Pioneering naval officer, meteorologist, and oceanographer (1806-1873) who published the first textbook of modern oceanography. ALS signed “M. F. Maury,” one page, 7.5 x 9.75, March 23, [annotated 1851 in pencil]. Letter to a friend, concerning the dispatch of a "pamphlet about magnetism." In very good to fine condition, with scattered staining and soiling, mounting remnants along one reverse edge, and an affixed caption below the signature.
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