The First Fifty Years of Dutch Colonisation as seen by callers
2 volumes, 222 + 527 pages, colour frontispiece in each volume, numerous maps and illustrations, brown cloth gilt, a good set in slightly frayed and soiled dust jackets.
'During the first fifty years of Dutch colonisation at the Cape of Good Hope many travellers arrived in Table Bay, on their way to the East: some came voluntarily, others by force of circumstance. They came ashore, looked around, observed strange indigenous people, interesting plants and animals; they visited the little settlement, met the local personalities, wondered at the way-of-life. They also consulted and negotiated with the Dutch Officials, and sought help in their difficulties. And, most frequently they recorded their impressions...'. Editor's note.
- Jacket Condition: Good
- Binding Condition: Good
- Overall Condition: Good
- Size: 4to (285 x 210 mm)
- Sold By: Clarke's Africana & Rare Books
- Contact Person: Paul Mills
- Country: South Africa
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- Telephone: 021 794 0600
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