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A Sporting Trip Through Abyssinia by Major P.H.G. Powell-Cotton – Deluxe Leather-Bound Edition This is the highly collectible Briar Patch Press leather-bound edition (1986) of A Sporting Trip Through Abyssinia by Major P.H.G. Powell-Cotton, a foundational work in African big game hunting and exploration literature. Elegantly bound in leather with gold gilt page edges, this edition is both attractive and durable-a standout addition to any sporting or Africana library. Powell-Cotton’s narrative documents his remarkable nine-month, 1,500-mile expedition across Ethiopia at the turn of the 20th century, filled with adventure, discovery, and big game hunting. Condition: Excellent. Features: Full leather binding, gold gilt page edges, illustrated with photographs, fold-out map, 531 pages. Collector’s Note: Highly sought after by collectors of African exploration and hunting classics. A distinguished and beautiful volume for any collector or enthusiast of African adventure. Detailed Contents Summary “A Sporting Trip Through Abyssinia” by Major P.H.G. Powell-Cotton is a classic account of one of the earliest and most ambitious sporting expeditions into Ethiopia (Abyssinia) at the turn of the 20th century. The book chronicles Powell-Cotton’s nine-month journey, covering over 1,500 miles from the plains of the Hawash River to the snow-capped Simien Mountains. Throughout the expedition, Powell-Cotton and his party faced challenging terrain, unpredictable weather, and encounters with both wildlife and local peoples. The narrative is rich with vivid descriptions of hunting big game-including elephant, oryx, ibex, and other rare species-set against the backdrop of Ethiopia’s dramatic and varied landscapes. Powell-Cotton provides detailed accounts of his hunting methods, the habits of the animals pursued, and the logistical complexities of organizing such a journey in an unfamiliar land. The book also offers valuable ethnographic insights, with observations on the customs, dress, and daily life of the Ethiopian people encountered along the way. Illustrated with numerous photographs, A Sporting Trip Through Abyssinia stands as the first comprehensive and graphic account of Ethiopia’s terrain, wildlife, and cultures by a Western explorer. Powell-Cotton’s engaging storytelling and meticulous record-keeping make this work a cornerstone of African sporting and exploration literature. This edition is a leather-bound, gold gilt page edge copy in excellent condition-a truly distinguished and collectible volume for any Africana or big game hunting library.