Edward E Cogswell (6 results)

HC. 384pp ISBN 1425708803 On the shelf, ready to ship. very good+ w/very good+ dustjacket (hardcover). B&W illustrations (illustrator).

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles the history of the Dorchester Gentlemens Driving Club, founded in 1899, through its early years and later decades marked by the construction of Franklin Field Speedway and the inauguration of interclub meets and races. Against the backdrop of Boston's political and social landscape, the author recounts the club's struggles and triumphs, the characters who shaped its destiny, and the enduring spirit of camaraderie that bound its members together. This book offers a glimpse into the world of harness racing in early 20th century Boston, capturing the excitement and camaraderie of the sport and its enthusiasts. Through detailed accounts of races, club events, and the dedication of the Franklin Field Speedway, this book sheds light on the history of one of Boston's most vibrant social and sporting institutions. 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. pp. 598 40 Illus.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. 4to; 291 pp; Touch of edge wear at the corners esle a very nice clean tight and attractive book.

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1883 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. Pages: 236 As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 236 Language: English.…

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. illustrated edition. 388 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.86 inches. This item is printed on demand.