Blew W C A (26 results)

Condition: Good. Boards have some wear, scuffs. Content has light toning. No DJ.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. London, Vinton & Company, 1904. 14,5 x 22 x 2 cm, 226 pp. Corners and spine's head and tail bumped. Foxing inside, but overall a very good copy.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 6th Edition. 226pp. HARDCOVER. Sgn to ffep., & light browning, o/w VG internally. Strong binding. External olive green cloth is nice & clean. Overall, a VG copy. Includes supply & fitting of new correctly sized protective lyfjacket. Size: 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. Book. …

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

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

Condition: Good. First edition (hardback). 8vo (22cm by 14cm), iv, 226pp. Frontispiece and 29 plates. Original green cloth, gilt titling to the front board and the spine. Light rubbing of the binding, light foxing of the preliminary pages, else this book is in very good condition.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good-. No Dust Jacket. Hardcover; Hardcover: Illustrated cloth binding with title on frontboard and on spine. Boards are rubbed, with some soil. Bumped corner. Endpapers are oxidized. Each chapter discusses different aspect of racing scene. Nice tight binding.; 8VO; 215+ pages.…

Hardcover. Condition: Good+. No Jacket. 1st Edition. 2 volumes each of 432 pp, bw plates and illustrations, green cloth with gilt title to spine. A few marks to cloth , endpapers tanned and inscribed, a few nicked pages, some plates spotted - otherwise clean and sound. Heavy set will need extra postage outside UK. L. Marshall, W. Roffe, J. Bateman, C.D. Langley et al (illustrator).…

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Pictorial cloth covers, rubbed and a little worn, pages a little browned in places Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

covers wearing good condition. (live stock handbook no 2). illustrated (illustrator).

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. From its origins in Ireland to the tracks of Liverpool, this book captures the evolution of the thrilling sport of steeplechase. Detailing the first races and the riders who made the sport their own, the author offers a unique insight into this equestrian pastime. Featuring in-depth accounts of famous races and legendary horses, this book provides a historical account of the sport while also exploring its development and the impact of influential individuals as they shaped the steeplechase into the sport it is today. The book illustrates the significance of the riders and horses that helped establish this sport as a spectacle of daring and athleticism. 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: New. Print on Demand.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 1900. Nice Firm Clean copy ! Light general wear. 215 pages. Famous Racehorses-Bookmakers- Owners-Betting Men-Trainers -Jockeys-Touts and Tipsters-Turf Finance Etc. 6468.

Condition: Good. New Edition. Revised new edition. The book has been amateurly rebound in a red and gilt plastic 'cloth'. The new front endpaper is glued to the frontis and has a crease at the joint. The new rear free endpaper is glued to the original free endpaper (with wrinkling and tape residue to edges). Some red staining to outer page edge and to final ads. All edges gilt. Occasional spots of foxing and a few light marks to the text. Numerous plates and illustrations within the text. Overall condition is Good. Size: 8.75 x 10.75 inches (22 x 27 cm). Hardback. Printed pages: viii, 680, 8 (ads).…

Hardback. W. C. A. Blew, M.A.; William Scarth Dixon; Dr. George Fleming, C.B., F.R.C.V.S.; Vero Shaw, B.A.; Etc., Vinton & Company. Author: W. C. A. Blew, M.A.; William Scarth Dixon; Dr. George Fleming, C.B., F.R.C.V.S.; Vero Shaw, B.A.; Etc.Binding: HardbackPublished: Vinton & Company, 1894Condition:Book: FairJacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and cornersPages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Worn boards. Bumping on corners. Cracked hinges, no loose pages. Clean text with numerous plates. This authoritative volume in agricultural and equestrian science presents a comprehensive guide to the breeding, care, and practical management of light horses, authored by leading veterinary and sporting experts of the late 19th century. It instructs readers in conformation standards, feeding regimes, stable design, and disease prevention, while detailing the characteristics and utility of prominent British and European breeds. The contributors argue for a systematic approach to horse husbandry, balancing traditional knowledge with emerging veterinary practices. Illustrated with engravings and technical diagrams, the book offers precise guidance for breeders, trainers, and rural professionals. Hardback. …

First edition. vii, 215 pp. In original cloth. Illustrated front board. Small amount of staining on boards. Previous owner's inscription on f.e.p. and stamp on page 3. Overall condition VG. No dust wrapper.

Hardcover. Condition: Good Plus. No Jacket. First Edition. London: Vinton and Company, 1894. Excellent book on the breeding and management of horses, number 2 in the Live Stock handbooks series. 226 pages plus 6 pages of adverts in overall clean condition just some occasional foxing especially to first couple of pages, many B/w illustrations plus very informative text. Outer boards are a little rubbed on edges, light wear to corners and a few light marks,a pleasing copy SEE IMAGE. DETAILED IMAGES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST. First Edition. Boards. Good Plus/No Jacket. 8 ¾ x 5¾ Inches. Hardcover.…

vii, 215 [ads] pp. Small 8co, publisher's pictorial cloth. First edition. Small old blind-embossed stamp on front free endpaper; owner's signature at head of title; some minor rubbing to the binding; a very attractive copy.

Cloth. Condition: Good. No Jacket. First Edition. Top edge gilt, with green end pages, gilt print and illustrations on spine and front panel, bright on green pebbled cloth. Age toned pages, wear to spine head, binding somewhat shaken, frontispiece loose but present. Printed by Ballantyne, Hanson, and Co. Edinburgh and London. Tipped to recto of front free end page is two page ad by the publisher of "Works edited by W. C. A. Blew, M. A." with "Notitia Venatica "on recto and " The Noble Science" on verso. Small bookstore label on front pastedown : "THE GALINANI LIBRARY / Engl. & Americ. Books, / Paris, 224, rue de Rivoli / Nice, 16, Quai Masséna". Description: xxi, 354 pages, 20 color plates including frontispiece. Internaional destinations will require U.S. Priority Mail rates based on weight. J. & G. Temple, all coloured by hand. (illustrator). …

Cloth. Condition: Very Good. Extensive guide to fox hunting and the proper care of hounds, delightfully illustrated with 12 colour plates. Seventh edition.In publisher's original red cloth binding with gilt detail.With 12 hand-coloured plates by, among others, prominent artist Henry Alken, best known for his sports illustrations. Includes a frontispiece by equine artist John Frederick Herring Jr. Collated, complete.With the bookplate of John Ponsonby to the front paste down.From the knowledgable Robert T. Vyner and edited by William Charles Arlington Blew, author of Light Horses: Breeds and Management (1894). This work extensively details the particulars of caring for hounds in relation to fox-hunting. Includes chapters on the importance of the correct kennel, diseases and their cures and also on accomplished sportsmen and relevant hunting anecdotes. In original publisher's red cloth binding. Externally, very smart with slight bumping and rubbing, resulting in minor loss of cloth noticeable to the joints and spine tips. The occasional mark to both boards. Bookplate of John Ponsonby to the front paste down. Internally, firmly bound with the odd unopened page. Pages relatively bright and clean with spotting heavier to the first and last few pages. Very Good. Henry Alken; J. F. Herring, Jr.; E. Corbet; W. Smith (illustrator). book.…

London, 1894, 8vo tutta tela editoriale, pp. 226 con ill. n.t. e belle tav. lit. f.t. (cavalli).

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. BLEW, W.C.A. 2 volume set. Volume I: [148] pp. Volume II: [183] pp. E.P. Dutton and Co. 1911 10 3/4" x 7 3/8".

xxi + 354pp + 20 colour plates. 1st ed., fine in old decorated half morocco binding with red cloth. Occasional tone spotting. 7 x 10.5" A fine work with lovely hand coloured plates from original watercolour drawings by J. & G Temple.

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 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1894. 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:- 305, 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. 305 305.…