The Search for Michael Clark Rockefeller (signed first printing) the mysterious disappearance of a privileged son in search of art : headhunting, cannibalism and tribal cults in Otsjanep, Asmat Regency, South Papua, Indonesia

Machlin, Milt

Published by G.P. Putnam's Sons, New York, 1972

About this Item

G.P. Putnam's Sons, New York. 1972. 256 pages. First edition, first printing. Signed and inscribed on the half-title page by the book's author, journalist and adventurer, Milt Machlin, who famously led an expedition into cannibal country in New Guinea, in search of Michael C. Rockefeller, as thoughts and rumors were swirling at the time that Rockefeller was living a Col. Kurtz-like existence, in the jungles of New Guinea. As for this copy, the book is tight. Binding and hinges are sound. Black cloth stamped in gold on spine. Illustrated endpapers. Flaws limited to small spot of discoloration on contents page; fine otherwise. Original dust jacket with $6.95 price-clipped from flap. An incredible signed copy of the elusive first edition that delves into the ominous disappearance of the Rockefeller heir, in the land of cannibals and headhunters, while seeking art for his prized collection which has since been donated to the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, and remains part of the Michael C. Rockefeller wing of the museum. Near fine/Near fine; signed.

Seller Inventory # 004367

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Search for Michael Clark Rockefeller (signed first printing) the mysterious disappearance of a privileged son in search of art : headhunting, cannibalism and tribal cults in Otsjanep, Asmat Regency, South Papua, Indonesia
• Publisher: G.P. Putnam's Sons, New York
• Publication Date: 1972
• Language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Printing: 1st Printing
• Condition: Near Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine
• Weight: 1 kilogram
• Signed: Signed by Author(s)
• Seller catalogs:
  • True Crime
  • Signed by Author
  • Fine Arts