Backwaters Nile by Kitching (29 results)

Condition: Very Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. 295 pages. Ex-library, with a perforation punch on the title page, all plates, and several other pages. Rebound in buckram. Frontis detached.

Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: New. Brand new book, sourced directly from publisher. Dispatch time is 6-7 days from our warehouse. Book will be sent in robust, secure packaging to ensure it reaches you securely.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Hardback or Cased Book. Condition: New. On the Backwaters of the Nile: Studies of Some Child Races of Central Africa. Book.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - This is a pre-1923 historical reproduction that was curated for quality. Quality assurance was conducted on each of these books in an attempt to remove books with imperfections introduced by the digitization process. Though we have made best efforts - the books may have occasional errors that do not impede the reading experience. We believe this work is culturally important and have elected to bring the book back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface.We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. Embark on a captivating journey into the heart of Central Africa with this insightful exploration of the region's diverse cultures and peoples during the early 20th century. The author's firsthand experiences and observations, gathered over a decade of living and travelling among these communities, offer a valuable window into a world undergoing transformative change. This book delves into the daily lives, customs, and beliefs of various tribes, both Bantu and non-Bantu, highlighting their unique adaptations to their environments and interactions with colonial influences. From the agricultural practices and architectural styles of the Baganda to the hunting traditions and social structures of the Nilotic peoples, the narrative paints a vivid picture of a complex and dynamic cultural landscape. Explore themes of cultural identity, adaptation, and resilience as the author examines the challenges and opportunities presented by the arrival of European colonizers and missionaries. Gain a deeper understanding of the intricate relationships between different tribes, the impact of disease and famine, and the enduring strength of indigenous traditions in the face of external pressures. The author's observations provide a valuable historical record and shed light on the complexities of cultural interaction and change in early 20th-century Central Africa, offering timeless insights into the human experience and the enduring legacy of colonialism. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Buch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface.We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Hardcover. Condition: Good. 1st Edition. xxiv 295pp hardback, black decorated cloth gilt, with 56 illustrations from photographs taken by the author, folding map, frontispiece tissue-guarded, title page printed in red and black, rebacked spine professionally remounted.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

24+295 pags, flding map, many photographs : his peronal experiences & observations of 10 years spent among the outlying tribes of Uganda, mainly Banyoro & Toro with details of homes, food, language, social life, dress, crafts, patsimes, surestitions, etc.; hardback, original bright boards, gilt lettering & design of 2 fighting natives with spears, top edge gilt, small crease to rear board, outer hinges sl rubbed, a little foxing, almost vg FIRST EDITION, a heavy book that may attract extra postage east africa uganda ugandan tribes tribal life banyoro toro bunyoro uganda tribal customs.…

Cloth. Condition: Very Good. First edition. A first edition of this highly illustrated study into child race in central Africa. Illustrated first edition of this work. Including 56 photographic illustrations by the author on 48 plates and a foldout map of the Uganda Project to the rear. Collated complete. Bookplate of H. R. Nelson to front pastedown. Written by Reverend Arthur Leonard Kitching, an Anglican missionary, bishop and author. In the original black cloth binding. Externally, generally smart with some shelf wear to the extremities. The occasional light mark to the boards. Hinges slightly strained but firm. Backstrip repaired at head. Bookseller label to front pastedown. Internally, firmly bound. Pages bright and clean with scattered spotting and slight age toning. Very Good. Rev. A. L. Kitching (illustrator). book.…

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Original Cloth. Condition: Near Fine. First Edition. 295 pp. A handsome copy.

Cloth. Condition: Very Good. First edition. The first edition of Arthur Leonard Kitching's publication of his observations drawn from a decade spent amongst the tribes of the Ugandan Protectorate. An Anglican missionary, Kitching shares his experiences, and provides an anthropological account of the different customs and lives of the natives of Africa. With chapters on language, social life, the homestead and agriculture.Illustrated with a folding map to the rear, and with fifty-six reproductions of photographs taken by the author, printed on forty-eight plates. Collated, complete.With the inscription of Catherine Hitching, 1914, to a front blank.A smart copy of this fascinating study. In the publisher's original cloth binding. Bumping to back strip head and tail. Front hinge starting. Inscription to head of a front blank. Internally, firmly bound. Light spotting and handling marks to first few leaves, with pages otherwise generally bright. Very Good. Rev. A. L. Kitching (illustrator). book.…

Pp. xxiv, 296. With one map and 56 illustrations from photographs taken by the author. Publisher's cloth stamped in gilt, extremities lightly rubbed. Old ownership signatures on front end paper and title page. First edition. "This book embodies the experiences and observations of ten years spent among the outlying tribes of the Uganda Protectorate" (Foreword).…

Paperback / softback. Condition: New. This item is printed on demand. New copy - Usually dispatched within 5-9 working days.

Condition: New. PRINT ON DEMAND Book; New; Fast Shipping from the UK. No. book.

First Edition. First edition, 8vo, pp. [6], ix-xxiv, 295, [1]; folding map and 56 photographic illustrations on 48 plates; light wear at the extremities, especially the lower corners and very slight cracking at the top of the spine; original blue pictorial cloth stamped in gilt on upper cover and spine; very good.…

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1912 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. Pages: 428 As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 428 Language: English.…

Hardback. Condition: New. This item is printed on demand. New copy - Usually dispatched within 5-9 working days.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1912. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 422, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 422 422.…

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1912. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 426, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 426 426.…

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1912. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 428, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 428 428.…