Mixed octavo edition, 2 volumes, volume 1 second edition, volume 2 first edition, 8vo (217 x 130mm.), half-title in volume 2 only, 3 engraved maps (2 folding), 23 plates, modern half calf, marbled boards, new endpapers, scattered pencil annotations, spotting and staining, some tears and creases, one folding map laid down on linen with partially removed stamp on verso

Ferguson 1419 and 1420; Hill (2004) 93; Lada-Mocarski 95; Sabin 4347

Condition is described in the main body of the catalogue, where appropriate.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Beechey's Narrative involves the whole theatre of the Pacific Ocean and contains important material on Alaska, the California coast and San Francisco. Beechey also stopped at Tahiti, Easter Island and Pitcairn Island where he interviewed the last survivor of the Bounty mutiny, John Adams. "One of the most valuable of modern voyages." (Hill).