August 15 1921 (8 results)

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. 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.…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book, the culmination of a historic gathering in the rail industry, contains nearly 150 years of expertise and experience. The American Railway Association, established in 1872, has been a hub of continuous development in the railroad industry. The volume includes contributions from its numerous divisions, each dedicated to a specific aspect of rail operation. From standardized timetables and safety protocols in the late 19th century, through the challenges of World War I, to the technical development and innovation of today, this book chronicles the growth of the rail industry. It reveals the behind-the-scenes evolution that has shaped today's railways, emphasizing safety, efficiency, and economic growth in transportation. 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.…

Condition: Near Fine. First edition hard back binding in publisher's original black paper covers, gilt title and author lettering to the spine. 8vo. 8½'' x 5½''. Contains 189 printed pages of text. Slight age darkening to the closed edges. Near Fine condition book in superb Fine condition dust wrapper, not price clipped 13s 6d. Dust wrapper supplied in archive acetate film protection, this preserves and prolongs the life of the paper, it is not adhered to the book or to the dust wrapper. Member of the P.B.F.A. MODERN FIRST EDITIONS.…

Condition: Fine. First edition hard back. 188 pp. Book in Fine condition. Dust wrapper with 15 mm x 30 mm chip to spine head, and 20 mm x 10 mm chip to top front corner, not price clipped. Member of the P.B.F.A. MODERN FIRST EDITIONS.

Condition: Fine. First edition hard back. 188 pp. Book in Nr. Fine condition. Dust wrapper with 15 mm x 11 mm chip to rear panel, small closed tear to spine head, tiny rubs to corners, price clipped. Member of the P.B.F.A. MODERN FIRST EDITIONS.

Condition: Very Good. First edition hard back. 188 pp. Book in Very Good condition. Dust wrapper with 25 mm closed tear to spine head, very tiny nicks to spine ends, not price clipped and in Very Good condition. Member of the P.B.F.A. MODERN FIRST EDITIONS.

Condition: Very Good. First edition hard back. 8vo 203 pp. Name to free front end paper, offsetting to rear end paper, light tanning to closed page edges. Dust wrapper with 20 mm closed tear to spine head, light foxing to rear panel, not price clipped and in Very Good condition. Member of the P.B.F.A. MODERN FIRST EDITIONS.…

Condition: Very Good. First edition hard back binding in publisher's original sage green cloth covered boards, blocked and lettered gilt back, gilt cameo to the front board, top edge gilt,others untrimmed. Royal quarto. 10'' x 8''. Contains frontispiece, red and black printed title, (xii), 370 pp with 32 single sided full-page monochrome illustrations and archive photographs on loaded paper. This is the complete history of the Athenaeum, a Gentlemen's Club in London, written to honour its centenary. Contents: Part I: Introduction. I. Coffee Houses and the First Clubs. II. Our Founders and First Committees. III. In Temporary Premises. IV. Building of the Club House. V. 1830-1840. VI. 1840-1860. VII. 1860-1880. VIII. Finance After 1870. IX. 1880-1914. X. The Years of War. XI. The Library. Part II: Rule II Elections. Biographical Sketches from 1831 to 1925. Index. SIGNED and dated 'April 1926 by Frederic George Kenyon', Director of British Museum, President of British Academy etc. to the front free end paper. Spine sun darkened, rubbing across the spine caps and corners, else in Very Good condition, no dust wrapper as issued. Member of the P.B.F.A. LONDON (Londinium).…