FIVE WEEKS' SPORT IN THE INTERIOR OF THE HIMALAYAS; TOGETHER WITH A DESCRIPTION OF THE GAME FOUND THERE. ALSO A FEW HINTS REGARDING EQUIPMENT, etc. By Captain H.V. Mathias, H.M. Bengal Staff Corps.
1865 1st edition. 12mo (110 x 168mm). Pp132. Original blind-stamped green cloth, spine titled in gilt.
"Mathias traveled near the headwaters of the Ganges, bagging thar, barking deer, and serow as well as other game, including pheasants. There are also hints as to the habits of game animals and the supplies necessary for a sporting trip." (Czech).
"Mathias traveled near the headwaters of the Ganges, bagging thar, barking deer, and serow as well as other game, including pheasants. There are also hints as to the habits of game animals and the supplies necessary for a sporting trip." (Czech).
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Book Code
35830
| Author | Mathias (Henry Vincent). |
|---|---|
| Book Code | 35830 |
| ISBN | No ISBN. |
| Book Description | Slight staining to upper board, spine just a little rubbed, internally clean. Pencil inscription "Eto Ives [?] from the author." Very good copy of a very scarce little book. |
| Book Cover | Hardcover |
| Published Date | 1865 |
| Publisher | Franz Thimm, Bookseller and Publisher. |
| Place | London. |