Race for the Pole (Signed First Edition, First Printing)

Weems, John Edward

Published by Holt, 1960

About this Item

Inscribed First Edition, First Printing of this lively history of the famous contest both on snow and in print between explorers Robert Peary and Frederick Cook to claim conquest of the North Pole. The author would later write a major biography of Robert Peary. Inscribed John Edward Weems to previous owners on the page opposite the title page. The book has foxing on covers and a break in the back hinge within the index. The dust jacket has edge wear including several chips and rubbing on the back cover including a couple closed tears.

Seller Inventory # 010925

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Race for the Pole (Signed First Edition, First Printing)
• Publisher: Holt
• Publication Date: 1960
• Language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: Good
• Signed: Signed by Author(s)