Collingwood, Cuthbert, Baron Collingwood (1748-1810; his copy)
The History and Adventures of the Renowned Don Quixote
£1,764
Rare Books, Manuscripts, Maps & Photographs
Auction: 8 February 2023 at 10:00 GMT
Description
Translated from the Spanish of Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra... by T. Smollett. The Fourth Edition, corrected. London: for W. Strahan [and others], 1770. 4 volumes, 8vo, contemporary calf, red morocco labels, engraved plates, with Collingwood's autograph ownership inscription to the title-page of each volume
Footnote
Note: Admiral Collingwood was Nelson's second-in-command at Trafalgar and subsequently commander-in-chief, Mediterranean station.