Published by HarperCollins Publishers, United Kingdom, London, 2003
ISBN 10: 0007122330 ISBN 13: 9780007122332
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. This is the history of the African Association, the world's first geographical society - dedicated to the exploration of the interior of a continent known only through legend and vague report. Africa was once seen as an El Dorado - a gold-encrusted continent of hope and prosperity, where the ancient civilizations of the Phoenicians and the Egyptians might have survived intact. The African Association set itself the task of revealing the mysteries of the interior of Africa. Founded in 1788 by a group of London-based gentlemen, made famous by the amazing exploits of its adventurers, for 43 years it was engaged in a quest for geographical knowledge, personal glory, immense wealth and the fulfilment of national ambitions. There are two strands to the narrative. First there are the people who planned and paid for expeditions, the geographers, scholars, politicians, humantarian activists and sharp-eyed traders, the richest commoner in England and two former prime ministers among them. Theirs is a lively tale of tavern meetings, court lobbying and salon intrigue during one of the most dramatic periods of world history.Then there are the adventurers, a mixed group of ex-cons and social outcasts - British, French, Germans and Americans among them - who went to the magical continent in search of glory and the unknown. They included Mungo Park, whose account of his travels was a bestseller for more than a century, and Jean Louis Burckhardt, discoverer of Petra and Abu Simbel. Each of their journeys was extraordinary, packed with drama and excitement, made notable by geographical discoveries and, with very few exceptions, ending in death. This is an account of a unique period, characterized by the passion, ambition, courage and sheer sense of adventure of its participants. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by HarperCollins 20/10/2003, 2003
ISBN 10: 0007122330 ISBN 13: 9780007122332
Seller: AwesomeBooks, Wallingford, United Kingdom
Condition: Very Good. This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. .
Published by HarperCollins 20/10/2003, 2003
ISBN 10: 0007122330 ISBN 13: 9780007122332
Seller: Bahamut Media, Reading, United Kingdom
Condition: Very Good. Shipped within 24 hours from our UK warehouse. Clean, undamaged book with no damage to pages and minimal wear to the cover. Spine still tight, in very good condition. Remember if you are not happy, you are covered by our 100% money back guarantee.
Published by HarperCollins Publishers Limited, 2003
ISBN 10: 0007122330 ISBN 13: 9780007122332
Seller: Better World Books Ltd, Dunfermline, United Kingdom
First Edition
Condition: Very Good. First Edition. Ships from the UK. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects.
Published by HarperCollins Publishers Limited, 2003
ISBN 10: 0007122330 ISBN 13: 9780007122332
Seller: Better World Books Ltd, Dunfermline, United Kingdom
First Edition
Condition: Good. First Edition. Ships from the UK. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages.
Published by HarperCollins, 2003
ISBN 10: 0007122330 ISBN 13: 9780007122332
Seller: Brit Books, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
Hardcover. Condition: Used; Very Good. ***Simply Brit*** Welcome to our online used book store, where affordability meets great quality. Dive into a world of captivating reads without breaking the bank. We take pride in offering a wide selection of used books, from classics to hidden gems, ensuring there is something for every literary palate. All orders are shipped within 24 hours and our lightning fast-delivery within 48 hours coupled with our prompt customer service ensures a smooth journey from ordering to delivery. Discover the joy of reading with us, your trusted source for affordable books that do not compromise on quality.
Published by Harper Collins, London, 2003
ISBN 10: 0007122330 ISBN 13: 9780007122332
Seller: Black Box Books, ASHFORD, United Kingdom
First Edition
Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. Very nice copy with a very faint lean. From the founding of the world's first geographical society African Association, the reader travels with some of the astonishingly varied group of explorers who tackled the vast and then dark and unknown areas of the Continent. Their journeys were packed with drama and excitement, thwarted by French revolutionaries and slave traders, made notable by geographical discoveries - and, with very few exceptions, ended in death. Heavy book which may require some extra postage according to destination.
Published by London : HarperCollins, 2003
ISBN 10: 0007122330 ISBN 13: 9780007122332
Seller: MW Books, New York, NY, U.S.A.
First Edition
First Edition. Fine cloth copy in an equally fine dust wrapper, now mylar-sleeved. Particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. Physical description: xxvii, 382 p., [16] p. of col. plates : ill. (some col.), maps, ports. ; 25 cm. Portrait of the author on dust jacket. Includes bibliographical references (p. 365-374) and index. Subjects: Banks, Joseph (1743-1820). Association for Promoting the Discovery of the Interior Parts of Africa - History. Explorers - Great Britain ; Biography. 1 Kg.
Published by HarperCollins, 2003
ISBN 10: 0007122330 ISBN 13: 9780007122332
Seller: GF Books, Inc., Hawthorne, CA, U.S.A.
Condition: Very Good. Book is in Used-VeryGood condition. Pages and cover are clean and intact. Used items may not include supplementary materials such as CDs or access codes. May show signs of minor shelf wear and contain very limited notes and highlighting. 1.59.
Published by London : HarperCollins, 2003
ISBN 10: 0007122330 ISBN 13: 9780007122332
Seller: MW Books Ltd., Galway, Ireland
First Edition
First Edition. Fine cloth copy in an equally fine dust wrapper, now mylar-sleeved. Particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. Physical description: xxvii, 382 p., [16] p. of col. plates : ill. (some col.), maps, ports. ; 25 cm. Portrait of the author on dust jacket. Includes bibliographical references (p. 365-374) and index. Subjects: Banks, Joseph (1743-1820). Association for Promoting the Discovery of the Interior Parts of Africa - History. Explorers - Great Britain ; Biography. 1 Kg.
Published by Harper Collins, 2003
ISBN 10: 0007122330 ISBN 13: 9780007122332
Seller: Riverport Books of St. Ives (Cambridgeshire), St Ives, CAMBS, United Kingdom
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Very Clean And Tidy Copy With Little Sign Of Wear.
Published by Harper Collins, London, 2003
ISBN 10: 0007122330 ISBN 13: 9780007122332
Seller: Arapiles Mountain Books - Mount of Alex, Castlemaine, VIC, Australia
First Edition
Hard Cover. Condition: F. Dust Jacket Condition: F. First Edition. F/F. 8vo. original black boards gilt in dustwrapper; pp. 382, with illustrations. A fine copy.
Published by Harper Collins, London, 2003
ISBN 10: 0007122330 ISBN 13: 9780007122332
Seller: Richard Thornton Books PBFA, Old Langho, United Kingdom
Association Member: PBFA
First Edition Signed
Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. First Edition. This is a Fine Copy of this Book in black cloth boards with gilt title lettering to spine in a Fine Dust-Jacket that has NO chips or tears to the outer edges of the dust-wrapper.Not Price Clipped.The book has a Firm binding with no hinge weakness and there is no leaning or rolling to spine.This copy has been Signed by the Author Anthony Sattin on the Title Page without dedication.Contents remain clean internally and the book is illustrated with over 20 coloured plates.Great looking copy for the collector,8vo 382pp First Edition 1st Impression [2023]. Signed by Author(s).
Published by HarperCollins, UK, 2003
ISBN 10: 0007122330 ISBN 13: 9780007122332
Seller: SAVERY BOOKS, Brighton, East Sussex, United Kingdom
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. HARDBACK IN JACKET 2003. Clean & tight. No inscriptions. Jacket flap is price-clipped. Jacket is now under clear removable covers. Dispatched ROYAL MAIL FIRST CLASS with TRACKING next working day or sooner securely boxed in cardboard. ref Q6465. The Gates of Africa: Death, Discovery and the Search for Timbuktu. ISBN: 0007122330.