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von HAAST, H.F. [association copy] - The Life and Times of Sir Julius von Haast,
Estimate:
$80 - $120
Sold
$160
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169: Rare Books
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von HAAST, H.F. [association copy]
The Life and Times of Sir Julius von Haast,
Explorer, Geologist, Museum Builder. Wellington: Published by author 1948. xxi, 1142p, illustrated, 4 fldg maps at end. A few spots of foxing, 255mm, original blue cloth, gilt titles, spine discoloured and light wear. Clipping laif onto front endpaper.
Loosely enclosed a letter from the author to Major Wilson, thanking him for assistance & discussing reviews and his next book.
Provenance: Major R.A. Wilson, Lethenty, Bulls.
The Life and Times of Sir Julius von Haast,
Explorer, Geologist, Museum Builder. Wellington: Published by author 1948. xxi, 1142p, illustrated, 4 fldg maps at end. A few spots of foxing, 255mm, original blue cloth, gilt titles, spine discoloured and light wear. Clipping laif onto front endpaper.
Loosely enclosed a letter from the author to Major Wilson, thanking him for assistance & discussing reviews and his next book.
Provenance: Major R.A. Wilson, Lethenty, Bulls.