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A HISTORY OF ROWING

A HISTORY OF ROWING
A HISTORY OF ROWING

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SIGNED

First edition of the classic illustrated history, following the sport from its beginnings to school and university rowing, the Henley Royal Regatta and the Olympics and other international competitions.

8vo. 256pp. Dust-wrapper. Creases and losses to wrapper, particularly at spine, now protected by plastic sleeve, and some ageing to pages, otherwise generally good condition internally. Signed by the author to fly-leaf with a dedication to Jock Lane, Honorary Treasurer of the Thames Rowing Club.

Date
1957
Publisher
Herbert Jenkins
Author
Hylton CLEAVER

£18.00 (Code: 82269)

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