GEOGRAPHICAL AND INSTRUCTIVE LIBRARY for young people or collection of interesting journeys in all parts of the world... by Campe. Paris, Dufour, an X-1802-1807; 71 (of 72) vol. in-18 (131 x 77 mm), shagreened calf, smooth spines decorated with gilt diamond fleurons (Period bindings). 12 large coloured folded maps and 61 figures, some folded; 1 folded f. of Table. Rare collection, almost complete (1 volume missing), of a history of the great voyages intended for young people: Vasco de Gama, Magellan, Thévenot, Chardin, Cook, Barrow, Sparrman, Vancouver... It was published over a period of five years; there is virtually no known complete collection (very partial collections at the CCFR; only one at public sale in 10 years). A very fine copy in attractive uniform contemporary bindings (minor worm damage to 5 vols.).