Explore our collection of rare and important books relating to exploration, geography and social history. Highlights include accounts of James Cook’s third voyage, featuring the first published map of Hawaii; the monumental Navigationi et Viaggi compiled by Giovanni Battista Ramusio; and the groundbreaking social survey Life and Labour of the People in London by Charles Booth.

Each book is selected for its historical importance. New material is added as significant examples in good condition become available.