Burdon Brian (41 results)

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. Second book from Brian Burdon, recounting his life and experiences of the Wildlife Service, the forest Service and Pest Destruction Boards. Excellent Condition.

Condition: New.

Soft Covers. Condition: Very Good. None. First Edition. 23 cm, 159 pp, b&w photo illus, colour photo plates, soft covers. VG copy. Hunting and outdoor stories -- back cover.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. Pictorial card covers, b&w and colour photos. Moderate library markings, slightly tilted.

Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. This nice clean copy has a tiny mark to the fist page and some very minor light shelf wear. The main target of 'Hunting for DOC' is the feral goat in Northland's rain forests, at present the Waipoua Kauri Sanctuary, the Waima and Mataraua 'where scalps are few and far between' owing to the constant pressure on the goat by present and past DOC hunters (TM).…

Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. This copy feels unread and has only the tiniest hint of dulling to the spine.

Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. A very good clean copy. Written during a three-month stay at Bendigo Creek near Cromwell in the winter of 1999, this memoir recalls almost forty years of hunting experiences, adventures and friendships in the New Zealand outdoors. The author revisits familiar hunting grounds and companions, including memories of the Matukituki, Makarora, Neck Creek, Hunter Valley and Cardrona Valley. It is a personal account of hunting, the people encountered along the way and a lifetime spent exploring New Zealand's backcountry.…

Soft cover. Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. Feels unread. Burdon revisits some old hunting grounds and hunting mates, during his stay- the Matukituki, Makarora, Neck Creek and Hunter Valley, not to mention the Cardrona Valley.

Condition: New.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Feels unread with only a tiny amount of foxing to the closed page edges. Burdon revisits some old hunting grounds and hunting mates, during his stay- the Matukituki, Makarora, Neck Creek and Hunter Valley, not to mention the Cardrona Valley.

Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. This copy is like new and has no faults. With a focus on hunting and conservation, Burdon reflects on his time with the Wildlife Service and Pest Destruction Boards, offering vivid accounts of terrain, tracking, and ecological change. Illustrated with both colour and black-and-white images, the book captures a rugged lifestyle and the evolving relationship between people and land. It's a valuable piece of New Zealand outdoor literature, especially for readers interested in historical fieldwork and environmental management.…

Soft Covers. Condition: Good. None. First Edition. 22 cm, 221 pp, map, b&w photo illus, colour photo plates, soft covers. Light cup mark to one page; else a lovely copy.

Octavo SoftCover (VG+); all our specials have minimal description to keep listing them viable. They are at least reading copies, complete and in reasonable condition but usually secondhand; frequently they are superior examples. Ordering more than one book keeps postage costs down.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. The Halcyon Press Auckland 2002 159pp illus (bw and col) VG (card covers sl rubbed and worn ) tidy copy.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. The Halcyon Press Auckland 1993 First Edition 212pp illus (bw) VG (card covers sl rubbed and worn, edges and prelims sl foxed).

Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. A very nice copy which appears to be unread.

Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. A very nice copy which appears to be unread.

First edition. Softcover super octavo (VG+); all our specials have minimal description to keep listing them viable. They are at least reading copies, complete and in reasonable condition but usually secondhand; frequently they are superior examples. Ordering more than one book keeps postage costs down.…

Softcover. Condition: Very Good. No Dust Jacket. First Edition. No signatures. Spine slightly mis-glued during production.; 221 pages. Illustrated. Page dimensions: 221 x 144mm."The main target of 'Hunting for DOC' is the feral goat in Northland's rain forests, at present the Waipoua Kauri Sanctuary, the Waima and Mataraua 'where scalps are few and far between' owing to the constant pressure on the goat by present and past DOC [Department of Conservation] hunters." - from blurb on rear wrapper.; 8vo.…

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 208 pages. 8.50x0.57x11.00 inches. In Stock.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good - Near Fine. First Edition. 157p With illustrations, the author's experiences in the Wildlife Service, the Forest Service and Pest Destruction Boards.

Paperback. Condition: Good. paperback. light wear on covers. clean pages. Tulsa's largest used bookstore. Located on South Mingo Road since 1991. No-hassle return policy if not completely satisfied.

Hardcover. Condition: Brand New. 208 pages. 8.50x0.69x11.00 inches. In Stock.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. River to Ridge By Brian Burdon. SCARCE, SIGNED BY AUTHOR. with large gift inscription to previous owner. Publisher: The Halcyon Press, Auckland, 2002, First Edition. Very good softback, some edge-wear to covers. Minor marks. 159 pages, illustrated. Signed by Author(s). …

paperback. Condition: Good. Good. Dust Jacket NOT present. CD WILL BE MISSING. . SHIPS FROM MULTIPLE LOCATIONS. book.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. A few years ago, after a holiday in England, Brian Burdon began jotting down thoughts about what he had experienced over the years. Those thoughts grew into a book. In Observations of an Idiot, Brian shares his opinions and reflections on the modern world, covering everything from the mundane-daily habits and navigating life-to weightier topics such as religion and global politics.Now in his late seventies, Brian witnessed profound social and technological change, from the rise of computers and the Women's Liberation Movement to major conflicts and political upheaval such as the Vietnam War and fall of the Berlin Wall, as well as global pandemics like COVID-19. A war baby from England, he immigrated to Canada with his family and spent many years working in the printing industry. He has had been married three times, so he also knows a thing or two about love and relationships. Throughout his book, Brian comments on current events and personal experiences, often challenging popular opinion and inviting thoughtful discussion. His distinctly British humour runs through every page, blending satire and irony-sometimes at his own expense. Ultimately, Observations of an Idiot is an attempt to leave something solid behind-an ode to this extraordinary and ever-changing world-because, as Brian puts it, "if anyone has something worthwhile to say, it should be put on paper." A few years ago, after a holiday in England, Brian Burdon began jotting down thoughts about what he had experienced over the years. Those thoughts grew into a book. In Observations of an Idiot, Brian shares his opinions and reflections. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. …

Softcover. Condition: Very Good-. No Dust Jacket. First Edition. No signatures. Some creasing to wrappers.; 48 pages. Dimensions: 11 5/8" by 8 1/4". A compilation of poetry, prose, and images on Aramoana. Published to coincide with the exhibition ARAMOANA at the invitation of the Wellington City Art Gallery. Themes include the proposed Aramoana aluminium smelter, the cultural and natural history of Aramoana, and sacred land.; 4to.…

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. A few years ago, after a holiday in England, Brian Burdon began jotting down thoughts about what he had experienced over the years. Those thoughts grew into a book. In Observations of an Idiot, Brian shares his opinions and reflections on the modern world, covering everything from the mundane-daily habits and navigating life-to weightier topics such as religion and global politics.Now in his late seventies, Brian witnessed profound social and technological change, from the rise of computers and the Women's Liberation Movement to major conflicts and political upheaval such as the Vietnam War and fall of the Berlin Wall, as well as global pandemics like COVID-19. A war baby from England, he immigrated to Canada with his family and spent many years working in the printing industry. He has had been married three times, so he also knows a thing or two about love and relationships. Throughout his book, Brian comments on current events and personal experiences, often challenging popular opinion and inviting thoughtful discussion. His distinctly British humour runs through every page, blending satire and irony-sometimes at his own expense. Ultimately, Observations of an Idiot is an attempt to leave something solid behind-an ode to this extraordinary and ever-changing world-because, as Brian puts it, "if anyone has something worthwhile to say, it should be put on paper." A few years ago, after a holiday in England, Brian Burdon began jotting down thoughts about what he had experienced over the years. Those thoughts grew into a book. In Observations of an Idiot, Brian shares his opinions and reflections. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. …