Oak Knoll

This catalogue is the result of over forty years of acquisitions and cataloguing efforts by the curators of the James Ford Bell Library. Near fine condition. Very scarce.

The items in this catalogue reflect Bell's curiosity with original source materials relating to the history of European expansion prior to 1800, with a particular emphasis on the mercantile aspects. Texts include documents regarding navigation, astronomy, law governing maritime trade, cartography, commercial and colonial expansion, and much more. The holdings are listed alphabetically, usually by author. Each item contains short annotations. From the reference library of Philadelphia Rare Books & Manuscripts with their bookplate included.