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LOCKE (John). A History of Navigation: Its Beginnings, Progress, and Discoveries to the Present. Translated from the English. The Trade of the West Indies. With a catalog of the best geographical maps and travel books, and a description of their authors. Paris, Ganeau, 1722. 2 vols. in-12, speckled calf, spine with decorated raised bands. First edition of the French translation of this rare work, which provides a historical overview tracing the origins of navigation as well as major maritime expeditions, with one section dedicated to trade with the West Indies. In addition, it contains an annotated bibliography and a catalog of the finest geographical maps, as well as travel accounts from the period. (Chadenat 84; Polak 6077.) A fine copy.
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