Narrative of the Expedition of an American Squadron to the China Seas and Japan,

Performed in the Years 1852, 1853, and 1854, under the Command of Commodore M.C. Perry, United States Navy, by order of the Government of the United States. Compiled from the Original Notes and Journals of Commodore Perry and His Officers, at His Request, and Under His Supervision, by Francis L. Hawks. First ed. 4to. 3 vols. bound in 4. Numerous chromo-lithographs & text-illus., including “Shimoda’s Public Bath plate”. Many maps and charts. Bound in 19th Century half morocco, marbled boards, marbled edges, water stained on title-page and several leaves of first volume, otherwise fine. A nice set.    Y23110214