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Auction #115 begins on 30 May 2024

SPEKE J H

Journal of the Discovery of the Source of the Nile

Published: William Blackwood, London, 1863

Edition: 1st

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One of the iconic works of African exploration - the two explorers' discoveries had great geographical significance at the time and solved one of the great mysteries of the continent, even if only partly.xxxi, 658 pp, frontis (portrait of Speke), 25 plates + many text illus mainly by Grant, spot colored map in facsimile (in rear pocket showing route in red), and sketchmap in text [xxxxii, ads]. Original boards, re-backed with original backstrip laid down, eps replaced
  • Jacket Condition: none
  • Binding Condition: Very good
  • Overall Condition: Very good
  • Size: 230 x150 mm
  • 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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