"The Letters of Walter George, Quensell: Tin Can Mailman of the South Seas", edited by Laurence L. Benson, 1990, 87 pages. Nice spiral bound booklet, 9" x 11" x 3/8" gives a history of Mr. Quensell, the founder of "Tin Can Mail" on Niuafo'ou on in the Kingdom of Tonga. The book also reprints many letters written by George where he explains in his own words the local population, economy, business interests, operation of the Tin Can Mail processes and much more. Examples of the different postal markings and handstamps are also illustrated throughout. Excellent condition and a very interesting book (Image)

$30