Canterbury Papers Numbers 1-6, 8

Some tears and loss at ends of paper spines. ; A nice collection of 7 of the 12 numbers, in original printed wrappers. This consists of numbers 1-6, 8. Numbers 1-2 and 5-6 are double numbers, so there are 5 individual volumes on offer here: 1-2, 3, 4, 5-6, and 8. [8 (advertisements)]184, (217)-248 pages + 2 maps on one folding sheet. Page dimensions: 228 x 138mm. [References: Bagnall 895: "The 'Canterbury Papers' were published at intervals between February 1850 and May 1852. The 12 numbers were issued in nine parts of which three were double numbers; paging was continuous."; Johnstone "Canterbury Books 1847-1955" pp.3-4: "'Canterbury Papers' is the most important publication published in the early days of the Province. Accounts of meetings, despatches, various schemes for the settlemen and for funds, practical advice and a general desciption of the Canterbury site."] ; 8vo

Product Info

Publisher: John W. Parker

Year: 1850

Type: Used

Binding: Hardcover

First Edition

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Country: New Zealand