London christopher helm 1989 (15 risultati)

ALL UK PARCELS SENT TRACKED! ALL OVERSEAS PARCELS SENT AIRMAIL, TRACKED! (S/hand, Hardcover, 1989). 1989 1st edition. 8vo (160 x 240mm). Ppvi,122. Colour plates by the author, b/w illustrations. Light brown boards, spine titled in gilt. Minor faults. Good-plus in used, slightly spine-faded dust-wrapper. "This book is the definitive guide to all the salmon, trout and charr. Each major species is introduced with a full-colour illustration [by the author] and details for identification. The author describes the distribution and life cycle of each species, before going on to explain its world-wide status and .current conservation measures; he also makes suggestions for additional steps [for its] conservation. Rare and threatened species from various parts of the world are included." The book covers Atlantic and Pacific salmon, brown trout and sea trout, rainbow trout, steelhead and other American trout and char species as well as taimen and huchen. Observations on the sporting value of each species as well as suitable angling techniques. Many great paintings of fish by the author. .…

Hardback. Condizione: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

large format octavo,bibliography, extensive bibliography, well ill with color photos and b&w maps and line drawings. A thorough work also including Asiatic and American Saxifrages in cultivation. very good copy in d.j.

ALL UK PARCELS SENT TRACKED! ALL OVERSEAS PARCELS SENT AIRMAIL, TRACKED! (S/hand, Hardcover, 1989). 1989 1st edition. 8vo (160 x 240mm). Ppvi,122. Colour plates by the author, b/w illustrations. Light brown boards, spine titled in gilt. Very good in slightly used dust-wrapper. "This book is the definitive guide to all the salmon, trout and char. Each major species is introduced with a full-colour illustration [by the author] and details for identification. The author describes the distribution and life cycle of each species, before going on to explain its world-wide status and .current conservation measures; he also makes suggestions for additional steps [for its] conservation. Rare and threatened species from various parts of the world are included." The book covers Atlantic and Pacific salmon, brown trout and sea trout, rainbow trout, steelhead and other American trout and char species as well as taimen and huchen. Observations on the sporting value of each species as well as suitable angling techniques. Many great paintings of fish by the author. .…

Condizione: Please see description. Original cloth with (slightly sunned) dustjacket, still a (very) good copy. Drawings Color Plates (illustratore).

Condizione: new. ALL UK PARCELS SENT TRACKED! ALL OVERSEAS PARCELS SENT AIRMAIL, TRACKED! (S/hand, Hardcover, 1989). 1989 1st edition. 8vo (160 x 240mm). Ppvi,122. Colour plates by the author, b/w illustrations. Light brown boards, spine titled in gilt. Fine new copy in dust-wrapper. "This book is the definitive guide to all the salmon, trout and charr. Each major species is introduced with a full-colour illustration [by the author] and details for identification. The author describes the distribution and life cycle of each species, before going on to explain its world-wide status and .current conservation measures; he also makes suggestions for additional steps [for its] conservation. Rare and threatened species from various parts of the world are included." The book covers Atlantic and Pacific salmon, brown trout and sea trout, rainbow trout, steelhead and other American trout and char species as well as taimen and huchen. Observations on the sporting value of each species as well as suitable angling techniques. Many great paintings of fish by the author. .…

large format octavo. 162 pp., bibliography, glossary. ill. with excellent color photos and monochrome botanical line drawings. A thorough work for American and European gardeners. very good copy in d.j.

307 p. Hardcover with dustjacket (Spine of the dustjacket slightly discoloured, otherwise a fine copy.).

Octavo, paperback,192 pp.

first edition).Octavo,258 pp.,colour plates, signature, fine copy in dustwrapper.

8vo [24 x 16 cm]; iv, 188 pp, color plates, text illus, index. original cloth, gilt spine title lettering, fine and clean in dj (slight crease, not price clipped, near fine). Descriptions of greenhouses and equipment, cultivation, propagation, pests and an extensive listing of greenhouse plants with a description of each. An appendix contains several useful recipes for compost for potting various types of plants including orchids. A picture of this book is available on request.…

1st edition hardback with dust jacket New book large octavo x + 198pp., col. pls., maps, appends., bibliog., index, Crocodiles are the nearest surviving relatives of the dinosaurs. They have flourished to the present day in a form which has changed surprisingly little over 200 million years, and in the modern world the only enemy which threatens them is man. The author explains the history and anatomy of crocodiles and introduces the various species of the crocodilian dynasty, from the salt-water crocodile which might reach 20ft long to the rare dwarf types.…

London, UK: Christopher Helm. Very good condition/No Dustjacket. (1989). 8vo., 232 pp. . Very good condition/No Dustjacket. Color, Black & White Illus. (illustratore).

Illustrated by Richard Allen. Paperback. 302pp. Very Good.

Hardback. Condizione: Near Fine. Condizione sovraccoperta: Fine. First edition. A lovely set of three titles surveying the wines and attractions of Spain, particularly the prestigious wine region of Rioja. This set offers two works on Spanish wine (one focusing on Rioja) as well as one tour guide of the wine region itself. With the third edition of 'La Rioja Turistica', which is in the original Spanish text. Each complete with the publisher"s original unclipped dust wrappers.With photographs illustrating the texts throughout, notably with many in colour to 'Rioja Turistica'.'Wines of the Rioja' by Jan Read (1984) - A fascinating dissection of wines of the Rioja, including lists of the best vintages, the author's tasting notes and chapters on Riojan cooking, vintage charts and advice on the keeping and serving of the wines.'The New Wines of Spain' by Tony Lord (1988) - Explores Spain's modern wine culture and industry, looking at new wines region by region.'La Rioja Turistica' (1989) - Covers the Rioja Alta, Rioja Baja and La Sierra, as well as the gastronomy, festivals, traditions, heritage and tourist routes of the region. In the original cloth to "New Wines" and "Wines of the Rioja" and the original laminated boards to "La Rioja Turistica". All complete with the original unclipped dust wrappers. Externally, excellent, with only minor bumping to the spines' heads and tails. Dust wrappers are lovely, with minimal shelf wear. Internally, firmly bound with bright and clean pages. Near Fine. Not Stated (illustratore). book.…