H. M. Stanley: Unpublished Letters

Book Description

London:: W. & R. Chambers,. 1957.. First American edition. Hardcover. These letters concern Stanley's work after he found Livingstone in 1871; he was tasked with "constructing three stations, launching a steamer on the Upper Congo, and maintaining communications with the sea". 8vo, 183pp, b&w illus throughout. Red cloth covers with gilt title on green spine label. Pictorial dj with title in white on black ground on front cover and spine decorated with foliage. Dj ruffled at edges; slightly chipped at top and base of spine. Internally, bright and clean. Small marks inside front and rear hinges.

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