The Great Earthquake in Japan 1891 by H. Tennant
[Japan] The Great Earthquake in Japan, October 28th, 1891, Being a full description of the disasters resulting from the recent terrible catastrophe, taken from the accounts in the "Hyogo News" by its Special Correspondent, and from other Sources. Excessively rare book that was compiled by Henry Tennant of The Hyogo News. The first edition appeared at the end of 1891, just after the earthquake but contained no illustrations. As mentioned in the preface to this second edition, illustrations from photographs were included along with four original etchings by Georges Bigot. Tennant committed suicide in 1898 and the two prefaces in this copy of the book have been removed for some reason. They are supplied in facsimile here.
Kobe. The Hyogo News. 1892.
pp.[10], 60, [4] + 12 illustrations + 4 etchings. 17.3 x 24.2cm.
In good condition. Covers with age wear. Binding is a little weak. Japan Society London stamp on front cover and small, circular sticker at lower left. Preface to first edition and preface to second edition supplied in facsimile. Donation inscription to Japan Society by J.C. Martin dated 1893 at bottom of title page. Otherwise very good. b34111303
