The ruin of the Soudan

£850 · Offered by Shapero Rare Books

Scarce. The author was special correspondent to the Daily News and Daily Telegraph whilst resident in first Jeddah and then Suakin. An Arabic speaker, Russell was able to communicate directly with the Sudanese and saw the country as a tremendous opportunity for British manufacturers and merchants. First edition; 8vo, xxiv, [i], 407 pp., frontispiece, 11 plates, 2 maps in pocket at end, original green cloth gilt, pictorial vignette to upper cover, short tear to first tissue guard, previous owner's stamp to title, a very good bright copy.

• Binding: Hardcover

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