Language: English
Published by UK, 1840
Manuscript / Paper Collectible First Edition Signed
US$ 173.76
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Add to basketPaper. Condition: Good. First Edition. An Original Handwritten and Signed Secretarial Letter by Explorer and Writer William John Burchell. Dated 1840. A letter about him giving the Mechanics Institute the book 'The Life of Pitt'. William John Burchell 1781 -1863 was an English explorer, naturalist, traveller, artist, and author. His thousands of plant specimens, as well as field journals from his South African expedition, are held by Kew Gardens, and his insect collection by the Oxford University Museum. Size is 196mm x 125mm. Good condition. Light folding crease. Age toning. Seal to the back. Ref18815. Signed by Author(s).