Little America: Aerial Exploration in the Antarctic, the Flight to the South Pole [Signed By R. E. Byrd]

New York, London: G.P. Putnam's Sons, 1930. 1930. First Edition, Third Impression, hardcover, SIGNED R. E. BYRD ON FIRST BLANK PAGE. Blue binding, gilt lettering, tinted top edge, deckled fore-edge (to give a quality image), pictorial endpapers. Frontispiece and black and white photo plates throughout. Four maps including foldout at end, 416 pages. Condition of binding: Faint rubbing from shelving. Internally: Fine, text is clear and readable; photos are clean, vivid. Maps in fine condition. Free of smelly humidity stains and the smell of a cigarette or cigar smoker. Overall, book is Near Fine. Kept in temperature-controlled book cabinet. This is the factual story of Richard E. Byrd Jr. (1888-1957) and his expedition, including an official account of his aerial exploration in Antarctic and his flight to the South Pole. It was his first journey through Antarctica (facing treacherous challenges) and the founding of a series of camps and bases he called Little America. Byrd was known to use many modern devices of the period, including aircraft, radio, camera, and other scientific instruments. Overall Byrd made five Antarctic expeditions. This book is historical, adventurous, educational, and collectible. Signed by Byrd. Note: We are a well-established, well-respected, ethical book dealer in business since 1991. We describe the condition of our books thoroughly and honestly, so you'll know exactly what you will be receiving when you order. We ship promptly. . Signed By Admiral R. E. Byrd. First Edition, 3rd Impression. Hardcover. Near Fine.