The game of British East Africa.

£1,250 · Offered by Shapero Rare Books

'A handsome volume that examines wild game, its habitat, and spoor within Kenya, Uganda, and the eastern Congo regions. Stigand observes game traits on the plains, and in the bush and forested areas, detailing animal movements, coloration, and even preservation of game. There are interesting chapters comparing hunting big game to shooting, and on stalking' (Czech). First edition; 4to., xi, 310pp., 8pp. ads. at end, 54 plates; original green crocodile patterned cloth gilt, vignette to upper cover, a fine copy. Czech p.156.

• Binding: Hardcover

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