Vintage 1965 Rockwell Kent N by E Greenland Voyage Illustrated Soviet USSR Book

Up for sale is a vintage 1965 Soviet edition of N by E (North by East / Курс N by E) by celebrated American artist, author, and explorer Rockwell Kent. Published in Moscow by Mysl as part of its geographical literature series, this expanded second Soviet edition presents Kent's classic Arctic travel memoir in Russian.

The book recounts Kent's remarkable 1929 voyage by small sailing cutter from New York to Greenland. Combining adventure, humor, and personal reflection, he describes dangerous Arctic waters, a dramatic shipwreck, encounters with Inuit communities, and the breathtaking landscapes of Greenland. Throughout the volume, Kent's distinctive black-and-white illustrations enhance the narrative and have become as iconic as the text itself.

This Soviet edition also includes a special Author's Preface to the Soviet Edition, written specifically for Russian readers, making it especially desirable for collectors of travel literature and Soviet book design.

Key Features

• Expanded second Soviet edition published in 1965
• Classic Arctic travel memoir by Rockwell Kent
• Chronicles the 1929 voyage from New York to Greenland
• Richly illustrated with Kent's original black-and-white artwork
• Includes the author's special preface written for the Soviet edition
• Published by Mysl's Main Editorial Board of Geographical Literature
• Excellent collectible for fans of exploration, maritime history, Arctic travel, and illustrated books

Item Specifics

Author: Rockwell Kent (Рокуэлл Кент)

Title: N by E (Курс N by E)

Translator: Z. V. Zhitomirskaya

Editor: N. Y. Bolotnikov

Publisher: Mysl, Moscow

Year Published: 1965

Edition: Second Soviet Edition

Language: Russian

Format: Hardcover

Print Run: 45,000 copies

Condition

Very good vintage condition.

The original illustrated hardcover remains firm and structurally sound with secure binding. Pages are clean, crisp, and complete, free from writing, stamps, or inscriptions. Light, even age toning is present, consistent with the book's age. Please review all photographs carefully for the exact cosmetic condition.

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