The 7th Man A True Cannibal Tale of the South Sea Islands (1930) (Robert Gibbings)

Authored and illustrated by Robert Gibbings, the book features a concise narrative of 189 words and fifteen of his wood engravings. The story, depicting a sailor saved from cannibals by a king’s daughter, is noted for its minimalist text and vivid illustrations. Published by The Golden Cockerel Press. Limited to 500 copies, this being number 166.  Yellow cloth over red pictorial boards. Condition: Endpapers toned. Boards and spine a little dust-marked. light wear to extremities, otherwise very good.