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Auction #119 begins on 14 Nov 2024

Graham Ross

THE ROMANCE OF CAPE MOUNTAIN PASSES

Published: David Philip, Cape Town, 2002

Edition: First

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xv, 224 pages: illustrations (some colour), portraits, maps (chiefly colour). Paper covered boards, dust wrapper.   

Published to mark the 100th anniversary of the founding of the South African Institution of Civil Engineering, 1903-2003.                     

There are more than 490 mountain passes in the Western, Eastern and Northern Cape, in areas of spectacular natural scenery. Many are over a century old, and the product of considerable engineering feats. They give access to communities, providing ways through and over natural barriers. The book highlights approximately 50 of the best known passes.

Unusual to find in hardcover edition.

  • Jacket Condition: Near Fine
  • Binding Condition: Near Fine
  • Overall Condition: Near Fine
  • Size: 24,5 x 17 cm
  • Sold By: Mantis Books
  • Contact Person: Charl Yates
  • Country: South Africa
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Telephone: 0833219905
  • Preferred Payment Methods: EFT & Paypal
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