Sea Of Glory - America's Voyage Of Discovery, U. S. Exploring Expedition, 1838-1842 by Nathaniel Philbrick - 2004-01-01

London, England: Flamingo, 2004. Book. Good. Soft cover. First Thus. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Large softcover, first thus, 696gms, 452 pages. This is the remarkable and thrilling tale of an unprecedented and little known 19th century naval operation that explored vast tracts of the Pacific Ocean, including a new southern continent soon to be named Antarctica. Book is in good condition with minor general wear and tear and light page discolouration/spotting throughout. Book shows some sun fading to the spine, otherwise no other pre-loved markings..

London: Flamingo, 2004. xxv, 452pp, index, bibliography, notes, 8 maps, bw ills. Or card covers. Near new copy with remainder line on bottom edge. An account of a massive exporation undertaking by the US which resulted in the first charting of many Pacific islands, the naming of Antarctica, surveying the Columbia River, explored the Hawaiian volcanoes, confirmed Darwin's theory of coral reef formation, and collected thousands of specimens that became the foundation of the Smithsonian Institute.. First UK Paperback. Trade Paperback. Very Good. 8vo.

London: Flamingo, 2004. xxv, 452pp, index, bibliography, notes, 8 maps, bw ills. Or card covers. Near new copy slightest of edge wear and very light even toning to page edges. An account of a massive exporation undertaking by the US which resulted in the first charting of many Pacific islands, the naming of Antarctica, surveying the Columbia River, explored the Hawaiian volcanoes, confirmed Darwin's theory of coral reef formation, and collected thousands of specimens that became the foundation of the Smithsonian Institute.. First UK Paperback. Trade Paperback. Fine. 8vo.