1969 Early Charts of New Zealand 1542-1851

Description

Illustrated, Leather Binding, Scarce, With Slipcase

Consists of facsimile maps of New Zealand as created by various pioneers and explorers, dating from the mid sixteenth century until the mid nineteenth century. Written by Peter Bromley Maling (1912-2006), a Christchurch-based historian, geolographer, ornithologist and photographer.

In a slipcase with gilt detail to the cover.

This is a limited edition, number 420 of 500 printed.

From the library of Eric Kenneth Prentice Back.  Kenn Back was a British meteorologist with the British Antarctic survey for many years.  He spent eight winters in the Antarctic and is a descendent of Captain George Back. In addition, he served as base commander at Halley, Faraday and Rothera stations.  His library collection was built over decades and highlights his love of polar exploration.