July 13 1918 (2 risultati)

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the issues surrounding the gold question. It begins by stating that the price of gold has been fixed by the British government, despite annual production being small compared to the total gold stock. The author believes that to increase the price of gold would be impractical, but instead suggests other solutions, including the establishment of a mint in Johannesburg and government assistance in offsetting the increased cost of production for mines. Additionally, the work covers topics such as the status of the diamond, coal, iron, copper, and tin industries in South Africa, as well as the potential for future mineral discoveries. The author views the book's central subject within the broader context of South Africa's mineral wealth and its economic development. The book offers valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities facing the mining industry in South Africa, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the country's economic history and future prospects. 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.…

Condizione: Very Good. First special edition hard back binding in publisher's original full green leather covers, gilt title, author lettering and four Viking ships to the spine. 8vo. 10'' x 7''. Contains 248 + 1 printed pages of text. This special, private edition is a set in Excelsior type, 10 point with 2 point leading, and printed on 2-sided coated wood free art-paper. Translated into English by Katherine John. Colour and monochrome illustrations throughout. The photographs are mainly from the collections of the Archaeological Museum, Oslo University. The engravings from A/S Cloke, Oslo. Presentation inscription to Sir Amos Lowrey Ayre from Th. Ring Amundsen (Director of Moss Verft - nicknamed Værven - shipyard in Jeløya, Moss, Norway) to the front free end paper. 'Best wishes to Sir Amos Lowrey Ayre from Th. Ring Amundsen, December 1951.' Small chip to the top of the spine, couple of small marks to the rear board and in Very Good clean and sound condition. From the private library of A. E. Bird - Mystole House, Chartham, Kent, with his smart illustrated bookplate inside. Member of the P.B.F.A. NORWAY & NORWEGIAN.…