Book #54093

The Prize of All the Oceans: The Dramatic True Story of Commodore Anson's Voyage Round the World and How He Seized the Spanish Treasure Galleon - 1st US Edition/1st Printing

Glyn Williams

Binding: Hardcover
Book Condition: Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket
Edition: First US Edition; First Printing
Publisher: New York: Viking, 2000.
ISBN: 0670891975

Price: $50.00

A first American edition/first printing in Nearly Fine condition with a previous owner's initals and inking in the rear, in a like dust-jacket.

The Prize of All the Oceans is the dramatic true story of Commodore Anson's voyage around the world and how he seized the Spanish treasure galleon. This book tells the story of a brave and determined man who risked everything to achieve his goal, and of the amazing voyage that changed history. From the cold, dangerous depths of the ocean to the blazing hot deserts of South America, The Prize of All the Oceans is a thrilling read that will leave you wanting more.; 8vo; 264 pages.