Baring-Gould, S. & Bampfylde, C.A: (Preface by C Brooke, Rajah): A History of Sarawak under its Two White Rajahs , London: Henry Sotheran, 1909First edition, very good condition, no dustjacket, publisher's original maroon clothboards with gilt blocking to front and spine, 464 pages including index, b/w photo and line illustrations - a clean, tight copy with bumps and light wear at the head and the tail of spine which is lightly faded spine but gilt-stamped title clearly visible. Bright, gilt-stamped cover title, front and rear fly leaves are tanned, black/ white photo illustrations, colour fold-out map of Sarawak showing the main divisions of population and the locations of the minor tribes. There is a preface by C. Brooke, the second of the white Rajahs. ------------A history of the life of James Brooke and his nephew Charles Brooke who were invited to become the Rajahs and to bring peace to this remote part of Borneo. (Book ref. 1257) £250.00 The payment methods accepted by the seller, The Old Print House , are shown in the right-hand column. |
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