Kon-Tiki: Across the Pacific by Raft
by Heyerdahl, Thor
- Used
- Good
- Hardcover
- Condition
- Good/No
- ISBN 10
- 0528818651
- ISBN 13
- 9780528818653
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About This Item
Chicago: Rand McNally & Company, 1950. First Edition. Hardcover. Good/No. 8.60 x 5.90 x 1.30 inches. "Kon-Tiki: Across the Pacific by Raft"" by Thor Heyerdahl is a First American hardcover edition, 5th printing ""E"" from October 1950, and is rated in Good+ (G+) condition. Translated from the Norwegian by F. H. Lyon, the book features sea blue cloth-covered boards with elegant gold spine print.The book displays light shelf wear, with lightly bumped corners and indented spine ends. There is no dust jacket, and the binding shows a slight forward roll, along with a repaired rear hinge crack. Internally, the pages are clean and unmarked, although a few pages were poorly cut at the bottom deckled edge of the text block.""Kon-Tiki"" chronicles an extraordinary adventure�an epic 4,300-nautical-mile journey across the Pacific Ocean on a raft. Motivated by a fascination with Polynesian folklore, biologist Thor Heyerdahl proposed that the South Sea Islands might have been settled by an ancient civilization from thousands of miles to the east. Led by the mythical hero Kon-Tiki, he decided to replicate the legendary voyage.On April 28, 1947, Heyerdahl and a team of five adventurers set sail from Peru on a balsa log raft. Over three months at sea, facing violent storms, encounters with whales, and the presence of sharks, they reached their destination�the Polynesian island of Puka Puka.Translated into over sixty languages, ""Kon-Tiki"" stands as a timeless and inspiring narrative of audacity and bravery�a grand saga of humanity confronting the vastness of the sea.For your convenience, a USPS electronic tracking number will be issued free of charge. If you have any further inquiries or require additional information about the book, feel free to contact us. Lyon, F. H.
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- Bookseller
- Alien Bindings
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- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 16237
- Title
- Kon-Tiki: Across the Pacific by Raft
- Author
- Heyerdahl, Thor
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used - Good
- Jacket Condition
- No
- Edition
- First Edition
- ISBN 10
- 0528818651
- ISBN 13
- 9780528818653
- Publisher
- Rand McNally & Company
- Place of Publication
- Chicago
- Date Published
- 1950
- Pages
- 304 pages
- Size
- 8.60 x 5.90 x 1.30 inches
- Keywords
- ;B000AS5QYC; B00254JYGK; B003MZTGP0; B000H3IPJI
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At Alien Bindings, we are committed to preserving the environment and reducing our ecological impact. We run a clean, green business, striving to make a positive contribution to the planet. To achieve this, we embrace sustainable practices in our packaging and shipping procedures. Whenever possible, we reuse clean materials for packaging, ensuring that books are well-protected during transit. Custom-made boxes are crafted from clean cardboard, and printed labels are produced using recycled paper. Additionally, we utilize recycled plastic or bubble wrap to create a weather-proof barrier for your orders.
To further minimize our carbon footprint, we take a conscious approach to delivery. Instead of relying on traditional transportation methods, we opt for a more eco-friendly approach. Our team diligently drops off packages at the local post office via foot or cycle, reducing emissions and contributing to a cleaner environment.
With Alien Bindings, you can indulge in your passion for reading while knowing that you are supporting a sustainable business that cares deeply about the planet. Whether you are seeking a rare find in the sciences or exploring the depths of history, we are here to provide you with a memorable and environmentally-conscious book-buying experience. Thank you for choosing Alien Bindings, where knowledge and sustainability come together harmoniously.
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