South Polar Times - Limited Edition

South Polar Times - Limited Edition

£698.99
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South Polar Times - Limited Edition
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South Polar Times

£698.99
Edition year 2012
Printing year 2012
First edition Not Known
Binding Cloth
Limited edition Yes
Weight 10 Kg
Pages 220
Dimensions Facsimiles: 27.5 × 20.8 cm; commentary: 28.2 × 21.4 cm
Condition Very Good
Condition notes In very good overall condition. No.380, books - like new, small bump to case of commentary.

Edition details

South Polar Times. 12 facsimiles and a commentary volume. Facsimiles reproduced with original paper covers, in cloth covered presentation box with a magnetic clasp, inset cloth label on box opening, 30.3x21.6x13.7cm. Commentary volume by Ann Savours, bound in dark blue cloth gilt blocked with SPT monogram, housed in a separate slipcase, ribbon marker, 220pp. 1000 copies. (£495)

Note: Edition details are subject to the condition notes and photographs of this copy.

About the book

The South Polar Times reproduces the magazine created by members of early Antarctic expeditions during long months of isolation. Its contents include scientific observations, poems, drawings, essays and humorous pieces produced by explorers living in extreme conditions. The work provides a fascinating glimpse into expedition life and the creativity used to maintain morale.

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