Barrier of Spears!.........this is the Zulu name (Quathlamba) given to the jagged spires of the Drakensberg Mountains.
R.O. Pearse covers in this book, for the first time, the full story of this timeless mountain world, and of the men who climb its high peaks. It is a story of high adventure and mystery, of tragedy and stark drama, and of man's unconquerable determination in the face of tremendous odds.
Hardback with unclipped dustcover, maps to endpapers. Board are blue and white. 304 pages text with supporting illustrations, photographs, data and information. Inscribed and signed by Pearse. 1.10.73, back of half-title page.. Slight offset to endpapers.
- Jacket Condition: Very Good
- Binding Condition: Very Good
- Overall Condition: Very Good
- Size: 29 X 22cm
- Sold By: Quathlamba Winds Books
- Contact Person: Ian & Yvonne Halford
- Country: United Kingdom
- Email: [email protected]
- Telephone: 01743 361772
- Preferred Payment Methods: Paypal-Cheques-Direct Transfer to UK Bank.
- Trade Associations: SABDA
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