1843 FIRST EDITION 419pp two folding maps in facsimile. Half leather. Very clean internally, firm binding. Dark mark on leather spine marbled eps Book plate ‘Caledon’ Uncommon Includes biographical account of Thomas Simpson written by his brother Alexander. Account of the expedition of Dease and Simpson in 1836-40 to explore coast from Mackenzie River westwards and east of Coppermine river. Thomas Simpson died on this expedition. MY LATEST POLAR BOOKS CATALOGUE is available to view ON THE PBFA WEBSITE Click on 'CATALOGUES' on the KINGSBRIDGE BOOKS area