Osa JOHNSON / Tarnish The True Story of a Lion Club 1st Edition 1944 [Hardcover] JOHNSON, Osa [Hardcover] Osa Johnson

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Hardcover has lots of wear along edges and corners. No dust jacket. Some writing inside the front cover. Pages are clean and binding is taped.

This well-loved first edition of “Tarnish The True Story of a Lion Club” by Osa Johnson offers a rare glimpse into the golden age of adventure literature. Published in 1944, it captures the spirit of exploration and discovery that captivated readers in the early 20th century. Johnson, a pioneering filmmaker and explorer, chronicled her daring expeditions to remote corners of the world alongside her husband Martin. This memoir recounts their thrilling encounters with lions in British East Africa, shedding light on the complex dynamics between humans and wildlife during the colonial era. Despite its weathered exterior, this copy retains the essence of Johnson’s vivid storytelling, inviting readers to embark on a journey through the untamed landscapes of a bygone era. A true treasure for collectors of vintage travel narratives and early environmental literature.