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Hawks, Francis L.

Narrative of the Expedition of an American Squadron to the China Seas and Japan Performed in the Years 1852, 1853, and 1854, Under the Command of Commodore M. C. Perry, United States Navy, Compiled by Francis L. Hawks

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New York: D. Appleton and Company, 1856. Hardcover. Small 4to. Very good. First edition issued as one volume. Expertly rebacked with original spine and new end papers that match originals. Full typed description of all restoration done bound in at front. Browning to edges of boards and to spine. Fading to gilt title on spine, though illustrations remain bright. Bookplate to front pastedown. Minor browning and foxing throughout though contents remain bright. One small closed tear, minor wrinkling, and one repaired closed tear to first map, all other maps are in excellent condition and all 11 are present. Filled with wonderful illustrations. Minor offsetting to a few illustrations. Binding is very tight. More images available. Index, 624 pages. ASIA/012126

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