Franklin, John

FIRST EDITION (with errata slip, and text ending on p.768, see note below), 4to (268 x 208mm.), half-title, 4 folding engraved maps, 30 engraved plates (9 hand-coloured), modern green half morocco by Sangorski and Sutcliffe, spine gilt in compartments, without advertisements, scattered spotting, staining and tears, a few leaves lightly shaved

cf. Abbey, Travel 635 (second edition, with same title-page but text ends on p.784); Hill (2004) 635; Sabin 25624 (wrongly calling for 34 plates)

Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where appropriate.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

“This famous journey was made to the mouth of the Coppermouth River, largely overland and with the aid of canoes. The coast east of the mouth was surveyed. It is one of the most terrible journeys on record, may of the party dying from cold, hunger, or murder. The distance travelled was some 5,500 miles, and Franklin’s narrative at once became a classic of travel literature” (Hill).