Wanderings In South America &c.
London: Thomas Nelson & Sons, 1891. Hard Cover. Maroon cloth lettered in gilt; xxxix + 367 pps. with index, plus publisher's catalogue at rear. Illustrated with full page engravings. The stories of four journeys to the wilds of South America, the first beginning in 1812. The author's descriptions and observances are mostly of the flora, fauna, and topographical features of the natural world. There is a concluding section on preserveing bird specimens for natural history collections. Waterson was originally from Yorkshire but ".. preferred living with Indians and monkeys in the forests of Guiana...". A tight, near fine copy, some modest wear at the spine ends and tips. Item #E5546B
Price: $65.00