John muir william frederic bade editor (6 risultati)

Paperback. Condizione: Brand New. reprint edition. 144 pages. 8.50x5.50x0.25 inches. In Stock.

Hardcover. Condizione: Near Fine. 1st Edition. 1917 John Muir 1ed Cruise of the USS Corwin to ALASKA Indian ESKIMOS Illustrated John Muir, also known as "John of the Mountains" and "Father of the National Parks", was an influential Scottish-American naturalist, environmental philosopher, and an early advocate for the preservation of wilderness in the United States. In 1881, Muir returned to Alaska joining an expedition on the USS Corwin which landed at Wrangel Island. The entirety of his experiences there along with journal entries are recorded in his book 'The Cruise of the Corwin'. This book is notable for containing descriptions of the indigenous Eskimo tribes in Alaska and St. Lawrence Island. Item number: #27194 Price: $499 MUIR, John; BADE, William Frederic (Editor) The Cruise of the Corwin Boston; New York: Houghton Mifflin Company, 1917. First large paper edition Details: Collation: Complete o [2], xxxi, [1], 278, [2] o 28 photogravure engravings References: Kimes 348; BAL 14775 Language: English Binding: Hardcover; tight and secure o Pictorial cloth Size: ~8.5in X 5.75in (21.5cm x 14.5cm) Our Guarantee: Very Fast. Very Safe. Free Shipping Worldwide. Customer satisfaction is our priority! Notify us with 7 days of receiving, and we will offer a full refund without reservation! Photos available upon request.…

Hardcover. Condizione: Near Fine. 1st Edition. 1917 1ed John Muir Cruise of the USS Corwin to ALASKA Indian ESKIMOS Illustrated John Muir, also known as "John of the Mountains" and "Father of the National Parks", was an influential Scottish-American naturalist, environmental philosopher, and an early advocate for the preservation of wilderness in the United States. In 1881, Muir returned to Alaska joining an expedition on the USS Corwin which landed at Wrangel Island. The entirety of his experiences there along with journal entries are recorded in his book 'The Cruise of the Corwin'. This book is notable for containing descriptions of the indigenous Eskimo tribes in Alaska and St. Lawrence Island. Item number: #21638 Price: $499 MUIR, John; BADE, William Frederic (Editor) The Cruise of the Corwin Boston; New York: Houghton Mifflin Company, 1917. First large paper edition Details: Collation: Complete o [2], xxxi, [1], 278, [2] o 28 photogravure engravings References: Kimes 348; BAL 14775 Language: English Binding: Hardcover; tight and secure Size: ~9.25in X 6.5in (23.5cm x 16.5cm) Our Guarantee: Very Fast. Very Safe. Free Shipping Worldwide. Customer satisfaction is our priority! Notify us with 7 days of receiving, and we will offer a full refund without reservation! 21638 Photos available upon request.…

Hardcover. First Edition; First Printing. Very Good in boards. Front hinge cracked. Top text block edge gilded.

Hardcover. Condizione: very good + to near fine. Second printing. Octavo. 10 volumes. Each volume with its own index. Uniformly bound in original green cloth with gilt lettered spines and a gilt floral device on front covers. Top edges gilt. Each volume illustrated with a photographic frontispiece with a printed tissue guard. A few volumes have very minor spotting to covers and a hint of rubbing at extremities of spines and tips, but overall a bright, collectible set in very good + or better condition. John Muir (1838-1914) also known as "John of the Mountains" and "Father of the National Parks", was an influential Scottish-American naturalist, author, environmental philosopher, botanist, zoologist, glaciologist, and early advocate for the preservation of wilderness in the United States of America. A friend and confidante of President Theodore Roosevelt, Muir is credited with the creation of the National Park System and was the founder of the Sierra Club. The slightly earlier, limited, "Manuscript Edition" was published in 1916. Contents: 1 : The story of my boyhood and youth -- -- 1917. 2 : My first summer in the Sierra (with folding map of Yosemite National Park) -- -- 1917. 3 : Travels in Alaska -- -- 1917. 4-5 : The mountains of California -- -- 1917. 6 : Our national parks -- -- 1917. 7 : The cruise of the Corwin -- -- 1918. 8 : Steep trails : California, Utah, Nevada, Washington, Oregon, the Grand Canyon -- -- 1918. 9-10 : The life and letters of John Muir / by William Frederic Bade -- -- 1923.…

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 1916. 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: - 300, 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. 300 300.…