Captain Frederick Chamier (5 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 3 novels/volumes, missing the volumes three and four that would have made this set complete. In moderately rubbed quarter leather & cloth-covered boards.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Half Forgotten Novels. Undated, c1905. Introduction by Ernest A . Baker. Original blue cloth with blindstamped decorative framing, lettered in gilt. Spine lettering a little dulled/oxidised, endpapers lightly tanned, foxing spots, otherwise good. A nautical novel in the manner of Captain Marryat. Book.

Cloth. Condition: Good. None (illustrator). First edition. The very scarce first edition of popular nineteenth century novelist Frederick Chamier's nautical tale, which expertly combines authenticity with melodrama. The very scarce first edition, complete in three volumes. A second edition, also vanishingly scarce, was published in the same year as this first edition.This novel draws inspiration from the author's own experiences at sea, where he served as a naval captain in the Napoleonic Wars and the War of 1812.The story centres on the titular ship, HMS Spitfire, and follows the exploits of its officers and crew during the Napoleonic Wars.Chamier was a personal friend of Lord Byron.Lacking the first text leaf of volume I, being the leaf immediately following the title page, and containing pages 1 and 2 of text.With the label of R. Cottle's Circulating Library, Basingstoke, to each front board, and with their bookplate listing their terms to each front pastedown. In full cloth bindings, with circulating library labels to front boards. Loss to centre of label to volume II front board, with small tide mark to head of this board. Bumping and small losses of cloth to back strip heads and tails. Rear joint heads and tails starting, as our tails of front boards of volumes I and III, with boards holding firm. Library bookplates to front pastedowns. Internally, firmly bound. Pages bright, with significant handling marks to page perimeters, and the odd spot. Lacking the first text leaf of volume I, being the leaf immediately following the title page, and containing pages 1 and 2 of text. Good. book.

First edition. First edition. [ii], 314; [ii], 296; [ii], 318 pp., no half-titles. 3 vols. 8vo. First edition of this uncommon novel by Frederick Chamier (1796-1870), author and naval captain who achieved some success with his sea novels in the style of Marryat. His autobiography, The Life of a Sailor (1827), is notable for its eyewitness account of Bryon's famed swim across the Hellespont in 1810. Block, p. 38; OCLC: 2520527 (12 copies); not in Wolff or Sadleir Contemporary half calf and marbled boards, black morocco spine labels. Light scuffing and wear to bindings, bookplates removed from front pastedowns, one title label chipped, sporadic foxing. Signed "Edmd H. Turton" on each title-page [ii], 314; [ii], 296; [ii], 318 pp., no half-titles. 3 vols. 8vo.

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 1867. 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: - 433, 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. 433 433.