skertchly j a (36 risultati)

hardback. Condizione: Poor. No Jacket. hardback, octavo, green cloth lettered green on gilt to spine, black to the upper board. Spine worn, marginal water stain to the foot of the plates, light cockling. The text block is tightly sewn, the text free of marking, xi [1] + 358pp.

Soft cover. Condizione: Very Good. 96 pages. 2 Carole Satyamurti Poems 5 Martin Bax Eleven Pipers Piping Mike Foreman Picture 18 Lorna Liffen Poems 19 Edward McCarten Charcoal and Etchings 24 N.S. Willey The Storm 27 Howard Tinker The Lakes Robert McAulay Picture 33 Robert Sward A Poem Cycle Patrick Hughes Picture 38 Casterton, Lomas, Over Reviews 43 Leah Fritz Poems 45 Rebecca J. Skertchly From a Sketchbook 50 Robert Cole Poems 55 Judith Kazantzis Zones of Love and Terror Ken Cox Picture 65 Brian Wake Poems 68 Tony Lucas Out of a Cold Bed Charles Shearer Picture 70 Burns, Gahagan, Scannell Reviews 76 Helen Ivory Poems 78 Elizabeth Cowing Monuments, Ephesus 79 Ron Sandford North Italian Drawing Book 85 Paddy Zimmermann The Absence of Walnuts and Pears 86 Lee Harwood Poems 89 Bernadette Higgins Sermon to Oath Margot Cox Picture 90 Julia Casterton Poems Mike Foreman Picture 92 Nairn Kennedy Across the Styx 94 Jehane Markham Poems 96 Ron Sandford Portrait of Jehane Markham.

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

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

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

Paperback. Condizione: New.

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

Hardcover. Condizione: Fair. No Jacket. 1st Edition. xi + 358 pages, nothing to indicate not the first edition. Not dated but assumed fairly early1900s. A work of fiction based in the Gold Coast (now Ghana) by this prolific traveller and writer. Stain by top left of front cover, and a similar though smaller stain two-thirds down the spine; a little bumping at spine and at covers' corners; binding unsound at each of the end papers; some corner wear through book; ownership or gift details, dated "Xmas 1919", on reverse of frontispiece which itself is slightly loose; internally, however, generally clean and tidy, and of sound binding, save for a small number of creases and marks; some marks on bottom edge of text block.

London: Fredrick Warne. No date. Probably late 19th century. Frontis illustration loose o/w good copy in decorative green cloth binding rubbed a bit at margins. MH. Africa.

Hardcover. Condizione: Good. Illustrated with Four Plates as Listed (illustratore). 1st Edition. All books outside UK sent airmail. PayPal accepted. All books tracked. A tale of the Gold Coast in the days of King Koffee Kalcalli. Inscription on front decorated endpaper dated 1897 and a further neat handing on inscription (from same family) on patterned pastedown. Original pictorial cloth, faded slightly at spine. Complete with ten pages of adverts at end. Slight marking and fading to covers.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This extraordinary nineteenth-century account chronicles a Western zoologist's remarkable journey into the heart of the notorious Kingdom of Dahomey, a West African state infamous for its brutal customs and fearsome warrior women. The author provides a uniquely detailed and intimate look at this fascinating and terrifying society, offering insights into its culture, religion, and the daily lives of its people. From the fetish temples and human sacrifices of the Annual Customs to the intricate political machinations of the royal court, the author's vivid descriptions and candid observations paint a vivid portrait of a bygone era. This book not only sheds light on the complex history of Dahomey but also serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring power of tradition and the often-brutal consequences of cultural misunderstandings. 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.

Gebunden. Condizione: New. Klappentextrnrn1874. With a Full Account of the Notorious Annual Customs and the Social and Religious Institutions of the Ffons also an Appendix on Ashantee and a glossary of Dahoman words and titles. The account of the eight months Skertchly, .

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - 1874. With a Full Account of the Notorious Annual Customs and the Social and Religious Institutions of the Ffons; also an Appendix on Ashantee and a glossary of Dahoman words and titles. The account of the eight months Skertchly, a British entomologist, spent in Dahomey. Contents: Arrival in Dahomey; An Excursion Near Whydah; The Whydah Lions; Journey to the Capital; Reception at Kana; Journey to Abomey; The Amazonian Salute; The So-Sin Custom; The Bush-King's So-Sin Custom; Presentation at Court; Journey to the Kong Mountains; The Attoh Custom; The Welcome from the King; The Bush-King's Attoh Custom; The Sin Kwain Custom; The Anlin Custom, and the Payment of the Tribute; The Azan-Gbeh, or Gun Custom; The Final Levee; The Dahoman Constitution; The Amazons; The Dahoman Religion; and Manners and Customs of the Dahomans.

Red Leather. Condizione: Good. First Edition. xx, 524 pages, colour frontispiece, 3 colour plates (including The Gun Custom which is not list on the list of illustrations). also 17 b/w plates and text illustrations, and a folding map. Ex-General Assembly Library New Zealand with gilt library stamp on front cover and spine. Hand writing on List of Illustrations page. A book on Dahomey (Benin today), its people and customs with plates made after sketches by the author. Skertchley was an English entomologist who participated in anl expedition to West Africa in 1871. During a visit to Abomey he was captured by the king for eight months.

11+358+catalogue, illustrations : sub-titled "Melinda The Caboceer" this is a rip-roaring boys' adventure of the Gold Coast in the days of King Koffee Kalcalli, the author knew West Africa well and wrote a famous factual book on Dahomey; hardback, illustrated front board and spine (sl faded), edges a bit dusty, eps browned, a few signs of use, but a g++ copy of a SCARCE book.

London: Frederick Warne and Co., nd. [1896] xi,358pp. + 10pp. publisher's advertisements, 4 plates. Originally written during the time of the 1974 Ashanti war, this was re-released for the 1896 Ashanti war. Some scattered foxing, a very nice copy of the reprinted edition in the publisher's decorated light grey cloth. We have been selling antiquarian books on Africa, Oceania, archaeology, anthropology, travel and the ancient world for over forty years. All our books are carefully catalogued and they are in excellent condition unless stated in the description. All shipments are fully insured at our expense. All books are carefully packaged in new packaging material and despatched by registered or recorded mail, or by a courier service; the customer is always able to track their shipment. All sales are accompanied by a VAT invoice. Photographs may be supplied if requested.[O].

Cloth. Condizione: Very Good. Not Stated (illustratore). A smart copy of this illustrated children's adventure novel by Sydney Skertchly. Illustrated with four plates. Collated, complete.A thrilling late nineteenth century adventure novel set in the West African British Crown Colony of Ashanti, set in the time of Kofi Karikari, the tenth King of the Ashanti Empire.The work of geologist and botanist Sydney Barber Josiah Skertchly. With a ten page publisher's catalogue to the rear. In the publisher's original cloth binding. Bumping to back strip head and tail, with light discolouration to spine. Fading to tail of front board, with four marks at fore edge. Hinges lightly strained but firmly held. Inscription to recto of frontispiece. Internally, generally firmly bound. Pages clean and bright. Very Good. book.

Half Bound in Leather. First Edition. First edition, ex-library. Measuring approximately 8.75" x 5.75", with 524 numbered pages. This book is in good condition. Moderate surface wear to the spine and the edges of the boards. The spine is sunfaded. Library markings on the spine and both pastedowns. Title page is loose. Fold out map is present. Interior pages are moderately foxed. Please view the many other rare titles available for purchase at our store. We are always interested in purchasing individual or collections of fine books. Inventory #(O8-108).

Condizione: New. PRINT ON DEMAND Book; New; Fast Shipping from the UK. No. book.

HRD. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

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Paperback / softback. Condizione: New. This item is printed on demand. New copy - Usually dispatched within 5-9 working days.

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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 1893. 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: : - 198, 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. 198 198.

LeatherBound. Condizione: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1874 edition. 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. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Pages: 574 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. 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. Pages: 574 Skertchly, J. A. (J. Alfred).

Condizione: New. Print on Demand.

Hardback. Condizione: New. This item is printed on demand. New copy - Usually dispatched within 5-9 working days.