Rex Keating — Nubian Rescue

London, Robert Hale and Company , 1975. First edition. Cloth. A bright copy of this historical work analysing the spectacular Nubian excavations between 1960-1969. The first edition.In the publisher's original unclipped dust wrapper. This work explores the incredible findings of the excavations carried out in Nubia, a region along the Nile river, between 1960 and 1969. With a particular focus on the how the archaeological operation was organised. With three sketched maps, twelve double sided monochrome plates, and numerous figures throughout the text. Collated, complete. From writer, broadcaster and photographer, Rex Keating, who was in charge of the European Division of Egyptian State Broadcasting from 1936-1945.  In the original cloth binding. In the original unclipped dust wrapper. Externally, excellent with shelf wear only. Dust wrapper is also excellent, with minor fading to the spine. Internally, firmly bound with bright and clean pages. Near Fine . Ill.: Numerous Illustrators; Rex Keating. Near Fine/Near Fine.