FIRST EDITION, 8vo (223 x 139mm.), [ii] + 24pp. advertisements dated March 1856, folding hand-coloured map, 4 tinted lithographed plates, original blindstamped dark blue cloth by Westleys, terra-cotta endpapers with printed adverts, scattered spotting, title trimmed, a few small repairs to binding

Abbey, Travel 647; Hill (2004) 1122; Lada-Mocarski 145; Sabin 43073; Staton & Tremaine 3451 (later edition)

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."

The primary aim of the expedition was the rescue of Sir John Franklin in which it failed. However after four years and eight months M'Clure succeeded in completing the first north-west passage, from Alaska to the Atlantic.