Naval officer and oceanographer, Maury published the first textbook of modern oceanography. ALS signed “M. F. Maury,” one lined pale blue page, 7.5 x 10, March 23. Letter to a friend in his difficult to decipher hand, requesting the dispatch of a “pamphlet of magnetism.” In very good condition, with scattered toning, tape reinforcement to an edge and a few folds, scattered spotting and toning and a small caption affixed under text. Uncommon. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
