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Excitement, adventure and really wild things. Filling in the blanks on the maps and visiting far flung places unspoilt by the modern world and tourism.
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1908-1910 Theodore M. Davis's Excavations: Biban El Moluk: Siphtah, Queen Tiyi, IouiyaLondon: 1908-1910Association copies of three scarce first edition volumes detailing Theodore M. Davis's excavations in the Valley of the Kings with beautifully illustrated plates.
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Signed1909 In the Canaries with a CameraLondon: 1909A signed presentation copy of the first edition of this very scarce early twentieth century guide to the Canary Islands.
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Signed1893 The Life of Captain Richard F. Burton, K.C.M.G., F.R.G.S.London: 1893A signed association copy of the first edition of Isabel Burton's biography of her husband, explorer Richard Francis Burton. With three photographs, and a letter from Isabel inserted in which she discusses the process of writing this work.
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Signed1931 South Africa RevisitedNot Stated: 1931A signed first edition of Siegfried Bettmann's scarce personal account of his return to South Africa.
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Signed1902 The Uganda ProtectorateLondon: 1902A signed presentation copy of the first edition of Sir Harry H. Johnston's two volume study of the history and people of Uganda.
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Signed1897 On the Threshold of Central AfricaLondon: 1897A signed first edition of Coillard's accounts of his expeditions from Banyai to Barotsi and Sefula.
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1904 The Golden TradeTeignmouth: 190417th century explorer Richard Jobson recounts his expedition along the River Gambia in this uncommon, limited edition reprint of The Golden Trade
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Signed1970 Masai the MagnificentNairobi: 1970A smart limited edition, signed copy of this history of the Masai.
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Signed1902 EgyptLondon: 1902A striking signed limited edition work by Robert Talbot Kelly recounting his travels and experiences in Egypt, complete with seventy-five colour plates.
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Signed1909 Handbook of Egyptian Gods and AmuletsCairo: 1909A signed presentation copy of the scarce first edition of R. H. Blanchard, illustrated with images of fifty-four specimens.
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Signed1953 Rhodesian GenesisBulwayo: 1953A signed copy of the scarce first edition of this illustrated historical study of Zimbabwe from Neville Jones.
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1969 Journal of a Visit to South Africa in 1815 and 1816Cape Town: 1969A faithful facsimile of a Christian missionary's travels to South Africa, an interesting travel work complete with colour plates.
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1970 Travels and Adventures in Eastern AfricaCape Town: 1970A limited edition copy of this collection of Nathanial Isaacs' adventures in Eastern Africa, newly revised and edited by Louis Herman and Percival Kirby.
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Signed1891 With the BeduinsLondon: 1891A presentation copy of the scarce first edition of Gray Hill's account of his time amongst the Bedouin's in the late nineteenth century.
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Signed1927 Seven Years in Southern AbyssiniaLondon: 1927An illustrated travel memoir of Sir Arnold Hodson's journey to Abyssinia, a signed presentation copy from the author to the son of one of his senior officials.
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Signed1933 A Fossicker in AngolaLondon: 1933A lovely presentation copy of this very scarce work, from the library of Henry Nevinson and Evelyn Sharp.
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Signed1930 Kenya MountainLondon: 1930The second edition of Dutton's account of his ascent of Mount Kenya in 1926, signed by the author and illustrated throughout.
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Signed1921 The Measurement of the Nile Through the Sluices of the Assuan DamWestminster: 1921A presentation copy of this very scarce report on the volumes of water discharged through the sluices of the Assuan dam.
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1914 Run-Off of Main Drains in Lower EgyptLondon: 1914A very scarce discussion of water run-off in early twentieth century Egypt under British administration. The author's own copy.
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1926 Gebel Aulia Dam and other Subsidiary Works on the White Nile, SudanWestminster: 1926A very scarce printing of a contract composed buy the Egyptian government for the construction of the White Nile's Gebel Aulia dam.
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1933 Gebel Aulia Dam and other Subsidiary Works on the White Nile, SudanWestminster: 1933The fascinating and very scarce contract made between the Egyptian Government and the engineers employed to construct the Gebel Aulia Dam on the White Nile.
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1922 Contract for the Construction of A Dam and Subsidiary Works at MakwarLondon: 1922The very scarce contract made between the Sudan Government and the engineers employed to construct the Sennar Dam on the Blue Nile, revealing fascinating insights into the irrigation techniques of the day.
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Signed1955 Inside AfricaNew York: 1955A first edition of John Gunther's exploration of Africa, a detailed and exciting travel work inscribed by the author to his friend Audrey Pleydell-Bouverie.
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Signed1957 Exploration du Parc National de la GarambaBruxelles: 1957The very scarce signed first edition of this French biologist's scientific study of the bats of the Congo's Garamba National Park.
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1900 Must, Hashish and BloodLondon: 1900An intriguing and exciting volume detailing a picture of the Algerian desert as France presents it to us through these short stories he wrote about his experiences. An excellent limited edition copy privately printed for subscribers only, illustrated.
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Signed1894 Chronicles of UgandaLondon: 1894An interesting association copy of this extensive study on Uganda, signed by the author to his uncle-in-law.
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Signed1911 Man and Beast in Eastern EthiopiaLondon: 1911Bland-Sutton's journal of his time hunting in Eastern Ethiopia, signed by him to the title page.
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Signed1992 Robert Jacob Gordon 1743-1795: the Man and his Travels at the CapeWinchester: 1992One of 150 limited editions of this biography of Dutch explorer Robert Jacob Gordon, signed by the author.
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Signed1915 Inaka or Reminiscences of Rokkosan and Other RocksKobe: 1915-1924A very scarce collection of recollections regarding the mountains of Rokko-san. Compiled by 'The Bell Goat', a member of the Japan Alpine Club.
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1853 Narrative of a Mission to Central AfricaLondon: 1853A smartly bound first edition set of James Richardson's narrative of his mission to central Africa. An association copy, owned by the author's nephew.
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1793 The History of Dahomy an Inland Kingdom of AfricaLondon: 1793A first edition of Archibald Dalzel's memoirs of his time in Dahomy, Africa. A noted defence of the slave trade, this association copy has been signed from the author's son to his friend William Shaw.
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1818 Narrative of an Expedition to Explore the River Zaire Usually Called the CongoLondon: 1818John Kirk's copy of the first edition of this important travel work regarding Tuckey's expedition along the River Congo.
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1915 A Yorkshireman Abroad or Under the Southern Cross EJ Smith SignedLondon: 1915A scarce second edition signed copy of this early twentieth century volume of travel writing. Profusely illustrated throughout with photographs taken by the author whilst on the trip.
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Signed1929 Jungle Gods by Carl von Hoffman Author's Presentation Copy IllustratedNew York: 1929The first edition of this study of the native religions of Africa from the early twentieth century.
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Signed1884 The Scourge of Christendom Playfair First Edition Signed by Author IllustratedLondon: 1884A first edition Association copy signed by the author, complete with 7 plates that include single and folded page illustrations and folded maps.
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Signed1899 In Dwarf Land and Cannibal Country Lloyd Kennaway Illus 1st SignedLondon: 1899Albert Lloyd's tales of being a missionary for four years in Central Africa, signed by the author to the recto of front endpaper.