Capt. Wilson

The History of Prince Lee Boo, Native of the Pelew Islands brought to England by Captain Wilson

London: Knapton, 1808. 11th Edition. 12mo. Hardcover. pp 178, frontispiece. Original boards with new red calf spine and gilt title. Previous owner's signature inside front cover. Based on George Keate's account of the wreck of Capt Wilson's 'Antelope'. Lee Boo was a sensation in London. This very popular account, directed at children, went through many editions in the early 19th C. Very Good. Item #020955

Price: $450.00 NZD