Lot 372
Thomas Jeffries (c. 1719-1771)
Lot 372 Details
Thomas Jeffries (c. 1719-1771)
THE NATURAL AND CIVIL HISTORY OF THE FRENCH DOMINIONS IN NORTH AND SOUTH AMERICA
1st edition, folio, two parts in one volume, full titles in red and black, all 18 folding engraved maps and plans absent, marbled end papers, contemporaneous full calf boards, London, printed for Thomas Jeffreys at Charing Cross, 1760
14.75 x 9.5 in — 37.5 x 24.1 cm
Estimate $800-$1,200
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This copy contains the rare leaves numbered *129-*138 concerning the French siege of Quebec and the English victory on the Plains of Abraham in September of 1759, which were added on the receipt of news of the event, received after the completion of printing.