Pioneer Travellers of South Africa. - Forbes, Vernon S

A geographical commentary upon routes, records, observations and opinions of travellers at the Cape 1750 - 1800

The period between 1750 and 1800 saw great advances in exploration of the interior regions and expansion of knowledge of the physical and biological sciences. Notable travellers discussed are A Beutler, C P Thunberg, Francis Masson, Andrew Sparrman, Hendrik Swellengrebel, William Paterson, Roberg J Gordon, L Degrandpre and finally John Barrow. 21 maps and 73 illustrations. Light toning to rear fep. A complimentary note tipped in on the front fep. 177 Pages. 1st Edition. Condition: Good to very good. Dust jacket: Good-. Sunning to spine and rear cover. A couple of small open and closed tears to top edge. Some rubbing. Small abrasion to lower edge of front cover. General edge-wear. Binding: Hardcover. Brown cloth. Mild edge-wear.

Publisher: A A Balkema
Date Published: 1965
Publication Place: Cape Town
First Edition: Yes

Condition: Good to very good.
Binding: Hardcover. Brown cloth. Mild edge-wear.
Has Dust Jacket: Yes
Jacket Condition: Good-. Sunning to spine and rear cover. A couple of small open and closed tears to top edge. Some rubbing. Small abrasion to lower edge of front cover. General edge-wear.