dickie francis (64 risultati)

Condizione: Good. Light wear to boards. Content is clean with minor age tone. DJ with some edge wear and creasing.

Condizione: New.

Hardcover. Condizione: Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Poor. Light wear, the pages are yellowed; a good sound binding; good overall. the dust jacket is present but heavily chipped and torn; missing pieces. "This is the story of Bill Kane, third of the House of Kane, builders of ships, diggers of mines, owners of mills, of splendid physique, magnificent courage and brains bent only on self amusement. Or is it? Isn't it rather the story of Elfrida, that daughter of Vikings, who captained her own ship, sailed the arctic seas, handled her men and who also read, thought, studies and used her brains and money for fine ends?" Illustrator: . Quantity Available: 1. Category: Fiction; Inventory No: 176754.

Hard Cover. Condizione: Very Good +. Condizione sovraccoperta: very good +. Victor Ambrus (illustratore). Reprint. Tight binding. No chips, tears, creases or written inscriptions. Dust jacket is price clipped. Size: 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall.

Condizione: New.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condizione: New. In.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Very Good. Ambrus (illustratore). Reprint. Bar light dust spotting to top of block all is in VG+ crisp, clean and bright internal order. Smart blue boards with bright silver titling to spine. VG+ unclipped d/j. This is a charity sale for Friends Of Morston Church (reg.1099831). 12mo. 124pp.

Condizione: New.

HRD. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Cloth. Condizione: Good VG. Edward Osmond (illustratore). lATER. Animal tales of Canada's North. Undated edition, c1927. Dated presentation inscription to the ffep - 1929. 278pp, frontis plus 7 illustrated plates, all in b&w. Bright, clean interior. Tight binding. Only slight wear to the cloth. Weight, 501g.

HRD. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Cloth. Condizione: VG+. Condizione sovraccoperta: Good. First Canadian Edition. "This is the story of Bill Kane, third of the House of Kane, builders of ships, diggers of mines, owners of mills, of splendid physique, magnificent courage and brains bent only on self amusement. Or is it? Isn't it rather the story of Elfrida, that daughter of Vikings, who captained her own ship, sailed the arctic seas, handled her men and who also read, thought, studies and used her brains and money for fine ends?" [Rear panel of the DJ]. 1st Canadian edition - much scarcer than the USA edition. 272 pages; 20 cm; unpacked weight, 483g. Interior of the book is very clean, pages white. Tight, square binding. Dark green cloth shows no wear. Shaarp corners. The unclipped dustjacket is 95% complete, small chips lost. Rubbing to the front, illustrated panel. Light edge wear, short edge wear repaired on the inside with acid free tape. NB - Postal Rates shown by ABE are frequently incorrect and are vague estimates NOT guaranteed rates. WE use Canada Post, the United States Postal Service and Asendia and try to offer very competitive postal charges - based on actual costs, no overcharging. Images are available. Shipped well packed. USA postage is usually $6.50. Canadian postage varies considerably depending on weight and destination. Postage to anywhere within Canada, can now be approx US$16.00 for weights up to 5kg total - boxed, insured, trackable and faster than regular parcels. Less will be charged if rates indicate. NOW available - new, considerably lower Trans-Canada rates for many markets, and, new, considerably lower rates for Overseas destinations. Size: 20cm Tall. Book.

Condizione: New.

Hardcover. Condizione: Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Fair. Hardback, d/j has a small piece missing from top of spine, small nicks and scuffs, o/w internally v/g. Illustrations by C Ambler.

Condizione: New.

Pictorial Wraps. Condizione: Fair. First Edition. The Wide World Magazine: The Magazine for Men - August 1928 - No. 364, Vol. 61. Uncommon British monthly magazine/journal. Several contributors, including Frank Wilford, E.C. Brown, W. Charnley, John Edwin Hogg, Francis Dickie, Stafford Devlin, & several others. Cover story is "Two Men and a Donkey", by Frank Wilford, & illustrated by T.H. Peddie. Numerous b&w illustrations & photographs throughout, plus many wonderful classic vintage advertisements. Includes b&w frontispiece. Front cover artwork by W.C. Nicolson. Front & rear covers printed in colour. Printed & published in Great Britain. "The Wide World Magazine was a British monthly illustrated publication which ran from April 1898 to December 1965. The magazine was founded by well-known publisher George Newnes, also famous for Tit-Bits, The Strand Magazine, Country Life & others. It described itself as 'an illustrated magazine of true narrative' & each month purported to feature 'true-life' adventure & travel stories gathered from around the world. Its motto was 'Truth is stranger than fiction'. Some famous names occasionally wrote for the magazine, & it was copiously illustrated with photographs, as well as black & white drawings." Staplebound pictorial wraps. NOTE: A FAIR to GOOD COPY ONLY. Much handling wear, soiling & wear & creasing to covers, lacks spine, covers loose, some pencil scribbling to rear advertisements, mild foxing, staples rusting, one page (p.283-4) with large tear to 1/4 page (piece laid in), some insect nibbling to cover edges, otherwise a solid complete softcover copy. Internally GOOD. 255-336pp + 28pp vintage advertisements. Uncommon. Price reflects damage. SB-29.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Very Good. Illustrated by Photo Frontis (illustratore). First Edition?. VERY GOOD CONDITION IN VERY GOOD UNCLIPT(NOPR ICE) DUST JACKET.VERY CLEAN, SOLID & BRIGHT. APPEARS TO BE NEW.; RED TITLES ON VERY BRIGHT ORANGE DUST JACKET.BLACK SPINE TITLES ON GREEN CLOTH HARDCOVERS.BRIGHT ORANGE ENDPAPERS.A VERY NICE PRODUCTION.TEXT IN TRANSLATED FRENCH & ENGLISH LANGUAGES. DJ SHOWS LINE DRAWING OF AUTHOR WITH HAND ON PEN. ; 97pg thin pages.

[no date]. (Hardcover) Very good plus, no dust jacket. 278pp. Frontispiece, illustrations. Illustrations by Edward Osmond. Locale: Canada. Main character: Umingmuk. (Fiction, Canadian, Animal Stories).

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book captures the true story of the Passion Play performed every 10 years in the small Bavarian village of Oberammergau, a remarkable tradition dating back to 1633. The text is the complete script of the play, lovingly translated by James Francis Dickie, and faithfully depicts the final days of Christ, from his triumphant entry into Jerusalem to his crucifixion and resurrection. The Passion Play is a unique blend of history, theater, and religious devotion. It is both a testament to the power of storytelling and a moving portrayal of the life and sacrifice of Jesus Christ. The play's themes of faith, hope, and redemption resonate deeply with audiences, and its insights into the human condition offer timeless wisdom. 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.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - 'The Master Breed' is a gripping tale of adventure and human endurance set against the unforgiving landscape of the Canadian North. Written by Francis Joseph Dickie, this evocative novel explores the life and struggles of those who dare to brave the vast, untamed wilderness of the Northwest. The narrative delves into the primal relationship between man and nature, highlighting the strength of character required to survive in a land where the elements are often as much an adversary as a companion.At its heart, 'The Master Breed' is a story of resilience and the indomitable human spirit. Through vivid descriptions of the rugged terrain and the rugged individuals who inhabit it, Dickie captures the essence of the northern frontier during the early twentieth century. The work combines elements of romance, danger, and philosophical reflection on the qualities that define the pioneers of the arctic regions. This novel remains a significant contribution to Canadian adventure literature, offering readers a window into the heroic and often perilous reality of life on the edge of civilization. It is an essential read for those interested in classic frontier fiction and the enduring lure of the great outdoors.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - 'The Master Breed' is a gripping tale of adventure and human endurance set against the unforgiving landscape of the Canadian North. Written by Francis Joseph Dickie, this evocative novel explores the life and struggles of those who dare to brave the vast, untamed wilderness of the Northwest. The narrative delves into the primal relationship between man and nature, highlighting the strength of character required to survive in a land where the elements are often as much an adversary as a companion.

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Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. "The Master Breed" is a gripping tale of adventure and human endurance set against the unforgiving landscape of the Canadian North. Written by Francis Joseph Dickie, this evocative novel explores the life and struggles of those who dare to brave the vast, untamed wilderness of the Northwest. The narrative delves into the primal relationship between man and nature, highlighting the strength of character required to survive in a land where the elements are often as much an adversary as a companion.At its heart, "The Master Breed" is a story of resilience and the indomitable human spirit. Through vivid descriptions of the rugged terrain and the rugged individuals who inhabit it, Dickie captures the essence of the northern frontier during the early twentieth century. The work combines elements of romance, danger, and philosophical reflection on the qualities that define the pioneers of the arctic regions. This novel remains a significant contribution to Canadian adventure literature, offering readers a window into the heroic and often perilous reality of life on the edge of civilization. It is an essential read for those interested in classic frontier fiction and the enduring lure of the great outdoors.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Condizione: New. Print on Demand.

LeatherBound. Condizione: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. Leatherbound edition. Condition: New. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. Pages: 72. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1930 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: English Pages: 72.

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Couverture souple. Condizione: bon. R200039983: 1939. In-12. Broché. Etat d'usage, Couv. légèrement passée, Dos satisfaisant, Quelques rousseurs. 223 pages - coins frottés - illustration en couleurs sur le 1er plat - quelques rousseurs sans conséquence sur la lecture - adhésif transparent + petite annotation sur la coiffe en pied . . . . Classification Dewey : 840.091-XX ème siècle.

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