Edition: First Edition
Published By: Chapman and Hall
Hardback. First Edition. Handsomely re-bound in half burgundy leather with marble paper covered boards and five raised bands and black title band to the spine. New endpapers with beautifully written inscritpions dated 1909 to one of the blank pages. The title page and prelims are a little grubby, with slight edge wear, however, the rest of the pages are clean and in good condition. Beautifully illustrated throughout. pp. xxiii + 530. A pioneering 19th century work chronicling the history, and thrilling voyages of ballooning, detailing Turnor's own ascents.
Book Condition: Very Good
Author: Hatton Turnor
Ref: 122549
Price £165.00
