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Bennett, Frederick D.

Narrative of a Whaling Voyage Round the Globe, from the Year 1833 to 1836. Comprises Sketches of Polynesia, California, the Indian Archipelago, Etc. With an Account of Southern Wales

Amsterdam / New York Nico Israel / Da Capo 1970, Facsimile Reprint of 1840 London Edition. (Hardcover issued without dust jacket) 822pp. As new. In two volumes Octavo (22.5x14cm) with folding map and 2 plates. Bound in simulated vellum. This is one, of only two works on the whale fishery, which Herman Melville considered to be of any value. During his three years' voyage Bennett visited many South Sea Islands, as well as California. Series: Bibliotheca Australiana46-47.

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