1912 “In South Seas” by Robert Louis Stevenson Leather-bound Book

Up for sale is a 1912 “In South Seas” by Robert Louis Stevenson Leather-bound Book! It measures 6 7/16” by 4 5/16” around the outside of the cover and contains 342 pages. The piece is in excellent overall condition with minor signs of wear consistent with its age and use (contains all pages; some scattered light surface wear outside cover). Please message us if you have any questions. Thanks!

This is a beautiful, highly collectible antique pocket edition of Robert Louis Stevenson's travel masterpiece, “In the South Seas”, published in London in 1912 by the prestigious house of Chatto & Windus. Subtitled "Being an Account of Experiences and Observations in the Marquesas, Paumotus and Gilbert Islands in the Course of Two Cruises, on the Yacht 'Casco' (1888) and the Schooner 'Equator' (1889)," this volume stands out as a foundational piece of Pacific travel literature. Part of the publisher's coveted early 20th century "Fine-Paper Edition" library series, this pocket-sized volume features a premium, publisher-upgraded burgundy leather binding that displays a tight, distinctively grained finish. The spine is heavily decorated with gorgeous, ornate gold-gilded accents and bright gold-leaf lettering, complemented by full all-edges gilt (AEG) page blocks and an integrated matching fabric ribbon page marker. The front cover showcases a stunning, central gold-embossed circular medallion featuring the intertwined "RLS" monogram surrounded by a beautifully detailed botanical wreath, while the title page anchors its authenticity with the classic Chatto & Windus publisher's emblem. Offering exceptional shelf appeal and an incredible tactile presentation, this vintage volume boasts a rich historical patina with minor, honest shelf wear to the spine caps and corners. It is an ideal addition for serious antiquarian book collectors focusing on fine leather bindings, Pacific exploration history, Stevensoniana, or decorative edgeware.

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