Tirey l ford (52 risultati)

Hardcover. Condizione: Good. Ex-library with the usual labeling. Some shelf/age wear. Pages/boards clean.

Paperback or Softback. Condizione: New. Dawn and the Dons: The Romance of Monterey. Book.

Paperback or Softback. Condizione: New. Dawn and the Dons. Book.

Condizione: New.

Condizione: good. from the foreword, "A few years ago I lived for a time a Hotel Del Monte, during which period I became intimately familiar with the Monterey Peninsula." hardcover, 9.25" x 6.25", 235 pages, illustrated, indexed, cloth tear top spine 1", corners bumped, bookplate partially removed.

Condizione: New.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good+. Condizione sovraccoperta: No Dust Jacket As Issued. First Edition. There is no spine title -- there may have been a paper label but I don't see any sign of anything having been on the spine. ; Small 4to 9" - 11" tall; 236 pages.

Condizione: New.

Condizione: New.

Octavo, hardcover (black cloth & illustrated boards (hardcover), paper spine label, map illus. endpapers, xiii + 236 pp. Very Good, with light edgewear and rubbing to covers. Contents: How It All Started; A Noble Harbor; Spain Awakens; Beginning the Long and Weary March; An Elusive Harbor; Discovery of a Lost Harbor; Junipero Serra; The Anza Trail; An Eventful Decade; Racial Aristocracy; Pastoral Pursuits; Happy Days; Spanish Monterey; An International Romance; Loyal California; Cavalier to Gringo; The Cry of Gold; The Bandit Murietta; A Contented Arcadia; Some Curious Contrasts; The Old Pacific Capital; Index. California, Americana, U.S.-iana, United States History, American History, U. S. History aslic.…

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. No J. First Edition. First edition. Very good copy in illustrated paper over boards and black cloth covers with paper label on spine. Slight soiling and edge wear. No dust jacket. Jo Mora (illustratore).

Condizione: New. Mora, Jo (illustratore).

Condizione: New. Mora, Jo (illustratore).

Condizione: As New. Unread book in perfect condition. Mora, Jo (illustratore).

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. No Jacket. Shipped from the Calico Cat Bookshop, a brick and mortar bookshop established in 1975. Jo Mora (illustratore).

Condizione: New.

Condizione: New.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. A nice hardcover copy with a pictorial front board with a tight binding and an unmarked text. 1926front cover has a small water stain.From a private smoke free collection. Issued without a dust jacket.Shipping within 24 hours, tracking number and delivery confirmation.…

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good-. 1st Edition; 1st Printing. B&W Illustrations; This book is in Very Good- condition and is lacking a dust jacket. The book covers have bumping, rubbing and spots of fraying to the spine ends, corners and edges. The covers have some light ground-in dirt and rubbing. The paper label on the spine has been torn and is missing most of the lettering. The text pages are generally clean and bright. There is a previous owner's bookplate on the front pastedown page. The front inner hinge has cracked and been repaired by a former owner. "After his retirement, Ford took up historical studies and literary pursuits. In 1926 he published a novel, Dawn and the Dons: The Romance of Monterey, with vignettes and sketches by artist Jo Mora. Tirey was an avid golfer and won the Club Shield of the Presidio Golf Club in a tournament on January 3, 1916. His hobby for reducing everything to a system led him to keep a record of his first one thousand rounds on the links. On February 19, 1925, Ford was among the 68 charter members of the Monterey Peninsula Country Club. " (from Wikipedia). Illustrated by Jo Mora (illustratore). …

HARDCOVER. Condizione: Near Fine. Hardcover edition. 236pp. Octavo hardbound, tight binding. Cover wear, sharp corners. Interior text clean throughout.

Hard Cover. Condizione: Very Good ++. No Dust Jacket. First Edition. Bound in black and green illustrated cloth. Paper label on spine has held up well. The scarce first edition of this 236 pp. book on California. Map Endpapers. Jo Mora (illustratore).

Condizione: New. Mora, Jo (illustratore).

Condizione: As New. Unread book in perfect condition. Mora, Jo (illustratore).

Hardcover. Condizione: Good.

Hardcover. Condizione: Good. 1st Edition. San Francisco, California: A. M. Robertson, 1926. First Edition. Hardcover. 6 x 9". 236 pp. Good. No dust jacket. Tears and soiling to the tips and edges of the boards. Light damp-stains to the head of the gutters of the first several leaves. Otherwise the interior appears unmarked. The front hinge is cracked, but the binding is still intact.…

Hardcover. Quarto, original brown pictorial cloth with cover ornament and title in gilt, brown and dark brown, [150] pp., profusely illustrated from phototgraphs and drawings. A celebration in word and image of the rebirth of San Francisco following the devastating earthquake and fire of 1906. Much focus on the new commercial buildings. Emmett Rixford of La Questa winery and vineyards authors a page on wine. Toning to covers, faint dampstain to top 1" of pages at the gutter, free endpapers darkened, pencil and ink annotations on 1 page, pencil notes to rear fixed endpaper, pages numbered in pencil, overall near very good.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - 'Dawn and the Dons: The Romance of Monterey' is a captivating historical account that explores the rich and storied past of Monterey, California. This work delves into the evocative era of the Spanish and Mexican 'Dons,' capturing the cultural spirit and transformation of the region from its earliest days through its period as a bustling center of trade and government.The narrative highlights the romantic and adventurous character of Old Monterey, detailing the lives of its inhabitants, the architectural charm of its adobes, and the dramatic shifts in political power. Through vivid storytelling, the work preserves the legends and historical milestones that define the Monterey Peninsula's unique heritage. The book explores the legacy of Father JunÃ-pero Serra, the influence of Spanish missions, and the eventual transition to American governance.'Dawn and the Dons: The Romance of Monterey' serves as both a historical record and a tribute to the enduring beauty and significance of one of California's most historic landmarks. It is an essential read for those interested in California history, the development of the American West, and the lingering influence of Spanish colonial culture in North America.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.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - 'Dawn Abd the Dons' is a sweeping and romantic historical account of Monterey, California, during its most transformative eras. Author Tirey L. Ford provides a detailed exploration of the region's evolution, from its discovery by Spanish explorers and the founding of the missions to the colorful period of the Spanish and Mexican Dons. The work serves as a window into the cultural and social fabric of early California, capturing the essence of a time defined by pastoral leisure, aristocratic traditions, and the strategic importance of the Pacific coastline.Through a series of narrative sketches, the book illustrates the architecture, customs, and notable figures who inhabited the Monterey Peninsula before the onset of the American era. Ford emphasizes the unique blend of Spanish and Mexican influences that shaped the region's character, highlighting the dignity and hospitality of the influential families of the time. This work is an invaluable resource for readers interested in the local history of the American West, the legacy of Hispanic culture in the United States, and the enduring charm of Old Monterey. It stands as a testament to the historical depth and picturesque heritage of the California coast.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 - 'Dawn and the Dons: The Romance of Monterey' is a captivating historical account that explores the rich and storied past of Monterey, California. This work delves into the evocative era of the Spanish and Mexican 'Dons,' capturing the cultural spirit and transformation of the region from its earliest days through its period as a bustling center of trade and government.The narrative highlights the romantic and adventurous character of Old Monterey, detailing the lives of its inhabitants, the architectural charm of its adobes, and the dramatic shifts in political power. Through vivid storytelling, the work preserves the legends and historical milestones that define the Monterey Peninsula's unique heritage. The book explores the legacy of Father JunÃ-pero Serra, the influence of Spanish missions, and the eventual transition to American governance.'Dawn and the Dons: The Romance of Monterey' serves as both a historical record and a tribute to the enduring beauty and significance of one of California's most historic landmarks. It is an essential read for those interested in California history, the development of the American West, and the lingering influence of Spanish colonial culture in North America.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 - 'Dawn Abd the Dons' is a sweeping and romantic historical account of Monterey, California, during its most transformative eras. Author Tirey L. Ford provides a detailed exploration of the region's evolution, from its discovery by Spanish explorers and the founding of the missions to the colorful period of the Spanish and Mexican Dons. The work serves as a window into the cultural and social fabric of early California, capturing the essence of a time defined by pastoral leisure, aristocratic traditions, and the strategic importance of the Pacific coastline.Through a series of narrative sketches, the book illustrates the architecture, customs, and notable figures who inhabited the Monterey Peninsula before the onset of the American era. Ford emphasizes the unique blend of Spanish and Mexican influences that shaped the region's character, highlighting the dignity and hospitality of the influential families of the time. This work is an invaluable resource for readers interested in the local history of the American West, the legacy of Hispanic culture in the United States, and the enduring charm of Old Monterey. It stands as a testament to the historical depth and picturesque heritage of the California coast.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.…