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1952 The Indian Ocean by Alan Villiers 1st Ed Australian Maritime History Book

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1952 The Indian Ocean by Alan Villiers 1st Ed Australian Maritime History Book

The Indian Ocean
By Alan Villiers
Published by Museum Press Limited: London 1952
1st Edition With Dustjacket

" The Indian Ocean by Alan Villiers is a richly evocative maritime history that brings to life one of the world's most storied and least-understood oceans. Drawing on his deep personal experience as a seafarer, Villiers explores the Indian Ocean not merely as a body of water, but as a vast stage of human endeavour—charting centuries of trade, exploration, conflict, and cultural exchange. From Arab dhows and Portuguese pioneers to the great European trading companies and the modern era, the narrative is both sweeping and intimate, infused with the author's firsthand knowledge of ships, sailors, and sea routes.

Published by Museum Press, London in 1952, this is a true First Edition of a work that reflects Villiers' reputation as one of the twentieth century's great maritime writers. An Australian by birth, Villiers brought authenticity and authority to his subject, having sailed extensively through the very regions he describes. The book includes a frontispiece photograph and a striking map of the Indian Ocean trade routes, enhancing its appeal as both a historical and visual record. His writing balances scholarly insight with the romance of the sea, making it accessible to both historians and general readers.

This example retains its original dustjacket, which is increasingly scarce, particularly in presentable condition. The jacket shows edge wear, small chips, and some closed tears, but remains largely intact and visually appealing, with strong period design. The binding beneath is sound, and the pages are clean with light age toning typical of the period. A desirable and collectible copy of an important maritime work, well suited to collectors of naval history, exploration, and seafaring literature. "

Fading and some chipping and reverse side tape repairs to unclipped dustjacket. Light wear to covers and spine. Pages very clean and well presented. Small inscription. A nice copy in very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.

Size 23cm x 16cm x 3cm - 255 Pages

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Condition: Very good
Binding: Cloth
Special Attributes: ["1st Edition", "Dust Jacket", "Illustrated"]
Region: Australia, Oceania
Subject: Natural History
Original/Facsimile: Original
Seller Notes: Fading and some chipping and reverse side tape repairs to unclipped dustjacket. Light wear to covers and spine. Pages very clean and well presented. Small inscription. A nice copy in very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
Language: English
Author: Alan Villiers
Publisher: Museum Press Limited: London
Year Printed: 1952
Sub-subject: Australian Natural History