Johannes C. Andersen, MYTHS AND LEGENDS OF THE POLYNESIANS, Rare Farrar Edition

Description: Myths & Legends of The Polynesians by Johannes C. Andersen. Includes 16 plates in color by Richard Wallwork and 32 plates in half-tone and other illustrations. Possible First U. S. Edition (no date, but I believe this edition was published in 1931). (FR symbol is not present on copyright page). New York: Farrar & Rinehart Publishers (no date). First published in the UK by G. G. Harrap & Company in 1928. The Volume has a few small marks on the cover (see pic), otherwise the volume is in Very Good condition. The rare original dust wrapper has some wear and small chips on the edges and a thumb size piece missing from the spine (see pic), otherwise the DJ is complete and in good condition. The Hinges and binding are tight. The pages are clean and crisp, looks unread. Rare in this edition. Johannes Carl Andersen (14 March 1873 – 19 June 1962) was a New Zealand clerk, poet, ethnologist, librarian, editor and historian.Andersen was born in Klakring, Denmark. His family emigrated to New Zealand in October 1874 and settled in Christchurch. In 1887 he began working at the Department of Lands and Survey as a cadet draughtsman and then as a clerk. Andersen took a special interest in traditional Maori culture and mythology. This saw him attempt to record and retell aspects of their culture. To the public, he was best known as the inaugural librarian of the Alexander Turnbull Library from 1919 to 1937. In the 1935 King's Birthday Honors, he was appointed a Member of the Order of the British Empire. Media Mail shipping included in the purchase price. Shipping outside the USA at cost. If you have any questions about this book, please ask. Thanks, David White.

Price: 45 USD

Location: Ishpeming, Michigan

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