Lot 0126

Following the Equator by Mark Twain. 1st Ed, 1st Printing. Hartford: American Publishing Co., 1897

Similar Sale History

View More Items in Maps & Atlases

Sold

1884 Roughing It. Mark Twain, 1st ed: 1884 Roughing It. Mark Twain, 1st ed.

20201884 Roughing It. Mark Twain, 1st edSee Sold Price

Sold

Mark Twain "Following the Equator," First Edition: Mark Twain (American, 1835-1910), "Following the Equator: A Journey around the World" with the salesman's sample or dummy of "Following the Equator," published by the American Publishing Company, Hart

2023Mark Twain "Following the Equator," First EditionSee Sold Price

Sold

The Grinnell Expedition by E. K. Kane 1st Ed. 1854: Included in this lot is "The Grinnell Expedition in Search of Sir John Franklin" by Elisha Kent Kane. This book is a first edition and second printing and was published in New York by Harper & Brother

2021The Grinnell Expedition by E. K. Kane 1st Ed. 1854See Sold Price

Sold

Scarce 1st ed./1st printing of Mitchell map of Mexico/W. Indies: Authentic first edition/first printing of Samuel A. Mitchell Jr’s Map of Mexico, Central America and the West Indies, with plate number just above title, indicating the rare first state of this map.

2024Scarce 1st ed./1st printing of Mitchell map of Mexico/W. IndiesSee Sold Price

Sold

Scarce 1701 1st ed. map of Florida, western America & MexicoAn uncommon map of Florida and the area: An uncommon map of Florida and the area encompassing Texas and the American West, with the whole of Mexico and Central America. Of note is California, which at this time was considered a large island.

2023Scarce 1701 1st ed. map of Florida, western America & MexicoAn uncommon map of Florida and the areaSee Sold Price

Sold

1795 Carey's Am Ed of Guthries Impr Geography: 1795 Matthew Carey "Carey's American Edition of Guthrie's Geography Improved", 1st edition of the 1st American printed atlas, 43 of 44 maps remaining, incl Doolittle's Vermont, Virginia, the Carolinas

20231795 Carey's Am Ed of Guthries Impr GeographySee Sold Price

Sold

Bureau of American Ethnology Annual Reports.: [Ethnology] J. W. Powell; Bureau of American Ethnology. Bureau of American Ethnology Annual Reports. Government Printing Office, Washington, 1880-1927. 50 volumes. A continuous run from the 1st Annual

2023Bureau of American Ethnology Annual Reports.See Sold Price

Sold

Lunar Far Side Map 1st Edition 1967: An oversized Lunar Far Side Map (LFC-2) dated August 1967 and produced to a 1:10,000,000 scale from the US Government Printing Office. It measures 23" x 29". It has always been folded but it is in nea

2022Lunar Far Side Map 1st Edition 1967See Sold Price

Sold

Map of the U. S. & Terr. – Rare 1st state, Mitchell 1860: True first printing/first edition map from a rare atlas printed only for a short time in the early months of 1860. Samuel Augustus Mitchell, Jr. took over his father’s atlas publishing company i

2023Map of the U. S. & Terr. – Rare 1st state, Mitchell 1860See Sold Price

Sold

1st ed. of Moll’s fascinating 1701 map of Isle of California: Herman Moll's renowned and highly sought-after map showing California as an island, plus the western part of North America. This is the first appearance of this map, with page number 152 clearly shown

20241st ed. of Moll’s fascinating 1701 map of Isle of CaliforniaSee Sold Price

Sold

4 1st Ed. Ulysses S. Grant Related Books, incl. Personal Memoirs, 1885-86: 1st-2nd items: PERSONAL MEMOIRS OF U. S. GRANT, First Edition, Vol. I- II, by Ulysses S. Grant, published by Charles L. Webster and Company, New York, 1885-86. Hardcover octavos, 1,231 total marble-ed

20234 1st Ed. Ulysses S. Grant Related Books, incl. Personal Memoirs, 1885-86See Sold Price

Sold

Doyle. Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, 1st ed.: Doyle, Arthur Conan. THE ADVENTURE OF SHERLOCK HOLMES. London: George Newnes, 1892. 8vo. [4], 317, [1] pp. Bound in modern 1/2 calf over marbled boards. Ownership signatures to title and half-title, c

2017Doyle. Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, 1st ed.See Sold Price

Sold

1875 Gray's New Map of Texas - 1st ed.: Large and impressive hand-colored map of Texas from Grayâ€™s National Atlas. Full title: â€œGrayâ€™s New Map of Texas and the Indian Territory.” Created by Frank Gray, the map has

20221875 Gray's New Map of Texas - 1st ed.See Sold Price

Sold

Rare 1836 Col. Dodge Expedition map - 1st printing, Steen: Large and important early copper engraved map of the western U. S. showing the route of Col. Henry Dodge’s 1835 Expedition from Fort Leavenworth to the Rocky Mountains. Rare first printing with

2022Rare 1836 Col. Dodge Expedition map - 1st printing, SteenSee Sold Price

Sold

Ayn Rand. Atlas Shrugged. 1st state dj.: Rand, Ayn. Atlas Shrugged. Random House, (1957). 1st printing of Ayn Rand’s most important book, in 1st state dj: “$6.95” and “10/57” on front dj flap. Rear flap has “457 Madison Avenue, N

2018Ayn Rand. Atlas Shrugged. 1st state dj.See Sold Price

Sold

Attrative Bird's Eye View of Staunton, Virginia 1891: American Publishing Company (19th Century). City of Staunton, Augusta County, VA issued by the Staunton Development Company, 1891. Photolithograph. Washington D.C., Norris Peters Co., 1891. 23" x 30"

2022Attrative Bird's Eye View of Staunton, Virginia 1891See Sold Price

Related Maps & Atlases

1816 VOYAGE TO ABYSSINIA by HENRY SALT w/ MAP antique 1st AMERICAN EDITION rare: Salt (Henry). A Voyage to Abyssinia, and Travels into the Interior of that Country, executed under the order of the British government, in the years 1809 and 1810; in which are included, an account of

1 day Left1816 VOYAGE TO ABYSSINIA by HENRY SALT w/ MAP antique 1st AMERICAN EDITION rare

$400

National Map Co. Map of MT Ed. 1264 circa 1940-50s: For your consideration is this large map of Montana, Edition 1264, published and copy-righted by the National Map Company circa 1940-50s. This is a highly detailed map showing counties, towns, rivers,

May 11, 2024National Map Co. Map of MT Ed. 1264 circa 1940-50s

$100

Gossage, John [SIGNED]; The Thirty-Two Inch Ruler / Map of Babylon [SIGNED TWICE - FINE COPY]: SIGNED COPY Steidl, Gottingen. 2010. Hardcover in dust jacket. First edition, first printing. First book in color by Gossage. 80 pages, 180 colour plates. Essays by John Gossage and Gerhard Steidl. SI

5 days LeftGossage, John [SIGNED]; The Thirty-Two Inch Ruler / Map of Babylon [SIGNED TWICE - FINE COPY]

$50

1795 Lewis Map of Maryland -- The State of Maryland, from the best Authorities: Title: 1795 Lewis Map of Maryland -- The State of Maryland, from the best Authorities Cartographer: S Lewis Year / Place: 1795, Philadelphia Map Dimension (in.): 11.2 X 16.3 in. This is an excellent e

1 day Left1795 Lewis Map of Maryland -- The State of Maryland, from the best Authorities

$360

1850 Sacramento and San Joaquin Rivers Chart -- Chart of Suisun & Vallejo Bays with the Confluence: Title: 1850 Sacramento and San Joaquin Rivers Chart -- Chart of Suisun & Vallejo Bays with the Confluence of the Rivers Sacramento and San Joaquin California", Ringgold, Cadwalader Cartographer: C Rin

1 day Left1850 Sacramento and San Joaquin Rivers Chart -- Chart of Suisun & Vallejo Bays with the Confluence

$200

NASA Lunar Orbiter V Uncontrolled Mosaic Photomap Map of Site "Schroteri's Valley": This is an official NASA Lunar Uncontrolled Mosaic Photomap of Lunar Orbiter V Site "Vallis Schroteri". This is a First Edition map from 1968. It is in very good with minor edge wear. The photomap is

5 days LeftNASA Lunar Orbiter V Uncontrolled Mosaic Photomap Map of Site "Schroteri's Valley"

$50

NASA Lunar Orbiter V Photomap & Topographic Map of Site12 'Censorinus': This is an official NASA Lunar Photomap of of Lunar Orbiter V Site 12 "Censorinus". This is a First Edition map from 1969. It is in very good to near mint condition with minor edge wear. It measures 1

5 days LeftNASA Lunar Orbiter V Photomap & Topographic Map of Site12 'Censorinus'

$50

NASA Lunar Orbiter III Photomap & Topographic Map of Site18 'Mosting C': These are official NASA Lunar Photomap and Topographic Photomap of of Lunar Orbiter III Site 18 "Mosting C". These are First Edition maps from 1969. Both are in very good to near mint condition with m

5 days LeftNASA Lunar Orbiter III Photomap & Topographic Map of Site18 'Mosting C'

$50

Original Lunar Orbiter Photomap Map of Site "Copernicus": This is an official NASA Lunar Photomap of Lunar Orbiter V Site "Copernicus". This is a First Edition map from 1969. It is in very good condition with very minor handling wear. The photomap is printed

5 days LeftOriginal Lunar Orbiter Photomap Map of Site "Copernicus"

$50

NASA Lunar Orbiter V Uncontrolled Mosaic Photomap & Topographic Map of Site 'Marius": These are official NASA Lunar Uncontrolled Mosaic Photomap and Topographic Photomap of Lunar Orbiter V Site "Marius". These are First Edition maps from 1968. Both are in very good with some edge creas

5 days LeftNASA Lunar Orbiter V Uncontrolled Mosaic Photomap & Topographic Map of Site 'Marius"

$50

NASA Lunar Orbiter V Uncontrolled Mosaic Photomap & Topographic Map of Site 'Schroteri's Valley: These are official NASA Lunar Uncontrolled Mosaic Photomap and Topographic Photomap of Lunar Orbiter V Site "Vallis Schroteri - North". These are First Edition maps from 1968. Both are in very good co

5 days LeftNASA Lunar Orbiter V Uncontrolled Mosaic Photomap & Topographic Map of Site 'Schroteri's Valley

$50

NASA Lunar Orbiter V Uncontrolled Mosaic Photomap & Topographic Map of Site "Aristarchus": These are official NASA Lunar Uncontrolled Mosaic Photomap and Topographic Photomap of Lunar Orbiter V Site "Aristarchus". These are First Edition maps from 1969. Both are in very good condition with

5 days LeftNASA Lunar Orbiter V Uncontrolled Mosaic Photomap & Topographic Map of Site "Aristarchus"

$50

NASA Lunar Orbiter V Uncontrolled Mosaic Photomap & Topographic Map of Site ' Gruithuisen': These are official NASA Lunar Uncontrolled Mosaic Photomap and Topographic Photomap of Lunar Orbiter V Site "Gruithuisen". These are First Edition maps from 1969. Both are in very good to near mint co

5 days LeftNASA Lunar Orbiter V Uncontrolled Mosaic Photomap & Topographic Map of Site ' Gruithuisen'

$50

1922 Photomap Co Aerial Map of Pasadena -- Aerial Photomap of Pasadena: Title: 1922 Photomap Co Aerial Map of Pasadena -- Aerial Photomap of Pasadena Cartographer: Photomap Company of Pasadena Year / Place: 1922, Pasadena Map Dimension (in.): 31 X 31 in. This is a large,

1 day Left1922 Photomap Co Aerial Map of Pasadena -- Aerial Photomap of Pasadena

$190

Océanique. Iles des Navigateurs #41 Samoa & American Samoa VANDERMAELEN 1827 map: CAPTION PRINTED BELOW PICTURE: Océanique - Iles des Navigateurs [Note sur l'Archipel des îles des Navigateurs] - No. 41 DATE PRINTED: 1827 IMAGE SIZE: Approx 51.5 x 63.0cm, 20.25 x 24.75 inc

2 days LeftOcéanique. Iles des Navigateurs #41 Samoa & American Samoa VANDERMAELEN 1827 map

$60

2 days LeftOcéanique. Iles des Navigateurs #41 Samoa & American Samoa VANDERMAELEN 1827 map

$60

More Items in Maps & Atlases

Gen. Sherman's "March to the Sea" Map: SHERMAN'S "MARCH TO THE SEA" MAP. Military Map Showing the Marches of the United States Forces under Command of Maj. Genl. W.T. Sherman U.S.A. During the Years 1863, 1864 1865. St. Louis, Missouri, 18

May 14, 2024Gen. Sherman's "March to the Sea" Map

$300

1755 Map Partie de l'Amerique Septentrionale, qui comprend Le Cours de L'Ohio...: Didier Robert de Vaugondy. Partie de l'Amérique Septentrionale, qui comprend Le Cours de L'Ohio, La Nlle. Angleterre, La Nlle. York, Le New Jersey, La Pennsylvanie, Le Maryland La Virginie, La Caroli

May 14, 20241755 Map Partie de l'Amerique Septentrionale, qui comprend Le Cours de L'Ohio...

$200

John Speed and Francis Lamb "Map of New England and New York", ca. 1676. Hand colored engraved map: John Speed and Francis Lamb "Map of New England and New York", ca. 1676. Hand colored engraved map with depictions of animals such as beavers, elk, bears, foxes, and more. Vivid colors. Slight tear up

6 days LeftJohn Speed and Francis Lamb "Map of New England and New York", ca. 1676. Hand colored engraved map

$900

17th century original map 1676 "Virginia and Maryland" by John Speed. 2 sided framing. Overall:: 17th century original map 1676 "Virginia and Maryland" by John Speed. 2 sided framing. Overall: 17.25 x 22in.

6 days Left17th century original map 1676 "Virginia and Maryland" by John Speed. 2 sided framing. Overall:

$325

American School 19th century, A School Girl Map of Florida: American School 19th century, A School Girl Map of Florida Inscribed, “Map of Florida drawn by A. Maintain,” watercolor and ink on paper, framed.   5 ¾ in. x 4 7/8 in. (sight) Pr

23 hrs LeftAmerican School 19th century, A School Girl Map of Florida

$250

Fritz Scholder (Native American, 1937-2005), Map 3: Fritz Scholder (Native American, 1937-2005), Map 3monotype in colors, pencil signed and titled, with full margins, gallery label to verso, framed. Sheet size 30 1/2 x 23 in.; Frame dimensions 39 1/4 x

4 days LeftFritz Scholder (Native American, 1937-2005), Map 3

$1,900

Fritz Scholder (Native American, 1937-2005), Map 7: Fritz Scholder (Native American, 1937-2005), Map 7monotype in colors, pencil signed and titled, with accompanying gallery paperwork and gallery label to verso, full margins, matted and framed. Sheet s

4 days LeftFritz Scholder (Native American, 1937-2005), Map 7

$3,100

Collection of (31) Civil War battle maps.: Published by the authority of the Honorable Secretary of War. To include: 1) four Atlantic Campaign maps for a battle which took place in 1864, published in 1874, 1876, and 1877, 25 1/2" x 26 1/2". 2)

5 days LeftCollection of (31) Civil War battle maps.

$225

William H. Williams (1817-1886), New Orleans "Map of the Sixth District and Carrollton," 1871, H.-: William H. Williams (1817-1886), New Orleans "Map of the Sixth District and Carrollton," 1871, printed by J. Manouvrier & D. Simon, New Orleans, 1871, lithograph on paper, with keys delineating struct

May 11, 2024William H. Williams (1817-1886), New Orleans "Map of the Sixth District and Carrollton," 1871, H.-

$650

Henry Bostwick, 1827, bound atlas "A Historical,: Chronological and genealogical Chart" exhibiting maps of "Ancient Countries, as well as a new scale of time charts" developed by Bostwick including countries in the Mediterranean, Greece, France, and

5 days LeftHenry Bostwick, 1827, bound atlas "A Historical,

$200

Eleven Army Corps of Engineers Port Series No. 1 Through No. 8 Books with Fold Out Maps: A group of Port Series books by the War Department US Army Corps of Engineers and Maritime Commission spanning 1928 to 1938, missing No. 4 in the series. Includes No. 1 Port of Portland Maine, No. 2 P

May 10, 2024Eleven Army Corps of Engineers Port Series No. 1 Through No. 8 Books with Fold Out Maps

$35

Schedel, Hartmann "Secunda Etas Mundi": Double page wood engraved map from the Latin version of the Nuremburg Chronicle, 1493

May 09, 2024Schedel, Hartmann "Secunda Etas Mundi"

$3,200

18th century map "Americae Septentrion" by Homann. Rarer early edition. Framed. Holes around outer: 18th century map "Americae Septentrion" by Homann. Rarer early edition. Framed. Holes around outer edge and staining. Inside frame sight: 19.25 x 23.5in. Overall: 22.75 x 27in.

6 days Left18th century map "Americae Septentrion" by Homann. Rarer early edition. Framed. Holes around outer

$250

18th century map of New Jersey. "A New and Accurate Map of New Jersey". W. Long, London. Map size 13: 18th century map of New Jersey. "A New and Accurate Map of New Jersey". W. Long, London. Map size 13 x 10.25in. Framed. 15 x 12in overall.

6 days Left18th century map of New Jersey. "A New and Accurate Map of New Jersey". W. Long, London. Map size 13

$100

Augustus Mitchell 1860 Map Of Texas: Augustus Mitchell 1860 Map Of Texas, Hand Colored Engravings On Paper, Sight 12 X 14 Inches, Later Frame 19 X 22 X 1 Inch, Paper Toned Especially At Edges By Mat, Not Examined Out Of Frame. See Photos

6 days LeftAugustus Mitchell 1860 Map Of Texas

$100

CAREY'S General Atlas Improved and Enlarged, being a Collection of Maps of the World and Quarters,: CAREY'S General Atlas Improved and Enlarged, being a Collection of Maps of the World and Quarters, folio, Philadelphia, published by M. Carey, No. 121 Chestnut Street 1815, 58 hand-coloured maps, most

2 days LeftCAREY'S General Atlas Improved and Enlarged, being a Collection of Maps of the World and Quarters,

€2,600

Recommended Transportation & Travel Collectibles

Arthur Stone (1847-1938) sterling silver monumental yachting trophy,: urn form. From the Eastern Yacht Club Cruise, 1913. Prize for the first-class schooner, won by Elena, which was owned by Morton Plant: a railroad baron, philanthropist, and avid yachtsman. He was a me

5 days LeftArthur Stone (1847-1938) sterling silver monumental yachting trophy,

$2,500

Thomas W Lawsons Polychromed Leather Nautical Panels from Dreamwold: From Thomas Lawsons historic Dreamwold Estate in Scituate come these magnificent leather panels with Nina, Pinta, Santa Maria. The artwork is fantastic and colorful. The vessels are shown under full s

May 11, 2024Thomas W Lawsons Polychromed Leather Nautical Panels from Dreamwold

$6,500

Japanese bronze articulated lobster, 19th: century, Meiji period, Okimono, unsigned, fully jointed and movable, missing one leg. 2 1/2" high, 15 1/2" long, 6" wide.

5 days LeftJapanese bronze articulated lobster, 19th

$375

May 14, 2024Gen. Sherman's "March to the Sea" Map

$300

Tiffany Silver Puzzle Game from Lawson Yacht Dreamer: Tiffany silver puzzle from the elegant steam yacht Dreamer owned by Thomas W. Lawson, the Copper King. The tray holds a bear seated on a capstan holding a rope. A cloisonne flag with Lawsons house fla

May 11, 2024Tiffany Silver Puzzle Game from Lawson Yacht Dreamer

$2,500

May 14, 20241755 Map Partie de l'Amerique Septentrionale, qui comprend Le Cours de L'Ohio...

$200

Ship model of the C3 Freighter Sea Star: The Sea Star is a typical C3 freighter scratch built by Ed Anton and shows careful detail and rigging. The case measures 30" long x 6" wide x 11" high and is in perfect condition. A simple and accurat

May 11, 2024Ship model of the C3 Freighter Sea Star

$150

Lot of Seven Richard Wagner Ocean Liner Models: A homemade case with a sliding glass front containing nine Richard Wagner (RIWAG) wood travel models. Wagner models are the German equivalent of Van Ryper models and are highly collectible. These have

May 11, 2024Lot of Seven Richard Wagner Ocean Liner Models

$200

Head of The Charles Solid Brass Signal Cannon: Antique early twentieth century solid brass yachtsmans signal cannon. Barrel is engraved "Sold by Charles C Hutchinson, 152 State Street, Boston." Hutchinson operated from 1893 to 1932 as a ship chand

May 11, 2024Head of The Charles Solid Brass Signal Cannon

$1,500

6 days LeftJohn Speed and Francis Lamb "Map of New England and New York", ca. 1676. Hand colored engraved map

$900

Travel Agency model of the Liberte' (former Europa) by Art Models Studio.: Travel Agency model of the Liberte' (former Europa) by Art Models Studio. in case 60" long x 16" high x 10" wide, ship is 53" (appx. 1:200) and in very nice condition. extraordinary detail for an illu

May 11, 2024Travel Agency model of the Liberte' (former Europa) by Art Models Studio.

$1,800

6 days Left17th century original map 1676 "Virginia and Maryland" by John Speed. 2 sided framing. Overall:

$325

Whaling Journal of Barque Cherokee 1846: Whaling journal of whalship Captain Jacob L Cleveland on board the Whaling Barque Cherokee from August 6, 1846 to February 8, 1849. This is quite a logbook packed with information, whalt stamps, poems

May 11, 2024Whaling Journal of Barque Cherokee 1846

$2,600

Bull Head Spigot from Coffee Urn salvaged from the wreck of schooner Thomas W Lawson: Here is a four inch long brass spigot for one of the two urns onboard the Thomas W Lawson recovered from the wreck. Lawson was most especially fond of his prize bulls and used the ?bulls head? through

May 11, 2024Bull Head Spigot from Coffee Urn salvaged from the wreck of schooner Thomas W Lawson

$150

German 800 silver yachting trophy awarded to the: yacht Ingomar in the 1904 Kiel-Trauemunde Race in which the Ingomar won and defeated Kaiser Willhelm's yacht. The Ingomar was owned by Morton Plant, American Railroad baron, industrialist, philanthrop

5 days LeftGerman 800 silver yachting trophy awarded to the

$750

23 hrs LeftAmerican School 19th century, A School Girl Map of Florida

$250

Following the Equator by Mark Twain. 1st Ed, 1st Printing. Hartford: American Publishing Co., 1897

Item Details

Description

"Following the Equator: A Journey Around the World" by Mark Twain (Samuel L. Clemens). Connecticut: The American Publishing Co, 1897. 1st Edition, 1 State ("11" on page 161). Hardcover. Very good condition. Spine head & tail and the tips are a lightly rubbed. Spine lightly faded (sunned). Pages lightly toned. Recurring crease extending the whole page starting from the title page and ending at page 14. More visible from the back of each of the pages. Page 15 top right corner folded. Previous owner's name on front free end paper.

"Following the Equator: A Journey Around the World" is a collection of Twain's observations and experiences as he traveled through India, South Africa, Australia, and Hawaii, among other countries. Through his humor, wit, and keen insight, Twain offers a unique and insightful look at the world and its people in the late 19th century. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the customs, cultures, and societies of the places he visited and is considered one of the greatest works of travel literature.

Condition

Very good condition. Spine head & tail and the tips are a lightly rubbed. Spine lightly faded (sunned). Pages lightly toned. Recurring crease extending the whole page starting from the title page and ending at page 14. More visible from the back of each of the pages. Page 15 top right corner folded.

Dimensions

9.25 x 2 x 6.5 in

Buyer's Premium

Following the Equator by Mark Twain. 1st Ed, 1st Printing. Hartford: American Publishing Co., 1897

Name: Following the Equator by Mark Twain. 1st Ed, 1st Printing. Hartford: American Publishing Co., 1897
SKU: 148739112
Price: 270 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $400 - $800

See Sold Price

Starting Price $100

Sell a Similar Item

21 bidders are watching this item.

Shipping & Pickup Options

Item located in Lorton, VA, us

See Policy for Shipping

Local Pickup Available

Payment

Accepts seamless payments through LiveAuctioneers

Ararity Auctions

TOP RATED

Lorton , VA, United States

121 Reviews

3,070 Followers