fish yarns (26 risultati)

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.

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

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a glimpse into life at sea with anecdotes and yarns from the author's extensive experiences as a ship's captain. Readers can expect to encounter an assortment of characters, intriguing tales, and thoughtful reflections on the author's experiences. These tales highlight the adventure and camaraderie found at sea amidst the unpredictability and sometimes perilous nature of life aboard. Through the author's stories, this book offers a unique perspective on the lives of mariners and the allure of seafaring. 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.

Hardcover. Condizione: Fair. 5th or later Edition. undated worn and cracked cover. Book.

Gebunden. Condizione: New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from Fish Yarns: And Other Salt Water TalesNever mind where this ship was bound. She belonged to a firm of fine, jovial English men - most agreeable persons, with an amia ble weakness for overloading and underman n.

Condizione: New.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Fish Yarns: And Other Salt Water Tales is a collection of short stories written by Hawser, a seafaring captain. The book was originally published in 1904 and is a fascinating glimpse into the world of commercial fishing in the early 20th century. The stories are filled with colorful characters, from grizzled old sea captains to young deckhands just starting out in the industry. The tales cover a wide range of topics, including the dangers of fishing in rough seas, the thrill of catching a big haul, and the camaraderie that develops among crew members during long voyages. Some of the stories are humorous, while others are more serious and poignant. Throughout the book, Hawser's love for the sea and the fishing life shines through, making this a must-read for anyone interested in maritime history or the fishing industry.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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.

Hardcover. Condizione: Good +. 1st Edition. First edition, undated but around 1900, no markings or inscriptions. Binding rubbed at the edges.

Gr.8°, PPbd. 1. Aufl. 166 Seiten Einband etwas berieben, sonst guter und sauberer Zustand Sprache: Englisch Gewicht in Gramm: 240.

ALL UK PARCELS SENT TRACKED! ALL OVERSEAS PARCELS SENT AIRMAIL, TRACKED! (S/hand, Paperback, 1899). ND (1899) 1st edition. Pp166. Cloth-backed pictorial card covers, end-paper advertisements. Slight use but a very good copy. Ownership bookplate * "The following stories are from the collection which has appeared during the past few years under the heading of CHESTNUTS in "The Angler". * Ownership bookplate pasted over advertisement on the first page, indicating that this volume formerly belonged to Tim Wilson (Broughton Point) of Skipton, and was being presented by the current owner, A.T. Hanson, to Arthur Oglesby. .

Octavo, pp. [3-10] 11-225 [226], [note: mis-foliated by the publisher; title leaf is a cancel], original blue cloth, front and spine panels stamped in black. First edition, later issue. First issued as STARBOARD LIGHTS (1901) by A. B. Hawser (a variant on the same pseudonym Muller used for the present volume). Nineteen short tales, almost all of them with a strongly nautical flavor related to the New York Bay and surrounding areas. Five of the stories have pronounced supernatural elements. "A Mystery of New York Bay" is a ghost story. "The Professor's Manuscript" presents an encounter with the Flying Dutchman. "The Little Yellow Man" is about a were-shark. "The Curse of the Seigneur" is another ghost story. "His Last Storm" suggests supernatural agency in the form of fatal retribution. The style of the writing is compact and vivid. Above average material that is well worth a look. Muller, a New York newspaper man, also wrote (under his own name) the imaginary war fantasy, THE INVASION OF AMERICA (1916). Not in Smith, American Fiction, 1901-1925. Cloth rubbed at spine ends, corner tips, and along outer joints, scratch to rear cover, a sound, good copy. A scarce book; the first issue is rare. (#117391).

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware 208 pp. Englisch.

, 1-166 pages, contains collection of short, humorous stories in connection with fishing First Edition , spine, corners and edges rubbed, covers marked slightly, slight fingermarks within, good condition , white paper cover with green cloth over the spine, white titles and a colour illustration on the covers, adverts to endpapers , 18.5 x 12.5 Paperback ISBN:

Condizione: New. Print on Demand.

LeatherBound. Condizione: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. Leatherbound edition. Condition: New. 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. Pages: 176. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1899 edition. 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. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. 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. Language: English Pages: 176.

Condizione: New. Print on Demand.

Condizione: New. PRINT ON DEMAND.

Paperback. Condizione: Brand New. 226 pages. 8.75x5.75x0.51 inches. This item is printed on demand.

Paperback. Condizione: Brand New. 226 pages. 10.00x7.50x0.51 inches. This item is printed on demand.

LeatherBound. Condizione: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1904 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: 233 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: 233 Language: English.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering.

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 1899. 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, Vol: - , Pages: - 176, 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. 176 176.

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 1904. 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: - 233, 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. 233 233.