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Unexplored Syria, Burton and Drake, Two Volumes

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"Unexplored Syria, Visits to The Libanus, The Tulul El Safa.....", by Richard F. Burton and Charles F. Tyrwhitt Drake, complete in two volumes. Tinsley Brothers, London, 1872. Half bound with marbled boards.

Dimensions:Each volume is 8 3/4" x 6".

Condition

Wear as pictured to the binding, contents seem complete including fold-out elements. Foxing and toned.

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Unexplored Syria, Burton and Drake, Two Volumes

Name: Unexplored Syria, Burton and Drake, Two Volumes
SKU: 147968298
Price: 325 USD
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