Charles Michell was the first surveyor-general and civil engineer of the Cape in 1828. He worked tirelessly at building roads, bridges and mountain passes as well as designing lighthouses. Beautifully illustrated with watercolours, sketches and engravings, this work provides glimpses of mid-nineteenth century Cape countryside. Dark teal boards with gilded lettering on spine and lighthouse device on front cover. 224 Pages. Contents clean and binding sound. First Edition. Condition: Very good. Dust jacket: Very good. Binding: Hardcover. Mild edge-wear to corners of lower boards.
Publisher: Fernwood Press
Date Published: 2006
Publication Place: Cape Town
First Edition: Yes
Condition: Very good.
Binding: Hardcover. Mild edge-wear to corners of lower boards.
Jacket Condition: Very good.
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