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1951 The Antarctic Problem
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Publishers' Original Binding, With Dustwrapper
This work outlines the history of the ownership of Antarctica, as well as the contemporary disputes regarding possession.
Illustrated with full plates and a folding map.
With an unclipped dust wrapper.
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.
Loosely inserted are a number of photographs taken by Kenn Back, of the 'John Biscoe' off Horseshoe Island, and of Montevideo.
Condition
In the publisher's original full cloth binding with an unclipped dust wrapper. Externally generally smart, with some bumping to the head and tail of the spine. The front flap of the dust wrapper is split in two; otherwise, it has some chipping to the head and tail of the spine and other general wear. Ownership bookplate to the verso of the front endpaper. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean.
Very Good Indeed
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