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

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

Hardcover. Condizione: Near Fine. Condizione sovraccoperta: Near Fine. 1st Edition. 282 Pp. Near Fine Book With Light Wear And Bumping To Ends Of Spine, No Fraying, No Names Or Marks Or Stains. Dj Also Lightly Used, Light Browning To Spine With Wear And Bumping At Ends, No Chipping Or Tears, Not Price-Clipped.

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

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Softcover. Condizione: Near Fine. Single issue. Stapled wrappers. [16]pp. Wrappers lightly age-toned, near fine. Contributions by William Shakespeare, Paul N. Siegel, Walter L. Meyers, George Herbert, Sheldon P. Zitner, Edwin B. Benjamin, John Donne, Walter Gierasch, Thomas Gray, Rene Rapin, L.C., Samuel Taylor Coleridge, Louise Schutz Boas, Francis Thompson, Arthur Dickson, George G. Williams, and Dan G. Hoffman.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. 1st Edition. Here is a volume of essays by Fellows of the Royal Society of Literature, that was edited by John Drinkwater, Poet Laureate of England. The essays are on obscure and not-so-obscure literary subjects, but one of them ventures into science, and another into historians. Drinkwater, himself a Fellow member, also contributed an essay and the book's Introduction. The book was published in 1932 by Cambridge University Press. This is the First Edition. The book has a very interesting provenance and gift inscription (See Below). The Book is now OP. TABLE OF CONTENTS : - Sir Henry Taylor - by Lascelles Abercrombie - Arthur Hugh Clough - by Humbert Wolfe - The Early Novels of Wilkie Collins - by Walter De La Mare - Exit Planché . Enter Gilbert - by Harley Granville-Barker - Punch in the 'Sixties ("Punch Magazine") - by C. L. Graves - Historians in the 'Sixties - by F. S. Boas - Eneas Sweetland Dallas - by John Drinkwater - George Whyte-Melville - by Sir John Fortescue - Science in the 'Sixties - by Sir Oliver Lodge TITLE : The Eighteen-Sixties - Essays by Fellows of the Royal Society of Literature EDITOR : John Drinkwater (1882 - 1937) INTRODUCTION : John Drinkwater AUTHORS - CONTRIBUTORS : John Drinkwater; Lascelles Ambercrombie; Humbert Wolfe; Walter De La Mare; Harley Granville-Barker; C.L. Graves; F. S. Boas; Sir John Fortescue; Sir Oliver Lodge IMPRINT : Cambridge University Press PLACE : Cambridge, England DATE : 1932 EDITION : First Edition PROVENANCE : From the personal library of a famous Doctor, deceased SPECIAL ATTRIBUTES : Has interesting gift inscription. PHYSICAL DETAILS : Trade Hardcover; Contains an Introduction, nine essays, and an Index; has three line illustrations (reproduced from "Punch Magazine") ; x + 282 pages; 5 1/2" x 8 3/4"; smooth brown cloth-covered boards and spine; gilt lettering and decorative embellishment on spine; Royal Society device stamped in gilt on front cover; bottom text-block edges rough cut. At the top fore-edge corner of the front pastedown is the following gift inscription (or, rather, and inscription by the book's owner that the book was a gift) : "W. R Bett - 16.ix.34 - from W. R. Dawson. " W. R. Bett was Dr. Walter Reginald Bett (1903 - 1968). Physician, medical historian, author, orator, scholar, librarian and man of letters; he was the co-founder of the Osler Club of London. W. R. Dawson (1888- 1968); Warren Royal Dawson was an English librarian, Egyptologist and antiquarian. He was encouraged by Wallis Budge to pursue Egyptology , and became an expert on hieroglyphs and mummification. He wrote several esteemed books on Egyptology, among which were "Mummy as a Drug", and "Magician and Leech: a Study in the beginnings of medicine with special reference to ancient Egypt". It's a very interesting inscription, revealing a friendship between scholars who shared interests in history, medicine, literature ,and who had had an extended correspondence by mail. CONDITION -- VERY GOOD -- This is a previously owned book that remains clean and presentable, with the following particulars noted : EXTERIOR -- The spine displays some abrasion and loss of surface color - at the head the loss is more clearly discernible ' spine extremities are compressed and display abrasion, with fraying just starting; gilt lettering still fairly bright; front board is clean with but mild rub; rear board is clean , but has slightly more rub; rear board edges display a few small dents; text-block edges are toned, else clean. BINDING -- Paper over end-paper hinges are not split; hinges are cracked between pp 112 and 113, else binding is still solid with no loose or detached leaves. INTERIOR : Interesting Gift Inscription on front paste-down (see below). End-papers toned, and displaying slight smudging; small book number label affixed to bottom fore-edge corner of front paste-down; text paper is toned and displays foxing ; else the interior is clean and free of marking.

Paperback. Condizione: Brand New. 81 pages. German language. 8.98x6.06x0.24 inches. In Stock.

4to. pp 336. Colour illustrated dust jacket. Original publisher's green cloth with gilt lettering at spine. ISBN: 041631130x Ex Library copy with the usual markings, else clean and bright. Very good in sunned at spine and front, very good dust wrapper.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the complex world of land and mineral rights taxation as introduced by the Finance (1909-10) Act, 1910. It provides a clear and concise guide to the four new duties levied on land ownership: increment value duty, reversion duty, undeveloped land duty, and mineral rights duty. The author carefully explains each duty's purpose and application, drawing on official government reports and providing practical examples. The book examines the intricate definitions of land values, such as gross value, full site value, total value, and assessable site value, providing the reader with a solid foundation for understanding the Act's complexities. The author sheds light on the Act's implications for various forms of land ownership, including freehold and leasehold interests, and explores the unique considerations for land held in fee farm, which was a common form of land ownership in Ireland at the time. The book offers invaluable insights into the complexities of land taxation and its impact on land ownership, providing a comprehensive guide for those seeking to understand this groundbreaking legislation and its potential implications for the future of land ownership. 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.

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Alice Barber Stephens illustrated Mark Twain's story (illustratore). Mark Twain's story, "Is He Living or Is He Dead?" first appeared in this September 1893 issue of Cosmopolitan Magazine. It was Volume XV, No. 5, being an issue that was mostly devoted to the World's Fair, also known as the Columbian Exposition. Other famous names that appear in this issue are author Walter Besant, former U. S. President Benjamin Harrison, Julian Hawthorne (son of Nathaniel Hawthorne), anthropologist Franz, and author W. D. Howells. TABLE OF CONTENTS *A World's Fair - Introductory: The World's College of Democracy -- by John Brisben Walker A First Impression -- by Walter Besant The Foreign Buildings -- Price Collins Notes on Industrial Arts in the Manufactures Building -- by George F. Kunz An Outsider's View of the Women's Exhibit -- by Ellen M. Henrotin Foreign Folk at the Fair -- by Julien Hawthorne Electricity at the Fair -- by Murat Halstead Transportation, Old and New -- by J. B. Walker Mines and metallurgy -- by F. J. V. Skiff Chicago's Entertainment of Distinguished Visitors -- by H. C. Chatfield-Taylor The Government Exhibit -- by F. T. Bickford Ethnology at the Exposition -- by Franz Boas Points of Interest -- by Ex-President Benjamin Harrison * In the World of Art and Letters (Francisque Sarcey, H. H. Boyesen, Andrew Lang, Thomas A. Janvier * The Progress of Science (Astronomy, Electric Welding, Chemistry, Diamonds, An Electric Comparison) * José - A Tale of Old Socorro -- by William R. Lighton * Poems -- by J. V. Cheney, Alice A. Sewall, Edward L. White * IS HE LIVING OR IS HE DEAD ? A STORY BY MARK TWAIN - FIRST APPEARANCE (Illustrated by Alice Barber Stephens) * A Traveller from Altruria -- by W. D. Howells TITLE : The Cosmopolitan ISSUE NUMBER : Volume XV, No. 5 DATE : September 1893 EDITOR : John Brisben Walker CONTRIBUTORS : Mark Twain, W. D. Howells, Walter Besant, Julien Hawthorne, Benjamin Harrison, Franz Boas, et al SPECIAL ATTRIBUTES : The First Appearance of "Is He Living or Is he Dead? by Mark Twain (Samuel Clemens) DETAILS : Contains many halftone photographs and line drawings; 6 3/4" x 10", decorated wraps stapled and glued; fore-edge and bottom edge are rough cut; volume pages [513] - 640 (128 pages). CONDITION -- VERY GOOD This is a previously owned magazine that remains solid, complete and presentable , with the following particulars noted : EXTERIOR - Considerable weathering, toning, spotting, and foxing to spine and covers (most obvious along the spine and edges); cover edges have crimping and small tears. Top text-block edge is darkened, and has a touch of spotting INTERIOR - Scattered small 'tea' stains and spotting - a few edge tears - and I spotted at least one leaf corner that was folded (creased) - else the interior is clean and presentable. (The Twain story has a couple of spots - but nothing egregious) BINDING - Solid - no detached or loose leaves.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - 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 will 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.

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First edition of this translation of Kristallplastizität in English Language. Hard back binding in publisher's original moss green cloth covered boards, blocked and lettered silver back. 8vo. 9'' x 6''. Contains (xvi), 353 pp printed on coated art paper with monochrome illustrations, photographs, text figures and graphs throughout. Tiny name to the top of the front free end paper and in Very Good clean and bright condition, no dust wrapper Member of the P.B.F.A. CHEMISTRY.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. 7 volume mixed set (5 Hardcover, 2 Softcover), printed 1964-70. Good bindings and covers. Light edge wear. Clean, unmarked pages. Contents: Vol. 3, 1964; Vol. 4, 1965; Vol. 5, 1966; Vol. 6, 1967; Vol. 7, 1968; Vol. 8, 1969; Vol. 9, 1970. This is an oversized or heavy book, which requires additional postage for international delivery outside the US. Interesting articles in this collection include: Darwin and Darwin Studies, 1959-63 by Bert James Loewenberg; Science and the Renaissance by W.P.D. Wightman; History in Depth: The Early Victorian Period by Walter F. Cannon; Problems and Sources in the History of Geology, 1749-1810 by Rhoda Rappaport; Sources for the History of the Royal Society in the Seventeenth Century by Marie Boas Hall; The Increasing Corruption of Newton's Diagrams by J.A. Lohne; Sources of Confusion in Descartes's Illustrations, with Reference to the History of Contact Lenses by John R. Levene; Quantum Historiography and the Archive for History of Quantum Physics by J.L. Heilbron; The Academic Study of the History of Technology by D.S.L. Cardwell; Aztec Science and Technology by Francisco Guerra; Medicine in Ancient Mesopotamia by Robert Biggs; The Physical Sciences and the Romantic Movement by D.M. Knight; and Science and Technology in the Industrial Revolution by Arnold Thackray. From the library Dr. Owen Hannaway. Hannaway was director of the Center for the History and Philosophy of Science at Johns Hopkins University. He authored numerous books and served as an editor of academic magazines in the history of science. Partial list of publications: Chemists and the Word: The Didactic Origins of Chemistry (1975); Observation, Experiment, and Hypothesis in Modern Physical Science (1985); The Evolution of Technology (1989); Science and the Practice of Medicine in the Nineteenth Century (1994); and The Foundations of Modern Science in the Middle Ages: Their Religious, Institutional and Intellectual Contexts (1996).

Condizione: New. Print on Demand pp. 252.

LeatherBound. Condizione: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1910 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. 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. Pages: 264 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: 264 Language: English.

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 1910. 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: - 256, 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. 256 256.

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Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. A guide to the duties imposed upon land and mineral rights by Part I. of the Finance (1909-10) act, 1910, including the text of the act, notes on each section, and all forms and rules issued | Walter P. Boas | Taschenbuch | Englisch | 2017 | Trieste Publishing | EAN 9780649393107 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, 36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr[at]libri[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu Print on Demand.

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 1910. 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: - 260, 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. 260 260.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Dieser Buchtitel ist Teil des Digitalisierungsprojekts Springer Book Archives mit Publikationen, die seit den Anfängen des Verlags von 1842 erschienen sind. Der Verlag stellt mit diesem Archiv Quellen für die historische wie auch die disziplingeschichtliche Forschung zur Verfügung, die jeweils im historischen Kontext betrachtet werden müssen. Dieser Titel erschien in der Zeit vor 1945 und wird daher in seiner zeittypischen politisch-ideologischen Ausrichtung vom Verlag nicht beworben. 384 pp. Deutsch.

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