PYGMIES & PAPUANS: THE STONE AGE TO-DAY IN DUTCH NEW GUINEA
Wollaston, A. F. R.
Published by John Murray, London, 1912
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Octavo. xxiv, 352 pp., plates and maps. First Edition. Bound as issued in green cloth with title stamped in gold on the spine and black on the front boards. Spine sunned; the spine ends and corners are a trifle frayed; previous owner name on the front pastedown; moderate to heavy foxing throughout the textblock; illustrated throughout with numerous black and white photographs, 6 color illustrations, and 2 maps all present as called for; but for the foxing, a Very Good copy. Seller Inventory # 5124
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Title: PYGMIES & PAPUANS: THE STONE AGE TO-DAY IN ...
Publisher: John Murray, London
Publication Date: 1912
Binding: Hard Cover
Condition: near Very Good binding
Edition: 1st Edition
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Pygmies & Papuans : the stone age to-day in Dutch New Guinea / by A.F.R. Wollaston ; with appendices by W.R. Ogilvie-Grant, A.C. Haddon, F.R.S., and Sidney H. Ray ; with illustrations and maps 1912 [LeatherBound]
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LeatherBound. Condition: New. Leatherbound edition. Condition: New. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. Pages: 494. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1912 edition. 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. 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. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. 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. Language: English Pages: 494. Seller Inventory # LB100158198783
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Pygmies & Papuans: the stone age to day in Dutch New Guinea, by A. F. R. Wollaston . with appendices by W. R. Ogilvie-Grant. A. C. Haddon, F. R. S., and Sidney H. Ray . 1912 [LeatherBound]
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LeatherBound. Condition: New. Leatherbound edition. Condition: New. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. Pages: 506. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1912 edition. 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. 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. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. 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. Language: English Pages: 506. Seller Inventory # LB100158103711
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Pygmies and Papuans the stone age To-day in Dutch new Guinea 1912 [Leather Bound]
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Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" 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:- 494, 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. 494. Seller Inventory # LB1111037810100
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