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PERRY, COMMODORE MATTHEW C. - Narrative of the Expedition to the China Seas and Japan. 1852-1854.
Mineola: Dover Publications, 2000. 0486411338. Unabridged reproduction of the work originally published in Washington in 1856. "Naval officer Matthew Perry set sail for Japan in 1852 with a small escort of ships and a huge commission - persuading the Japanese government to emerge from isolation and enter economic and diplomatic relations with the United States..Exciting highlights include Perry's flagship dropping anchor in Tokyo Bay to a markedly chilly reception, tense diplomatic standoffs, and sumptuous parties hosted by representatives of both governments..Enhanced with over 200 rare illustrations, this remarkable historical document also offers a mangnificent travelogue, brimming with revealing anecdotes and picturesque details about Singapore, Mauritius, Macao, the Bonin Islands and other exotic locales." 27.5cms x 20.5cms. Pp.xviii/537, occasional reproductions of lithographs throughout. Paperback, colour illustrations to inside covers. VG.
GBP 35.00 [Appr.: EURO 41.25 US$ 44.58 | JP¥ 7000] Booknumber: 40379
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GBP 35.00 [Appr.: EURO 41.25 US$ 44.58 | JP¥ 7000] Booknumber: 40379
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