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Auction #130 begins on 09 Apr 2026

Smith (Stephen J.)

THE HUNTER AND THE GO-AWAY BIRD (1992)

Contains two original photographs of the author

Published: The Author, Birnam Park, 1992

Edition: First Edition

Reserve: $40

Approximately:

Estimate: $70

Bidding opens: 9 Apr 16:30 GMT

Bidding closes: 16 Apr 16:30 GMT

Ships from: South Africa

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Publisher's hardcover binding with illustrated dust jacket.

274pp. Illustrated. Two original photographs of the author stapled to the front endpaper.

Binding sound. Dust jacket very good.

'This book is not and autobiography in the strict sense of the word, for the Author has related only that part of his career which concerns his hunting experiences over a period of nearly forty years. Forever seeking and often finding the humorous side of life during his 'Ramblings', this book is a remarkable collection of episodes and experiences with sportsmen from all over the world that the Author has taken out 'on Safari' in Africa and elsewhere. There are encounters with Big Game and people, which are both exciting, sometimes dangerous and sometimes sad. As the Author says

"I was a hunter moving from one area to another as the game and the clients requirements dictated, so this book also jumps from one subject to another. The result is a jumble of experiences which is typical of the Professional Hunter's life".

If there are any heroes in the tale, then let them be the Big Game animals themselves which the author has always treated with a great deal of admiration, understanding and respect.' - editor's note

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  • Jacket Condition: Very Good
  • Binding Condition: Very Good


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