Rhodesia: A Postal History - Its Stamps, Posts and Telegraphs Author: R.C. Smith
Rhodesia: A Postal History
Rhodesia: A Postal History (Author-Signed & Protected Presentation Copy)
A Magnificent Deluxe First Edition Documenting Pioneering Communications and Stamps
Bibliographic Specifications
- Title: Rhodesia: A Postal History - Its Stamps, Posts and Telegraphs
- Author: R.C. Smith
- Publisher: Mardon Printers, Salisbury
- Publication Date: 1967 (First Edition)
- ISBN: Not Applicable (Pre-ISBN Era)
- Edition Details: First Edition, Author-Signed Copy. Flat signed by R.C. Smith directly on the title page.
- Binding: Original publisher's premium red cloth boards with brilliant gilt spine ornamentation.
- Physical Format: Royal Octavo (8vo), 454 pages detailed with historical portrait plates and early transit maps.
- Language: English.
Official Condition Report
- The Book: Very Good Plus (VG+)
- Exterior / Boards: Crimson cloth boards are flat, stiff, and highly clean with minimal corner rub. Gilt titles on the spine remain bright and free of oxidation.
- Interior: Superb. Inner pages are clean and white. Features a crisp, clear ink presentation signature from the author on the primary title sheet.
- The Dust Jacket: Very Good (VG)
- Report: Displays some authentic edge wear consistent with age, but remains completely whole, bright, and unclipped. Now beautifully sealed and protected behind a brand-new archival plastic sleeve.
Synopsis & Historical Value
Published in Salisbury in 1967, this extensive work provides a detailed look at the growth of central African communication lines. Beyond technical philatelic cataloging, Smith documents early runner posts, pioneered airmail networks, telegraph deployments, and the development of rail networks from early pioneer expansion through the Federation years.
Author Profile: R.C. Smith
R.C. Smith was an elite researcher and dedicated officer within the Rhodesian postal administration, celebrated for utilizing official colonial ministry archives to assemble his histories.
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