1880 Rare Book - The Scalp Hunters, adventure novel set in Northern Mexico by Captain Mayne Reid.
(Description)
Author: Captain Mayne Reid.
Title: The Scalp Hunters: A Romance of Northern Mexico.
Publisher: London, George Routledge and Sons, no date (1880).
Language: Text in English
Size: 7 " X 5 "
Pages: vii-448 pages.
Binding: Attractive and very good original full-cloth binding with an attractive decorative panelling (hinges fine, slightly worn and scuffed - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover.
Content: Very good content (bright, tight and clean, rare light foxing or staining - as shown).
Illustrations: Complete with a nice frontispiece and full-page illustrations.
The book: This is a scarce edition of The Scalp Hunters by Captain Mayne Reid, a gripping adventure novel set in Northern Mexico. The story vividly portrays the Wild West, filled with action, romance, and dramatic encounters. Reid's detailed descriptions and engaging narrative style make this book a fascinating read for enthusiasts of historical adventure fiction.
The author: Captain Mayne Reid (1818-1883) was an Irish-American novelist known for his adventure stories. Reid's works often drew on his own experiences in the American West and his vivid imagination. His writing style is characterized by rich descriptions and thrilling plots, which have captivated readers for generations. Reid's contribution to the genre of adventure literature has made him a notable figure in literary history.