Schweinfurth G Ed (3 results)
More imagesEmin Pasha in Central Africa. Being a Collection of His Letters and Journals.
Pasha, Emin ; G. Schweinfurth et al (ed.), R.W. Felkin (translator)
Published by London, George Philip and Son, 1888, 1888
- Hardcover
- First Edition
Seller: Treasure House Books, Franschhoek, WCAPE, South AfricaTreasure House Books
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. First Edition. With the two portraits and the map. The detailed colour map of the Emin Pasha Relief Expedition from coast to coast including the Congo Free State is complete but has a few closed tears. Frontispiece still has tissue paper intact. Very good indeed with bright gilt on s…pine and gilt decoration on the front board. Neat Lindley bookplate inside front board.Neat contemporary signature on half title page. Mary E. Lindley, Claremont House, 1889. Africana. Hardback. No dj.
More imagesPublished by Georg Reimer, Berlin, 1868
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Seller: PEMBERLEY NATURAL HISTORY BOOKS BA, ABA, Iver, United KingdomPEMBERLEY NATURAL HISTORY BOOKS BA, ABA
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Condition: Very Good. xl, 52, 35 fine plain lithographic plates. . HB. 4to (350x270mm), buckram, gt title to spine, light spotting to edges; some foxing. Vg. Text German. This important botanical work is by the German botanist, ethnologist and African explorer Georg August Schweinfurth (1836 -1925). It describes and illustrates…many new species of plants that the Austrian botanist and explorer Theodor Kotschy (1813 -1866) collected from 'free negroes' during his travels from 1837 to 1839 while he was companion to the Austrian geologist, Joseph Ritter von Russegger (1802-1863). Together they explored mountains south of Kordofan (a former province of central Sudan).With a biographical sketch of T. Kotschy by O. Kotschy. As with most copies, lacks the portrait of Kotschy.
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Seller: Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, IndiaGyan Books Pvt. Ltd.
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Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine l…ends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1888. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: : - 565, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 565 565.
