The book is a first edition hardcover titled "The Overloaded Ark" by Gerald M. Durrell, published by Faber & Faber in July 1953. Written in English, this book is an original edition and not a facsimile. It falls under the category of exploration and travel, specifically focusing on Africa. As a collector's item, this book holds historical significance as it was the author's first published work.
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