Zanzibar, the Island Metropolis of Eastern Africa

PEARCE, MAJOR F B

Description:

An uncommon title on the spice island, as well as on its neighbour island, Pemba, which have often been the centre for conflict in the region. 431 pp with bw illustrations and folding map. Covers a bit threadbare, wear top and bottom of spine, eps replaced, otherwise good condition, sporadic light foxing in textblock

Details:

  • Publisher: T. Fisher Unwin
  • Publisher Place: London
  • Date of Publication: 1920
  • Edition: 1st
  • Jacket Condition: n/a
  • Binding Condition: good
  • Overall Condition: good
  • Size: 255 x 185 mm
  • Lot No: 220
  • Hammer Price: $150
  • Bids: 1
  • Visits: 16
  • Estimate: $200-400
  • Reserve: $150

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