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Auction #131 begins on 21 May 2026

Pearse, (Malcolm) [Signed]

A CAMERA IN QUATHLAMBA:

photographing the Drakensberg

Published: Howard Timmins, Cape Town, 1980

Edition: First edition

Reserve: $40

Approximately:

Estimate: $50

Bidding opens: 21 May 16:30 GMT

Bidding closes: 28 May 16:30 GMT

Ships from: South Africa

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224 pages: illustrations. Quarto. Paper covered boards, dust wrapper in unusually fine condition, but with slight rubbing along the lower edge.

Signed and dated inscription from Pearse on title page.


A classic of mountaineering in South Africa. Pearse documents the achievements of those who climbed the inaccessible peaks of the Berg and recalls those who did not return from their climbs. Illustrated by 150 dramatic photographs depicting the Drakensberg in all its moods. First edition seldom seen.

  • Jacket Condition: Excellent
  • Binding Condition: Excellent
  • Overall Condition: Excellent
  • Size: 33 x 26 cm


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