Daniel Carter Beard Illus (4 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. B/W Illus (illustrator). 1st. new, revised edition; red c w/black titles; moderate shelf rubbing and lite sunning; 607 clean, unmarked pages.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. B/W Illus (illustrator). 1st. First Edition, First Printing; red c w/pictorial boards, some scratching, lite wear at tips; ownr's insc.; 538 clean, unmarked pages.

A promotional booklet titled "Wonders of the Deep", published to advertise Scott's Emulsion of Cod Liver Oil, a health supplement. Includes eight leaves of illustrated facts about the creatures of the sea, including a two-page spread with a quote from the Rime of the Ancient Mariner surrounded by swimming sea creatures. The sea creature facts are interspersed with pitches for the brand of cod liver oil. An example of one of the sea creature facts: "The brain of the Glass Eel can be seen through its transparent skull" ([2]). The aim of the booklet is to show readers how the product takes advantage of the biological and scientific wonders the sea has to offer. Single vol. (6.75" by 4.25"), pp. [16], illus., in original illus. self wrps with image of three fishermen in a small fishing boat on upper wrapper, and an image of a fisherman with an oversized cod on the lower wrapper. Good to very good. Light toning, dust soiling, a couple short tears.

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 1888. 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: : - 316, 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. 316 316.