Edition: First Thus
Published By: The Folio Society
Publication Date: 2007
St Mary's Books is proud to present The Folio Society's 2007 release of Mary Kingsley's extraordinary 1897 travelogue Travels In West Africa - containing 260 pages alongside an introductory section (i-xxv). The author chronicles various journeys through 1890s West Africa whilst she collects zoological specimens and conducts anthropological studies. As Kingsley details expeditions through the likes of Libreville, The Rembwe and Cameroon; illustrations, maps and photographs are featured and act as a helpful visual guide to the text. This edition was edited by renowned writer Elspeth Huxley, it includes an enlightnening introduction by Sara Wheeler as well as a preface by the author, both of which providing valuable insight into the fascinating life and attitudes of Mary Kingsley.This book is in very good condition with no notable blemishes. It displays a lovely illustrated cloth binding, housed within an orange protective slipcase. Travels In West Africa is a book that captivates the reader with its unique perspective and intriguing circumstance and this edition would be a wonderful gift to any curious reader.
Book Condition: Very Good
Author: Mary Kingsley
Binding: Cloth
Ref: 124070
Price £12.00
