Augustus Baker Pierce (20 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. 1st. 176 page hardcover, w/illustrations by author. Ex-lib copy, but with minimal markings - no exterior markings and only a bookplate on inside front cover and a small stamp on title page. Red cloth exterior is lightly worn and lightly soiled. Title on spine in gold. Interior is unmarked (apart from the minimal library markings) , tight and clean.

Condition: Very Good. Yale University Press 1924 8vo. 176 pages. signed and inscribed by the editor. binding tight. age toning to dust jacket with small chips and creases along edges.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Hardcover. Book Condition: Good. Jacket Condition: No Jacket. Yale University Press, New Haven, CT 1924. 176 pages. Moderate general wear. Size: 8vo 7.75 - 9.75'' tall. Illustrated with b/w drawings. Travel::Antique History::Australia/Oceania 7056.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Peirce, Augustus Baker (illustrator). 1st. 176pp.; HB red w/gilt; rubbed&soiled w/wear on edges&corners; dents on ft.cover; some lt.tan w/clean,tight pgs. 10 years in Australia (1860s) with American sailor, actor, raconteur and artist of several mediums. illus.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. New Haven: Yale University Press, 1924. In VG condition with no internal markings and NOT ex-library. Spine is tight but lightly sunned. Top edge of text block is darkened with age. Book.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Peirce, Albert Baker (illustrator). First Edition. 176 pp, Introduction - Edward Howard Brigham, 12 untitled chapters - illustrated, no index. Binding tight and square, pages clean, unmarked, and well-preserved, cover cloth with light wear at the spine ends. 6.4" x 9.5" maroon cloth covered boards, gilt spine letters faded/rubbed Size: Thin Octavo. Book.

Condition: New.

Hardback. Condition: Very Good. Facsimile Edition. Octavo Size [approx 15.5 x 22.8cm]. Very Good condition in Very Good Dustjacket. DJ protected in our purpose-made clear archival plastic sleeve. A nice copy. DJ spine sunned. Facsimile edition of the original published in 1924. Black & white illustrations by the author. Includes, loosley inserted, a number of related articles. Robust, professional packaging and tracking provided for all parcels. 181 pages. An American Captain on the Murray. First published by Yale University Press in 1924. Enormously entertaining view of colonial Australia.

Hardback. Condition: Very Good. Facsimile Edition. Octavo Size [approx 15.5 x 22.8cm]. Very Good condition in Very Good Dustjacket. DJ protected in our purpose-made clear archival plastic sleeve. A nice copy. DJ spine sunned. Facsimile edition of the original published in 1924. Black & white illustrations by the author. Includes, loosley inserted, a number of related articles. Robust, professional packaging and tracking provided for all parcels. 181 pages. An American Captain on the Murray. First published by Yale University Press in 1924.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. pp.xiv+176. 23.5cm. Frontispiece. Numerous illustrations in the text, some full page, after drawings by the author. Hard cover with slight wear at head and foot fothe spine and to the lower edge. A good clean copy Peirce spent some 30 years in Victoria Australia from 1869 taking on whatever work he could get. He was signwriter, purveyor of patent medicine, much time on the Murray River, and more besides. [590g].

Hardback. Augustus Baker Peirce, Shoestring Press. Author: Augustus Baker PeirceBinding: HardbackPublished: Shoestring Press., 1984Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: No markingsKnocking About: Being Some Adventures Of Augustus Baker Peirce In Australia 1859-1892; An American Captain On The Murray chronicles the remarkable experiences of an American mariner navigating the vast and untamed Australian continent during the latter half of the 19th century. This vivid memoir presents a firsthand account of life on the Murray River, detailing the challenges and triumphs of a captain operating in a burgeoning colonial landscape. Peirce's narrative uncovers the unique cultural encounters and the rugged realities of pioneering life, offering an invaluable glimpse into a pivotal era of Australian history. His engaging prose illustrates the spirit of adventure and resilience that defined the period, making it an essential read for enthusiasts of historical travelogues and Australiana. Hardback.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. First Edition. Out of print.

c.176pp. 8vo. Original cloth in very good condition.

c.176pp. 8vo. Originalboards in dustwrapper, a fine copy. Facsimile of the 1924 edition.

Or.cl. 176pp. Light fading to cloth at top edge. b/w ills. Very good copy. 1st US ed. Augustus Baker Peirce was an American sailor who spent 10 years in Australia. His autobiography 'Knocking About' describes the Murrumbidgee tribes in Chapter 11 & is considered to be largely true.

1st edition dust jacket As New octavo 181pp., frontis., illusts., index, Account of an American Captain on the Murray River. Facsimile edition of the original published in 1924. Black & white illustrations by the author.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. ORIGINAL RED CLOTH FIRST EDITION VERY GOOD.

Leatherbound. Condition: 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: 200. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1924 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: 200.

Paperback / softback. Condition: New. This item is printed on demand. New copy - Usually dispatched within 5-9 working days.

Leather Bound. Condition: 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 1924. 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: - 200, 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. 200 200.