Relation of a Voyage from Boston to Newfoundland, for the Observation of the Transit of Venus, June 6, 1761

Name: Relation of a Voyage from Boston to Newfoundland, for the Observation of the Transit of Venus, June 6, 1761
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Author: John Winthrop, Esq

by John Winthrop, Esq

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First edition

First edition. 24pp. 1 vols. 8vo. Later half green morocco and cloth boards. Minor staining, repaired tear to title. Provenance: Jacob Gerrish signature on title ; Spencer Charles Ferguson bookplate . Evans 9040; Sabin 104856; ESTC W29009. Item #370830 An early work of American astronomy, being John Winthrop's account of his journey to Newfoundland and observations on the transit of Venus. The Transit

Binding: Leather

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