RARE: 1884 The River Congo, From Its Mouth To Bolobo 1st ed. maps + etchings

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The River Congo, From Its Mouth To Bolobo; With a General Description of the Natural History and Anthropology of its Western Basin. By H. H. Johnston London: Sampson, Low, Marston, Searle & Rivington, 1884 (1st edition) Rare 1st edition of Johnston's groundbreaking travelogue of the Congo River. Unlike later editions, contains 2 color fold-out maps, 2 original etchings, and numerous other illustrations. Sir Harry Hamilton Johnston, (1858 — 1927) was a British explorer, botanist, zoologist, artist, and pioneer colonial administrator. Gilt-stamped illustrated black cloth boards. Black endpapers. 2 fold-out maps. 2 etchings. 65 additional illustrations. 9" x 6". 470 pages + ads. In better condition sells for $600-$900.

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Congo Song

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"Congo Song" is a paperback book published in 1943 by Popular Library. Written by Stuart Cloete, it falls under the adventure genre and is the first edition in English language. The book promises an exciting and adventurous reading experience set in the Congo, making it a captivating choice for fans of adventure literature from the mid-20th century. With its intriguing storyline and captivating narrative, "Congo Song" is sure to engage readers and transport them to the heart of the African jungle.

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