Deluxe travelogue describing Sir Moses Montefiore’s diplomatic mission to the Sultan in Morocco, written by his personal physician. First edition. London, 1866.
183, xii pages. Colored portraits and lithographs.
Travelogue describing Sir Moses Montefiore’s journey to Morocco, where he pleaded with the Sultan to give rights to the Jews. He convinced the Sultan to issue a law protecting his Jewish citizens. The book was written by Dr. Thomas Hodgkin (1798-1866), Montefiore’s personal medical assistant during his many travels.Deluxe edition including colored lithographs depicting the journey and a title page picture of the author and Sir Montefiore.
Original, luxurious binding with gold, North African-style embossing, gilt edges. Rubbed binding, missing cloth from the spine. Aging stains. Fine condition.