Bernard J Shapero : Rare Books

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HUNT, John.

The Ascent of Everest.


Hodder and Stoughton, London 1953. First edition. 8vo., (23 x 16 cm), xx, 299pp., numerous photographic plates throughout (8 in colour), 3 maps and several other illustrations in the text, INSCRIBED by the author and dated 6.11.72 in ink on the title-page, original blue cloth gilt, original pictorial dust wrapper, minor wear to the extremities; overall a near fine copy.

An account of a successful British expedition led by Hunt in 1953. Neate H135; Yakushi H269a.

Price: £ 1000
US Dollar Price: $ 1480
Stock Number: 77523

Image of HUNT, John. The Ascent of Everest.

Image of HUNT, John. The Ascent of Everest.