Description
Journal of a Visit to South Africa, in 1815 and 1816, with Some Account of the Missionary Settlements of the United Brethren, Near the Cape of Good Hope. By Rev. C.I. Latrobe and printed in New York City by James Eastburn and Co. 1818, 395 pp, 8.5” x 5.5”, 8vo, hardcover full leather. As-is, with front board detached. Rubbing and wear to exterior of boards, primarily along edges and corners.Some smudging and loss to title label on spine. Text block remains bound well. Light markings and marginalia at front. Index at rear. General age-related toning to pages, along with periodic foxing and wear. Please see photographs and ask any questions prior to purchasing. A scarce volume on the author’s travels to modern-day South Africa. C.I. Latrobe (1758-1836) was an English clergyman of the Moravian Church, which was a proponent of mission work at the time. At this point, the Moravian Church was referenced to the Unitas Fratum, or the United Brethren, hence the title. A wonderful piece for restoration. COLT1818BFAW-0624-aj1747 FORN-TUB-0063-BB-2501-BSREV14
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