Jacques Cousteau's Amazon Journey by Jacques Yves; Richards, Mose Cousteau - 1984

New York: Harry N Abrams, 1984. First edition. Hardcover. Fine/near fine. "The largest, widest, and oldest river in the world, South America's mightly Amazon provides the richest habitat for life anywhere on earth. ..Renowned oceanographers Jacques -Yves Cousteau, his son Jean-Michel, and a Cousteau Society team of divers, scientists, photographers...recently completed an unprecedented 18-month-long investigation of the great waterway..." Oversized. Pristine chocolate cloth boards are in excellent condition. Fantastic photography with text. Previous owners embossed stamp on first title page and name and date on front pastedown; would otherwisebe graded very fine. Tight binding, sharp corners, clear and crisp paging with no other markings, writing, or soiling. Jacket shows a light rub/scuff and would otherwise be graded fine. No nicks, tears, or chips. A very nice volume for the coffee table. Due to size and weight, no international orders accepted.