Description: 1815 1ed David Porter Journal USS Essex Battle of Valparaiso War of 1812 Plates David Porter was an early American naval captain who served on the USS Constitution and the USS Essex. While aboard the Essex, Porter faced significant hardships, including the Battle of Valparaiso where the ship was ultimately disabled. Porter kept a journal of his time aboard the Essex, a journal that was quickly published after capture of the Essex. This extremely rare first edition was published in Philadelphia and includes 14 full-page engravings. Hill calls the first edition of this book “suppressed and a very rare book” The illustrations depict native tribes, indigenous foods and fruits, and most desirably illustrated views of battle scenes, ships, and forts! Item number: #16496Price: $950 PORTER, David Journal of a cruise made to the Pacific Ocean by Captain David Porter, in the United States Frigate Essex, in the years 1812, 1813, and 1814 Philadelphia: published by Bradford and Inskeep, 1815. First edition. Details: · Collation: Complete with all pages; 2 volumes in 1o Vol. I – vi, [2], 263, [1]o Vol. II – [2], 169, [1]o 14 engravings· References: Sabin 64219; Hill 1373; Howes P 484· Language: English · Binding: Leather; tight and secure· Size: ~8.5in X 5.25in (22cm x 13.5cm) Our Guarantee:Very Fast. Very Safe. Free Shipping Worldwide.Customer satisfaction is our priority! Notify us with 7 days of receiving, and we will offer a full refund without reservation! 16496
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Year Printed: 1815
Topic: War of 1812
Binding: Leather
Region: North America
Author: PORTER, David
Subject: Military & War
Language: English
Publisher: Bradford and Inskeep
Place of Publication: Philadelphia
Special Attributes: 1st Edition, Illustrated