For your consideration is this book, titled “The Achievements of Stanley”, by J.T Headley; this is a first edition book that was originally only available by subscription. The book was published in 1878 by Hubbard Bros, N.D. Thompson & Co, and A.L. Bancroft & Co, depending on where it was printed. The book details the adventures of Sir Henry Morton Stanley, who was a well-known Welsh journalist and explorer. The piece covers Stanley's discovery of the lost explorer, Livingstone, and his eventful trip down the Congo River. The book shows numerous wonderful illustrations depicting the travels. The cover and spine show gilt lettering and a small illustration in gilt along the spine. The measurements of this book are 9" x 6 1/4".