Burrow, (John)

TRAVELS IN THE WILDS OF SOUTH AFRICA

Published: A.A. Balkema, Cape Town, 1971

Edition: First Edition

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Being the diary of a young scientific assistant who accompanied Sir Andrew Smith in the expedition of 1834 – 1836.

De Luxe Binding. Of this edition, one hundred copies have been bound full leather and numbered in sequence. This is copy 39.

Edited with notes and index by Percival R Kirby.

John Burrow was a youth of eighteen who made a straightforward, concise description of his journey as a member of Dr Andrew Smith’s exploratory party to the northern areas of South Africa. Pencil sketches are illuminating and charming and contribute to the atmoshere and enjoyment of the book.

  • Jacket Condition: Good
  • Binding Condition: Very good
  • Overall Condition: Good
  • Size: 8vo (225 x 150 mm)
  • Name: Mantis Books
  • Contact Person: Charl Yates
  • Country: South Africa
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Telephone: 0833219905
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