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Herman Melville Marquesas Island 1st Ed. Book 1846

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Herman Melville Marquesas Island 1st Ed. Book 1846

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Antique novel of the American Renaissance. Titled, "Narrative of a Four Months' Residence among the Natives of a Valley of The Marquesas Islands; Or, A Peep at Polynesian Life," by Herman Nelville (1819-1891). Published by John Murray, London,1846. Leather binding, with tooled gold lettering, and slip cover.

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Good overall condition, having mild wear and normal color toning to pages. Estate fresh to the market.

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7.5 x 5 x 1.5 in

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Herman Melville Marquesas Island 1st Ed. Book 1846

Name: Herman Melville Marquesas Island 1st Ed. Book 1846
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