A very RARE and beautiful and interesting book written by P. Amaury Talbot in 1923. First edition. Book in very good condition. 32 plates from photos, with 51 illustrations, large folding, partly colored map at end in very good condition, index, complete copy. Original blue cloth, with bright gilt, shelfwear, light stains on boards. Inside very clean like fine condition,light wear on margins last Page of index. "He was one of the first generation of colonial servants who combined anthropological proficiency with administrative ability, and his several volumes are highly regarded'. A well-illustrated account with descriptions of the peoples of southern Nigeria, especially the Eket district, the deities, witchcraft, magic plays, spirits of beasts and trees, ceremonies, secret societies, marriage, tabu, war. topography, etc, with excellent illustrations". Very well preserved copy!!! Uncommon. Rarity. Perfect Christmas gift!!!