Da: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, Regno Unito
EUR 6,25
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Aggiungi al carrelloPaperback. Condizione: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Da: Majestic Books, Hounslow, Regno Unito
EUR 5,08
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Aggiungi al carrelloCondizione: New.
Condizione: New.
Da: Biblios, Frankfurt am main, HESSE, Germania
EUR 5,72
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Editore: Fred L. Whipple Observatory, Amado, AZ, 1995
Da: Sabino Books, Oro Valley, AZ, U.S.A.
Paperback. Condizione: VG. ii, 46 p. : ill., maps ; 29 cm. Fred Lawrence Whipple Observatory -- Guidebooks. Astronomical observatories -- Arizona -- Mt. Hopkins -- Guidebooks. 517.
Lingua: Inglese
Editore: D.Philip Publishers,South Africa, 1999
ISBN 10: 0864860544 ISBN 13: 9780864860545
Da: Chapter 1, Johannesburg, GAU, Sudafrica
EUR 7,10
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Aggiungi al carrelloSoftcover. Condizione: Good. Reprint. wraps are shelf rubbed and lightly creased.well wishers inscriptions on the front end page.soundly bound.[J.nor]. Our orders are shipped using tracked courier delivery services.
EUR 7,10
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Aggiungi al carrelloPaperback. Condizione: Poor. wraps are worn, torn and creased. foxing, staining and marks. book is damp damaged and wavy. ownership inscription. mainly a reading copy.[S.K]. Our orders are shipped using tracked courier delivery services.
Da: Chapter 1, Johannesburg, GAU, Sudafrica
EUR 7,10
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Aggiungi al carrelloSoft cover. Condizione: Good. Wraps are rubbed and creased.Minor markings.Tanning.Excellent binding.[R.K]. Our orders are shipped using tracked courier delivery services.
Lingua: Inglese
Editore: D.Philip Publishers,South Africa, 1986
ISBN 10: 0864860544 ISBN 13: 9780864860545
Da: Book Alley, Pasadena, CA, U.S.A.
Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Light wear to cover. NO marks in text; binding is tight. A very nice copy. Pasadena's finest independent new and used bookstore.
Da: Ria Christie Collections, Uxbridge, Regno Unito
EUR 14,55
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Aggiungi al carrelloCondizione: New. In.
Da: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Regno Unito
EUR 24,70
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Aggiungi al carrelloPAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Da: Ria Christie Collections, Uxbridge, Regno Unito
EUR 17,03
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Aggiungi al carrelloCondizione: New. In.
EUR 25,86
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Aggiungi al carrelloPAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Da: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Regno Unito
EUR 30,56
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Aggiungi al carrelloHRD. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
EUR 31,69
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Aggiungi al carrelloHRD. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Editore: New York, Leslie-Judge Co., 1907
Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Not dated, but 1907 or 1908 based on library catalogues. Bound in publisher's cloth, with printed boards. Hardcover. Clean, unmarked pages.
Da: Ria Christie Collections, Uxbridge, Regno Unito
EUR 30,01
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Aggiungi al carrelloCondizione: New. In.
Editore: The Red Star News Company, 1936
Da: Gene Zombolas, Milpitas, CA, U.S.A.
Prima edizione
Pulp Magazine. Condizione: VG. No Jacket. First Edition. Old cellophane tape repairs to front and back both fore edges with tape stains bleeding through; strong, complete spine; supple, lightly tanned pages.
Editore: McGraw-Hill, 1913. [, 1913
Da: Reiner Books, Minneapolis, MN, U.S.A.
Prima edizione
Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. ] First Edition, Second Impression-Corrected. Hardback, octavo, gilt on navy blue cloth, viii + 321 pages, VG+/no dj. Near immaculate exterior with the only blem being a 1/4th-inch hole in front joint (+ a couple more adjacent that are pin-hole-sized) - probably biopredation, spine's appearance unaffected. Name in ink to front pastedown & blind-stamp to ffep o/w interior about immaculate. Photos + numerous graphs, drawings & tables. References at each chapter. Extensive overall Index. RWR5 Railroads Transportation Civil Engineering Constsruction Architecture Tunnels Bridges Excavation.
Da: Books Puddle, New York, NY, U.S.A.
Condizione: New.
EUR 20,41
Quantità: 1 disponibili
Aggiungi al carrelloSoft cover. Condizione: Fair. The wraps are a bit shelf rubbed and creased.Some tanning.No inscription.Well bound.EK. Our orders are shipped using tracked courier delivery services.
EUR 65,52
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Aggiungi al carrelloPaperback. Condizione: New.
Editore: DAVID PHILIP
Da: Book Cupboard, PLYMOUTH, DEVON, Regno Unito
EUR 17,81
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Aggiungi al carrello1986 1ST VG PB PICTORIAL CARD COVERS.
EUR 25,37
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Aggiungi al carrelloCondizione: New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from A Rip Van Winkle of the Kalahari and Other Tales of South-West AfricaMost of these stories were written on the veldt at odd times, in out-of~the-way prospecting camps, in the wilds of the Kalahari Desert, or o.
EUR 30,36
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Aggiungi al carrelloCondizione: New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from The Glamour of Prospecting: Wanderings of a South African Prospector in Search of Copper, Gold, Emeralds, and DiamondsrnrnMost of this record Of wanderings in wild parts of South Africa had been written and was ready .
Da: Forgotten Books, London, Regno Unito
EUR 19,54
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Aggiungi al carrelloPaperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the captivating realm of adventure and exploration in the largely uncharted territories of South-West Africa during the early 20th century. The author, drawing upon personal experiences in the region, weaves tales that blend imagination with the realities of a land marked by vast deserts, rugged mountains, and diverse indigenous cultures. Readers are transported to a time of colonial expansion and conflict, where European powers vied for control of the African continent. The narrative sheds light on the complex interactions between colonizers and the native populations, including the Bushmen, Damaras, and Namaquas. The author's vivid descriptions of the Kalahari Desert's unforgiving landscape and the challenges faced by explorers paint a picture of a land both beautiful and treacherous. Through thrilling narratives of encounters with wildlife, diamond discoveries, and cultural clashes, the book explores themes of human resilience, the allure of the unknown, and the consequences of colonialism. The author's insights into the region's rich mineral resources and the potential for economic development offer a glimpse into the forces shaping the future of South-West Africa. Ultimately, this book serves as a testament to the enduring spirit of adventure and the transformative power of exploration in a land of both vast opportunity and profound challenges. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.
Lingua: Inglese
Editore: Creative Media Partners, LLC Mär 2025, 2025
ISBN 10: 1023160056 ISBN 13: 9781023160056
Da: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Germania
EUR 26,03
Quantità: 2 disponibili
Aggiungi al carrelloTaschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Venture into the heart of early 20th-century South-West Africa with Frederick Cornell's 'A Rip Van Winkle Of The Kalahari: Seven Tales of South-West Africa.' This collection of short stories offers a glimpse into a bygone era, exploring themes of adventure and the complexities of colonialism within the vast and unforgiving landscape of the Kalahari Desert.
Da: Forgotten Books, London, Regno Unito
EUR 20,65
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Aggiungi al carrelloPaperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book is a captivating firsthand account of a South African prospector's adventures in search of precious stones. The author recounts his experiences trekking through some of the most desolate and remote regions of South Africa, including the rugged Namaqualand and the vast Kalahari Desert. His stories provide a glimpse into the hardships and allure of a life on the fringes of civilization, where thirst, hunger, and danger are ever-present companions. The book's narrative threads together both personal anecdotes and insightful observations about the history of the region, particularly its diamond discoveries, and the struggles of its diverse indigenous population. The author delves into the dynamics between the native tribes, the British, and the encroaching German colonial presence. He also explores the motivations and realities of the diamond rush, revealing the harsh realities of prospecting, the often shady practices of diamond promoters, and the seductive allure of a life lived for adventure and wealth. The author's candid descriptions of his own misadventures, his encounters with both charming and dangerous characters, and his reflections on the complexities of the natural world, offer a compelling portrait of an era of exploration and frontier living in South Africa. His detailed accounts of the harsh landscapes, the indigenous peoples, and the perilous nature of his quests leave the reader with a profound sense of the time and place, and the enduring fascination of the pursuit of treasure. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.
Editore: Rinehart and Company, Inc. (c.1950), New York, 1950
Da: ReadInk, ABAA/IOBA, Los Angeles, CA, U.S.A.
Prima edizione
Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Good dj. Illustrated by (dj design) Peter Hollander; photo by Fred Stein (illustratore). First Edition. (price-clipped) [bottom of book shelfworn (thin paper covering of boards worn through at numerous points), bottom front corner lightly bumped; jacket edgeworn, some shallow chipping along top edge (no loss of text or graphics), various other small tears, etc. The second (and last) novel published by Woolrich under the "George Hopley" pseudonym, which actually derived from his full name, Cornell George Hopley-Woolrich. The action is set, rather unusually for Woolrich, in 1915.
EUR 26,69
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Aggiungi al carrelloPaperback. Condizione: New.