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Auction 207, Lot 755

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"The Early Mapping of Hawai'i Volume I Palapala 'aina"

Subject: References, Hawaii

Period: 1986 (published)

Publication:

Color: Printed Color

Size:
10.4 x 14.4 inches
26.4 x 36.6 cm
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Gary L. Fitzpatrick and Riley M. Moffat's fine reference on the history of the cartography of Hawaii is an essential volume for the Hawaiian collector. It tells the story of the mapping of Hawaii starting with its discovery by Captain Cook, emphasizing the impact of the West on the indigenous society. It contains nearly 70 maps plus more than 20 views, portraits, and illustrations. Published by Editions Limited, Honolulu, HI. Folio. 160 pages, hardbound in beige cloth with black stamped titles and an illustrated dust jacket.

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Condition: A

Contents are clean and tight, and the covers are like new. Dust jacket is lightly sunned.

Estimate: $70 - $90

Sold for: $46

Closed on 2/11/2026

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