signed first edition
1971 · USA
by Thor Heyerdahl
Stated First US Edition; A Near Fine book in a Near Fine dust jacket, with only light rubbing to both board and jacket edges, and a mild foxing to the flap edges, else Fine. SIGNED by the author to the 2nd free paper with provenance for the signing laid in (bookmark from the Kroch's & Brentano's First Editions Circle). An excellent copy of this account of the two expeditions by the author on reed rafts crossing the Atlantic; the author also wrote "Kon-Tiki", the popular account of a sailing expedition from South America to Polynesia. An uncommon title, particularly signed and in collectible condition. Not remaindered, not price-clipped, not ex-library; in a protective Mylar cover and will ship securely wrapped in a sturdy box.
(Inventory #: 3919)