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Roosevelt, (Theodore)

THROUGH THE BRAZILIAN WILDERNESS

Published: John Murray, London, 1914

Edition: First UK Edition

Reserve: $40

Approximately:

Estimate: $65

Bidding opens: 28 May 16:30 GMT

Bidding closes: 4 Jun 16:30 GMT

Ships from: South Africa

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Rebound in full genuine leather with titles in golden gilt to the spine and front board. 

374 pages, black and white photographs and illustrations, map. A rebound copy in good condition. 

A second folding map at rear, showing the route of the expedition, is incomplete. 

Theodore Roosevelt, mostly known for his Presidency of the United States of America, was an avid explorer, hunter, and naturalist. Through the Brazilian Wilderness gives a thorough description of his expedition into the jungles of Brazil as a part of the Roosevelt-Rondon Scientific Expedition. It notes the discovery of plants and animals, exotic findings, hunting and wildlife. This account is illustrated with more than 50 photographs taken by Kermit Roosevelt and other expedition members.

  • Binding Condition: Very good
  • Overall Condition: Good
  • Size: 17 x 24 cm


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