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Near Fine, first edition of this classic travel memoir. Inscribed by Chatwin on title page. Jacket price clipped, but otherwise in near fine condition, no other tears or creases of any kind. Binding square and tight. Small, discreet Discard stamp on top and bottom of text block. Also stamped on free front end paper, title page and rear paste down. Other than Discard stamp, pages clean and unmarked. Though stamped Discard, there is no other evidence of this being an ex-library book. Bound in publisher's navy cloth with gilt lettering on spine A lovely, signed first edition of an important book.

In Patagonia is Bruce Chatwin's exquisite account of his journey through the fascinating region of Patagonia, combining history, anecdote, and keen observation as he reflects on the nature of travel and the human desire for adventure.