Theon Wilkinson — Two Monsoons

London, Duckworth, 1976. First edition. Cloth. A signed first edition copy of this fascinating travel work, profusely illustrated by Bill Smith. The first edition of the work, presented in the original unclipped dustwrapper designed by Bill Smith. Signed by the author to the title page. Profusely illustrated throughout by Bill Smith. This fascinating work regarding the British in India addresses the historical period from a fascinating perspective, that is, reviewing the 350 years of European influence through the many epitaphs and monuments which it has left behind. An immensely interesting work regarding the colonialism of a country through an unusual window. In a black cloth binding in the original unclipped dustwrapper. Externally in lovely condition with just some very slight shelfwear to the head and tail of the spine. Dustwrapper is excellent with just some slight wear to the extremities. Internally firmly bound. Pages very bright and clean. Signed by the author to the title page. Fine . Ill.: Bill Smith. Fine/Fine.