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Nicky Wright text and photography
MERCEDES Benz The Enduring Legend
Gallery Books Madison Avenue New York City - 1991 hardcover 10" x 14�" with dust jacket A handsome book in very good condition This book looks at the original individuals responsible for joining forces to give the world Mercede-Benz Carl Benz and Gottlieb Daimler; and we'll discover how Mercedes climbed to the top with a succession of legendary cars such as the 300SL Gullwing the 280SL and the fabulous 560SEC. Book packed with stunning photographs of familiar models as well as cars that have never been photographed before. A wonderful tribute to the marque. Packed book weigh 2kgs 4�lbs - slightly higher than usual shipping will apply. Gallery Books, Madison Avenue, New York City - hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 40637
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T G H Strehlow with photography by Noel Ryan
ALL LIFE IS ONE A Selection of Works by William Ricketts
Forests Commission Victoria Australia softcover 9" x 8 3/4" Covers a little scruffy. Booklet in VERY GOOD condition A selection of Works by William Ricketts from his sanctuary at Mt Dandenong Australia. Ricketts was a sculptor albeit eccentric who created amazing large 'bush sculptures' with Aboriginal themes in his mountain retreat outside Melbourne today a public museum. This booklet surveys his work depicts it in full-colour and declares Ricketts love of the Australian bush. "I have dared to know what wholeness of life means" he claims. Forests Commission Victoria [Australia] paperback
书商的参考编号 : 30993
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un named writers with photography by Great Mountain West Supply & LDS Graphics Library
Historic TEMPLE SQUARE of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints UTAH
Great Mountain West Supply Salt Lake City Utah - 1990 stapled booklet 7" x 10" with card covers Booklet in AS NEW condition This book is printed on thick glossy paper stock to emphasise the glorious 67 full-colour photographs of unique historical buildings statues murals and monuments that portray the buildings and teachings of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints the 'Mormons'. It is also the history of early American settlers who moved from place to place until they reach the Great Salt Lake Valley. Great Mountain West Supply, Salt Lake City, Utah - unknown
书商的参考编号 : 39212
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Andre L Simon and S F Hallgarten with colour photography by Percy Hennell
THE GREAT WINES OF GERMANY and its Famed Vineyards
McGraw-Hill Publishing Co New York - first edition 1963 hardcover 7�" x 10�" with dust jacket VERY GOOD book in VERY GOOD unclipped dust jacket LOOSELY INSERTED: 'With Compliments' slip signed by Director Axel Springer Publishing. 29 superb full-colour photographs of Germany's romantic wine lands four double-page maps & two single-page maps of Wine Districts Alsace Hunsruck Rheingau Baden& Palatinate glossary of German terms bibliography and index. Has short history of German wines and interprets the detailed and highly informative labels to be found on German wines. Written by the doyen of wine writers. McGraw-Hill Publishing Co, New York - first edition hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 34709
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John M Proctor with photography by Rick Roessler
VIKTOR VODKA and RAW FISH The Last Crossing of the U.S.S.R.
Whitewing Press Tucson Arizona - 1994 softcover 6" x 9" Book in VERY GOOD condition Over 30 full-colour photographs. Just as the reign of Communism was ending forever in Eastern Europe an American-owned Cessna left Soviet airspace after an historic flight across Russia the first American crossing since the Lindbergh's in 1937 to promote international friendship through aviation. Here is the captivating tale of that voyage�through a fascinating foreign culture on the eve of an intriguing era of change. Whitewing Press, Tucson, Arizona - paperback
书商的参考编号 : 39285
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Martin Walter with photography by Joe Rothstein
GEM CUTTING IS EASY
Crown Publishers New York - second printing 1972 Softcover 28cms x 16.5cms Book in VERY GOOD condition For those without previous training or superior mechanical skills this book tells everything needed to get started in learning to turn out magnificent cabochons and multifaceted gems with a minimum of expense .It�s a complete guidebook with 20 colour plates 144 illustrations plus authoritative text. Crown Publishers, New York - second printing paperback
书商的参考编号 : 44359
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Robert Thomson and Renata Atkin with photography by Peter Solness
THE CHINESE ARMY an Illustrated History from the Long March to Tinanmen Square
Australian Broadcasting Corporation Sydney 1990 hardcover 12" x 8.25" and dust jacket China's armed services have undertaken dramatic modernisation recently. Book of the Award-winning TV documentary series. Book weighs over 1.5kgs over 3lbs. VERY GOOD book in VERY GOOD unclipped dust jacket Red cloth-bound boards with white type to spine colour photo endpapers 4 maps 223 superb colour photograhs some double-spreads chronology bibliography index. The People's Liberation Army of China is over 3000000 multi-skilled people; 1920-1980s. Australian Broadcasting Corporation, Sydney hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 27195
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Jeremy J Beale with photography by Alix Coleman
EVENTING IN FOCUS
Angus & Robertson Publishers London - first UK edition 1976 hardcover 11 1/4" x 8 3/4" with dust jacket VERY GOOD book in VERY GOOD price-clipped DJ Green publisher's boards with gold type to dark-green spine linen photographic endpapers 14 full-colour photographs more than 250 b&w photos. Eventing also known as Combined Training and Horse Trials is unquestioningly the most challenging and complete test that a horse and rider can undertake. The first of three consecutive stages involves dressage precise & elegant; the second brings the demanding cross-country speed and endurance test; the final phase challenges the horse's resilience and stamina in the show jumping arena. Generously illustrated this book presents the history fundamentals procedures and behind-the-scenes activities. Angus & Robertson Publishers, London - first UK edition hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 28329
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Magnus Linklater with photography by Anthony Gascoigne
MASSACRE: THE STORY OF GLENCOE
William Collins Sons London & Glasgow 1982 Hardcover 25�cms x 19cms with dust jacket Ours is an ex-library copy in transparent protective covering with stamps rear pocket and stickers. GOOD book in GOOD unclipped dust jacket In the early hours of 13 February 1692 in the remote Highland valley of Glencoe thirty-eight men wonen and children - members of the MacDonald clan - were slaughtered in cold blood by government troops. The episode remains today one of the most emotive in Scottish history. Where did the ruthless idea originate Was it Campbell soldiers settling an old score Or did responsibility lie higher up The scandal was finally forced into the open by a pamphleteer and an official inquiry was mounted. A report was submitted to Parliament. But would Parliament dare to challenge the King The chilling Glencoe story is capured here in world and photograph. William Collins Sons, London & Glasgow hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 43351
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Frank H Epp with photography by John Goddard
THE PALESTINIANS Portrait of a People in Conflict
McClelland and Stewart Toronto Canada - 1976 hardcover 6�" x 9�" with dust jacket VERY GOOD book in VERY GOOD price-clipped dust jacket This book relates the Palestinian side of the tragic Middle East story and tells the West the human truth about the Palestinian Arabs. Men and women speak here for themselves in interviews conducted in North America Egypt Lebanon Syria Jordan Israel Gaza West Bank & East Jerusalem. We hear the words of priests students businessmen commandos camp residents etc etc. Much of this material was smuggled across hostile borders. Thirty-two pages of photographs and maps. McClelland and Stewart, Toronto, Canada - hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 39690
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Sue Jennings with photography by George Solomonides
REMEDIAL DRAMA a Handbook for Teachers and Therapists
Pitman Publishing Kingsway London 1974 Hardcover 8�" x 5�" with dust jacket Previous owner's name to front endpaper. VERY GOOD book in VERY GOOD unclipped dust jacket This book is intended for non-drama specialists such as teachers social workers occupational therapists nurses and psychologists seeking new ideas to incorporate into their work. It will also provide stimulus for the trained drama leader to extend the scope of his/her work. This book emphasizes just how much 'drama' everyone already has in his own experience though it is often known by other names 'games'. All the suggestions have been tried out in remedial work but their success can only be guaged by the reader himself trying them out and seeing what happens. Pitman Publishing, Kingsway, London hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 43508
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Ralph E Reiner with color photography by Robert W Pasbrig & Ralph E Reiner
FLOWERING BEAUTY OF GLACIER NATIONAL PARK and the MAJESTIC HIGH ROCKIES - Introducing the
Glacier Park Incorporated Montana - first edtion 1969 softcover 6" x 9" Book in VERY GOOD condition This book contains 246 color photographs of the flowers found in Glacier National Park and the Montana Rockies including 125 species. There are two photographs of every flower. One is a close-up; the other a field picture showing more detail of the flower. Each plant is listed by its familiar name other common names by which it might be known as well as Family Genera and Species name. Glacier Park Incorporated, Montana - first edtion paperback
书商的参考编号 : 40114
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Christopher Hilton with photography by Keith Sutton
ALAIN PROST
Partridge Press London - 1992 hardcover 6�" x 9�" with dust jacket Ours is an ex-library copy in transparent protective covering with usual stamps stickers and barcode. Very good book in very good unclipped dust jacket Alain Prost won three Formula One World Championship titles in a career which he pursued from the beginning with single-minded determination and unwavering ambition. Yet Prost's achievements and personality also led to conflicts and tensions with many he encountered - his relationship with Ayrton Senna for example and his troubled association with Ferrari are explored here providing new insights into the workings of a Formula One racing team. Many photographs mostly in full-colour. Partridge Press, London - hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 39390
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Jim Howes text and Neil McLeod photography
LITTLE BIT LONG WAY
Dorr/McLeod Publishing Melbourne - first edition 1986 hardcover 11" x 11�" with dustjacket VERY GOOD book in VERY GOOD unclipped dust jacket Landscape format photographic illustrated board covers coloured endpapers 48 stunning colour photographs. A delightful and thought-provoking Australian Aboriginal story told with minimal text and beautiful photographs - an Aboriginal group is moved to another camp by white 'officials' while their artist elder prepares to teach his skills and beliefs to a younger tribe member. High production values throughout. Dorr/McLeod Publishing, Melbourne - first edition hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 34649
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Marie Vogts photography by Colin Paterson Jones
SOUTH AFRICA'S PROTEACEAE Know Them and Grow Them
Proteaflora Enterprises Ltd Melbourne - first edition 1982 hardcover 9" x 11�" lacks jacket Small white-out to front endpaper previous owner's name. Book in VERY GOOD condition Colour-illustrated map endpapers 'Cape Folded Mountain Region' illustrated title page 346 full-colour photographs a few drawings in visual key to the genera cultivation maps references scientific names glossary and index. A fascinatingly thorough guide to the Proteaceae of South Africa with their distinctive characteristics nomenclature generic and species descriptions cultivation and propagation pruning advice commercial applications and post-harvest handling. Packed book weighs 2kilos 4�lbs higher-than-usual shipping will apply - we'll gladly quote first. Proteaflora Enterprises Ltd, Melbourne - first edition hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 33822
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Mohamed Amin Duncan Willetts photography and Brian Tetley text
JOURNEY THROUGH NEPAL
Camerapix Publishers Nairobi Kenya - 3rd impression 1993 hardcover 9�" x 12�" with dust jacket Moisture ripple to bottom 1" of many pages not effecting legibilitty or page-turning hence our lower price. Previous owner's inscription to endpaper. GOOD book in VERY GOOD unclipped dust jacket The contrasts and cultures of this enchanted land nestling among the world's greatest mountains are brought to glowing life in this book through 160 stunning large-scale colour photographs. Nepal is a country of ice-capped mountains fertile valleys and rushing streams; an ancient kingdom with colourful festivals and living gods birthplace of the Lord Buddha and home of the famed Gurkha warriors and Sherpa communities. The photography is outstanding. As packed book weighs 2kgs 4�lbs expect slightly-higher-than-usual shipping costs ask we'll quote first. Camerapix Publishers, Nairobi, Kenya - 3rd impression hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 41006
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Christine Kingdom with photography by Peter Williams
New Crafts RIBBONWORK
Lorenz Books London 1996 Hardcover 10�" x 10�" with dust jacket VERY GOOD book in VERY GOOD unclipped dust jacket Contains 25 decorative and practical projects illustrated with step-by-step colour photographs plus a gallery of the finest work by contemporary designers for further inspiration. Lorenz Books, London hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 32316
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Barbara Mayer with photography by Rob Gray
IN THE ARTS & CRAFTS STYLE
Chronicle Books San Francisco � 1993 hardcover 11.25" x 9.5" with dust jacket VERY GOOD book in GOOD unclipped dust jacket Dark-green cloth-bound boards with white type to spine dark-green endpapers featuring 159 outstanding full-color photographs emphasising the 'Arts & Crafts' style index. Highlighting the work of such influential designers as Gustav Stickley L & JG Stickley Charles Voysey Greene & Greene George Ohr Tiffany among others. Book has high production values. Ours is an ex-library copy in transparent protective covering with usual stamps stickers barcode etc. Binding is firm. Some shelf-wear to bottom of boards. Chronicle Books, San Francisco hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 27553
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David J Coffey with photography by Heather Angel
The Encyclopedia of AQUARIUM FISH
Pelham Books publishers London 1977 hardcover 8�" x 10" with dust jacket VERY GOOD book in VERY GOOD unclipped dust jacket Over 200 species are illustrated here with 160 in colour and 70 in black-and-white; while over 1200 are described including their size place of origin coloration their breeding habits and most importantly their ability to co-exist peacefully in the aquarium with fish of their own and other species. All aspects of aquarium keeping are covered; while topics such as anatomy genetics evolution diseases and their prevention are discussed in full. Pelham Books, publishers, London hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 36381
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Martin Harbury text Ron Watts photography with Preface by Richard Adams
THE LAST OF THE WILD HORSES
Sidgwick & Jackson Bloomsbury Way London - 1984 hardcover 27cms x 32cms with dust jacket VERY GOOD book in VERY GOOD unclipped dust jacket This beautiful book celebrates seven kinds of distinctive wild horses: the fierce Przewalskis of Mongolia the gentle Tarpans of Poland the hardy British ponies the beautiful marsh horses of the French Camargue the resilient horses of Sable Island the beleaguered Brumbies of rural Australia and the spirited American mustangs. Author Harbury and photographer Watts spent five years studying these magnificent wild horses. Many outstanding photographs all in colour. Sidgwick & Jackson, Bloomsbury Way, London - hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 41811
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Claudio Lazi photography with Catherine Grognard text
THE TATOO Graffiti for the Soul
Promotional Reprint Company 1994 Hardcover 26cms x 27cms with illustrated board covers Book in GOOD condition Dr Catherine Grognard sheds new light on the art of tattooing. In some ways this form of expression holds little hope in so far as one loses a part of one's true self by modifying the original covering of skin. A book of images which are stuck to the skin dragons of the flesh lascivcious serpents hissing on the breasts these rich examples of the martyred skin incite the reader to marvel at ther brutal beauty. Some people are shocked by the bewildering strangeness of these decorations � but one can also try to understand. Book includes dozens of full colour photographs taken at the first French international tattooing convention. Promotional Reprint Company hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 43096
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Megan Parry with photography by Lesley Brill.
STENCILING
Van Nostrand Reinhold New York 1977 hardcover 11 1/4" x 8 3/4" with dust jacket Ours is an ex-library copy in transparent protective covering with usual stamps & stickers etc. Barcode excised from ffep. GOOD book in GOOD price-clipped dust jacket. Tan cloth-bound boards with gold type to spine 17 full-color plates 67 b&w photographs 141 b&w drawings and plans and index. Professional stenciler Megan Parry tells all - from making your first pattern to planning a whole room and endless other projects. All you need is paint brush scissors pencil ruler and paper. Learn how to make stencils invent new designs plan a room stencil a room and identify special stenciling projects. With special section of over 25 full-size designs for direct tracing. Stenciling is the easiest cheapest and most fun way to introduce color pattern and individuality into your home. Van Nostrand Reinhold, New York hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 31130
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Dianne Rayner with photography by Helga Leunig. With Introduction by Marilyn Rowe OBE
BECOMING A DANCER Ballet
Text Publishing Co. East Melbourne 1992 Hardcover with protected dust jacket VERY GOOD book in VERY GOOD unclipped dust jacket This book follows a year in the lives of five young dancers at the Australian Ballet School. It records in words and photographs the ballet students practising at the barre learning to dance in partnership making friends living away from home watching their diet learning to apply make-up nursing injuries and having fun together on weekends. This is a beautifully produced volume with superb colour and b&w photography. Text Publishing Co., East Melbourne hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 44701
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Enzo Carli translated by S Kent with photography by F Lensini
THE CHOIR BOOK MINIATURES FOR SIENA CATHEDRAL
Edizioni I.F.I. Firenze Italy 1991 softcover 6�" x 9�" Book in AS NEW condition Full colour title page fifty colour plates inc detail seven b&w plates and bibliography. Perhaps no other cathedral like Siena has the privilege of possessing two great organic cycles of choir books whose decorations and illustrations make up the finest work created in the field of the art of miniature at the end of the 13th century - here is an examining essay and the outstanding reproductions from the choir books. Edizioni I.F.I., Firenze, Italy paperback
书商的参考编号 : 35225
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Ashvin Mehta photography with Maurice Herzog Introduction
HIMALAYA ENCOUNTERS WITH ETERNITY
Thames & Hudson London 1991 Large format softcover 26 x 30cms landscape Book in VERY GOOD condition These unique photographs introduce us to an exotic virtually unattainable world where time plays no part where eternity seems to be a palpable aspect of the scene. Their beauty composure and sensitive reality brilliantly convey the awe and veneration experienced by the photographer himself in the high altitudes of the Himalayan lands. 77 colour photographs - an outstanding photo-essay Thames & Hudson, London paperback
书商的参考编号 : 43923
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Dr Peter Crowcroft with photography by Harry Millen Taronga Zoo Leland La France Brookfield
THE ZOO
Hutchinson Group Ultimo Sydney 1978 Hardcover with dust jacket White-out to front endpaper previous owner's name. GOOD book in GOOD unclipped dust jacket Dr Peter Crowcroft having directed big zoos in the United States and Australia is eminently qualified to present this book - his text is lavishly illustrated with more than 100 outstanding photographs mostly in colour. Cages are being demolished priorities in animal collections questions and the zoo's role in conservation debated. This is an important addition to zoo literature Hutchinson Group, Ultimo, Sydney hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 43945
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S Allyn Schaeffer paintings and John Shaw photography
The Oil Painter's GUIDE TO PAINTING WATER - 50 Lessons in Painting Oceans Rapids Rivers Lakes Marshes and Beaches in all Weather and Seasons
Watson-Guptill Publications Broadway New York - 1986 Hardcover 11�" x 8�" 28�cms x 22cms with dust jacket VERY GOOD book in VERY GOOD unclipped dust jacket This book shows you how to tackle the many fascinating challenges that water in nature presents to the oil painter. In 50 practical demonstrations a renowned natur photographer and a famous landscape artist join talents to help you acquire the skills to bring such vivid scenes to life on your canvases. Many of the lessons are developed in step-by-step demonstrations so you can see the painting evolve from sketch to finish. Book includes 200 colour plates. Watson-Guptill Publications, Broadway, New York - hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 42278
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Cheryl Owen with photography by Steve Tanner
SALT DOUGH How to Make Beautiful and Lasting Objects from Flour Salt and Water
Lorenz Books publishers London -reprint edition 1995 hardcover 9" x 11�" with dust jacket Previous owner's name to front endpaper. Repaired short tear to rear jacket. VERY GOOD book in VERY GOOD unclipped dust jacket Salt dough modelling is one of the cheapest easiest and most versatile art and craft mediums. This book is the complete practical step-by-step guide to using Salt Dough for creating beautiful traditional and contemporary objects of every kind. Includes recipes for different effects and all the basic techniques for kneading drying and baking colouring painting glazing and varnishing. Lorenz Books, publishers, London -reprint edition hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 40659
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Judy Urquhart with photography by Eric Ellington
EIGG in Scotland's Western Isles
Canongate publishers Edinburgh 1987 softcover 8�" x 9�" Ours is an ex-library copy in transparent protective covering with usual stamps stickers and barcode. Reinforced hinges. Book in VERY GOOD condition The island of Eigg is one of the most beautiful fertile and wooded of Scotland's Western Isles. It has a long and bloody past and for centuries was torn between Norsemen Vikings Picts and Scots. This fascinating study of the island traces Eigg's history from its geological beginnings and the coming of Christianity to the folklore the customs of the island people including its eccentric twentieth century owners. Dozens of distinctive black & white images. Canongate, publishers, Edinburgh paperback
书商的参考编号 : 37400
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Liza Gardner with photography by Emma Peios
THE HANDMADE TILE BOOK
New Holland Publishers London 1999 Hardcover with colour printed boards & dust jacket VERY GOOD book in VERY GOOD unclipped dust jacket Ceramic tiles have become a modern design feature found on a variety of surfaces and in every room of the house. This book shows you how to make your own original tiles from individual picture tiles and motifs to friezes and panels in a range of rich colours and styles using a variety of techniques and effects. Over 20 tile projects included with advice and instructions. Beautiful book! New Holland Publishers, London hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 42743
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Gene S Stuart with photography by Mark Godfrey & paintings by Louis S Glanzman
THE MIGHTY AZTECS
National Geographic Society Washington DC 1985 Hardcover 26cms x 18cms with dust jacket VERY GOOD book in VERY GOOD unclipped dust jacket Brilliant as it was cruel the Aztec sun shone over ancient Mexico only briefly before being eclipsed by events of history. This prolifically illustrated volume explores the Aztec people's beliefs society buildings customs and empire - drawing on antiquities and sculptures to establish a meaningful understanding of a lost civilisation and those who currenty occupy their homeland. National Geographic Society, Washington, DC hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 43830
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Roy Dennis with commissioned photography by Peter Moore
THE LOCH A Year in the Life of a Scottish Loch Accompanies the TV Series
BCA by arrangement with BBC Books London 1993 hardcover 7�" x 10" with dust jacket Short crease to dust jacket flap. AS NEW book in AS NEW unclipped dust jacket This book conjures up Scotland's uniquely beautiful and special wildlife and scenery and tells of recent conservation successes in the area. It follows the seasonal changes around a loch in the eastern Highlands of Scotland looking at flora and fauna fish and pond life vegetation migrating birds and native animals. BCA by arrangement with BBC Books, London hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 35918
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Michael Ayrton & Henry Moore with photography by Ilario Bessi
GIOVANNI PISANO Sculptor
Thames & Hudson publishers London - first edition 1969 hardcover 10" x 11" with dust jacket Packed book weighs 2kgs 4�lbs higher-than-usual shipping may apply. VERY GOOD book in VERY GOOD unclipped dust jacket Gold embossed type to spine & publisher's logo to front cover full-colour frontispiece and 370 black & white plates bibliography and index. Henry Moore ranks Giovanni Pisano second only to Michelangelo as an Italian sculptor and his comments on individual Pisano pieces in this book have a special significance. Michael Ayrton a fellow sculptor has produced here the first definitive book in English on this giant of mediaeval art after twenty years' study it is fully illustrated and documented - an outstanding achievement. Thames & Hudson, publishers, London - first edition hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 35855
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Frank Graham Jr. and photography by Christopher Ayres
GULLS A Social History
Random House publishers New York 1975 hardcover 7�" x 8�" with dust jacket GOOD book in GOOD unclipped dust jacket This is a book about gulls and men not primarily a natural history of gulls but rather a social history - a record of the relations between man and several of the world's fourty-four species of gulls. Over the past 150 years man's actions have thrown some species of gulls totally out of context with their world yet they have managed not only to survive but for better or worse to multiply at a rate that matches man's own. Book includes list of 44 gull species with scientific names. Random House, publishers, New York hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 37630
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Clauspeter Becker Emanuel Eckardt et al with photography by Peter Vann
FANTASTIC PORSCHE - the 50th Anniversary Book 1948 - 1998
Aurum Press Bedford Avenue London - n.d. 1998 Landscape hardcover 31cms x 24�cms 12�" x 9�" with dust jacket VERY GOOD book in VERY GOOD unclipped dust jacket This superb book is both a record and a celebration of fifty years of Porsche's history. Leading experts have contributed chapters on all the landmark models not just the production cars such as the 911 and the Boxster but also the 804 racing car which was a star of the Grand Prix circuits in 1961 the Tag Turbo engine which powered McLaren Niki Lauder and Alain Prost to three world championships and the awesome 935 and 956/962 competition cars. This book also covers the history of the company and its present and future prospects as well as the many notable characters who have contributed the development of the marque. Aurum Press, Bedford Avenue, London - hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 42139
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Shirley Maddock with photography by Don Whyte
ISLANDS OF THE GULF Hauraki Gulf Auckland New Zealand
Collins Auckland New Zealand - reprint edition 1972 hardcover 6�" x 8�" with dust jacket VERY GOOD book in VERY GOOD unclipped dust jacket The Hauraki Gulf the gateway to Auckland is a yachtsman's paradise a fisherman's dream a mecca for holiday-makers. The Gulf and its islands have known bloody wars brutal crimes sagas of pioneering daring and endurance in sharp contrast to its placid modern charm. Shirley Maddock vividly recreates its colourful yesterdays and captures its varied life today. 20 colour photos; 80 in b&w; map endpapers. Collins, Auckland, New Zealand - reprint edition hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 40266
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Nicholas Lodge with Foreword by Jenny Campbell & photography by Graham Tann
THE ART OF SUGARCRAFT Lace and Filigree
Merehurst Press London 1987 Hardcover 29 x 14.5cms with colour printed boards Ours is an ex-library copy in transparent protective covering and usual stamps and stickers etc. Book in GOOD condition Fine lace and delicate filigree can be created in royal icing buttercream and chocolate. This book gives excellent step-by-step instructions on the techniques for producing these attractive decorations plus a wonderful collection of completely new filigree designs and lace patterns which every sugarcraft artist will want to copy. Illustrated throught in beautiful full colour. Merehurst Press, London hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 43985
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John R Hamilton photography & John Calvin Batchelor text
THUNDER IN THE DUST Classic Images of Western Movies
Stewart Tabori & Chang New York 1987 landscape-format hardcover 12�" x 9�" with dust jacket Ours is an ex-library copy with transparent protective covering usual stickers bar code stamps etc. Packed book weighs 1�kgs 3�lbs. VERY GOOD book in VERY GOOD unclipped dust jacket Over 100 full-colour photographs. The Western movie is as old as Hollywood itself and to all the world it is one of the most spectacular achievements of the American motion-picture industry. For the past thirty years photographer John Hamilton has been working on the sets of Westerns. He has captured extraordinary images that speak directly of the Westerm - staggering sunsets vast landscapes the lone horse on silhouette to the stagecoach being pursued across the plains. Stewart, Tabori & Chang, New York hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 35454
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Richard Bennett photography & Bob Ross text
OCEAN CLASSICS
Richard Bennett Tasmania - first edition 1994 hardcover 11" x 11" with dust jacket VERY GOOD book in VERY GOOD unclipped dust jacket Grey cloth-bound boards with gold type to spine & front map 69 full-colour photographs of racing yachts in action includes two double-spreads. Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Sydney to Hobart yacht race Bennett's outstanding work salutes entrants between 1975 - 1993 as well as Melbourne to Hobart Cirumnavigation of Tasmania Tall Ships 1988 Solo Global Circumnavigation etc. Book in transparent protective covering. Richard Bennett, Tasmania - first edition hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 27558
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Bob Krauss with photography by Bill Gleasner
KAUAI Hawaiian Island South Seas
An Island Heritage Book Norfolk Island Australia - 1981 bound booklet 7" x 10" with card covers Booklet in AS NEW condition Kauai is the Bali Hai picture postcard image of the South Seas. The love story 'South Pacific' was filmed here for of all the Hawaiian islands Kauai comes closest to being everyone's dream of a tropical paradise. This lavish guide to the island's natural attractions is highly photographic and includes a map and historical background of the indigenous inhabitants. An Island Heritage Book, Norfolk Island, Australia - unknown
书商的参考编号 : 41639
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Keith Shackleton writer illustrator with Jim Snyder photography
SHIP IN THE WILDERNESS Voyages of the MS 'Lindblad Explorer' through the last wild places on Earth
J M Dent & Sons London - 1986 hardcover 8�" x 11�" with dust jacket Inscription to previous owner on front endpaper. VERY GOOD book in VERY GOOD unclipped dust jacket Dramatic Antarctic icescapes the play of colour in the crystal clear Pacific a million penguins crowding the slopes of a volcano a sea lion sleeping under a giant cactus in the Galapagos Arctic birds in sculpted cliff colonies walruses whales and hunting polar bears - these are just some of the rare and beautiful images to be found in this highly unusual book about the ocean voyages of the MS 'Lindblad Explorer'. Book includes 50 of Keith Shackleton's watercolours and more than 150 breathtaking colour photographs by Jim Snyder. A magnificent book! As packed book weighs 1�kgs 3�lbs slightly-higher-than-usual shipping costs apply. J M Dent & Sons, London - hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 39945
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Jack London; photography by Seymour Linden
THE CALL OF THE WILD
Harmony Books New York � 1977 Hardcover 10.25" x 7" with dust jacket Jacket has small creases tears edge-wear. VERY GOOD book in GOOD dust jacket Light-brown cloth-bound boards with dark-brown type to spine and front drawing over 50 b/w photographs maps. Jack London's immortal story of life in the Klondike written 1903 here with original text supported by on-location photographs from TV series. Harmony Books, New York hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 30507
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Harry Frauca with photography by Claudy & Harry Frauca
Pack Manual of TRACKS SIGNS AND NESTS
A H & A W Reed publishers Terrey Hills Sydney 1980 hardcover with illustrated board covers 5�" x 8�" Book in VERY GOOD condition To study living creatures and their behaviour in the bush you must first be able to find them. All mammals reptiles and birds leave some signs of activity. Tracking depends on a broad knowledge of habitats feeding and breeding behaviours and the characteristics which distinguish different species. This book will help you develop these skills during bush walks and nature trips. Thirty-three b&w photographs and dozens of diagrams and drawings. A H & A W Reed, publishers, Terrey Hills, Sydney hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 36687
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Lorrie Mack Lucinda Edgerton and Jane Newdick with James Merrell photography
LAURA ASHLEY GUIDE TO COUNTRY DECORATING
Hodder & Stoughton Rydalmere Sydney - 1992 hardcover 27cms x 30cms 10�" x 11�" with dust jacket VERY GOOD book in VERY GOOD unclipped dust jacket Country style is characterised by its simplicity and time-worn traditions its blending of the decorative and the functional its delight in natural materials the colours of the countryside the lovingly handcrafted. This book takes the perennial love of the rustic way of life and translates it into a sty;le for modern-day living. This inspirational decorating guide shows how to capture the essence and simplicity of country style. Book includes literally hundreds of outstanding photographic examples to support the text. Hodder & Stoughton, Rydalmere, Sydney - hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 42154
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Lyn Le Grice photography: Michael & David Murray
THE STENCILLED HOUSE
Collins Publishers Sydney - first Australian ed. 1988 hardcover 11 1/4" x 8 3/4" and dust jacket A unique book filled with original work; book has high production values. AS NEW book in AS NEW unclipped dust jacket. Full colour illustrated board covers dark green endpapers illustrated half-and full title page colour frontispiece glossary. Full colour to every page except final 15 pages how-to instructions. The reader is taken room by room through the house in a series of beautiful original colour photographs focussing on whole-room views as well as close-ups of all important details. A how-to reference section cover all the techniques necessary to stencil a wide range of surfaces. Collins Publishers, Sydney - first Australian ed. hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 30877
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Chuck Lawliss text & photography
HAWAII For the Sophisticated Traveler
McGraw-Hill Book Company New York - 0070367027 1985 Hardcover 8�" x 11�" with dust jacket AS NEW book in AS NEW price-clipped dust jacket Here in words and beautiful colour photographs is the quintessential hawaii; the top resorts the best restaurants the stunning scenery and the charm of its people - an island-by-island distillate of what is special about Hawaii for the discerning few who won't settle on second-best. Inscription & business card to half-title page. Packed book weighs 1�kgs 3lbs. McGraw-Hill Book Company, New York - 0070367027 hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 32713 ???????? : 0070367027 9780070367029
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A J Budrys and Ken Evans & Allan Scott editors. Photography by Allan Scott
CYCLE REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE
Adam & Charles Black publishers London 1984 large-format softcover 8�" x 11" Book in AS NEW condition This comprehensive maintenance guide explains and illustrates the parts of all types of bicycles popular throughout Europe and Australia. It covers how they work how they might go wrong and precisely how to fix the problems with step-by-step instructions cleartly labelled photographs and exploded diagrams. Adam & Charles Black, publishers, London paperback
书商的参考编号 : 36469
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Michel Folco photography and Pierre Renaud text
MAURITIUS
Les Editions du Pacific Singapore - revised edition 1989 hardcover 7" x 8�" with dust jacket Small white-out to ffep previous owner's name. VERY GOOD book in VERY GOOD unclipped dust jacket Hundreds of magnificent full-colour photographs. Once under French dominion and later a British colony Mauritius became part of the British Commonwealth after Independence in 1968. Because of the beauty of its unspoiled inland and the changing colours of its lagoon surrounded by coral reefs Mauritius has been called "the floating garden of the ocean." This book reveals the history people tourist highlights and practical resources of the island. Beautiful! Les Editions du Pacific, Singapore - revised edition hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 33702
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Patti Perret photography with Introduction by Terri Windling
THE FACES OF FANTASY
Tom Doherty Associates New York 1996 Large-format softcover 28cms x 22cms Ours is an ex-library copy in transparent protective covering with usual stamps stickers and barcode.ook in GOOD condition A stunning and definitive collection of photographs of more than one hundred of today's top fantasy writers coupled with insightful personal statements from the authors themselves. No need to imagine what your favorite fantasy authors look like - they're all here! Tom Doherty Associates, New York paperback
书商的参考编号 : 44383
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Richard B Fisher with photography by Tom Ang
THE MARCO POLO EXPEDITION A Journey Along the Silk Road
Hodder and Stoughton London 1988 Hardcover 10�" x 8:" with dust jacket Ours is an ex-library copy in transparent protective covering with usual stamps stickers barcode etc. VERY GOOD book in VERY GOOD unclipped dust jacket Dark-blue cloth-bound boards with gold title to spine photographic endpapers photo portrait as frontispiece 26 full-colour photographs many double-spreads 30 b&w photos 4 maps 1 diagram glossary extensive bibliography and index. A modern journey of 22500 kilometres through Turkey Iran the USSR and China retracing Marco Polo's thirteenth-century travels to the court of Kublai Khan which developed into a network of trade routes known as the Silk Road. This book is an invaluable guide for modern travellers along one of the world's most enduring highways. Hodder and Stoughton, London hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 31322
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