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  • The Journal of The Royal Geographical Society 1931 October – Baluchistan – C.P. Skrine

    The Journal of The Royal Geographical Society 1931 October – Baluchistan – C.P. Skrine

    A near mint copy of the October edition 1931 of the Journal of the Royal Geographical Society London. The primary report is by Skrine on his travels and observations in Baluchistan mainly in the Highlands or Persian Baluchistan. Well illustrated with18 black and white photographs taken on the travels – some rather spectacular such as the “Earth Pillar” above Tamindan and the view of Kuh-i-Taftan from the cliffs of Lejwar. The report supported by a map of the Highlands region prepared by Skrine with an inset map of the broader Baluchistan.

    This edition also includes one of the reports of Michael Terry relating to his travels in West Australia (Horseshoe Bend to Oodnadatta) also nicely illustrated with maps and photographs. As well as details of a 16th century manuscript navigating manual in the Society’s Library.

    Baluchistan Rarity with 20th Century Australian Exploration.

    $90.00

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  • Thietmarsia (Dithmarshen) Germany – Bertius -1599

    Thietmarsia (Dithmarshen) Germany – Bertius -1599

    An early miniature published at the very end of the 16th century. From the great geographer Petrus Bertius published by Cornelis Claesz as part of the “Caert-thresoor” in Amsterdam in 1599.

    Historically famous and geographically interesting district of Thietmarsia (now Dithmarschen) Germany. North to the left bordered by the rivers Eyder (Eider) to the North and the Albis (Elbe) to the South and the German Ocean (North Sea. Most of the land here below natural sea level and much new land has been reclaimed since this map was produced making it all that more interesting.

    $90.00 unframed or $180.00 Framed in beaded gilt frame with gilt fillet surround to map within burgundy mat.

    Striking coastline and very early depiction of Theitmarsai

    $90.00

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  • The Tactless Philosopher – Johann Reinhold Forster 1729-1798 – Michael Hoare

    The Tactless Philosopher – Johann Reinhold Forster 1729-1798 – Michael Hoare

    Johann Reinhold Forster was a German born philosopher who sailed with Captain James Cook on his second Voyage of discovery. A complex and remarkable man – a detailed and worthy account.

    Scarce Cook item

    $40.00

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  • NOUVELLE-HOLLANDE, PORT JACKSON – SAUVAGES DES MONTAGNES-BLUES – Louis de Freycinet – Atlas Historique 1822

    NOUVELLE-HOLLANDE, PORT JACKSON – SAUVAGES DES MONTAGNES-BLUES – Louis de Freycinet – Atlas Historique 1822

    Original stipple engraving of Blue Mountains Aboriginals by Forget being Plate 101 of the Atlas to Voyage Autour du Monde by Louis de Freycinet published in Paris 1822.

    A rare engraving depicting the Aboriginal Chiefs in an unusual (if not classical) pose. Approximately 32cms x 22cms with a strong plate impression – in good condition. Framed external dimensions 52cms x 32cms in a cream mat and simple burr wood frame. A fine item of some historical significence.

    Rare – de Freycinet

    $240.00

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  • A Treatise on the Diseases of the Chest – Laennec

    A Treatise on the Diseases of the Chest – Laennec

    Leather bound and beautifully gilt embossed from the Classics of Medicine Library 1979. Fine condition 428 pages plus 8 plates all edges gilt.

    Originally published as an English translation in 1821 by Doctor John Forbes. The French physician Laennec pioneered the use of “Acoustick Instruments” in the diagnosis of diseases of the chest.

    Pioneering French Medicine for the Short of Breath.

    $60.00

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  • The Wisdom of Confucius – Who else

    The Wisdom of Confucius – Who else

    “Music rises from the heart when it is touched by the external world” so said Confucius. A nice Modern Library edition.

    Immortal wisdom

    $30.00

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