Condition - Very Good The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and functions properly. Item may arrive with damaged packaging or be repackaged. It may be marked, have identifying markings on it, or have minor cosmetic damage. It may also be missing some parts/accessories or bundled items.
The Junks and Sampans of the Yangtze
Here for your delectation is the SPECTACULAR AND RARE--------------THE JUNKS & SAMPANS OF THE YANGTZE by G.R.G. WORCESTER.......For all junk collectors.........A definitive study of the Yangtze craft, complete with carefully detailed scale drawings, the result of the author's research and experience during his 30-year career as a river inspector in China. A lavishly produced volume................. This is the HUGE OVERSIZED (it didn't fit in my scanner!) hardcover only stated NIP FIRST EDITION FROM 1971. Other than a back cardholder flyleaf (ex lib), the book (including dj) is in excellent reading condition. There are no rips, tears, etc.---and the pages and binding are tight (see photo). **Note: All books listed as FIRST EDITIONS are stated by the publisher in words or number lines--or--only stated editions that include only the publisher and publication date. Check my feedback to see that I sell exactly as I describe. So bid now for this magnificent, impossible-to-find ASIAN HISTORY COLLECTIBLE.