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1974réf. 558c9914Vancouver B.C.: Kitsilano Secondary School 1974. Book. Very Good. Hardcover. First Edition. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. Includes splendid two-page colour photo of entire student body in front of the school. Clean and unmarked with light wear. Tight and square. A nice copy. Kitsilano Secondary School Hardcover
1960réf. 121a6795Victoria British Columbia: Self-Published 1960. Book. Very Good. Hardcover. Limited Edition. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. 39 pages including bibliography. Hand-numbered copy number 26 of limited edition of 100. "By the time the Act 'to provide for the celebration of the mainland colony of British Columbia' was passed on February 23rd 1956 the idea of a commemorative medal had taken firm root and the Victoria Numismatic Society set up a committee to carry out the work of planning the design size presentation and other technical details of a suitable medal. this work places on permanent record the general course of events that led up to the striking of the medal and some of the problems successfully encountered and overcome." - from Foreward. Illustrations tipped in. Light wear. Very nice copy. Self-Published Hardcover
1988réf. 559c6622Chilliwack BC: Mount Cheam Christian School 1988. Book. Good. Hardcover. First Edition. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. Loaded with wonderful black and white photos of students staff and facilities. Also includes very informative text. Undated. Unpaginated. Average wear. Prior owner's name sticker inside front board. Binding intact. A sound copy of this wonderful memento. Mount Cheam Christian School Hardcover
1990réf. 878c9331North Vancouver British Columbia Canada: Whitecap Books Ltd. 1990. Book. Illus. by Kluckner Michael - Watercolours. Very Good. Hardcover. First Edition. Folio - over 12" - 15" tall. 208 pages. Index. Bibliography. "An extraordinary collection of watercolours painted in the late 1980s many of downtown buildings and houses that have since been demolished and others that are doomed by the changing nature and growth of the city. Accompanying the watercolours is a text of historical anecdote and architectural information supplemented by photographs of similar designs from old architectural pattern books and of the city itself in a less frantic age. A rare combination of architectural history social history contemporary politics art and nostalgia for the universal values of home stability and neighbourhood." - from dust jacket. Clean and unmarked with light wear. A quality copy of this magnificent and handsome reference. Whitecap Books Ltd. Hardcover
1959réf. 747H3020Victoria B.C.: Ladies' Auxiliary to St. Joseph's Hospital. Good. 1959. First Edition Thus. Plastic Comb. 139 pages. "A unique collection of tested recipes from many of Victoria's leading citizens." - front cover. Includes: Appetizers Beverages Cakes Quick Breads Cookies Main Dishes Desserts - Pies Desserts - Puddings Salads and Soups. Undated but appears to be a 1959 follow-up edition to the 1947 printing of "The Pot 'O Gold" described by Driver at B132.1 on page 1141. Unmarked with average wear. A sound vintage copy.; 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall; Pot O' Gold Cook Book Cookbook Recipes Victoria British Columbia B.C. BC Recipes Cookery St. Joseph's Hospital . Ladies' Auxiliary to St. Joseph's Hospital unknown
2000réf. 318c7063British Columbia: Self-Publiished 2000. Book. Very Good. Hardcover. Signed by Authors. Millennium Edition. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. 340 pages. Index. Wonderful black and white archival photos. Signed by author upon front free endpaper. From a limited printing of 1000 copies. Light wear to glossy illustrated boards. A nice copy. Self-Publiished Hardcover
1960réf. 323a0627Vancouver: Mitchell Press. Very Good in Good dust jacket. 1960. First Edition. Hardcover. 209 pages. Index. Profusely illustrated with black and white photographs. This is a very special copy for two reasons: i. it is signed by the author upon the title page and ii. it bears the presentation bookplate dated 1960 of the City of Prince Ruppert to Mr. Carl Halverson "a pioneer of the City". In addition laid in is a "Pioneers Jubilee Banquet" programme dated Sept. 7 1960 which includes the printed name of Mr. Halverson. Binding sound. Moderate wear to unmarked book. Several smallish tears to and chips from dust jacket which is now preserved in glossy new Brodart. A wonderful Prince Ruppert momento.; 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall; Prince Rupert - A Gateway to Alaska: Signed By Author/Association Copy presentation bookplate dated 1960 of the City of Prince Ruppert to Mr. Carl Halverson "a pioneer of the City". In addition laid in is a "Pioneers Jubilee Banquet" programme date; Signed by Authors . Mitchell Press hardcover
1993réf. 633h2025Merritt B.C.: Nicola Valley Archives Association. Very Good. 1993. First Edition. Paperback. This special issue is devoted to coverage of the genealogy of the local Guichon Family with many photos. Begins with an obituary for Gerard Francis Joseph Guichon who passed away in October 1991; Charles Guichon; Laurent Guichon; Pierre Guichon; Joseph Guichon founder of the Guichon Ranch; Lawrence P. Guichon; Joseph Anthelme Guichon; John Francis Guichon; The Guichon Ranch; List of Nicola Valley Place Names named Guichon. 12 pages. Selected Bibliography. "Judith Guichon served as British Columbia's Lieutenant Governor from 2012 to 2018. Prior to that she owned and operated Gerard Guichon Ranch Limited in the Nicola Valley." - Wikipedia. Clean and unmarked with light wear. A nice copy of this exceptional Guichon family genealogical reference.; 4to . Nicola Valley Archives Association paperback
1982réf. 713c6849Nanaimo BC Canada: Self-Published Van Coillie Dries. Very Good. 1982. First Edition. Paperback. 23 pages. ".An abbreviated record of 105 years. A summary of the finding of coal at Nanaimo of the names and dates of the companies involved and of the locations of the main mining operations. A map is enclosed showing the locations of the main mine shafts and mine entrances and the approximate routes of the mine railroads." - Preface. Discusses coal mining methods remaining evidence of mining around Nanaimo and extent of coal production at Nanaimo. Clean and unmarked with light wear.; 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall; Nanaimo Coal Mining History Mines Vancouver Island Dunsmuir . Self-Published (Van Coillie, Dries) paperback
2008réf. 547c6136Arts of Momentum Committee 2008. Book. Fine. Paperback. First Edition. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. 109 pages. "This exhibition presents a survey of the rich and diverse nature of artistic practices in artists from both China and the Nanaimo community and is a visual representation of an ongoing artistic dialogue between the artists." - from Preface. A sumptuos work full of gorgeous colour photography on high quality paper. Clean bright and unmarked with very light wear. An excellent copy. Arts of Momentum Committee Paperback
2008réf. 128H4171Canada: A.A.G. 2008. Book. Illus. by Lou Andy Shutse. Very Good. Hardcover. First Edition. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. 72 pages. Profusely illustrated in colour. Bilingual English/Chinese text. Printed upon glossy stock. Oblong 11.5" x 8.75". "My paintings are personal investigations into the interaction between Eastern and Western culture. They express how I see and feel about my subject; how I interpret it intuitively and spiritually by using a visual language. The scenery of British Columbia is a major subject of my painting. I blend the old and the new to forge a contrast between ink and colour between the ancient traditions of Chinese painting and the rapidly-changing world of Western art." - dust jacket. Clean and unmarked with light wear. Binding tight. Dust jacket now preserved in glossy new archival-grade Brodart. A nice copy. A.A.G. Hardcover
1999réf. 754H3775Canada: City of Nanaimo. Good. 1999. First Edition. Paperback. 0968358306 . "For the first time Nanaimo's historic treasures are documented in a single comprehensive survey." - page 7. 90 pages. Index by street address. Glossary of architectural terms. Biographical sketches of architects. Black and white reproductions of photos accompany text describing noteworthy structures from downtown/old city Harewood Newcastle Northend Southend and Chase River. Some structures documented here have already been torn down. Valuable documentation of Nanaimo's architectural heritage. Unmarked with moderate wear. A quality copy.; 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall; Historic Buildings Homes Design British Columbia Nanaimo Structures Historic Sites History Architecture Vancouver Island . City of Nanaimo paperback
1947réf. 147a0324British Columbia: UBC 1947. Book. Good. Hardcover. First Edition. Folio - over 12" - 15" tall. 384 pages. Black and white photographs abound. A wonderful reminder of post-war campus life. Prior owner's name stroked out upon front free endpaper. Moderate wear. Moderate lean to spine. Bit of soiling externally. Quality copy. UBC Hardcover
1985réf. 322H1187Victoria British Columbia Canada: Sono Nis Press 1985. Book. Very Good. Hardcover. Signed by Authors. First Edition. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Signed and inscribed by author upon title page. 234 pages. Index. Extensive footnotes. Black and white photographic plates. Laing "was a long lived widely published notable Canadian naturalist. His love was birds but his writing and his collecting expeditions ranged further. After living around North America he settled in the bird paradise of Comox BC. This biography explores a man and a philosophy of conservation that insisted the naturalist be a good man with a gun." - from dust jacket. Clean and unmarked with very light wear. Dust jacket now preserved in glossy new archival-grade Brodart cover. An excellent copy. Sono Nis Press Hardcover
2011réf. 724H4930Canada: Self-Published. Fine. 2011. First Edition. Paperback. Signed and inscribed by author upon title page. xxii 354 33 index pp. Many black and white reproductions of archival photos. Presents the history of Delta British Columbia prior to the opening of the George Massey Tunnel and beyond. Clean bright and unmarked with negligible wear. An excellent copy.; 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall; Delta British Columbia - History Delta British Columbia - Pioneers; Signed by Authors . Self-Published paperback
1977réf. 765j1515Abbotsford British Columbia: M.S.A. Community Services. Good. 1977. First Edition. Paperback. "This book is meant to give us all a feel of Matsqui Abbotsford it's roots its present action with a small glimpse into the future. Young and old can be proud of our past and the potential of what can be." - Preface. 172 stapled pages. Map. Many black and white reproductions of archival photos. Clean tight and unmarked with moderate wear. A sound example of this very informative local history. Hale & Barman 586. ; Illustrations; 4to . M.S.A. Community Services paperback
1960réf. 713H4422Vancouver B.C.: Archives Society of Vancouver. Good. 1960. First Edition. Paperback. 94 pages. Printed upon glossy stock. Profusely illustrated with high-quality reproductions of wonderful archival photos. Topics include: The Great Vancouver Fire June 13 1886; Vancouver is Named; Photos of massive trees; Clearing the C.P.R. Townsite; Vancouver Becomes a City 6 April 1886; First Meeting of City Council; The First Morgue; Discover of the Source of Capilano Creek; Conversation With A.P. Horne; Unveiling of the Capilano Dam and Capilano Lake. Unmarked with average wear. A sound vintage copy of this highly informative and superbly illustrated issue. Lowther 2057 Hale 12375.; 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall; History - Vancouver British Columbia Vancouver - Fire Capilano Creek - History Capilano Dam - History . Archives Society of Vancouver paperback
1978réf. 664G2821Canada: Antonson Publishing. Very Good in Very Good dust jacket. 1978. First Edition. Hardcover. 0919900267 . 128 pages. Abundantly illustrated with reproductions of archival black and white photos. Bibliography. Footnotes. Index. ".Recounts the trials and traumas of the British Columbia soldier from 'Early Beginnings at New Westminster' to 'Going Yorkey' during the second world war. comments on the military defences and equipment as well as the moral fortitutde and integrity of those involved in the devense of the Coastal area.' - from dust jacket. Neatly signed by both authors upon title page. Book clean bright and unmarked with very light wear. Light wear to dust jacket which is now preserved in a glossy new archival-grade Brodart cover. A nice copy.; 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall; Vancouver Defended: A History of the Men and Guns of the Lower Mainland Defences 1859-1949 Coatal Artillery British Columbia; Signed by Authors . Antonson Publishing hardcover
2008réf. 633h2015British Columbia: CNCP. Very Good. 2008. First Edition. Paperback. 0921087411 . "The sternwheeler era was a fascinating period in the history of Central British Columbia. From 1863 to 1921 there were twelve sternwheelers that plied the waters of the Upper Fraser River at varying times. This book addresses aspects of social history relevant to sternwheeler construction and operation on the Upper Fraser. Social contexts in the realm of resource exploitation railway development and settlement are highlighted. Specific references are made to individuals engaged in sternwheeler transport as owners operators or simply as innocent travelers." - back cover. 115 pages. Index. Reference list. Black and white reproductions of archival photos. Clean bright and unmarked with light wear. A nice copy. ; 4to . CNCP paperback
1988réf. 664G2699Canada: Moyie History Book Committee. Good. 1988. First Edition. Paperback. 0919873162 . 209 pages. Index. Bibliography. Footnotes. Profusely illustrated in black and white. "An account of Moyie's heyday; a collection of facts anecdotes newspaper articles of the day reminiscences letters and photographs compiled under one cover to share with present and future generations." - from Introduction. Unmarked with average wear. Binding intact. A sound copy of this great local history.; 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall; Moyie Lake Reflections: Recollections of a Kootenay Mining Town History Genealogy Moyie City St. Eugene Silver Lead Mine Mooyie Mo-yeah Moyea . Moyie History Book Committee paperback
1966réf. 569a2789Vancouver B.C.: Killarney Secondary School 1966. Book. Good. Hardcover. First Edition. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. Average wear. Several autographs. Please note: according to the table of contents this book should contain approximately 105 pages all of which appear to be present. Laid in at page 104 are two groups of pages 105 through 112 and 121-128. These pages appear to not ever have been bound into this book thus we surmise that they were laid in by the printer. We are unable to explain the absence of pages 113-120. We will be pleased to provide any further details. Killarney Secondary School Hardcover
1967réf. 569a2792Richmond BC: Richmond High School 1967. Book. Good. Hardcover. First Edition. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. 96 pages. Autographs. Average wear. A sound copy. Richmond High School Hardcover
1967réf. 569a2790Vancouver: Killarney Secondary School 1967. Book. Good. Hardcover. First Edition. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. 120 pages. Some autographs. Moderate wear. A sound copy. Killarney Secondary School Hardcover
1968réf. 569a2791Vancouver: Killarney Secondary School 1968. Book. Good. Hardcover. First Edition. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. 145 pages. Average wear. Binding intact. Few autographs. A sound copy. Killarney Secondary School Hardcover
1975réf. 569a2793Burnaby B.C.: McPherson Park Junior Secondary School 1975. Book. Good. Hardcover. First Edition. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. 96 pages. Many autographs. Photos of trip to the U.S. southwest. Average wear. A sound copy. McPherson Park Junior Secondary School Hardcover
