1944 Patagonia
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Description
First Edition, Illustrated
A first edition, illustrated throughout in monochrome, including a map in the text.
Selected and edited by Argentinian historian Teodoro Caillet-Bois.
This work was No. 48 in the Coleccion Buen Aire.
In the Spanish language.
From the library of Eric Kenneth Prentice Back. Kenn Back was a British meteorologist with the British Antarctic survey for many years. He spent eight winters in the Antarctic and is a descendent of Captain George Back. In addition, he served as base commander at Halley, Faraday and Rothera stations. His library collection was built over decades and highlights his love of polar exploration.
Condition
Rebacked in a quarter cloth binding, with the original paper boards preserved. Externally generally smart; a little worn to the extremities and edges. Ownership bookplate to the front pastedown. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean.
Very Good
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