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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
1979réf. 752a4793British Columbia: Nechako Valley Historical Association. Fair. 1979. First Edition. Hardcover. 0889250324 . 211 pages including index and a wealth of black and white illustrations. The history of Vanderhoof British Columbia. Usual library markings. Front free endpaper removed. Binding intact. Above-average wear. A sound reference copy.; 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall; The Nechako Valley Historical Society/ Hancock Lyn; Editor Vanderhoof - The Town That Wouldn't Wait British Columbia . Nechako Valley Historical Association hardcover
1986réf. 64500741Madeira Park BC Canada: Harbour Publishing Company Limited 1986. Book. Fine. Hardcover. First Edition. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. 279 pages including index. Bill Vander Zalm's ascent to the premiership of British Columbia in July 1986 is one of the most remarkable political resurrections in Canadian history. Some people may have thought his political future was non-existent and there were doubts about his chances for the Socred leadership right up to the evening of July 29 1986. What does Bill Vander Zalm's record tell us exactly Pulling together much of Vander Zalm's vast public record and adding extensive new information from his friends relatives enemies and from the man himself this book allows the patterns that make up the Vander Zalm enigma to be unravelled for the first time. Book clean bright and unmarked with no wear. Very light wear to glossy attractive dust jacket. Excellent copy. Harbour Publishing Company, Limited Hardcover
2003réf. 623G2678Canada: Whitecap Books 2003. Book. Fine. Hardcover. First Edition. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. 224 pages. Index. "This photo-rich collection heralds 25 years of startling growth and transformation when revolutionary streetcars and interurbans launched an era of unprecedented change. Showcases the city's vibrant transportation past - from fun observation cars to the unique women's hobble skirt car from safety issues and crime reports to unsavoury entertainment." - from dust jacket. An unread copy with zero wear. Dust jacket preserved in a glossy new archival-grade Brodart cover. Beautiful. Whitecap Books Hardcover
1998réf. 318c6721Canada: Harbour Publishing 1998. Book. Fine. Hardcover. Signed by Authors. First Edition. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. 223 pages. Index. Extensive reference notes. Signed and inscribed by author upon half-title page. "A compelling social history and the first comprehensive book of its kind. an inside look at an interesting and essential part of Vancouver's unique cultural heritage." - from dust jacket. Clean bright and unmarked with negligible wear. Dust jacket now preserved in archival-grade Brodart. An excellent copy. Harbour Publishing Hardcover
2020réf. 166j1279Canada: R.D. Press. Fine. 2020. First Edition. Paperback. 1999279204 . Signed and inscribed by author upon half-title page. "Chronicles the names and histories of women in the VPD. Having spent 28 years in the force during which time she reached the level of Deputy Chief Constable she is in a unique position to tell of the many challenges faced by women in policing. Takes readers through the historical transformation of the Vancouver Police Department into a more gender-friendly era during her years with the force." - Wally Oppal. "Will inspire future female leaders in policing." - Adam Palmer Chief Constable VPD. Author served with the VPD from 1975 to 2003. 266 pages. Footnotes. Illustrated in colour and black and white. Clean bright and unmarked with very light wear. Gift quality.; 4to; Signed by Author . R.D. Press paperback
1992réf. 746c6455Canada: Douglas and McIntyre 1992. Book. Illus. by Fiegehen Gary: Photographer. Fair. Hardcover. First Printing. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. 131 pages. Reference notes. Recommended reading list. List of colour plates. Index. "Reveals much of Captain Vancouver's personality life aboard his ships the techniques of mapping and his views of the native peoples he encountered. Historical engravings and maps reproduced directly from the first edition of Vancouver's famous account of his voyage richly illustrate the land and events. These are enhanced by over 30 stunning colour photographs taken especially for this book." - from dust jacket. Usual library markings. Bookseller's label on half-title page. Average wear. Front free endpaper removed. Binding sound. Douglas and McIntyre Hardcover
1970réf. 121a5608Canada: Vancouver Historical Society 1970. Book. Fine. Hardcover. First Edition. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. 127 pages. Index. "Tells the stories of hundreds of immigrants who left their homes far behind to make their way to the small frontier town at the end of the rail on Burrard Inlet. For three quarters of a century thereafter they and more Swedes who joined them helped to transform Gastown into the present city of Vancouver." - from dust jacket. Book clean bright and unmarked with minimal wear. Dust jacket shows average wear and is now preserved in a glossy new archival-grade Brodart cover. Sound copy. Vancouver Historical Society Hardcover
1974réf. 538H2533Vancouver B.C.: City of Vancouver Planning Department 1974. Book. Illus. by Goldman Ronald. Good. Plastic Comb. First Edition. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. 52 pages. Prepared by the City Planning Department for the Vancouver Heritage Advisory Committee which has recommended to city council that these buildings and areas be designated as heritage sites. Each building/area is presented with address written details and black and white reproduction of photo. Buildings include the Court House RCMP Building Hudson's Bay Store Glen Brae - Tait House and Cenacle Retreat House to name a few. The two areas are Chinatown and Gastown. Unmarked with moderate wear. A sound copy. Bibliographic reference: Hale 3164. City of Vancouver, Planning Department Paperback
1979349 pages. "Acquaints the reader with the rich diversity of Vancouver Island in terms of its form, function and character, and as an important region of Canada." - from Preface. Maps, photos, tables. Heavily worn. Usual library markings. Reading copy only. Book
1927réf. 644j2572Vancouver British Columbia: David Spencer Limited. Poor with No dust jacket as issued. 1927. First Edition. Paperback. "This little book has been compiled with the idea of directing your attention to such of the innumerable beauty spots and places of interest in this vicinity. It is hoped that this souvenir will prove useful in making your holiday in Greater Vancouver memorable and that you will decide to see more of our magnificent scenery next year." - title page. 16 unnumbered stapled pages each with a nice large sepia-tone photo. Oblong 23.5 x 15 cm. Probably published by David Spencer Limited a department store for which a photo ad appears on the last page. Undated but Hale 8741 suggests 1927. Blind stamp to title page otherwise unmarked with heavy wear and soiling. Binding intact. Not pretty but a rare surviving example. ; 24mo . David Spencer Limited paperback
1965réf. 713G3049Canada: Guide-Post Directories 1965. Book. Good. Paperback. First Edition. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. 22 pages. 9.3" x 4". Offers a wonderful snapshot of southern Vancouver Island's shopping and dining offerings in 1965. All listings include brief write-up and charming photo or illustration. Very nostalgic. Binding sound. Clean and unmarked with moderate wear. Guide-Post Directories paperback
2004réf. 216j1166Vancouver B.C.: Orca Bay Hockey Limited Partnership. Very Good. 2004. First Edition. Single Issue Magazine. Features: Jason King - King for more than a day; Jarkko Ruutu - The new 'Grate' one; The Fine Art of Ice Making Q & A with Mike Keane; Diggin' in the Archives; Lineups for the Canucks and Red Wings. 104 glossy pages profusely illustrated in colour. Clean bright and unmarked with light wear. An attractive copy. Bonus: includes ticket stub for the game featuring photo of Markus Naslund.; 8vo . Orca Bay Hockey Limited Partnership unknown
1973réf. 154G1316Vancouver B.C.: Canucks Publishing 1973. Magazine. Very Good. Single Issue Magazine. First Edition. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. 72 pages. Features: Colour photo of Bobby Orr in Yardley ad inside front cover; The Ageless Alex Delvecchio; Canucks Quiz; New Red Wing Coach Ted Garvin - Laying Down the Law; Canucks vs. Detroit - 72-73 stats; Headband for Henry Boucha - article with photo; Great Bobby Schmautz ad modelling a fancy leather jacket; photos of Canuck players management and staff; Nice half-page feature on Mickey Redmond and how he became the first Red Wing to score 50 goals in a season; Full-page ad for Borgeson Ice Rinks Ltd - they build ice rinks in homes!; NHL History - with photo of Frank Boucher; Nice full-page feature on Bobby Schmautz; Photos of Detroit Red Wing players; Full-page photo of the ill-fated Pontiac Astre; Full-page CKNW ad features caricature of Jim Robson; Goalie Jacques Caron photo feature; Gary Bergman is featured in a VanCity ad; Dave Dunn - Player of the week; plus many great vintage ads. Unmarked with light wear. A nice vintage copy. Canucks Publishing Paperback
2012réf. 724h6149USA: Llumina Press. Very Good. 2012. First Edition. Paperback. 1605948268 . "A book about British people on Vancouver Island while it was still in the British Empire. A separate 839 page biographical appendix to this book not included was published in 2010 as 'Imperial Vancouver Island: Who was Who 1850-1950." - Preface. 544 pages. Endnotes. Index. Black and white reproductions of archival photos. Clean and unmarked with light wear. A quality copy of this very informative Vancouver Island history.; Sm 4to . Llumina Press paperback
1970réf. 154G1308Vancouver B.C.: Canucks Publishing 1970. Magazine. Good. Single Issue Magazine. First Edition. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. 68 pages. Great memento from early in the Canucks' first NHL season! Features: Cover photo of Dale Tallon and others; Photos of Canucks executives and staff; Article on Captain Orland Kurtenbach's comeback from back injury; Article on Dunc Wilson - The Fearless Goaltender; Article on Canuck owners Medicor and Thomas K. Scallen; Article on Chicago defenceman Bill White; Article on Chicago fighter Keith Magnuson with great photo of him fighting Wayne Maki; Nice article/photo on Chicago Coach Billy Reay; Nice colour ad for "Old Style" beer; Ted Reynolds' Greatest Thrill; Fantastic photo of Paul Shmyr fighting Orland Kurtenbach plus article on Shmyr and his "Fighting Family"; Photo of Tony Esposito playing the Canucks; Stan Mikita article; Nice Bobby Hull feature on back page; plus many great vintage ads. Centerfold loose but present. Unmarked. Average wear. A sound vintage copy. Canucks Publishing Paperback
1994réf. 762a8631Victoria British Columbia Canada: Government of British Columbia 1994. Book. Very Good. Spiral-Bound. First Edition. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. 260 pages. "Intended to help end long-standing uncertainty and conflict over resource and environmental issues." - from Overview. Few markings and light wear to volume I. Volume II clean bright and unmarked. Government of British Columbia Paperback
1925réf. 652j0955Canada: Canadian Pacific Railway C.P.R. Good. 1925. First Edition Thus. Pamphlet. Substantial text is graciously illustrated with black and white photos on alternating pages. Contents include: Victoria; Motoring & Golfing; East Coast; Hunting & Fishing; West Coast; Resources/Industries; Travel Routes. Two-colour 16.5" x 12" fold-out map of Vancouver Island affixed to back cover lists hotels and boarding houses on verso. 16 glossy pages folded vertically in half. Contents securely stapled. Black and white photo-illustrated covers loose but present with opening to upper portion of fold. Inside the covers are lists of Canadian Pacific Hotels and Canadian Pacific Agencies throughout the world. A remarkable and informative memento of Vancouver Island's early tourism industry.; Sm 4to . Canadian Pacific Railway (C.P.R.) unknown
1998réf. 622G3855Canada: PSVI 1998. Book. Illus. by Colbeck Lynda A. Very Good. Paperback. First Edition. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. 199 pages. Index. Selected references. Black and white illustrations. Includes: plants and animals to look for; the natural history of seashore creatures; introduction to local seaweeds; detailed drawings; maps to provincial and regional parks. Prior owner's details atop title page otherwise minor soiling and light wear. A quality copy. PSVI Paperback
1978réf. 336H0536B.C.: Pacific Press Publications. Fair. 1978. First Edition. Paperback. 140 pages. Features: Golden Newbies - BTO Trooper Prism Doucette Stonebolt Nick Gilder and Chilliwack are making records in Vancouver - fantastic article with great photos of Bruce Allen Sam Feldman Jay Gold Terry David Mulligan and others; Microsurgery - Glen Whitehouse gets a new thumb; Alison Griffiths - Managing the U.S. Women's Ski Team; Victor Lee and the local Chinese Benevolent Association; When Trucks Went Logging - an incredibly informative and readable account of the adventurous development of truck logging in B.C.; Quircky reduction kiln - a long day and night at the high fire kiln; Gaawa-Hanas - The Enchanted Place Poem by Peter Trower; and more. Above-average wear. PLEASE NOTE: Covers not included.; Magazine; 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall; Vancouver Magazine December Dec. 1978 Voll. 11 No. 12 - B.C. Rockers / B.C. Truck Logging History Bill Schnare Golden Newbies - BTO Trooper Prism Doucette Stonebolt Nick Gilder and Chilliwack are making records in Vancouver - fantastic article . Pacific Press Publications paperback
1974réf. 154G1328Vancouver B.C.: Canucks Publishing 1974. Magazine. Illus. by Darwin cartoon. Good. Paperback. First Edition. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. 72 pages. Features: Colour photo of Bobby Orr in Yardley ad inside front cover; Dennis Kearns - article; The Underrated Rangers - Peter Stemkowski and Bobby Rousseau; Derek Sanderson Interview; Emile Francis - Class Guy; Rick Middleton - Rookie with Credentials; Bobby Schmautz in photo for men's clothing ad; Photos of Canucks executives staff and players; Great CKNW with group photo of Al Davidson John McKeachie Jim Robson and Jim Cox; Jack Adams history; CKWX photo ad with J. Paul McConnell and Tom Peacock; Article on Greg Polis; Nice colour photo ad for Kokanee beer in the stubby bottle; Photos of New York Rangers players; Mike Robataille - player of the week; Photo of Tracy Pratt in shady-looking ad; Eddie Giacomin in VanCity ad; Don Lever photo feature; plus many other great vintage ads. Light wear. A nice vintage copy. Canucks Publishing Paperback
1974réf. 154G1321Vancouver B.C.: Canucks Publishing 1974. Magazine. Illus. by Darwin cartoon. Good. Single Issue Magazine. First Edition. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. 72 pages. Features: Colour photo of Bobby Orr in Yardley ad inside front cover; Interview with Rod Gilbert; Jean Ratelle - The Quiet One; What are the Coaches Like; Canucks Quiz; NHL History article with photo of Doug Bentley; Photo feature of Mike Lampman; Nice photo of goal mouth action in front of Tony Esposito; Jim Robson caricature in CKNW ad; Photo feature of Dennis Ververgaert; Eddie Giacomin is featured in a VanCity ad; Canucks vs. Rangers Last Year; Photos of Canuck players staff and management; Photos of New York Ranger players; Language is no barrier to Denis Dupere; Nice photo of Bobby Schmautz modelling fancy leather coat; Player of the Week - Barry Wilkins; Explanation of how Vancouver got to draft Bob Dailey; Great back page caricature/feature of "The Stemmer" Pete Stemkowski; plus many great vintage ads. Centre page loose but present. Unmarked with light wear. Please note: missing pages 35-38 team rosters otherwise a nice vintage copy. Canucks Publishing Paperback
1970réf. 154G1306Vancouver B.C.: Canucks Publishing 1970. Magazine. Fair. Single Issue Magazine. First Edition. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. 68 pages. Great memento from early in the Canucks' first NHL season! Features: Cover photo of Rod Gilbert of the New York Rangers; The Goalies God Help'em - article with photo of Johnny McKenzie and Charlie Hodge; "Nice Guy" - Emile Francis - article on the Rangers' coach/GM; Photos of Canucks' staff and management team; Profile of Tom Scallen and his Medicor Medical Investment Corporation which owns the Canucks; Article on Eddie Giacomin with nice illustration; Article and photo on the Bulldog Line consisting of Dave Balon Walt Tkaczuk and Bill Fairbairn; Brad Park - Setting the Trend for Defencemen - article and illustration; Great full-page colour ad for "Old Style" Beear features old-timer in what appears to be Vancouver Millionaires hockey gear; Ted Reynolds of Hockey Night in Canada - His Greatest Thrill; Large Canada Dry ad featuring photo of Andre Boudrias; Article on Penalty Killing; Nice colour photo Yardley ad featuring Bobby Orr; Centerfold loose but present presents the lineups of the Canucks and New York Rangers; Great ad for CKWX Radio 1130 features photos of J. Paul McConnell and Bill Good Sr.; Another article on Emile Francis; Back page sketch and feature of Eddie Giacomin; plus many great vintage ads. Above-average wear. Unmarked. A worthy vintage copy. Canucks Publishing Paperback
1973réf. 154G1320Vancouver B.C.: Canucks Publishing 1973. Magazine. Illus. by Darwin cartoon. Very Good. Single Issue Magazine. First Edition. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. 68 pages. Features: Colour photo of Bobby Orr in Yardley ad inside front cover; Interview with Ken Dryden; Sam Pollock is afraid of planes; The Big M Frank Mahovlich comes to town; Canucks Quiz; How the Canucks fared vs. the Montreal Canadiens last year; Jean Beliveau article; Great photo of Bobby Schmautz in fancy leather coat ad; Photos of Canuck players staff and management; Photos of Montreal Canadiens players; Borgeson Ice Rinks ad; NHL history article with photo of Max Bentley; Photo feature page on Gary Smith; Jim Robson caricature in CKNW ad; Michel Plasse featured in VanCity ad; John Wright - Player of the Week; plus many great vintage ads. Centre page loose but present. Unmarked with light wear. A nice vintage copy. Canucks Publishing Paperback
1974réf. 154G1324Vancouver B.C.: Canucks Publishing 1974. Magazine. Illus. by Darwin cartoon. Good. Single Issue Magazine. First Edition. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. 72 pages. Features: Colour photo of Bobby Orr in Yardley ad inside front cover; Interview with Yvan Cournoyer; Can the Canadiens with the Stanley Cup this year; Canucks Quiz; NHL History; Photos of Canucks staff and management; Photos of Montreal Canadiens players; B.C. Sports Hall of Fame; Nice Barry Wilkins photo feature; Article on goal judges; Frank Mahovlich is featured in a VanCity ad; Dave Dunn - player of the week; Some names from past seasons; Ads for the Irish Rovers and George Carlin; plus many other great vintage ads. Umarked with light wear. Please note: pages 35-38 missing. They contained the team rosters. Otherwise a nice vintage copy. Canucks Publishing Paperback