Author: John Davis
Title: The Post-Captain; or, the Wooden Walls Well Manned; Comprehending a View of Naval Society and Manners.
Description: London, Thomas Tegg, 1806. First edition. Leather. The first edition of this work by John Davis, an uncommon work rebound in a handsome half calf binding. The first edition of this work, rebound in a half calf binding. All edges gilt. Ink inscription to the title page, dated 1844. The author John Davis (1774-1854) first went to sea in an East Indiaman, joining Sir Edmund Nagle's frigate Artois in 1794. He rose to become acting lieutenant before leaving the navy in 1797. The Post-Captain was published anonymously in the first edition, and had considerable success despite receiving mixed critical reviews. Rebound in a half calf binding. Externally in lovely condition. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are a little age toned with the odd spot and handling mark throughout. Very Good Indeed . Ill.: None. Very Good Indeed .

Keywords: Nautical fiction The Post-Captain Navy The Post-Captain None


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