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Thomson, Arthur S., The Story of New Zealand (2 Volumes) 1859

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Lot Details

Thomson Arthur S - The Story of New Zealand (2 Volumes) Past And Present-Savage And Civilized, John Murray, London, first edition, 1859, original blind stamped green cloth, association copy owned by John White and annotated with his comments and corrections, eg, "If Thomson had been able to converse with the old priests he would not have written this" bindings well worn, split and loose, but interesting provenance.

Thomson, Arthur S., The Story of New Zealand (2 Volumes) 1859 Image 1++
Thomson, Arthur S., The Story of New Zealand (2 Volumes) 1859 Image 1++
Thomson, Arthur S., The Story of New Zealand (2 Volumes) 1859 Image 1++
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