Narrative of a Journey to the Shores of the Polar Sea, in the years 1819, 20, 21, and 22 ... With an appendix on various subjects relating to science and natural history. London: John Murray, 1823. — FRANKLIN, SIR JOHN. 1786-1847.

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Estimate: $1,200–$1,800 hammer
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Sale: Bonhams — Fine Books & Manuscripts, New York · 10 December 2014
Record ID: TB-2026-1975259
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SIR John Franklin, Narrative of a Journey to the Shores of the Polar Sea, in the years 1819, 20, 21, and 22 ... With an appendix on various subjects relating to science and natural history. London: John Murray, 1823. Bonhams, 10 Dec 2014, lot 31. result recorded. TheBasis.Art, TB-2026-1975259.

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SIR John Franklin, Narrative of a Journey to the Shores of the Polar Sea, in the years 1819, 20, 21, and 22 ... With an appendix on various subjects relating to science and natural history. London: John Murray, 1823. Bonhams, 10 Dec 2014, lot 31. result recorded. TheBasis.Art, TB-2026-1975259.

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