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réf. w164-10Paperback. Used - Very Good. Publisher: United Nations January 1 1999. Former library. Binding: Softcover. Clean text solid binding minor wear on cover. Free tracking available. International shipping available. 2. paperback
1968réf. 173851Tokyo: Kodansha International 1968. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. Very Good in a Very Good price clipped dust jacket. Kodansha International hardcover
réf. 1703Aux Editions “Tel”, Paris, 1935
Madrid, Imprenta del Cuerpo de Artillería, 1892 (y) 1893. Veintitres tomos en 4to.; 864 pp. en paginación continuada y 31 láminas, la mayoría plegadas + 512 pp, en paginación continúada, y 23 láminas, la mayoría plegadas + 815 pp., en paginación continuada, y 23 láminas, la mayoría plegadas + 782 pp., en paginación continúada, y 18 láminas, la mayoría plegadas. Cubiertas originales. Contiene, entre otros textos, la continuación y conclusión del extenso "Nuestro Cuerpo en la Oceanía" de Francisco J. de Moya y Antonio Menacho, "Artillería de costa. Buques de combate" de Francisco Cerón y Cuervo, y las singulares biografías contenidas en la "Lista por órden alfabético de los muertos el 2 de Mayo de 1808 en Madrid" de Juan Pérez de Guzmán.
1950réf. 77-2124Pacific Airmotive Corp. C. 1950 1950. 192p. index. two pages of Sherwin-Williams paint chips. Photos. Personal items as well as parts. In orginal printed & embossed black binder. Medal comb binding. Heavy. Near Fine copy. Paperback. Near Fine. Book. Pacific Airmotive Corp. C. 1950 Paperback
1969réf. 736516PN. New. 1969. Soft Cover. Date is original print. This is a reprint edition. . PN paperback
1979réf. 760021PN. New. 1979. Soft Cover. Date is original print. This is a reprint edition. . PN paperback
1913Brown buckram boards with gilt lettering and minor rubbing to extremities. Numerous b&w illustrations from photographs and a photographure frontispiece. Large map in front pocket; 8vo; 454 pages
188716 pages. Plus a large fold-out colour map, measuring approximately 8.75 x 23 inches (22 x 59cm). Original condition with blue wrappers, titles to front, and containing all the ads. This is a complete issue, seldom found in such good and original condition. This early report was written at the time of great interest in New Guinea as the southern part was annexed by Britain in 1884. A Major Early New Guinea missionary work on the south east region of the island. With detailed accounts of indigenous peoples culture, topography, including records of cannibalism, customs, weapons, ornaments, etc. Chalmer's joined the mission in 1877 and in his time penetrated further inland than any other European. His first post was to Rarotonga in the Cook Islands in 1866, where "the community had been under the influence of Christian missions for decades. For years he had 'longed to get amongst real heathen and savages' and so rejoiced when he was assigned to work in New Guinea. He arrived in Port Moresby in October 1877." Chalmers travelled extensively, in some areas he travelled further inland than any other white men in his time. His main missionary activities were centred on the South-Eastern end of the country at South Cape, where he helped to build up a mission station among the Suau people." After a furlough in 1886/87 Chalmers returned to New Guinea to continue his missionary work but was killed near Goaribari Island in 1901.
1957pp. xii, 296 (1), with full page and marginal drawings + Color frontis of a Wedgwood plaque of Cook by Flaxman. Designed by Douglas A. Dunstan; printed and bound at the Griffin Press, Adelaide, Australia; set in Monotype Bembo; on Basingwerk Parchment Paper. Bound in quarter kangaroo skin leather over tapa cloth boards. Slipcase with slight ding. Inked ownership of Jefford F. Oller, the original subscriber, on front fly leaf. Number 420 of an edition limited to only 1500 copies, signed by the artist and the designer. A fine copy of this handsomely produced edition. It would make a wonderful gift. W42
18848vo. 14 pages, plus a remarkable folding colour map. This is a complete issue of the Royal Geographical Society, published February 1884, in excellent condition, containing the above narrative, and historically valuable map. Item is in original condition, with blue wrappers, as issued, complete with all the ads. The color map map highlights the Great Tasman Glacier of Mount Cook, and its tributaries, also shows glaciers and summits which were named for Hooker, Freshfield, Haast, Darwin, Whymper, Francis Joseph, Malte Brun and Hochstetter. A recollection of mountaineering adventure and splendour, Green describes the perils and milestones of the first ever European ascent to reach the summit of Zew Zealand's highest peak - Aoraki (Mount Cook)! Three different approaches were taken, first by the ridge on the south side, unsuccessful though lending to spectacular photographic views, the second attempt being a delightful challenge, 17 hours of arduous climbing along the northern arête later named the Hochsetter Ridge. Finally, via the Ball, Freshfield, and Linda glaciers, the climbers reached their highest point of the peak on third attempt, and, being depleted of provisions, began the return to base camp to record their observations. William Spotswood Green (1847-1919) was an Irish reverend, climber and naturalist, specializing in marine biology. He was a member of the English Alpine Club and became a mountain climber, especially known in Canada and New Zealand. Together with Swiss hotelier Emil Boss and the Swiss mountain guide Ulrich Kaufmann, on 2 March 1882, William S. Green made the first recorded European attempt to reach the summit of Aoraki (Mount Cook) which is the highest mountain in New Zealand, reaching 3,754 metres. Ascending via the Tasman and Linda Glaciers, they arrived within 50 metres of the true summit before being forced back by inclement conditions. In the late 1880s he partook in a survey expedition in the Rocky Mountains of British Columbia. In 1883, the author published a full account titled, "The High alps of New Zealand, or a Trip to the Glaciers of the Antipodes with an Ascent of Mount Cook." (London, Macmillan and Co.)
188523 pages. Plus a large fold-out colour map, measuring approximately 22.75 x 16.5 inches (58 x 42cm). Original condition with blue wrappers, titles to front, and containing all the ads. This is a complete issue, seldom found in such good and original condition. An account of the author's extensive explorations in the part of the North Island known as the King Country and Lake Country, traversing 600 miles through Maoriland and six hundred miles around King County just after the area was opened for railway survey and construction. The author's explorations resulted in the discovery of twenty-five rivers not previously shown on the maps and two small lakes; he examined the hydrography of lake Taupo, traced the sources of four of the principal rivers of the colony - the Whanganui, Waikato, Whangaehu, and Manganui-a-te-Ao - ascended Tongariro (7300 feet) and examined its active crater, ascended Mount Ruapehu (9000 feet), the highest peak of the North Island; ascended the Kaimanawa Mountains to an altitude of 4000 feet, examined the flora and collected some specimens of Alpine plants. This is a highly illuminating account with valuable description of the region of Lake Taupo, the Rangipo tableland, the Kaimanawa mountains, ascent of Tongariro and Ruaoehu, the Manganui a-te-Ao, hot springs of Tongariro, source of the Whanganui, and valley of the Waipa. Accompanied by a spectacular large colour map of the King Country and neighbouring district from the explorations of Kerry-Nicholls in April and May of 1883, very detailed with names of newly discovered rivers, plains and lakes that were not previously shown on the maps, as well as the author's route and a data table of altitudes, camping places and principal stations of observations along the route traversed.
193756 pages. Plus photographic plates, one of which is a fold-out panorama. Also with 2 fold-out maps, one measuring approximately 13 x 17 inches (33 x 43cm), the other measuring 8 x 19 inches (20 x 48cm). Published in two complete issues of the Royal Geographical Society. Original condition with blue wrappers, titles to front, and containing all the ads. Two complete issues, seldom found in such good and original condition. his is a most captivating substantial geographical account from an expedition into the heart of the amazing reefs stretching for nearly 1200 miles in the warm waters of tropical Queensland coast, from Torres Straits to Lady Elliot Island, to which collectively the legendary name "Great Barrier Reef" is applied; being a very descriptive report of the unique qualities of numerous islands and their dramatic changes as they are affected by the tides, possible movement of sea-level, and the cyclone season. With a scientific approach, the report entails much detail on the Bunker and Capricorn Islands, Sand Cays, the Lower Bench and its features, Cliffing, the Higher Bench and Platform, the formation of the Lower Platform on the Low Wooded type of islands. With a substantial section on the 'Low Wooded Islands', also referred to as the 'Island Reefs'. Two sketch maps serve to delineate the Queensland coast, and numerous islands including Lady Musgrave, Heron, Stone, Cockermouth, Houghton, Night, Sherrard, and Enn.
18191 - Public Celebration of Conclusion of Armistice with Germany. The Domain, Sydney, Wednesday, 13th Nov., 1918. Arranged by the Government in Conjunction with the Returned Sailors and Soldiers' Imperial League of Australia. An original 4-Page leaflet, printed by William Applegate Gullick, Government Printer. Includes an opening address by the Premier, Hon. W.A. Holman, with addresses by His Excellency the Governor, and Col. Chaplain McKenzie, M.C. Pamphlet measures approximately 10 inches x 7.5 inches (25cm x 19cm). Creases and repaired tears to leafs, otherwise in Good Condition. This is a Rare document printed by the Government of Australia. 2 - Ball's Head Beautification Scheme. Municipality of North Sydney . Inaugural Ceremony Held on Saturday, 25 July, 1931. An original 4-Page leaflet, printed by the North Sydney Printing Co. Includes program for the Inaugural Ceremony and a brief history of Ball's Head by Captain J. H. Watson, honorary research secretary of the Royal Australian historical society. Pamphlet measures approximately 9 inches x 5.75 inches (23cm 14,5cm). Indication of a fold to center, otherwise in Very Good Condition Nicely Preserved
1895108 p. + Frontis and Full page map. Illustrated with numerous photographs and drawings. 235 mm. Softcover. Original color pictorial wraps. Covers worn with loss. Title continues: "A Land of Rolling Plains, Boundless Grain Fields, Sculptured Lands, Alpine Lakes, Mining Camps, Indian Life, Dancing Rivers, Thriving Villages, Trackless Forests, Growing Cities, Lofty Mountains Penetrated by the Northern Pacific Railroad". Very good. **PRICE JUST REDUCED! W12 Bag1
2006réf. Alibris.0029617San Francisco CA: Astronomical Society of the Pacific 2006. Hard cover. Fine. like new. 317 p. Contains: Illustrations. Astronomical Society of the Pacific-Conference. Audience: General/trade. Astronomical Society of the Pacific hardcover
1978réf. 2080202102501838Shinseisho 1978. Soft Cover. Fine. The book is in fine condition. Shinseisho paperback
1995réf. 2080502106914835Not Available 1995. Soft Cover. Fine. The book is in fine condition. Not Available paperback
19378vo [22 x 14.5 cm]; x, 143 pp, frontis, plates from paintings of Journal of William H. Meyers, painted during the cruise, tables, notes, index. original cloth with gilt title lettering on spine, dj (lightly chipped at spine end, not price clipped), fine in vg dj. A picture of this book is available upon request by email. Hill 463. The anonymous author was probably a petty officer with access to the ship's records so that the diary combines the accuracy and authenticity of an official log book with the informal discursiveness of a personal record (dj). It includes the earliest known account of official uniforms in the American navy. The journal contains the fullest published account of the capture of Monterey four years before the Mexican War. Herman Melville was one of the members of the crew and the work includes the first published account of his life during this period of his South Seas adventures, out of which experiences he wrote White Jacket, or the World in a Man-of War.
19348vo [22.5 x 15 cm]; lvi, 316 pp, tinted map frontis, 3 other maps, facsimile of signature of Best, bibliog, index. original blind-stamped cloth, with gilt vignette on both covers, gilt lettering on spine, short tear at head of spine, else a fine clean copy. A picture of this book is available upon request by email. Foster gives an extensive and detailed introduction which gives a good historical perspective of this voyage to India, Sumatra, Java, Malay, etc. This is the original edition of this work, there also being a reprint.
18988vo [21 x 16 cm]; xvii, 384 pp, photogravure frontis (port), 100 illustrations from photos, mostly full-page, a map is sometimes bound in but is here not found nor is it listed in the illustrations. original cloth, worn, especially at edges and spine, spine frayed and joint tear, internally light soiling, a few leaves loosening, good copy of scarce title, signed by author on tissue guard of frontispiece. A picture of this book is available upon reque A classic and important study covering all aspects of native society. Various islands in the area are included in the study including New Britain, New Guinea, Ysabel Island, Kei Islands, New Hanover, Solomon Islands, Admiralty Islands, St. Gabriel, Hardy Island.
19358vo [24 x 16 cm]; 2 volumes, xxxv, 500; xxxii, 350 pp, frontis, 116 other photo illus, other illustrations from drwgs, map, folding plans, charts, tables, index. original blue pictorial gilt cloth, gilt spine title lettering, spines faded but lettering clear, clean and fine set. A picture of this book is available upon request by email. A classic work by the author of the 'Sexual Life of Savages', on the Pacific Trobiand Islands, volume I includes the description of gardening, volume II on the language and magic of gardening, with much on ethnology, customs, rites, gardening methods, etc. Taylor 407.
19304to [27 x 20 cm]; xv, [errata slip], 298 pp, illus, numerous plates including excellent color plates of birds, fish, etc, from paintings, many photo plates, double page map, double page plan of ship, other drawings, index. original cloth, gilt title lettering on spine and front cover, gilt vignette, top edge gilted, slight wear at spine ends, clean, near fine copy, unmarked. A picture of this book is available upon request by email. A very well illustrated account that focuses on the native peoples and natural history of this 1928-29 expedition through Panama, Galapagos Island, Marquises, Tahiti, New Hebrides, New Guinea, Borneo, etc. The 32,000 mile expedition carried out numerous scientific studies, from cannibals in New Guinea to natural history, collecting thousands of specimens for the Chicago Field Museum. The colored plates and drawings are by Walter A. Weber, the photos are mainly by the author.
19248vo [22 x 15 cm]; xviii, 297, {iv, ads] pp, 2 maps, 30 illustrations on 16 plates from photos, index. original cloth, title lettering on spine and cover, a little faded and rubbed, endpaper bookplate, very good, with the signature of the author on verso of the half title page. A picture of this book is available upon request by email. The author, a doctor and member of the Royal Society, travelled extensively in the south Pacific, east of Australia, and provides much detail on New Caledonia, New Hebrides and the aborigines of Australia. He provides two chapters on how he made the pictures used in the book and the difficulties a photographer had at that time. Taylor 414.
1969réf. xxx001Coulee Dam: Land Operations Colville Indian Agency 1969. First Edition. Soft cover. Very Good. Prepared for Stockmen of the Colville and Spokane Indian Reservations by Branch of Land Operations Colville Indian Agency / Coulee Dam Washington. No copies listed in world libraries or online. Printed tall wraps. 29pp. Illustrated with cool drawings by "Oscar." Formerly owned by Tom Hahler who had an office in the Union Stock Yards in San Antonio Texas. Authors open with statement "This isn't really a joke book - it just looks like one." "This so-called "Guide ---" hopes to get into the business of reducing cow costs and improving calf values so the chance of profit if more than a joke." Included in the text are names of ranchers in the Okanogan area of Washington State south of the BC border. Authors tell the reader to go and talk to these ranchers in person to find out more how to stay in the cattle business. I've never seen a copy of this before. Modern but rare. Very good. Land Operations Colville Indian Agency unknown