MAURICE, Thomas (1754-1824) Indian Antiquities: or, Dissertations... of Hindostan... Introductory to the History of Hindostan Upon a Comprehensive Scale. London: C. and W. Galabin, 1806-1812.7 volumes, 8vo (205 x 130 mm). Numerous engraved plates, (most folding), engraved folding map. (Spotting and marginal soiling, light offsetting.) Contemporary calf, gilt-lettered spines (tape repairs and residue, rubbing to boards and spine, discreet library label). FIRST EDITION covering topics spanning from religion to astrology, spiritualism, theology of Hindostan, ancient geographical divisions, the grand code of civil laws, government structure, literature, including speculation about an Indian origin to the Druids.