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An unblemished Edition in Fine condition housed in a Fine dust-jacket that is negligibly shelfworn ; .

In Victorian Scholar Adventurer, Benzie tells the story of Dr. Furnivall, a Victorian scholar and adventurer who traveled the world in search of knowledge. His travels took him to places such as India, Persia, and Southeast Asia, and he made important contributions to the fields of linguistics, philology, and comparative literature. Dr. Furnivall was a daring and resourceful explorer, and his experiences in the world provide an interesting and unique perspective on Victorian culture and history.; 8vo; 302 pages.