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Auction #115 begins on 30 May 2024

Percival, A. Blayney

A Game Ranger's Note Book

Published: Nisbet, London, 1927

Edition: 3rd printing

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Percival spent thirty years in Africa, much of it as a member of the Kenya Colony Game Department. This book reflects his vast knowledge of the game and its habitat, with important descriptions of the terrain and numerous hunting adventures. The various species of Kenyan game are presented in chapters, and includes lion (7 chapters); leopard and cheetah; elephant (2); rhinoceros (2); hippo; buffalo (2); as well as chapters on plains game. First edition, third printing. Original green cloth with bright gilt spine titles. Tiny split to spine head, square corners. Original endpapers firm and tight. Well illustrated with photo plates and folding map. Scattered light foxing. A very good, tight copy and uncommon in such bright condition,

  • Binding Condition: Very Good Plus
  • Overall Condition: Very Good Plus
  • Size: Octavo
  • Sold By: Classic Arms Books
  • Contact Person: Ken Czech
  • Country: United States
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  • Telephone: 320-255-1870
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