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pp. xviii, 262. Text illustrated with over one hundred woodcuts by the Italian artist, Paolo Molnar. Includes an insert of the Heritage Club Sandglass, Number VI:30. 4to. Original full floral cloth binding. Original slip case. Hardbound. Very nice copy. THESE HERITAGE PRESS BOOKS MAKE GREAT GIFTS. W85 x2r
Book shows light wear only, age toning to paper. Binding is solid and square, text/interior is clean and free of marking of any kind. 222 pages, full of teeth and anatomical drawings, chapters include: Anatomy; Food and feeding habits; Man-eaters; Freshwater sharks; Pilots and remoras; Shark myths and legends; Fisheries and the utilization of sharks.
A clean, unmarked book with a tight binding. 286 pages.
203 pages plus 20 pages of glorious vintage ads. Gilt lettering and decoration upon light blue front board. "Popular legends collected during pleasant yatch excursions on the lower St. Lawrence... Embraces glimpses of Canadian history, scenery, archaeology and sport, previously given to the public, under the title of Maple Leaves... A leading feature in the majority of these simple narratives, relates to the agency of the Prince of Darkness in the sublunary affairs of this planet." - from Introduction. Contents age-toned. Front hinge open. Small bookseller stamp iinside front board. Ink stains to back cover. A worthy vintage reference copy. Book
Arthur is King! But while he is unchallenged on the battlfield, sinister powers plot to destroy him in his own Camelot. When the rose-gold witch Morgause, Arthur's half-sister, ensnares him into an incestuous liaison - and bears his son, Mordred, to use to her own evil ends - a fatal web of love, betrayal and vengeance begins. Seen through the eyes of Arthur's prophetic protector, Merlin -- whose own mysterious powers are in dire danger - here is a tale rich with the majesty and turbulence of the magnificent legend it retells. 448p, notes, maps on endpapers Book
xxx, 290 p., 1 l. 52 pl. (12 col., incl. front.) 20 cm. Hardcover Very good condition Contents: Translator’s preface.--Author’s introduction.--book I. Saint Yves: The pardon of the poor.--book II. Rumengol: The pardon of the singers.--book III. Saint Jean-du-Doigt: The pardo of fire.--book IV. Saint Ronan: The pardon of the mountain.--book V. Sainte Anne de la Palaude: The pardon of the sea.
271p. Hardcover Very good condition good
Ex-library book with the usual stamps and markings. Fragile binding with a few loose pages and loose hinges. Silhouette illustrations by Ellsworth Young. 5 1/4"w x 6 7/8"h. 92 pages. Brown cloth boards with library tape on spine. "The Jatakas, or Birth-stories, form one of the sacred books of the Buddhists and relate to the adventures of the Buddha in his former existences, the best character in any story being identified with the Master."
8vo., Sixth Edition thus, with a portrait frontispiece (original tissue guard present), illustrated and printed titles, 12 engraved plates and several illustrations in the text; original cloth, upper board blocked and lettered in black, gilt back, decorative endpapers, a remarkably well-preserved bright, clean copy. Published in the Minerva Library of Famous Books edited by G.T. Bettany.
Near VG reprint in blue leather covers, gilt. Top page edge gilt. Previous owner's inscription on the front endpaper. (The World's classics ; 9). 15473. eng
48 pages. Features: Lovely photo cover of the Empress Hotel Gardens, Victoria, B.C.; Dominion ammunition ad inside front cover; Great full-page photo of old-timer in hip-waders cleaning his gun; Photo of an amazing and successful tree surgery of a majestic elm on the estate of J.A. Turner in Hamilton, Ontario; Nice full-page ad for Canadian General Electric radios - the 9-tube popular console and the 10-tube de luxe lowboy; A Saga of the Moose - intimate facts of life habits - suggestions to photographers; October in the Outdoors; Watch that Match - true story of Jack Wainrwright's missing match, by Alwin Gissing; Photo of yound doe reared by motherly cow; photo of Mrs. C.W. Gafvert of Tonasket, WI holding her 32-lb winning fish!; Junior Fire Wardens Study the Ways of the Woods; A New Conservation - That of Hunters - safe handling of firearms; North America's Game Bird Problem - by Jack Miner - a plea for consideration, justice and prevention; Indian Legends and Lore, by Grey Owl; ; Panther Hunting with "Cougar" Smith; The Cowboy's Friend; - the working of rawhide is still an art in the west; Dogs of the Labrador Indians, by Frank G. Speck - article with photos; A Boss with a Bird's-eye View - F.A. MacDougall, Superintendant of Algonquin Park, spends much time in the air over his park; What Trees are Doing for Prairie Folk; As Dry as Tinder - a forest fire experience; Park Plans in Western Canada - ambitious scheme under consideration in Alberta; ; Hunting the Lordly Woodcock; Junior Fire Wardens in Word and Deed; Forest and Outdoors in the Classroom; Many nice small ads; Western Super-X Shotgun Shell ad on back cover. Average wear. Unmarked. Binding intact. A sound vintage copy. Book
Part two of the Merlin saga. Pbk. \ Book
Pages 405-458. Printed upon glossy stock. Nice reproductions of black and white photos. Features: Dartmouth During a Decade; Benjamin Thompson; A Dream at Last Realized; Nab Souther's cat - after the legends of a New England Town; Obituaries for Hon. Virgil C. Gilman, Hon. Larkin D. Mason, Dr. Samuel G. Dearborn, John Paul; Hon. Deforest Richards, Rev. Elisha A. Keep, David L. Webster; The Old Minister; Poems; Table of contents to Volume XXXIV; Nice one-page photo ad for the Boston & Maine Railroad. Unmarked. Average wear. Binding intact. A worthy vintage copy. Magazine
118 p., illus. w/ woodcuts. Essay on the legend of the annual flowering at Christmas in Glastonbury, England Hardcover Very good condition good
"The text of the elegantly designed edition, reworked into modern English, is enhanced with evocative engravings by John Tenniel" 147p. Illus [ B & W] Text is clean and unmarked, but the name of a previous young owner is on the front cover and ffep. Some minor stains and small chips to dj. Book
32 pages. Features: Cover illustration representing the waking up of the old American dances; News Bits; How Deadly Snake Venom is Collected to Save Lives; Peddling U.S. Citizenship Rights - the farce of making American citizens in bunches - forcing a hyphenated allegiance i.e. "Induced Naturalization" should be stopped; Gain, Not Glory, Guides the Chinese Soldier - their military tactics are beginning to change under the impact of modernism (with photos); Dr. Joseph Collins Gives "My Definition of a Freudian" (part 3) - the monstrous doctrine of Freud is further and brilliantly exposed; Researching the Colossus of Rhodes - did this statue bestride the harbor entrance?; Mr. (Henry) Ford's Page - Industry's service is social, and so must be judged; Editorial comments on censorship of pictures sent abroad (after recent Japanese revulsion), concern of Colonel House visiting the Whitehouse, and more; A Shylock Nation? - Here are the facts about American financial support to foreign nations; How Connecticut Handled the Movies - Movie trust faces defeat on taxes and the showing of immoral pictures; The Tichborn Claimant, by Charles J. Finger; Helping the Blind to See - photo-illustrated article shows how boys and girls use their fingers to see; Sidelights on Richard Harris Barham, author of Ingoldsby Legends; The Signers - 56 of 1776 - three from New Hampshire including Dr. Josiah Bartlett, Dr. Matthew Thornton, and Willian Whipple; The "Comeback" of Artist H.L. (Harry Loud) Bridwell; Items read in the papers; Instructions for Waltz dancing, including piano sheet music for "An Old Southern Waltz"; Back cover devoted to excellent Daniel Webster quote about showing the world that an elected government can maintain public liberty. Unmarked with average wear. Binding intact. A sound vintage copy. Book
Fine English Paperback. Demy 8vo. (22 x 12 cm). In English and Turkish, 86 p. The culture of the Turks: Initial Inner Asian phase.= Türk kültür tarihi. Iç Asya'daki erken safhalar.
The Title 'The Children of Odin written/authored/edited by Padraic Colum', published in the year 2017. The ISBN 9788121290180 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 195 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Teen & Young Adult / Science Fiction & Fantasy / Fantasy / Myths & Legends / Norse. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms Vol:-
The Title 'The Children of Odin written/authored/edited by Padraic Colum', published in the year 2017. The ISBN 9788121290197 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 195 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Teen & Young Adult / Science Fiction & Fantasy / Fantasy / Myths & Legends / Norse. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms Vol:-
A clean, unmarked book with a tight binding. 62 pages. 10 1/2"w x 12 1/8"h. Previous owner's name sticker inside. Colorful illustrations by Gino D'Achille.
367 p. Hardcover Very good condition good
8vo., First Edition; original cloth, gilt back, gilt top, uncut, backstrip lightly frayed at head and tail else a very good, clean copy.
pp. xix, 230. Illustrated with lithographs by Joe Mugnaini, printed by George C. Miller; designed by Robert Dothard; set in Linotype Caledonia; natural white Strathmore paper. 4to. 8 1/2 x 11 inches. Bound by Russell-Rutter Company in half white vellum, stamped in black and gold, decorated paper sides. Very slight soiling on tail of spine. Original slip case. Inked ownership of Jefford F. Oller, the original subscriber, on front fly leaf. Includes the Monthly Letter. Number 420 of an edition limited to only 1500 copies, signed by the illustrator, Joe Mugnaini. Very good. The books published by the Limited Editions Club are justly treasured for the quality of the texts, the beauty and artistry of the illustrations, the creativity of design, and the overall excellence of the paper, presswork, and binding. Each book would make a wonderful gift for any occasion. **PRICE JUST REDUCED! W96
pp. xix, 230 + Plus Frontis and bold full page lithographs by Joe Mugnaini. Pen and ink chapter headings. All edges decoratively sprinkled in blue. Includes an insert of the Heritage Club Sandglass, Number XI:23. Bookplate of the Union League of Philadelphia presented to the Union League by Grahame T. Smallwood, Jr. 4to. Original full linen binding decorated with a design by Joe Mugnaini. Spine slightly faded at tail. Original slip case, worn with some loss. Hardbound. Nice copy. THESE HERITAGE PRESS BOOKS MAKE GREAT GIFTS. W85
32 pages. Map endpapers. Generously illustrated. "A skillfully chosen collection of Canadian legends, one from each Canadian province." - dust jacket. Legends include: Beautiful Lake Louise, The Treasure of Murray Harbour, Rose Latulippe, The Siwash Rock, Qu'appelle, The Burning Ship, Lazy Lew, The Red River, The Island of Demons and The Witches of Long Point. Unmarked with moderate wear. Binding sound. Long opening to front panel of dust jacket which is now preserved in mylar. A sound vintage copy. Book
