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c1900 African Shores Of The Mediterranean by C Grant Antique African Travel Book

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c1900 African Shores Of The Mediterranean by C Grant Antique African Travel Book

African Shores Of The Mediterranean - Twixt Sand and Sea. Sketches and Studies in North Africa.
By C.F. Grant
Published by Sampson Low, Marston & Searle: London c1900 (undated) 1st Edition

"African Shores of the Mediterranean - Twixt Sand and Sea: Sketches and Studies in North Africa by C. F. Grant, published by Sampson Low, Marston & Searle around 1900, presents a vivid literary and visual journey through the sun-baked landscapes and coastal towns of North Africa. Drawing upon first-hand travels, Grant blends travelogue, ethnography, and artistic observation, describing the interplay between the arid deserts and the vibrant cultures that inhabit the region's shores. His prose captures the striking contrasts between the timeless sands, Islamic architecture, and Mediterranean light, while offering glimpses of daily life among Berber tribes, Arab traders, and European settlers.

Richly descriptive and often romantic in tone, the book reflects the fascination of Edwardian readers with the exotic and picturesque Orient, yet remains grounded in the author's genuine curiosity and field sketches. It stands as a window into colonial-era travel writing—part study, part adventure—highlighting a period when North Africa was both a crossroads of civilizations and a muse for Western artists. This volume would appeal to collectors of travel literature, historians of Orientalist art and writing, and readers captivated by early twentieth-century explorations of the Maghreb."

General wear and fading to cover and spine as shown. Page binding is very good with no loose pages. Pages have some minor spotting and ageing otherwise good condition overall. Please study photos to understand condition. Happy to provide more photos on request.

Size 23.5cm x 15cm x 6cm

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Condition: Good
Binding: Cloth
Special Attributes: ["Illustrated", "Original Cloth Bindings"]
Region: Africa
Subject: Exploration & Travel
Original/Facsimile: Original
Seller Notes: General wear and fading to cover and spine as shown. Page binding is very good with no loose pages. Pages have some minor spotting and ageing otherwise good condition overall. Please study photos to understand condition. Happy to provide more photos on request.
Language: English
Author: Cyril Fletcher Grant
Publisher: Sampson Low, Marston - London
Year Printed: 1900
Sub-subject: Africa