WHITE HUNTER; The Adventures and Experiences of a Professional Big Game Hunter in Africa.
Seeley, Service & Co. Ltd. 1938 London, 1st edn, 282pp, 6pp advs, photos. A very good plus copy in first edition, first state binding. Boards clean, as is the spine and spine label (it is often worn). Corners ever so slightly bent, no book plates, clean, neat period black ink inscription to “Bagelot” dated 1939, minor foxing, inner hinges tight. Completely original, not seen any repairs. Item #001457
A TRUE RARITY!!! The 1st edn of the first book by the man who is considered by many to be the greatest professional hunter of East Africa. Much on elephant and the other big five animals. Everybody has heard of John Hunter's books because each one is packed full of exciting adventures. However, very few people have ever heard of his first book, White Hunter. This book is a seldom-seen account of John Hunter’s adventures in pre-WW II Africa. Like his other titles, this one is full of Hunter's experiences as a professional big-game hunter whose name needs no introduction. John Hunter was considered the finest professional white hunter in East Africa during his time. The first edition was published in a very small number before WW II. First editions of this book are as rare as the proverbial hen's teeth.
Price: $4,750.00