Polar Books Catalogue
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Sections : Antarctic; Arctic; Journal of the Manchester Geographical Society; Maps; Miscellaneous; Mountaineering; General Polar; Scott; Other travel; Whaling;
Reference 2236 (2192) Category Journal of the Manchester Geographical Society; Author Various Title Journal of the Manchester Geographical Society: Vol XVII., Nos. 7-9 July-September 1901. Publishing Information Manchester: Manchester Geographical Society, 1901. Description 1st Edition thus; Wrappers as issued, [1 advertisement], pages165-196, [1 advertisement], illustrated, b/w line drawings, plates; Contents Include: A. Gulston - Some Notes on Baltic and Arctic Voyages of the s.s. "Ermack" in 1899;A.J. Kennedy - The Island of Santa Catalina, California;Description of the Dominion of Canada - Physical Features;Table of Storm waves and Tides;The Manchester Geographical Society was one of the most important provincial geographical societies in Britain, in its heyday rivalling even the Royal Geographical Society of London. The Society was founded in 1884, stimulated by the commercial opportunities being created by the `opening up' of Africa. It has organised a lecture series throughout its history with many eminent explorers, scientists and philanthropists of the day. Its Journal began publication in 1885. The first issue included an article by H M Stanley. It ceased publication in 1960. Some staining,sunning, to covers, contents clean. Very Good. Price £2.50 Keywords Baltic, Arctic, Polar, Expedition, California, Canada S1-JMGS ISBN Add this to your basket