: 2019
Da: Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, India
Leather Bound. Condizione: New. Language: English. {Size: 14.60 x 22.86 cms} This book is available in 5 different Leather color without any extra cost. Explore More Options by Clicking on 'More Images' and Notify Us of Your Choice via Email within 24 hours of placing the order. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2019, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1784. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 542, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 542.
Editore: Caliban Books 1984, 1984
Da: Hard to Find Books NZ (Internet) Ltd., Dunedin, OTAGO, Nuova Zelanda
Membro dell'associazione: IOBA
Octavo, brown boards with gilt lettering to spine, frontispiece, xxiii + 214pp, illus, VG+ (sl wear to board extrems, v sl soiling to upper page edges) in d/w, VG (light rubbing and soiling to covers, small 1cm open tear to upper spine, light fading to spine).
Data di pubblicazione: 2016
Da: Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, India
Leather Bound. Condizione: New. Language: English. {Size: 19.68 x 24.13 cms} This book is available in 5 different Leather color without any extra cost. Explore More Options by Clicking on 'More Images' and Notify Us of Your Choice via Email within 24 hours of placing the order. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2016, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1783. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 297, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 297.
Data di pubblicazione: 2024
Da: Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, India
Leather Bound. Condizione: New. Language: English. {Size: 19.68 x 24.13 cms} This book is available in 5 different Leather color without any extra cost. Explore More Options by Clicking on 'More Images' and Notify Us of Your Choice via Email within 24 hours of placing the order. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1773. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 298, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 298.
Editore: Published by Caliban Books, London, 1984
Da: A&F.McIlreavy.Buderim Rare Books, Buderim, QLD, Australia
Editore: LIBRARIES BOARD OF SOUTH AUSTRALIA (ADELAIDE, 1972) HARDCOVER, 1972
Da: Books On Dean, Albury, NSW, Australia
FAITHFULLY TRANSCRIBED FROM THE PAPERS OF THE LATE SYDNEY PARKINSON ETC. ETC. 13.5" x 11", Red Cloth hardcover gilt bands and titles to spine, pp [i-ii] iii-xxiii, [1] 2-212 plus 2pp errata. No DW Facsimile reprint of the 1773 original, in fine condition. A large heavy book, for which a postage quote is recommended.
Editore: Libraries Board of South Australia, 1972
ISBN 10: 0724300309 ISBN 13: 9780724300303
Da: Vagabond Books, A.B.A.A., PASADENA, CA, U.S.A.
Soft cover. Condizione: Fine. Facsimile Edition. HEAVY.xxiii, 214pp, errata, vocabularies, bw ills, maps. Red cloth, no jacket as issued. LIKE NEW.
Editore: Adelaide, Libraries Board of South Aust., 1972., 1972
Da: Grant's Bookshop, Cheltenham, VIC, Australia
xxiv+214pp. Lg.4to. Original red cloth. B&W plates and maps throughout. A near fine copy. A facsimile of the 1784 edition.
Editore: Stanfield Parkinson,, 1773
Da: De Bry Rare Books, Oxford, Regno Unito
Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. "A Journal of a Voyage to the South Seas, in His Majesty's ship, the Endeavour. London: for Stanfield Parkinson, 1773." -1st Edition -Quarto (337 x 274mm) Large-paper copy -Original calf binding with wide margins. Extremities rubbed joints cracking at head and foot of spine, headcap slightly defective revealing headband, front free endpaper -Engraved portrait frontispiece, engraved map of the coast of New Zealand, and 26 further engraved plates (Complete plates) -Plates III and XV and 2 page errata leaf supplied from a smaller copy -Generally good condition but some spotting and toning, text with some faint staining and soiling Parkinson's journal is regarded as the finest account of Cook's first voyage. Employed as a draughtsman, he drew the celebrated images of Australia and New Zealand, which are well known to this day. Tragically he died on the return to England, but his brother arranged the publication of this work. The work contains valuable South-Sea vocabularies and the first published use of the word kangaroo.
Editore: 1773, 1773
Da: Berkelouw Rare Books, Berrima, NSW, Australia
London: Printed for Stanfield Parkinson the Editor 1773. Large 4to. Contemp. half calf over cloth boards. Spine with contrasting morocco titling-label. (xxiv 212 2 pp.). Embellished with engrv. portrait and 27 full-page engrv. plates. 1st ed. A good complete copy with some offsetting and foxing of the plates. Holmes 7; Beddie 712. NOTE: This book is often referred to as 'the handsomest voyage book of the 18th century' its importance to Australia's discovery cannot be overstated as Parkinson had been engaged by Sir Joseph Banks as natural history artist on Cook's celebrated first voyage in The Endeavour. He was the first natural history artist to set foot on Australian soil and his journal records the first published use of the word Kangooroo (as "Kangaroo" pp.149).
Editore: printed for Stanfield Parkinson, London, 1773
Da: ANTIQUARIAT.WIEN Fine Books & Prints, Wien, Austria
Prima edizione
Lederband der Zeit, 4°, xxiii, 212 Seiten, 1 Blatt Errata, 27 Kupfertafeln inkl. Frontispiz und einer Landkarte, komplett, Einband altersgemäß berieben, Außengelenke teils etwas mürbe, dennoch gutes Exemplar, Mit dem Ex Libris des Henry Carew Glanville (1830-1900) Priester in Sheviock, (Cornwall ) // Leather binding of the time, 4°, xxiii, 212 pages, 1 leaf errata, 27 copper plates, incl. frontispiece and one map , complete, binding rubbed due to age, outer joints partly a little friable, nevertheless a good copy, with the bookplate of Henry Carew Glanville (1830-1900) Reverend in Sheviock, (Cornwall ) Sabin: 58787; Erstausgabe dieses berühmten Buches. Ein Bericht über Kapitän Cooks erste Reise, herausgegeben vom Bruder des Autors. Mit Vokabularen der Südseesprachen. // First edition of this famous book. An account of Capt. Cook's First Voyage, published by the brother of the author. With vocabularies of the South-Sea languages. en 2500 Buch.
Editore: Printed for Stanfield Parkinson, London, 1773
Da: Donald A. Heald Rare Books (ABAA), New York, NY, U.S.A.
Quarto. (12 5/8 x 10 5/8 inches). xxiii, 212, [2]pp. Engraved portrait frontispiece of Parkinson by James Newton, 26 engraved plates (1 plate after Alexander Buchan, 2 plates after S.H. Grimm and 24 after Parkinson). Contemporary marbled boards with vellum corners, rebacked in calf, retaining original red morocco lettering piece Large-paper copy of Parkinson's important illustrated account of Cook's first voyage. "Parkinson was engaged by Sir Joseph Banks to accompany him and Captain Cook in the Endeavour to the South Seas, as natural history draughtsman . After exploring Tahiti, New Zealand, Australia, and the Great Barrier Reef, the expedition reached Batavia. On leaving for the Cape of Good Hope, Parkinson succumbed to fever and dysentery and was buried at sea. Banks spoke highly of his 'unbounded industry' in making for him a much larger collection of drawings than he had anticipated. His observations, too, were valuable, and the vocabularies of South Sea languages given in his journals are of great interest. Upon Banks' return to England, Stanfield Parkinson, Sydney's brother, claimed all the drawings made by his brother in his spare hours, as well as journals and collections, under a will made before Sydney Parkinson left England. Following the dispute, his writings were lent to Stanfield Parkinson, who transcribed them and prepared them for publication, but an injunction was obtained . to restrain him from publishing until after the appearance of . Hawkesworth's official account" (Hill). Parkinson's drawings stand as one of the chief visual sources for the voyage: he produced a large number of magnificent botanical, natural history and ethnographical drawings of Tierra del Fuego, Tahiti, New Zealand, and Australia. At the time, these drawings offered Europe its first view of life in the South Pacific. The work contains extensive descriptions of Australia and New Zealand, and is the first work to properly identify the kangaroo by name. A major journal for Cook's first voyage. Beddie 712; Hill 1308; Holmes 7; Sabin 58787; Davidson, A Book Collector's Notes, pp. 54-6; NMM I:564; O'Reilly & Reitman 371; Kroepelien 944; Cox I, p.58.
Editore: printed for Stanfield Parkinson, 1773
Prima edizione
Couverture rigide. Condizione: Bon. first edition. Très grand in-4 (337 x 265 mm) d'un portrait en frontispice gravé par James Newton, XXIII, 211 pp., 1 f.n.ch. d'errata, 27 planches gravées numérotées. Veau porphyre, triple filet doré d'encadrement, dos lisse, caissons ornés d'un fer spécial (globe terrestre), tranches jaspées (reliure de l'époque).
Data di pubblicazione: 1773
Da: Berkelouw Rare Books, Berrima, NSW, Australia
Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. London: Printed for Stanfield Parkinson, the Editor, 1773. Large 4to. Contemp. full calf, skilfully re-spined to match with contrasting morocco titling-label. Minor blemish on lower front cover where the leather has been excised, not affecting the binding. (xxiv, 22, 212, 2 pp.). Embellished with engrv. portrait, and 27 full-page engrv. plates. A particularly fine complete copy with only minimal offsetting of the plates. Holmes 7; Beddie 712. NOTE: This book is often referred to as 'the handsomest voyage book of the 18th century', its importance to Australia's discovery cannot be overstated as Parkinson had been engaged by Sir Joseph Banks as natural history artist on Cook's celebrated first voyage in The Endeavour. He was the first natural history artist to set foot on Australian soil, and his journal records the first published use of the word Kangooroo (as "Kangaroo" pp.149).
London,: Printed for Stanfield Parkinson, the Editor, sold by Messrs. Richardson and Urquhart, 1773. Large 4to (333 x 262 mm). XXIII + (1) + 212 + (2) pp. Engraved portrait of the author as frontispiece. 27 engraved plates. Contemporary green boards. Gilt spine. Red label. Occasional light offsetting and spotting. First edition of the finest personal account of Cook`s first voyage.Sydney Parkinson was employed by Sir Joseph Banks as the botanical draughtsman on Cook`s first voyage to the South seas. He died on the homeward journey at the age of 26. Published posthumously by Sydney Parkinson`s brother, Stanfield. A fine copy. Sabin 58787. . .
Editore: Printed for Stanfield Parkinson, London, 1773
Da: Donald A. Heald Rare Books (ABAA), New York, NY, U.S.A.
Prima edizione
Large 4to. (13 3/16 x 10 5/8 inches). xxiii, [1], 22, [2], 212, [2]pp. 26 engraved plates, map, and engraved frontispiece portrait. Contemporary polished calf ruled in gilt, edges tooled in gilt, spine gilt extra, gilt morocco label. Provenance: John Smyth of Heath (bookplate on front pastedown) Parkinson's important illustrated account of Cook's first voyage, with handsome plates and the rare explanatory remarks. An attractive, wide-margined copy of the first edition of this important narrative, with the rare section of Explanatory Remarks by John Fothergill in a very fine contemporary calf binding. Parkinson accompanied Capt. James Cook on his first voyage to the South Pacific and New Zealand, serving as draughtsman under naturalist Joseph Banks. As botanical artist for the Endeavor voyage, Parkinson produced a large number of magnificent botanical and natural history drawings of Tahiti, New Zealand, and Australia. His untimely death near the end of the voyage while en route from Batavia to the Cape of Good Hope resulted in a dispute between his brother Stanfield and Banks over ownership of his manuscripts and drawings. When Hawkesworth learned of the impending publication of this work, he sought and received an injunction to prevent its appearance until sometime after the official account was issued. Hawkesworth went so far as to omit mention of Parkinson's name from the official account, and even failed to give him credit for his botanical illustrations. The present work stands as the most attractive of the unofficial accounts of Cook's first voyage. It contains extensive descriptions of Australia and New Zealand, and is the first work to properly identify the kangaroo by name. The handsome plates are from Parkinson's drawings, depicting natives of Tierra del Fuego, Tahiti, and New Zealand; scenes in Tahiti and New Zealand; and native artifacts. Also included are several vocabularies of South Sea languages. This first edition was published in 1773. Some years later, Stanfield Parkinson went insane and the unsold sheets of the book were sold to Dr. Fothergill, who added a section of "Explanatory Remarks" and a Postscript in order to counter Stanfield's ill-tempered preface. This copy includes this rare section of extra text, almost never seen with the first edition. This copy bears a distinguished provenance, with the bookplate of John Smyth of Heath Hall. Smyth (1748- 1811) had a prolific public career, serving as a Member of Parliament and the Board of Trade, a Lord of the Treasury, Master of the Royal Mint, and Lord of the Admiralty. Beddie 712; Hill 1308; Holmes 7; Sabin 58787; Davidson, A Book Collector's Notes, pp. 54-6; NMM I:564; O'Reilly & Reitman 371; Kroepelien 944; Cox I, p. 58; Bell P100; Streeter Sale 2406.
Editore: Printed for Stanfield Parkinson, London, 1773
Da: James Cummins Bookseller, ABAA, New York, NY, U.S.A.
Prima edizione
First edition with the very rare "Explanatory Remarks" by Fothergill and postscript. Complete with frontispiece and 27 engraved plates (including 1 map). xxiv, 22, 212, 2 pp. Imperial 4to. First edition of this important account of Cook's first voyage, based on the journal of Parkinson, who had been engaged by Sir Joseph Banks to serve as natural history draughtsman aboard the Endeavour. Parkinson died of dysentery on the homeward voyage, and his account was transcribed and published by his brother Stanfield Parkinson, who was forced by injunction to delay publication until Hawkesworth's official account appeared. "Parkinson made numerous drawings of botanical and other subjects, including landscapes and portraits of native chiefs . Banks spoke highly of his 'unbounded industry' in making for him a much larger collection of drawings than he anticipated. His observations, too, were valuable, and the vocabularies of South Sea languages given in his journal are of great interest" (Hill). This copy includes the rare "Explanatory Remarks" by John Fothergill, a Parkinson family friend who mediated an agreement between Stanfield Parkinson and Banks, both of whom laid claim to the journal, which would allow for the publication of the book. When Stanfield Parkinson included a scurrilous preface attacking Banks and misrepresenting his actions, an offended Fothergill purchased the remaining copies, inserting into them these 22 pages of remarks which sought to set the record straight. In 1784 he brought out a new edition of Parkinson's account which included the remarks, but copies of the first edition which include them are scarce on the market. Beddie 712; Hill 1308; Holmes 7; Howgego C173; Du Rietz 944; Sabin 58787 Contemporary tree calf, finely rebacked with gilt spine to period style. Fine Complete with frontispiece and 27 engraved plates (including 1 map). xxiv, 22, 212, 2 pp. Imperial 4to First edition with the very rare "Explanatory Remarks" by Fothergill and postscript.
Editore: London, 1784
Da: William Reese Company - Americana, New Haven, CT, U.S.A.
[2],xxiii,22,212,lxxi,[213]-353,[2]pp., including errata leaf, plus frontispiece portrait, double-page map, and twenty-seven plates. Large quarto. Modern three-quarter calf and marbled boards, spine tooled in blind and gilt, raised bands, leather label. Small closed tear near gutter of title page, repaired with tape. Slight chipping to edges of first and last leaves, light scattered foxing, slight offsetting from plates, dampstains to the lower corner of a few leaves. A very good copy. A large-paper copy of the second and best edition of Parkinson's journal, made up partially of the reissued sheets of the first edition and partially of added material published herein for the first time. Parkinson accompanied Captain James Cook on his first voyage to the South Pacific and New Zealand, as a draughtsman in the employ of the naturalist Joseph Banks. After the expedition had explored Tahiti, New Zealand, Australia and the Great Barrier Reef, all of which Parkinson depicted in numerous drawings, the ship called at Batavia on the way home. There the artist contracted fever and died, in 1771. His effects were conveyed back to England, where they were prepared for publication by his brother, Stanfield, who soon fell out with his late brother's employer, Banks. The first edition was published in 1773, after an injunction forced Stanfield to wait until the appearance of Hawkesworth's account. Some years later, the unsold sheets of the book were sold to Dr. John Fothergill. Fothergill added "explanatory remarks" to Stanfield's ill- tempered preface (in actuality the work of Dr. Kenrick), a double-sheet map of the world, a history of other important journeys, and a summary of Cook's explorations (including content on Hawaii) which almost doubled the size of the book, binding this new material with the sheets of the first section and supplying a new titlepage. By virtue of the amount and quality of its additional content, this second edition is considered the best, combining as it actually does both editions in one. Sydney Parkinson executed the original drawings for twenty-three of the twenty-seven plate, including images depicting natives of Tierra del Fuego, Tahiti and New Zealand, scenes in Tahiti and New Zealand, native artifacts, and more. Parkinson's original artwork and these engravings made from it are one of the chief visual sources for Cook's first voyage, and one of the first views European observers had of such South Pacific scenes. Parkinson's journal also contains some of the first natural history observations published on the region. Also contains vocabularies of the "languages of Otaheite, New Zealand, new Holland, Savoo and Sumatra, of the Malayan language spoken at Batavia, called the low Malay, and the language of Anjenga on the coast of Malabar, called the high or proper Malay." Parkinson did not draw the map of New Zealand, plate 2 (by Alexander Buchan) or plates 13 and 26 (by S.H. Grimm). A wide-margined, large paper copy of this major source for Cook's first voyage. According to Holmes, only 400 copies of this edition were printed. HILL 1309. FORBES 82. HOLMES, CAPTAIN COOK 49. BEDDIE 714. SABIN 58787. TAXONOMIC LITERATURE 7344.