This enthralling book brilliantly describes the passionate struggles that have taken place in order to utilize, protect and understand the wonder that is the Amazon. Hemmings riveting account recalls the adventures and misadventures down the centuries of the explorers, missionaries, indigenous Indians, naturalists, rubber barons, scientists, anthropologists, archaeologists, political extremists, prospectors and many more, who have been in thrall to the Amazon, the largest river in the world, with the greatest expanse of tropical rain forest and most luxuriant biological diversity on earth.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
John Hemming was Director and Secretary of the Royal Geographical Society in London from 1975 to 1996.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Seller: BooksRun, Philadelphia, PA, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. With dust jacket. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting. Seller Inventory # 0500514011-11-1-29
Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Hardback. Condition: Fair. Describes the struggles that have taken place in order to utilize, protect and understand the wonder that is the Amazon. This account recalls the adventures and misadventures down the centuries of the explorers, missionaries, indigenous Indians, naturalists, rubber barons, scientists, anthropologists, archaeologists, and political extremists. Seller Inventory # 00110520785
Seller: World of Books Inc, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Hardback. Condition: Fair. Describes the struggles that have taken place in order to utilize, protect and understand the wonder that is the Amazon. This account recalls the adventures and misadventures down the centuries of the explorers, missionaries, indigenous Indians, naturalists, rubber barons, scientists, anthropologists, archaeologists, and political extremists. Seller Inventory # CIN0500514011A
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Condition: Good. illustrated edition. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 7917294-6
Seller: AardBooks, Fitzwilliam, NH, U.S.A.
Condition: VG+/Near Fine (see notes). 1st US. 8vo. 368pp. Slight cant to spine. Seller Inventory # MAIN036331I
Seller: Lost Paddle Books, IOBA, Albany, CA, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. First Edition. In green blindstamped boards with gilt to type on spine. Green ribbon marker with some fraying to the end. Light wear to spine ends with Bump to heel. Sharp corners, clean interior and tight binding. Jacket is unclipped, glossy and beautiful. 1st Printing. Seller Inventory # LPB010854JH
Seller: Andrew Isles Natural History Books, Prahran, VIC, Australia
Octavo, dustwrapper,368 pp.,illustrations. This enthralling book brilliantly describes the passionate struggles that have taken place in order to utilize, protect and understand the wonder that is the Amazon. Hemmings riveting account recalls the adventures and misadventures down the centuries of the explorers, missionaries, indigenous Indians, naturalists, rubber barons, scientists, anthropologists, archaeologists, political extremists, prospectors and many more, who have been in thrall to the Amazon, the largest river in the world, with the greatest expanse of tropical rain forest and most luxuriant biological diversity on earth. Also available in paperback [stock id 30685]. Seller Inventory # 28256
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: Stirling Books, Stirling, United Kingdom
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Hardback: Very Good Condition. Dust Jacket: Very Good Condition. Pages Bright, Clean And Unmarked. Binding Tight And Secure. Clean Covers, Minimal Wear. Photograph Is Added By Selling Site And Not Ours, Therefore May Not Reflect This Edition Or Condition. Please Contact Us For Pictures If Desired. Seller Inventory # 046307
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: Stephen White Books, Bradford, United Kingdom
hardcover. Condition: Good. Ex-library book, usual marking. Clean copy in good condition. With Dust Cover. Quick dispatch from UK seller. Seller Inventory # mon0000572075
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: GoldBooks, Denver, CO, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: new. New Copy. Customer Service Guaranteed. Seller Inventory # 45Z27_47_0500514011