New York: George H. Doran, 1912. 1st Edition . Hardcover. Near Fine. Near fine first edition. Publisher's green cloth with gilt stamped to cover and spine. Black & white illustrated plate affixed to front cover. Binding square and tight. Some foxing but pages otherwise unmarked. Minor wear to spine Talbot worked for the Nigerian Political Service. This book contains his observations on local customs, religion, art, supernatural beliefs etc made during his travels in the region.

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Bookseller: Sellers & Newel Second-Hand Books (CA)
Bookseller's Inventory #: 12174
Title: In the Shadow of the Bush
Author: P. Amaury Talbot
Format/Binding: Hardcover
Book Condition: Used - Near Fine
Quantity Available: 1
Edition: 1st Edition
Publisher: George H. Doran
Place of Publication: New York
Date Published: 1912
Pages: 500
Keywords: travel, Africa, Nigeria, culture,

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