thomas bewick history of british birds 2 volumes

Thomas Bewick -A History of British Birds - 2 volumes -

Thomas Bewich - A History of British Birds - 2 Volumes - Newcastle, J. Blackwell Printer Rebound in brown buckram.New endpapers and gilt titles.Over 400 Illustration and woodcuts. Foxing throughout the two volumes.Volume 1: A History of British Birdscontaining the History and Description of Land Birds.xxxviii, 329 pages + 46 pages..Volume 2: A History of British Birdscontaining the History and Description of Water Birds.xxii, 361 pages + 43 pages.Previous owners signatures on inside datingin succession from to . All were membersof the same family, generations apart.Shipped and insured by recorded delivery. Read More

Henry Seebohm - A History of British Birds - 4 Volumes -

Henry Seebohm - A History of British Birds, with Coloured Illustrations of Their Eggs. - R. H. Porter {publisher], -First editions - Half-leather on green pebbled boards. Marbled endpapers. Gilt top page-edge - 25.5 x 16.5 cm.A true first edition set in lovely condition. Volume 1: [published ] xxiii, 614 pages + in-text illustrations.Volume 2: [published ] xxxiii, 600 pages + in-text illustrations.Volume 3: [published ] xxiv, 684 pages + in-text illustrations.Volume 4: [published pages + 68 plates, all present as listed.(Total 4)Shipped and insured by recorded delivery. Read More

F.O. Morris - A History of British Birds - 6 volumes -

F.O. Morris - A History of British Birds - George Bell and Sons, London, volumes - ca. 16 x 25 cmFor sale are the six volumes (of total 6 volumes) with text pages only, content loose(ning), bindings partly worn.The books come under their original unif. gilt and blind-stamped cloth, with gilt illustration.The image on the cover is blindstamped and decorated in gold on the front, and blindstamped only on the back.The text-pages are in a good condition, with some pages with tears.I bought these books in this "butchered" condition at auction-house. Copy of the original auction text available on request.Will be sent fully insured. Read More

Thomas Wright - The History of Ireland - 2 volumes .

Thomas Wright, The History of Ireland from theearliest period of the Irish Annals, to the present time.Volume 1.iv, 728 pages + frontispiece + vignette.Fold-out map + plates.Volume 2.iv, 663 pages + frontispiece portrait of the Duke of Ormond.Portrait of Oliver Cromwell + plates.Half-calf green leather over Moire silk boards.Morocco title labels. Marbled page edges.Gilt raised bands. Steel engravings by H. Warren.Marbled page edges. Light foxing. Tall volumes.A really lovely set.Shipped and insured by recorded delivery. Read More

Thomas Leland - The History of Ireland - 3 Volumes -

Thomas Leland, The History of IrelandFrom the Invasion of Henry II with a Preliminary Discourseof the Ancient State of that Kingdom. 4 Volumes.Brett Smith [publisher] . Hardcover.Volumes of uniform size 22 x 14 cm. Good condition. Full calf leather. Gilt titles on spine [faded].A nice clean set.Volume 1.Preliminary Discourse previous to Christianityup to the reign of Richard II.lii, 379 pages.Volume 2.Accession of Henry IV up to the reignof Charles I. Appendix.509 pages.Volume 3.Charles lI up to the reign of William III and detailing theTreaty of Limerick, a treaty totally disregarded by the English Government.630 pages. Index.(Total 3)Shipped and insured by recorded delivery. Read More

British Birds and British Birds in their Haunts - 4 volumes

Henry Seebohm - A History of British Birds - John C. Nimmo, - Hardcover - 26.5 x 18 cmGood condition. Green pebbled boards with gilt motif. Some foxing throughout.Volume 1: xxiii, 614 pages + in-text illustrations.Volume 2: xxxiii, 600 pages + in-text illustrations.Volume 3: xxxiv, 684 pages + in-text illustrations.Three volumes only of this set.Volume 4: Rev. C. A. Johns & J. A. Owen [editor] - British Birds in Their Haunts - George Routledge, - xxv, 326 pages - Hardcover - 22 x 15 cm.Good condition. Some foxing.Green bevelled boards with gilt motif.64 colour plates by William Foster.Shipped and insured by recorded delivery. Read More

Cultural History of Reading [2 volumes]

Cultural History of Reading [2 volumes]: What is it about some books that makes them timeless Cultural History of Reading looks at books from their earliest beginnings through the present day, in both the U.S. and regions all over the world. Not only fiction and literature, but religious works, dictionaries, scientific works, and home guides such as Mrs. Beeton's all have had an impact on not only their own time and place, but continue to capture the attention of readers today. Volume 1 examines the history of books in regions throughout the world, identifying both literature and nonfiction that was influenced by cultural events of its time. Volume 2 identifies books from the pre-colonial era to the present day that have had lasting significance in the United States. History students and book lovers alike will enjoy discovering the books that have impacted our world.

Pictorial History of the War.2 volumes

2 volumes of the 'Pictorial History of the War' edited by Walter Hutchinson. Volumes 1 and IX. Each has hundreds of b/w photos,drawings and specially drawn maps and diagrams. Black covers.Good for age with marks and foxing. Very informative. Published by Virtue and Co Ltd of Hatton Garden London. 's ?. Offers

Pictorial History of The War.2 volumes

2 volumes of the 'Pictorial History of The War' edited by Walter Hutchinson. Volume no's 1 and IX. Each has hundreds of b/w photos, special drawings and specially drawn maps and diagrams.Black covers. Good for age with some marks and foxing etc.Published by Virtue and Co Ltd of Hatton Garden London. 's ?.Ono Ad ID: Delivery Service Consumer Credit

A History of British Birds. William Yarrell. 4th Edition. Hard back half leather bound

A lovely set of "A History of British Birds" by William Yarrell th Edition) comprising four hard cover volumes. These are in a very good and an extremely clean condition being tightly bound still having not been overly used. They were published by John Van Voorst, London in . Each volume is 6" x 9" tall the total being illustrated by 564 wood engravings between them. Each volume is half bound in red leather, spines having five raised bands from top to bottom, these being in excellent condition and hardly rubbed. Text and decorations on spines and the fronts and backs of each volume are in gold as are the top edges of the pages. Each volume has marbled paper over boards with marbled edges and endpapers. Front and back endpapers are all in excellent condition each with a Foyles of London embossed sticker. Volume I, 646 pp, revised and enlarged by Alfred Newton, . There is ex libris showing a previous owner's name and other personal details and identification on the two marbled end papers in this Volume (photographs 5/6). There is a also dedication on the following page from an owner's mother, dated 17th July . A pencilled quote is at the beginning of the Prospectus and and an errata is present. There is slight rubbing at the base. Volume II, 494 pp, 646 pp, , again revised and enlarged by Alfred Newton and has an ex libris on the left end paper with a previous owner's name on on. There is a small piece of paper missing in the top corner of the title page (see photograph). There are some pencilled notes on the final page of this volume. The back edge of this volume is slightly damaged. Volume III, 684 pp, , revised and enlarged by Howard Saunders, with an errata and again having the same owner's name as in Volumes I and II on the first end piece. Edges of this volume are only slightly rubbed. Volume IV, 531 pp, , again revised and enlarged by Howard Saunders, with an errata and again with the same owner's name as above on the first marbled end piece. This is an extremely attractive 4 Volume set, in excellent condition - an honest description of their condition is offered and is being offered at a competitive price. Please ask any questions and for any other information/photographs etc. Ad ID: Delivery Service Consumer Credit

11 volumes: The Birds of the British Isles (Bannerman&Lodge)

Books compendium: Birds of the British Isles Vols 2-12 Bonnerman and Lodge Please contact me by email if interested (serious offers only) Read More

Pietro Tacchi Venturi-history of religions-2 volumes-

In 2 volumes, complete works of Pietro Tacchi Venturi, in Italian, no missing parts. Paperback with slight blooms on pages and worn, depending on the publication date (). Many pages separate slates, not yet as shown in the photos. The front cover, dedication to pen. Pages XXXIII + 850 and XVI + 782. U.T.E.T. editions. Soft cover. Total weight: kg 3.6. Dimensions cm. x20 about. Good condition overall as evidenced by the photos. Read More

T. A. Coward - The Birds of the British Isles - 3 Volumes -

T. A. Coward - The Birds of the British Isles. Colour illustrations by Archibald Thorburn and others. Phorographic Illustrations by Richard Kerton and others.Volume 1. First Series: The Birds of the British Isles and Their Eggs - 400 pages + 325 plates & illustrations [252 colour].Volume 2. Second Series: The Birds of the British Isles and Their Eggs - 384 pages + 269 plates & illustrations [203 colour].Volume 3. Third Series: The Birds of the British Isles, Migration and Habits -257 pages + 29 page index + 136 plates & illustrations [68 colour].Beautiful set, embossed covers with gilt bird relief. Gilt lettering and black borders. Gilt lettering on spines, picturesque endpapers.All volumes in near fine condition.Complete with very good dust jackets.Shipped and insured by recorded delivery. Read More

T. A. Coward - The Birds of the British Isles - 3 Volumes -

T. A. Coward - The Birds of the British Isles - Warne & Co., - Hardcovers - 13.5 x 17.5 cm.Volume 1: First Series: The Birds of the British Isles and Their Eggs pages - 325 plates & illustrations, 252 in colour.Volume 2: Second Series: The Birds of the British Isles and Their Eggs - 384 pages - 269 plates & illustrations, 203 in colour.Volume 3: Third Series: The Birds of the British Isles, Migration and Habits - 257 pages + 29 page index + 136 plates & illustrations, 68 in colour.Beautiful set, embossed covers with gilt bird relief, gilt lettering and black borders.Gilt lettering on spines, picturesque endpapers. All volumes in near fine condition.Complete with very good dust jackets.Shipped and insured in carton by recorded delivery (too heavy and bulky, not suitable for padded package). Read More

Studies In The History Of Political Philosophy (2 Volumes)

ISBN No.: Publisher: Koros Press Contributors/Editors: Roland Benedikter, Judith Hilber Studies In The History Of Political Philosophy (2 Volumes) Pub. Date: Price: £ http://www.korospress.com/philosophy/-Studies_In_The_History_Of_Political_Philosophy_(2_Volumes).html

Studies In The History Of Political Philosophy (2 Volumes)

Studies In The History Of Political Philosophy (2 Volumes) Availability: In stock ISBN No.: Contributors/Editors: Roland Benedikter, Judith Hilber Publisher: Koros Press Pub. Date: Price: £

History Of European Political Philosophy (2 Volumes) in City

Publisher: Koros Press ISBN No.: History Of European Political Philosophy (2 Volumes) Contributors/Editors: Charles Ogundu Nnaji Pub. Date: Price: £ http://www.korospress.com/philosophy/-History_Of_European_Political_Philosophy_(2_Volumes).html

Dietrich Orlow - History of the Nazi Party - 2 Volumes -

Dietrich Orlow - The History of the Nazi Party - 2 volumes - Newton Abbot, David & Charles, st edition - hardcovers with gilt titles and dust jacket - 22 x 14,5 cm.Vol. I: - x, 332 pages. Vol. II: - xiv, 538 pages. Condition: Fine.(Total 2) Shipped and insured by recorded delivery. Read More

History Of European Political Philosophy (2 Volumes) in City

History Of European Political Philosophy (2 Volumes) Availability: In stock ISBN No.: Contributors/Editors: Charles Ogundu Nnaji Publisher: Koros Press Pub. Date: Price: £

2 Collectable Volumes of vintage books - Birds of our

2 vols. of Birds of our Country - Their eggs, nests, life, haunts and Identification. Printed by Hutchinson & Co London. Mainly black and white but some colour plates. Covers have some staining and one book has some stain damage to back pages.

P. W. Joyce - A Social History of Ireland - 2 volumes .

P. W. Joyce, A Social History of Ireland.Phoenix Publishing Company [publishers] .Hardcover 22 x 15 cm. Very good condition.Original publishers gilt embossed cover and spine.Decorative motif design with gilt titles.Volume 1.xxiii, 632 pages. Part One and Two.Frontispiece + 167 illustrations + fold-out map.Colour plate on page 546.Volume 2.xi, 651 pages. Part Three.Frontispiece + 193 illustrations.The aspects of Ireland examined include;Government, Military System and Law, Religions,Learning and the Arts, Industries and Commerce,Manners, Customs and Domestic Life of the Ancient Irish People.A fascinating and in-depth account of the Irish race.Shipped and insured by recorded delivery. Read More

A. Thorburn - British Birds - 4 Volumes -

A Thorburn - British Birds - Longmans London [publishers], , Second edition - 4 volumes - Hardcover - 32.5 x 27.5 cmGood condition.Original cloth binding with gilt title on spine. Gilt lineal border on cover. Gilt top page edge. Plates are clean and bright. Light foxing only on printed pages. Quarto format. Beautiful publication.Volume 1: viii, 143 pages + plates.Volume 2: vi, 71 pages + plates.Volume 3: vi, 87 pages + plates.Volume 4: vii, 107 pages + plates.(Total 4)Heavy set 10 kilos.Shipped and insured by recorded delivery. Read More

John Macdiarmid - Lives of British Statesmen - 2 volumes -

John Macdiarmid, Lives of British Statesmen, Longman Hurst, , uniform size 14.5x21cm, book plates to inner boards, light foxing near portraits, a very nice and sound set.Volume pages, cloth page marker present.Life of Sir Thomas More with portrait.Life of William Cecil, Lord Burleigh with portrait. Volume , xvi pages, cloth page marker present. Life of Thomas Wentworth, Earl of Strafford with portrait.Life of Edward Hyde, Earl of Clarendon with portrait.Leather spines and corners on decorated boards, unusual decorative swags, gilt motif on spines.Shipped by recorded delivery Read More

THREE VOLUMES OF A HISTORY OF THE LNER BY MICHAEL BONAVIA

THREE VOLUMES OF A HISTORY OF THE LNER BY MICHAEL BONAVIA In near-perfect condition - see photos for details. Ad ID:

THREE VOLUMES OF A HISTORY OF THE LNER BY MICHAEL BONAVIA

THREE VOLUMES OF A HISTORY OF THE LNER BY MICHAEL BONAVIA In near-perfect condition - see photos for details. Ad ID: Delivery Service Consumer Credit

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