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Auction #120 begins on 16 Jan 2025

Alexander (Barns, T.)

The Wonderland of the Eastern Congo

The Region of the Snow-Crowned Volcanoes, the Pygmies, the Giant Gorilla, and the Okapi

Published: Putnam's Sons, London, 1922

Edition: First Edition

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Published by G. P. Putnam's Sons, London, 1922. 1st edition. xxxv, 288pp. Very good brown buckram boards with gilt title to spine, black and gilt centre-piece of Gorilla on upper board. Moderate marking/soiling with some wear to corners. Binding square and tight. Top edge gilt. Monochrome plates; folding map at back. Mild marginal foxing and spotting throughout. 

Thomas Alexander Barns (1881-1930) was an English explorer, big game hunter, author, artist and naturalist.

  • Binding Condition: Very Good
  • Overall Condition: Very Good
  • Size: Large 8vo
  • Sold By: White Eagle Books
  • Contact Person: Andrew Saidi
  • Country: United Kingdom
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