Second edition, revised and enlarged. Engraved additional title and 14 plates. [8],284,[24], [4]pp. Ads in the rear. Extra-illustrated with a later portrait of John Smith, newspaper clippings and other related material on the front endpapers and blanks. 8vo. Contemporary panelled calf, rebacked, joints worn and starting. Plate 11 with repaired tears, foxing to text. General Theological Seminary stamps and bookplates. Howes B410, "aa"; Sabin 5113; Church 885; European Americana 722/18; Pilling, Proof-Sheets 377; Streeter Sale 1099.

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First published in 1705, Beverley's History is one of the first histories of Virginia, written by a planter who spent most of his life there. The present edition contains important textual additions, including the author's theories on the desirability of Indian-White intermarriage. Also contains a brief section on Indian languages and learning.