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Alberto M. de Agostini - I Miei Viaggi Nella Terra Del Fuoco

Title: I Miei Viaggi Nella Terra Del Fuoco
Description: Torino, G. B. Parvia & C, 1928. Paperback. A striking second edition copy of Agostini's insightful exploration of his time in Tierra del Fuego, illustrated throughout, including with a large folding map. Scarce folding map is preserved and present.The second edition of this work, being number one-thousand one-hundred and seventy-nine.In the original Italien. In a custom box, replicating the design of the wraps of this work.Alberto Maria de Agostini's first hand account of his life as a missionary in Tierra del Fuego, one of the most important Salesian priests in Chilean history. He is well known for his discoveries, photographs, and maps of the region. During his time there he created a strong and meaningful bond with its people. As a result there are many landmarks named after him, such as the Alberto de Agostini National Park.Illustrated with a large loose folding map, and sixty-four plates.From the library of Romualdo Ardissone, with his ink inscription to the title page.Bookplate of Kenn Back to the front paste down. Kenn Back was a British meteorologist with the British Antarctic survey for many years.  He spent eight winters in the Antarctic and is a descendent of Captain George Back. In addition, he served as base commander at Halley, Faraday and Rothera stations.  His library collection was built over decades and highlights his love of polar exploration. In the original publisher's paper wraps. Externally, generally smart. Light age-toning and some spots to the wraps. Backstrip is lightly creased. Prior owner's ink to the front wrap. Very light edge wear to the wraps. Bookseller's blind stamp to the front endpaper. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are age-toned and clean. Prior owner's ink inscription to the title page. Folding map is in an exceptional condition, light age-toned with only a couple of very small closed tears to the folds. In a custom box, replicating the design of the wraps of this work. Very Good . Ill.: Not Stated. Very Good .

Keywords: I Miei Viaggi Nella Terra del Fuoco tierre del fuego alberto m. de agostini travel tierre del fuego Not Stated

Price: GBP 875.00 = appr. US$ 1249.49 Seller: Rooke Books
- Book number: 801P25

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