9781859604298 - Morris Minor: Exploring the Legend: Aspects of a Legend di Pressnell, Jon (17 risultati)

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.

Condizione: Like New. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. An apparently unread copy in perfect condition. Dust cover is intact with no nicks or tears. Spine has no signs of creasing. Pages are clean and not marred by notes or folds of any kind.

Condizione: Very Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Hardcover w/DJ. Condizione: Very Good/Very Good. Black & White/Color Illus. & Photos (illustratore). First Edition. Somerset, UK: Haynes Publishing. Very Good/Very Good. (1998). First Edition. Hardcover w/DJ. Sm 4to., 168 pp., shelfwear .

Hardcover. Condizione: Fine. Condizione sovraccoperta: Fine. 1st Edition. First UK edition. Color and black and white photos. A fine copy in a fine mylar protected DJ. See my photos of the book for sale, not stock photos. More photos available upon request. This book is in my possession and will be wrapped in bubble wrap and shipped in a cardboard box. Tracking number will be provided after shipping. #510.

Hardcover. Condizione: Fine. Condizione sovraccoperta: Fine. 1st Edition. First edition, first printing with full number line. A fine copy in a fine mylar protected DJ. See my photos of the book for sale, not stock photos. More photos available upon request. This book is in my possession and will be wrapped in bubble wrap and shipped in a cardboard box. Tracking number will be provided after shipping. #510.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Fair. Dust wrapper with a lighly sunned spine, tiny tear and a little edge & corner wear. Internally Very Good - Quick flick through pages could not see any issues, clean and tidy copy in tight binding. Unclipped dust wrapper will be fitted with removable archive acetate film. ** 875g ** All orders are sent with a tracking /signature service for your peace of mind, so that you can keep tabs on your parcel. For overseas customers - on some sites we use, parcels weighing over the standard rate may incur an additional charge and we will then contact you with the additional shipping fee required. This is for the postage only we do not charge you for our time or our excellent packaging, which we are noted for. Dispatched in cardboard mailers within 24/48 Hours Mon - Friday 2pm, except bank holidays, otherwise next business day - excellent service guaranteed. AANBE20429.

Hardcover. Condizione: Near Fine. Condizione sovraccoperta: Very Good. 1st Edition. A very close to Fine 1st Edition copy with pristine text, no inscriptions, no wear to binding and very little trace of wear to black cloth boards - just a hint of use to crown of spine. The spine of the dust wrapper has some sunning and surface wear toward the crown, otherwise in very pleasing condition and not price-clipped. Please see 10 pictures attached for a closer look.

Hardback. Condizione: Fine. Morris Minor ? Exploring the Legend (1998) by Jon Pressnell Haynes | ISBN: 9781859604298 Condition: Fine As sold by Crappy Old Books Some legends arrive on horseback, in armour, brandishing a sword. The Morris Minor arrived at about 45mph, wearing sensible paint, and carrying a week?s shopping plus a mildly anxious spaniel ? and somehow became more beloved than half the royal family . Morris Minor ? Exploring the Legend is Jon Pressnell?s affectionate deep-dive into the car that Britain adopted like a national pet. Not because it was the fastest, flashiest, or most glamorous thing on the road, but because it was the most companionable . The Minor doesn?t dominate a journey. It joins you for it. It looks pleased to be included. This is a Haynes book, so you already know the vibe: enthusiastic, practical, and quietly authoritative, like a friendly mechanic who also happens to be a historian. Pressnell explores what made the Minor what it was ? the design story, the development, the variations, the changes over the years, and the cultural phenomenon that followed. It?s not just ?here?s a car.? It?s ?here?s how this car became an institution.? And the Minor deserves that treatment. It?s the car that got people moving in post-war Britain, the car that lived in driveways and back lanes, the car that became the first set of keys for thousands of drivers. It?s also one of the few vehicles that can look adorable even when it?s slightly rusty and making a noise it shouldn?t. There?s a reason it?s still everywhere at shows, still restored, still argued about, still waved at on the road. The Minor has charisma without ego ? a rare combination. Inside you?ll find the delightful detail that separates casual affection from proper Minor-nerdery: model differences, design quirks, period context, and the ?that?s why it looks like that? explanations that make you start noticing Minors in old photos like you?ve joined a secret club. It?s as much about the why as the what . There?s also the gentle irony of the word ?legend.? Because the Morris Minor is not a dramatic object. It has no supercar mythology. No racing pedigree that requires reverent whispers. Its legend is built on ordinary life: school runs, Sunday drives, deliveries, courting, commuting, holidays that involved a Thermos and a packed lunch. It became legendary by being there ? by being dependable, friendly, and designed with a kind of human-scale intelligence that modern motoring sometimes forgets. This particular copy is Fine ? crisp and tidy, the sort of condition that suggests it has lived on a respectful shelf, brought out for occasional admiration and the odd moment of ?hang on, which year did they change that?? It?s ready for the next owner to enjoy without apology. Perfect for: Morris Minor owners (or those in denial about becoming one) classic car fans who love charm more than horsepower anyone who thinks nostalgia is best when it comes with facts and photos From Crappy Old Books : because the Morris Minor didn?t become a legend by shouting. It became a legend by smiling politely, starting (eventually), and carrying Britain through the decades ? one cheerful little journey at a time.

Hardbound. Condizione: Fine(1). Marking the 50th anniversary of this English car. With d/j Illustrated by: .

Hardcover. Condizione: As New. Condizione sovraccoperta: Fine. 1st Edition. In excellent condition.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Very Good. with 168 pages. illustrated.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Very Good. 1st Edition. Gift inscription to half-title page. Slight rubbing to edges of price-clipped dust-jacket, now protected using removable clear wrap, otherwise in very good condition. Next day dispatch by Royal Mail in sturdy, recyclable packaging. 1000's of satisfied customers! Please contact us with any enquiries.

Hardcover. Condizione: As New. Condizione sovraccoperta: As New. 1st Edition. Haynes Publishing, Sparkford, UK. 1st edition 1998. Hardcover. 168 pp. 265x200 mm (10½"x8") approx. Very many colour and B&W photos plus design sketches and renderings and technical illustrations. Condition: as new in an as new non price-clipped dust jacket, Please see the photos of the actual item to assess its condition.

Hardback in Dust Wrapper. Condizione: Very Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Very Good. Discreet book shop stamp to the first blank verso, offset to the half-title page. The contents complete, clean and tight otherwise; First edition. Hardback. Dust wrapper over black boards with gilt titles to the spine; Measures 10½" x 7¾" (1.2 kg); pp 168; Index; Includes: Technical drawings; Photographs, black-and-white and colour, within the text; Illustrated lining papers; Exploded drawings. || The book is on the shelf and ready to post from Bath by a real bookseller, packed properly, despatched promptly and personally guaranteed (in addition to your normal rights). My Book #197988 ||.

Hardback. Condizione: Very Good. First Edition. Published by Sparkford. First edition. Here is a compendium of fascinating information on the evergreen Morris Minor, which in 1998 celebrated its 50th anniversary.

Hardback in Dust Wrapper. Condizione: Very Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Very Good. First edition. Hardback. Dust wrapper over black boards with gilt titles to the spine; Measures 10½" x 7¾" (1.2 kg); pp 168; Index; Includes: Technical drawings; Photographs, black-and-white and colour, within the text; Illustrated lining papers; Exploded drawings. || The book is on the shelf and ready to post from Bath by a real bookseller, packed properly, despatched promptly and personally guaranteed (in addition to your normal rights). My Book #207522 ||.