Estimate: | £100 - £150 |
Hammer price: | £35 |
STANLEY, Henry Morton (1841-1904) - The American Testimonial Banquet to Henry M. Stanley, in Recognition of his Heroic Achievements in the Cause of Humanity, Science & Civilisation and A Greeting to His Chief Officers, Portman Rooms, London, May 30th, 1890. London: [no publisher], 1890. 8vo (248 x 160mm). 6 photographs and the text on blue paper laid down on thick card, mounted on hinges throughout (some spotting and staining). Original "relievo"-style calf with the American eagle surmounting an armorial device on the upper cover, gilt edges (lacks spine, rubbed and scuffed). FIRST AND ONLY EDITION. RARE.