Wanderings and Adventures in the Interior of Southern Africa
London: Longman & Co, 1835. Vol 1: x+330pp Vol 2: v+358pp Besides descriptions of the native inhabitants, settlements, early travelers and an interesting account of the wreck of the Grosvernor, Mendelssohn notes that the author was "an industrious and able collector and naturalist, and the volumes contain much valuable information concerning the fauna of the country". A scarce copy in original publisher's cloth, bindings in exceptional well preserved condition, partially unopened. Internally some heavy to moderate toning and foxing on plates as is typical for this edition, due to the low quality paper used. Vol I with some worming visible between p114-124 close to gutter at top of page, not affecting text Previously sold by Buddenbrooks with their infosheet. Mendelssohn 235 by 150mm (9¼ by 6 inches). Item #32896
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