Bernard J Shapero : Rare Books

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HAYES, J.Gordon.

The Conquest of the North Pole. Recent Arctic Exploration.


Thornton Butterworth, London 1934. First edition. 8vo, (23 x 16 cms), 8-317pp, adverts at rear, 11 maps and diagrams, numerous photographic illustrations, inscribed by Armitage on front pastedown, slight spotting throughout, original green cloth gilt; a good copy.

This copy belonged Captain Armitage, second in command to Captain Scott and navigator of the Discovery.

Price: £ 380
US Dollar Price: $ 760
Stock Number: 54289