david hunter strother illus (2 risultati)

First Edition. 12mo. (19.25cm); publisher's original dark brown cloth, with titling and decorations stamed in gilt on spine, and quintuple blind-ruled borders on covers; [vi],[3],4-223,[224] + [16]pp ads, with engraved title page and illustrations from life by Strother. Gilt-stamped red morocco leather bookplate of American bookseller Ernest R. Gee mounted to front pastedown, with pencil signature (Joseph Cox) to upper front endpaper. Old, very faint tidemark to right edge of textblock, with some foxing to a few preliminary and terminal leaves, and to margins of pp.85-114; two tiny tears to crown, with a tiny nick to cloth at right edge of front cover; the gilt is bright and unrubbed, with the cloth uncharacteristically even and without soil; Very Good+, housed in a custom clamshell case. An uncommonly nice copy of this sporting narrative, documenting the author's hunting and fishing adventures in the wilds of Randolph County, Virginia (now eastern West Virginia). The illustrations were provided by David Hunter Strother, aka "Porte Crayon," well-known as a visual chronicler of Virginia's western margins and, later, as a Cvil War illustrator. HOWES K-90; SABIN 37405; PHILLIPS, p.209. 89164.

Leather Bound. Condizione: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1853. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: : - 236, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 236 236.