23rd Nov, 2022 10:30 GMT/BST
Books, Maps & Manuscripts
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The Siamese Tales: Being a Collection of Stories told to the Son of the Mandarin Sam-Sib, for the Purpose of Engaging his Mind in the Love of Truth and Virtue. With an Historical Account of The Kingdom of Siam. To which is added the principal maxims of the Talapoins. Translated from the Siamese.
Vernor and Hood et al, 1726, first edition, duodecimo, engraved frontis, [6], ii, 196 pages, lacking advert leaf, worn contemporary sheep (spine and joints cracked, rear board holding by one string). Attributed to George Brewer. [ESTC T112304]
Sold for £100
Estimated at £80 - £120
Auction: Books, Maps & Manuscripts, 23rd Nov, 2022
Highlights include a collection of Opera scores and books from the Library of the late 7th Earl of Harewood, and two first edition Harry Potter books. Also included are early antiquarian books, modern first editions, illustrations, manuscripts, maps, early photographs, autographed letters and historic documents.
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