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The Kingdom Of Melchior: Adventure in South West Arabia, The Master Of Belhaven (Lt.-Col. The Hon. A Hamilton), John Murray, 1949, Proof First Edition, First Impression Belhaven was an administrator in the Colonial Service in the Aden Protectorate between 1934 and 1946. This book recounts his experiences during this time. There is a neat owner's name to the front end paper. The book is in near fine condition The binding is straight and tight and the lettering on the spine bright. There is a mark to the front board, minor shelf wear to the top edge of the spine and a small crease mark to the bottom corner of the back board. The end papers and pages are free from tears. There is foxing to the top edge. The dust jacket, protected in a clear, removable cover is in fine condition with no issues apart from slight nibbling to the top edge of the spine. Will be dispatched carefully wrapped in bubblewrap and a cardboard box.
Author The Master of Belhaven
Date 1949
Binding Hardback
Publisher John Murray
Condition Book - Near Fine / Dust Jacket - Fine

Price: £80.00

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