CHAPPELL, Edward (1792-1861)
Narrative of a Voyage to Hudson's Bay in His Majesty's Ship Rosamond Containing some Accounts of the North-eastern Coast of America and of the Tribes Inhabiting that Remote Region. London: J. Mawman, 1817.8vo (208 x 125 mm). Engraved folding map, 4 plates, text illustrations, adverts. (Some spotting or browning overall.) Contemporary half calf, marbled boards (light wear, old tape repairs, discreet library label on spine). FIRST EDITION. This work relates to a voyage during the period between May and November, 1814, on the Rosamond and contains an appendix of the Cree language. Sabin 12005.
Property from the Collection of the Valley of Milwaukee, Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, Milwaukee, Wisconsin