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GRANT, Charles (1749–c. 1818). The History of Mauritius, or the Isle of France, and the neighboring islands… London: W. Bulmer, 1801. 4to. 2 (of 3) folding maps (offsetting to maps, small marginal closed tear with repair); dedication, list of subscribers. Contemporary tree calf, raised bands, elaborate gilt centerpieces and scrollwork in compartments, new spine label (covers reattached with restoration along joints, inner hinges reinforced, intermittent browning). FIRST EDITION of Grant’s work on Mauritius, being the first detailed work in English on Mauritius.