Arnold Henry Savage Landor (2 June 1865 26 December 1924) was an English painter, explorer, writer, and anthropologist. An inveterate traveller know for his witty writing style, he visited America, Japan, Korea, China, Nepal, Tibet, Abyssinia and Brazil. This book covers his journey through Abyssinia and Somali-land.
Hurst and Blackett, London. 1907 First Edition. 396 & 511 pp with illustrations and map at rear of volume 1.
In original green boards with gilt title and decor on upper cover and gilt titling on spine. Some rubbing around edges but otherwise boards are in good condition. Foxing in prelims and sporadically throughout with volume 2 slightly less foxed. Map tear has been repaired with Japanese tissue paper.
- Binding Condition: Good
- Overall Condition: Good
- Size: 24.5x18
- Sold By: Africana Books
- Contact Person: Stefan Blank
- Country: South Africa
- Email: [email protected]
- Telephone: 021 4475741
- Preferred Payment Methods: Direct deposit/EFT to our account, or Visa, Master & Amex cards - but an extra 5% will be debited for card chgs.. Paypal also welcome, but 7% charge will be levied, as there are PP &repatriation fees to be paid.
- Trade Associations: Member of SABDA
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