John Boyes King of the Wa-Kikuyu.

[Boyes (J.)] Bulpett (C.W.L., Editor).

Description:

[Boyes (J.)] Bulpett (C.W.L.). John Boyes King of the Wa-Kikuyu. A True Story of Travel and Adventure in Africa. Written by himself. Edited by C.W.L. Bulpet. With twelve illustrations and a Map. Methuen & Co. Ltd, London, 1911.
8vo., First Edition, xvi,320pp., with 12 illustrations (one lacking) and a map; red cloth gilt (spine faded and a touch soiled, extremities and covers mellowed, piece of cloth lacking of lower turn inn on back inside cover).
The first edition of this work is scarce. The title page has a stamp “Presentation Copy”.

Details:

  • Publisher: Methuen & Co.
  • Publisher Place: London
  • Date of Publication: 1911
  • Edition: First
  • Overall Condition: As per description.
  • Size: 8vo.
  • Lot No: 290
  • Hammer Price: $260
  • Bids: 1
  • Visits: 136
  • Estimate: $80/100
  • Reserve: $260

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