The first ascent of Mount Ruapehu, New Zealand.

£325 · Offered by Shapero Rare Books · No longer available

privately printed, presentation from the author's wife Rare title describing the author's ascents of volcanoes on North Island. This book was published posthumously after his death in 1915. Privately printed. 8vo (22 x 17 cms). 40pp., 2 photographic illustrations, presentation slip tipped in on front pastedown 'With the compliments of Mrs George Beetham, 7 Wetherby Gardens, London S.W.5', bookplate, slightly foxing to fore-edge, publisher's green printed cloth, some very minor wear to corners; an attractive copy. Neate B75.

• Binding: Hardcover

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