The Private Journal of Captain G.F. Lyon, of H.M.S. Hecla, during the recent Voyage of Discovery under Captain Parry.

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London: John Murray, 1824. 8vo. Contemp. half calf over marbled paper boards. Spine with raised bands and morocco titling-label.(xiv, 468pp.). With frontispiece, folding engrv. map, and 6 full-page plates. Some slight foxing, otherwise a very good complete copy of this scarce narrative. 1st edition. NOTE: Capt. Lyon's curiosity led him to observe with great attention the habits of life and traits of character of the different tribes of Esquimaux, who were attracted, by his humane management, to his winter quarters.