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London: Hodder and Stoughton, 1908. First edition, only printing. Hardcover. This rare prize is the British first edition of My African Journey, signed and dated by Winston S. Churchill upon publication. Three lines in black ink on the front free endpaper read: “From | Winston S. Churchill | 1 Dec 1908”. Publication was 30 November 1908. An armorial bookplate affixed to the front pastedown testifies that this copy belonged to the Marquess of Crewe, Churchill’s fellow Cabinet member when this copy was signed. Condition of this copy would be noteworthy even without the inscription. The distinctive illustrated red cloth binding remains square and tight with sharp corners and only trivial hints of shelf wear to extremities. We note minor overall soiling. Shelf presentation is impressive for the edition, with only slight spine toning. The contents are bright with a crisp feel. Modest spotting is intermittent, primarily confined to blank inner margins, heavier only to first and final…

My African Journey is the book written by Winston Churchill documenting his travels and experiences during a tour of the British Empire. In this work, Churchill offers his observations on the people, wildlife, and natural beauty of the regions he visited, particularly in parts of what are now Uganda and Kenya.

First editions of 'My African Journey' by Winston Churchill were published in 1908 by Hodder & Stoughton with a distinct cover design featuring a portrait of Churchill and red and black lettering. Typically, the authenticity of a first edition can be confirmed by checking the year of publication and publisher's name on the title page, as well as specific print run statements if available.