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Originally published in 1965, and available once again in paperback, this landmark work dramatically documents the changing history of African wildlife, focusing on the widespread destruction of the African elephant. Beautifully illustrated with over 300 contemporary and historical photographs as well as dozens of paintings, The End of the Game is a legendary workvividly telling the story of explorers, missionaries, and big-game hunters whose quests have changed the face of Africa forever.
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Peter Beard first visited Africa in 1955 when he began working on his expansive collection of articles and photographic essays. His books include Longing for Darkness a tribute to the life of Karen Blixen, The End of the Game, and Eyelids of Morning: The Mingled Destinies of Crocodiles and Men, all published by Chronicle Books.
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The End of the Game
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Chronicle Books (edition ), 2000
ISBN 10: 0811828816
ISBN 13: 9780811828819
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Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting. Artikel-Nr. 0811828816-8-1
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The End of the Game: The Last Word from Paradise
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Paperback. Zustand: Fair. A readable copy of the book which may include some defects such as highlighting and notes. Cover and pages may be creased and show discolouration. Artikel-Nr. GOR014339919
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Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Artikel-Nr. GOR003413580
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The End of the Game: The Last Word from Paradise
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The End of the Game
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THE END OF THE GAME: THE LAST WORD FROM PARADISE. By Peter Hill Beard.
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Chronicle Books. San Francisco, California. 1988, 2000
ISBN 10: 0811828816
ISBN 13: 9780811828819
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ALL UK PARCELS SENT TRACKED! ALL OVERSEAS PARCELS SENT AIRMAIL, TRACKED! (S/hand, Paperback, 1988). (1963) reprint of 1988 edition. Folio paperback (247 x 273mm). Pp283. B/w photographs & illustrations throughout, bibliography. French-fold covers. Slight fading to spine but very good clean second-hand paperback. "Revised and updated Chronicle Booksedition of the book published under the same title by Viking Press in 1965." Beard's unique style and startling photographs and illustrations form an exciting and memorable record of the last days of the big game hunters. Includes "A twenty year illustrated record of the great pachyderm (Loxodonta africana) and man"; tales of Karen Dinesen von Blixen, Philip Percival, J A Hunter, Col Richard Meinertzhagen and Ewart S Grogan; "the never-before-published, hand written diaries of Colonel John Henry Patterson, single-minded pursuer of the man-eaters of Tsavo." Chapters include: Introduction; Prologue; The White Mountain; A snake from the coast; In the glare of the game's eye; Game control; Beside the carcass of a beast; Nor dread nor hope attend; Epilogue. . Artikel-Nr. 34393
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The End of the Game; The Last Word from Paradise
Verlag:
Chronicle Books, San Francisco, 1988
ISBN 10: 0811828816
ISBN 13: 9780811828819
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Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Revised Edition. B&W Photographs; Square 4to 9" - 11" tall; 288 pages; 1st printing of this revised edition with a new Afterword by Beard. Oversize paperback in glossy pictorial flap-fold covers. Snugly bound and neat; no marks. Cover edges sharp with just trace shelf evidence; mild drink condensation ring/wripple to the lower corner of the last several pages. Profusely illustrated with Beard's b&w phots along with archival images, reproductions and art work. An enduring classic of great importance. VG to VG+ . Oversize book may require additional charges for expedited or international shipping. Artikel-Nr. 41797
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