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460 pages. "Represents the state of the art in the study of penology... A multi-disciplinary collection of landmark articles... Will serve as a long-overdue addition to teaching resources in the field, as well as an attractive reference volume for practitioners." - from back cover. "A truly unique contribution to Canadian Penology, with substantial relevance to criminological inquiries internationally." - Robert Doyle, La Trobe University, Australia. Prior owner's name stroked out inside front cover else unmarked with moderate wear. Sound working copy. Book
London, The Religious Tract Society, [fine del XIX secolo], in-4, bella tela editoriale con ricca figurazione in oro, nero e bianco sulla coperta anteriore e sul dorso, tagli dorati, pp. VIII, 224, (8). Con antiporta e decine di xilografie (anche a piena pagina) eseguite dal grande scalatore E. Whymper e una carta geografica in cromolitografia più volte ripiegata. Segnaliamo interessanti capitoli sui costumi indiani. Bell'esemplare.
54 pages. Features include: Model a VIA LRC Locomotive - Build a VIA Rail Canada Light, Rapid & Comfortable (LRC) locomotive (circa 1980); Half 1 to C-D to S - The Story of S Scale; Canadian Trackside Structures - How a Real Hot Box Detectors Works; Canadian Rolling Stock - Kitbashing a Canadian National (CN) 40' 480000-series Box Car; Canadian Prototype Railways - Deerholme on the Tidewater Subdivision: CN's Last Stand in the Cowichan Valley (Part 1); The Clutterless Turnout Control - Build this unique and simple control; and Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) 2-10-0 Class R3 Decapod (circa 1918). Binding sound. Unmarked. A worthy copy. Book
212 pages. Glossary. "An introductory firearm safety couse intended for all new restricted firearms users and those individuals who wish to acquire restricted firearms." - from Introduction. Unmarked. Moderate wear. A sound copy. Book
Signed and inscribed by author upon first blank leaf. viii, [9]-641 p. Index. Illustrated in black and white, including frontis portrait of author. "Close contact with our native tribes shows us the mistake we have been making in deciding that ignorance, superstition and cruelty belong to these people, and that there is no wisdom, truth or beauty in their belief and manner of life. A faithful study of the languages and customs compels us to acknowledge that there are deeper truths than facts, and under the blanket and coat of skin there beats a human heart, as there is beauty, sweetness and wisdom in their traditions and courage, liberty and devotion in their lives". - Preface. John Maclean [1851-1928] was a Methodist missionary. author, office holder, newspaper editor, archivist, and librarian." - Dictionary of Canadian Biography. Frontispiece protective tissue removed. Front free endpaper clipped. Hinges secured with yellowed tape. No dust jacket as issued. Above-average wear to publisher's red cloth decorated in black with rubbed gilt lettering. Beveled boards. A worthy signed copy of this engaging study. Peel (3) 2280, Wallace p.38. Book
Ex-library copy with the usual stamps and markings. Slight underlining and marking on some pages. Cover a bit worn and creased. Contents: The Sikhs: Punjab Context; Early Sikh Settlers: Difficulties and Challenges of Pioneers; The Quiet Years; Post World War II; Problems and Conflicts; Professions and Economy; Educational Pursuits; Development of Sikh Literature; Community Institutions; Recent Events; Future of Sikhs in Canada; Appendices. 298 pages.
262 pages. One volume of an invaluable text and reference series offering a unique look at social change in Canada. This volume can be used separately or in conjunction with volumes 1 and 2. Examines: Population, Human Geography and Health; Women, Marriage and the Family; Work, Lifestyle; and Social Problems. Unmarked and very lightly worn. Book
366 pages. "A thought-provoking examination of where we are going as a country." - from back cover. Clean, bright and unmarked with light wear. Nice copy. Book
Spiral bound. 56 stereograms. Cover worn around edges, with tear on bottom right. Oblong format: 13 1/2"w x 8 7/8"h. Previous owner's stamp. "In preparing this publication, the authors have attempted to portray the regional characteristics of Canada through the medium of aerial photography. These photographs have been prepared in the form of stereograms so that stereoscopic vision may be obatained.
719 pages including index. Describes and analyses the economics of transport in Canada whether by rail, highway, inland and coastal waterways, the high seas, air or pipeline. Written to be of interest to employees of railways, steamship companies, airlines, and pipelines, to operators of motor vehicles, to shippers, consignees, and other businessmen, to professional economists and to citizens generally. Students writing upon front endpaper. Minimal markings to text which remains bright and clean. Moderate wear and bumping to blue boards. Silver lettering upon front board and spine. Book
192 pages. Bibliography. Profusely illustrated with magnificent colour illustrations. Illustrated endpapers. "The 270 eye-catching posters featured in this book tell an important part of the history of Canada, and of Canadians, during the First and Second World Wars. Significant both as historical objects and as artworks, these posters reveal how the artists of the day used their skills to contribute to the war effort, marking a major chapter in the history of design and propaganda." - dust jacket. Oblong 11.5" x 8.75". Clean, bright and unmarked with negligible wear. A superb copy of this most handsome work. Book
1238 pages. Minimal markings. Average wear. Binding intact. Sound working copy. Book
In-4° pp. 192 di cui 174completamente di foto a colori e molte a piena pagina. Legatura edit. con sovracoperta a colori.
367 pages. The 14 chapters include: Canadian Woods - General; Commercial Timbers of Canada; The Structure of Wood; The Mechanical and Physical Properties of Wood; The Seasoning of Lumber; Decay and Stains in Wood; Preservative Treatment of Wood; Secondary Wood-Using Industries; Veneers, Plywoods, and Wood Adhesives; Glued, Laminated Construction; Shipping Containers; Timber Fastenings; Pulp, Paper and Related Products. Black and white illustrations. Moderate wear to book. Binding intact. Prior owner's name inside front board else unmarked. Decent working copy of this excellent reference. Book
763 pages. "Draws upon international intellectual currents and a range of political traditions, including liberal, social democratic and Marxist... Provides a sample of the best in this recent scholarship" - from back cover. Average wear. Binding sound. Moderate quantity of high-lighting. A quality working copy of this hefty volume. Book
A clean, unmarked book with a tight binding. 763 pages. Remainder mark.
(Codice EC/1081) In 16° 368 pp. With index to companies and general index. Softcover, fine. ~~~ SPEDIZIONE IN ITALIA SEMPRE TRACCIATA
144 p. Illustrated. 8vo. Original printed wraps. Very good copy. GER-ENG PAMPH BX2 BAG 10.
Venezia, Marsilio, 1979, 8vo brossura con copertina illustrata, pp. 124 (Collana Nordamericana, 5)
Venezia, Marsilio, 1983, 8vo brossura con copertina illustrata, pp. 165 (Collana Nordamericana, 8)
Venezia, Marsilio, 1978, in-8, br. edit. verde, pp. 159, (3). Con cenni biografici sui contributori. Collana "Nordamericana", 4.
In 8°, brossura editoriale illustrata, pp. 165, (3), collana "Nordamericana 8. Canadiana 3", nota di possesso al frontesp., per il resto copia molto buona. (spedizione standard SEMPRE tracciata con raccomandata-piego di libri, eventuale FATTURA da richiedere all'ordine)
Venezia, Marsilio Editori, 1983, in-8, br. editoriale, pp. 165, [3]. Collana "Nordamericana 8. Canadiana 3". Ottime condizioni.
In-8° pp. 124, bross. edit. ill. Tracce d'uso.
Venezia, Marsilio, 1979, in-8, br. edit., pp. 124, (4). Con cenni biografici sui contributori. Collana "Nordamericana", 5
