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A deluxe signed limited edition of Australian Rare Books 1788–1900, the definitive bibliographical survey of Australia’s earliest printed works.
Issued in only 125 numbered copies and signed by Jonathan Wantrup, this is the copy serious collectors wait years to find.
Issued in only 125 numbered and signed copies worldwide, this deluxe Hordern House edition of Australian Rare Books 1788–1900 was created specifically for elite collectors and major libraries.
It is universally regarded as the definitive bibliographical reference for Australia’s foundational printed works. Copies from this limited signed edition almost never surface on the open market and are typically held long-term in private and institutional collections, making this a genuine “one-chance” acquisition for serious Australiana collectors.
Once this copy sells, you should assume you will never see another signed deluxe copy publicly offered again.
Deluxe limited signed edition in very good to near fine condition. Clean, tight, and complete text block with all plates present. Light handling wear only, consistent with careful reference use. Binding remains sharp and structurally sound. Author’s signature as issued to the limitation. Prior private ownership signature (“Hampers”) to title page only.
No library stamps, no missing pages, no repairs, and no structural defects. Please review all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description
