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1946 Charcot Explorateur des Mers Polaires
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Description
Colour Plates, Illustrated, Publishers' Original Binding, Rebound
In the original French.
A charming biographical look at Jean-Baptiste Charcot, a children's work on the polar explorer and scientist.
Illustrated in colour throughout.
Written by Jean Senard.
Illustrated by Res.
Bookplate of Kenn Back to the front pastedown. 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.
Undated, dated from WorldCat.
Condition
In the original quarter cloth binding with paper to the boards, rebacked with the original boards restored. Externally, smart. A little rubbing and a few light marks to the boards. Hinges have been restored. Bookplate to the front pastedown. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean.
Very Good Indeed
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