Travels In The Interior Districts Of Africa: Performed Under The Direction And Patronage Of The African Association, In The Years 1795, 1796, And 1797
London: W. Bulmer And Co., 1799. Edition: Second Edition., Binding: Contemporary calf boards, recent expert rebacking. 5 raised bands in 6 compartments. Title in gilt in maroon label in 2. Gilt motifs and rules in compartments, date of publication in gilt in last compartment. Gilt on board front and top edges. Dentelles in black, diagonal pattern. All edges speckled. , Notes: Mungo Park (1771 – 1806) was a Scottish explorer of West Africa. , Size: 4to.(263x212mm). , Illustration: Including 3 fold-out maps and 2 fold-out plates, 3 full-page plates, frontispiece of author’s portrait, and song from travels with lyrics and notes arranged for voice and piano. Including appendix by Major Rennell. , Category: Book Africa General;. Very good example, some toning to pages, interior otherwise good. Item #B6718
Price: $2,250.00