Dampier N (13 results)

Soft cover. Condition: Good. Reprinted from Saga Book Vol X1 11pp. Light staple rust. Else good.

Paperback.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. Nice tan cloth, coloured hardback book, with bold gilt title impressions running along the spine. Comes with nice charcoal black box slipcase. The book is in excellent condition, normal wear and marks apply consistent with use and age. 268 pages all intact, good strong, tight binding. All pages, text, maps and illustrations are in fabulous, hardly used, clean, readable order. Set in "Monotype" Garamond, by Gloucester Typesetting Services, Stonehouse, Gloucestershire. Printed on Hamilton Wove Paper, at The Bath Press, Avon and bound by them in full cloth printed with a drawing, in reverse of a Fourth-Rate by Bouwmeester (1670-1733) - (National Maritime Museum). Typography by Bernard Roberts. Another wonderful book from The Folio Society.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. At one time employed as a privateer - a legitimising term for "pirate" - by the English Crown, Dampier is an instrumental figure in the story of the discovery and exploration of Australia and the Pacific. This printing reproduces his log and journal, highlighting his exploration of the Dutch East Indies, the islands of Melanesia and the northern coastline of Australia. It is superbly readable, and edited by Gerald Norriss, who also introduces the book.Usual high standard of Folio books; this means elegant typography, relevant illustrations, a sewn binding and acid proof paper. Might be unread, and in a superb slipcase.

EDITED WITH NOTES BY D LAING PURVES. A NEAR FINE COPY IN FULL CALF, ELABORATE GILT TO THE SPINE, A PRIZE BINDING, PROBABLY FROM ST. PETER'S SCHOOL, YORK , THEIR CREST TO THE FRONT BOARD.

Soft cover. Condition: New. Language:Chinese.Author:(YING)W.C. DAN PI ER (Dampier.W.C.) LI HENG YI ZHANG LING XIAO.Binding:Soft cover.

paperback. Condition: Good. Ship out in 2 business day, And Fast shipping, Free Tracking number will be provided after the shipment.History of science and the development of scientific thoughtFour Satisfaction guaranteed,or money back.

Vellum. Condition: Very Good Indeed. Various (illustrator). A limited edition illustrated edition of this important seventeenth century travel work, signed by the editor, N. M. Penzer. A limited edition de luxe, limited to 975 numbered copies; this copy is out-of-series.Signed by the editor, N. M. Penzer, to the verso of the front endpaper, 'A. Greig, with many thanks and kindest regards, N. M. Penzer, Oct 25th, 1927'.Illustrated with three folding maps, and four plates.'A New Voyage Round the World' is an extensive travel work, documenting the scientifically minded ex-pirate William Dampier's journey around the world. Dampier made note of much during his travels, which results in an incredibly rich read, looking to not only the customs and habits of different countries, but on the local horticulture, animal life, and rivers and geography. As a result, this work is a fascinating look into the seventeenth century world. This work was very popular when it was published, and went though at least three editions in the first year.The tour described in this work took twelve years. Dampier was the first Englishman to map parts of Australia and New Guinea.Edited by Norman Mosley Penzer, a scholar who was an eminent authority on Sir Richard Francis Burton.With an introduction by Sir Albert Gray.Collated, complete. In the original publisher's quarter vellum binding with cloth to the boards. Externally, smart. Light rubbing to the extremities. Light marks to the vellum, as is usual to see, and some lighter marks to the boards. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean. Very Good Indeed. signed by author. book.

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 1909. 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: - 402, 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. 402 402.