Frederick g atkinson (9 risultati)

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. book has light wear to ends of spine, edges, and corners, light to mild smudges to parts of cover, otherwise in solid clean shape.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. xiii, 84 pages, 1 leaf frontispiece, plates, portraits 22 cm. Some very slight wear to the top of the spine; otherwise a fine copy.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Fair. Introduction by Ruth Cranston, edited by Arthur Porritt. Library special collection stamp and non circulation sticker on endpapers. Light wear at extremities, some browning to endpapers. Jacket has browning, scuffs, wear, tears and small pieces missing (now in protective brodart cover). Internally quite clean and bright, presentation card from Henry A. Atkinson laid in.…

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Fair. Introduction by Ruth Cranston, edited by Arthur Porritt. Library special collection stamp and non circulation sticker on endpapers. Light wear at extremities, some browning to endpapers. Jacket has browning, scuffs, wear, tears and small pieces missing (now in protective brodart cover). Internally quite clean and bright, presentation card from Henry A. Atkinson laid in.…

Hardcover. Condizione: Good+. Maroon cloth with gilt printing to the spine, 192 pages. Previous owner signature on the title page. The covers are slightly rubbed, otherwise the contents are bright and complete. Good+.

paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Publication: London, Bloomsbury Publishing, 2005 Formatting: 8vo, pp. 608. Condition Report: Very Good. The binding remains firm and remarkably tight, exhibiting no signs of separation or vertical spine creasing, indicating the volume has been carefully handled and perhaps only lightly read. The photographic paper wrappers are bright and completely free of major chips or tears, though they do display faint, trivial edge-wear and slight rubbing to the corner tips consistent with standard shelving. Internally, the text block is commendably clean and square, with the pages remaining crisp and free from foxing or substantive blemishes, save for the aforementioned ink signature on the title page and a faint hint of age-toning to the extreme margins. The wrap-around 'SIGNED' bellyband is present and fully intact. Catalogue Note: The edition present is the 2005 Bloomsbury paperback, indicated by the publisher's number line sequence concluding in '3', identifying it as a third printing. The volume features internal maps adapted by Digby Atkinson from GÃ tz Bergander, alongside stark photographic wrappers illustrating the devastating USAAF air raids. Of particular significance is the bookâs provenance. The title page bears the ink signature of "Derek Jackson ex A/G 149 sqdn." Derek Jackson served as an Air Gunner with No. 149 Squadron, a heavy bomber unit of the Royal Air Force's Bomber Command. Most notably, Jackson is directly referenced within the text of this very volume (see pages 316-317), providing a poignant and immediate connection between the physical copy and the historical events it recounts. An independent wrap-around bellyband reading "SIGNED" is also present. While standard copies of this paperback printing are ubiquitous on the secondary market, association copies bearing the signature of a Bomber Command veteran explicitly cited within the author's research are decidedly scarce and hold distinct appeal for specialised military aviation collectors. Frederick Taylor's Dresden provides a definitive, harrowing, and meticulously researched account of one of the most controversial Allied bombing campaigns of the Second World War. On Tuesday, 13 February 1945, the historic city of Dresden was subjected to a devastating aerial assault by British and American forces, resulting in a terrifying firestorm that decimated the cultural centre and claimed the lives of tens of thousands. Drawing upon previously inaccessible East German archives and deeply moving eyewitness testimonies from survivors, military personnel, and refugees, Taylor untangles the complex myths surrounding the raid to present a balanced and profoundly human perspective on the tragedy. This compelling historical narrative not only reconstructs the tactical execution of the bombing but also interrogates the moral and strategic implications that continue to resonate to this day. GÃ tz Bergander, Digby Atkinson (illustratore).…

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: 128. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1940 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: 128.…

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 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1928. 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:- 200, 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. 200 200.…

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 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1940. 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:- 128, 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. 128 128.…