Ekelöf Adolf (15 results)

hardcover. Condition: Good. ex-library copy with usual markings. cover shows minor wear and rubbing, bumped corners. pages clean.

Hardcover. Condition: Good+. No Dust Jacket. Hard cover published by Kraus Reprint Corp. in 1961. Blue covers with gilt lettering on front and spine. Ex-library, in special collections department, with only a few library markings marked out on top, side and bottom edges of pages and on title page, plus a marker on spine. Book measures 20.5 x 14 x 1.75 and weighs 13.5 lbs. Covers have some scuffing and staining, corners are bumped and worn, and edges of covers have some wear and small nicks. Top of spine is worn, torn and frayed. Spine is faded some. Interior of book is in very good condition. Overall book is in good condition.; 20.5 x 14 x 1.75. …

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. Written in Swedish. Original illustrated covers with rebound spine. Cover has gilt art, title and name of author. An exceedingly rare circumnavigational item with important material relating to California and British Columbia. The text is illustrated with 12 tinted lithographic full-page plates (17 images), three pages of music scores. End papers and pages of text are browned with age. An account of a Swedish officer aboard the British naval ships the Zealous and the Alert. An important account of the visited lands at that time, almost never found in older editions, let alone a First Edition. Price includes shipping via USPS, insured.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Facsimile Reprint Edition. Blue buckram, lettered in gold foil. Ex-library copy, typically marked/stamped but did not circulate. Cloth rubbed with exposure at heel of spine, with minor exposure at several corners, a bit more evident at bottom front corner. Some evidence of repair to cloth along joints, with minor separation. Firm binding, clean interior beyond library markings. Creases to front flyleaf only. Exterior a bit shabby, thus G/G+, interior solid VG+ to Near Fine. [xii],141 pp. + 51 double-page maps reproduced by photolithography at rear, 84 maps and figures in the text. Main text comprised by: geographical atlas of Ptolemy, editions of Ptolemy's Geography, pseudo-editions of Ptolemy, ancient (not Ptolemaic) maps, extension of Ptolemy's Oikumene, first maps of the New World, terrestrial globes from the 15th-16th centuries, map-projections, end of the early period of cartography, transition to modern period: Gastaldi, Apianus, Ortelius, Mercator. Additional postage required. Book. …

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Na. Published: 1889. DESCRIPTION: Large three quarter leather bound atlas containing 51 double-page plates with photolithographic reproductions of maps from between 1490-1597. Language: English. Book Condition: Good: Wear to corners, edges and spine ends. 2cm missing section to lower spine along with 7cm tear to lower front spine edge and ffep. Intact endpapers. Cracked verso of endpaper with light movement to front hinge. Patch of spotting to page 133. All maps are clean and unmarked. DJ Condition: Na Pages [12], 141, plates. Size: 52cm by 36cm. BOOK RESUME: Contents: 1) The geographical Atlas of Ptolemy, 2) Editions of Ptolemys Geography, 3) Pseudo-editions of Ptolemy. Ptolemys errors and merits, 4) Ancient, not Ptolemaic maps, 5) Extension of Ptolemys Oikumene towards the north and north-west, 6) The first maps of the New World, and of the newly discovered parts of Africa and Asia, 7) Terrestrial globes from the 15th and the first part of the 16th century, 8) Map-projections, 9) The end of the early period of cartography, 1520-1550, 10) The transition to, and the beginning of the modern period. Jacopo Gastaldi. Philip Apianus. Abraham Ortelius, Gerard Mercator. POSTAGE: PLEASE NOTE - This is a heavy item and may require additional postage for overseas deliveries. We will contact you if additional charges are required. Please see our postage policy on our shop front for more information.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. Atlas folio, 51 x 31 cm. Modern 3/4 black leather. Original maroon boards. Hardcover. Good binding and cover. Top page end washed red. Old dampstains to top page end, barely affecting head margins. Clean, unmarked pages. Nordenskiold was an explorer and scientist in his own right. (He completed the first successful navigation of the Northeast Passage on the Vega, 1879-1880.) This, his most substantial monograph on the history of early cartography, was systematic and influential. His personal collection of early maps was given to the University of Helsinki, and has been inscribed on UNESCO's memory of the World Register. This is an oversized or heavy book, that requires additional postage for international delivery outside the US.…

(2), X, 288 s. Samtida, något nött halvfranskt band, fuktrand mot slutet, enstaka fläckar och några blyertsanteckningar. (Lärobok i sjömanskap, 2.).

FIRST EDITION. With 12 tinted lithograph plates. Original printed and decorated boards, rebacked, new endpapers; boards worn and rubbed with minor tears, some leaves toned due to paper stock, but generally a good copy. First edition. This is the account of the 1867-1868 Pacific voyage by a Swedish officer on the HMS Zealous, which sailed up the coast of South America to Canada, with a side visit to the Hawaiian islands. Fascinating details of travel in Patagonia, Chile and Peru in South America, California, Pacific islands in Hawaii and Tahiti, and up to British Columbia are provided, though in Swedish. The plates, from photographs taken on the journey, illustrate Hawaii as well as the royal family, including Kamehameha IV and V, and the Tahitian monarch Queen Pomare. A significant work for the Pacific voyages enthusiast.…

This Swedish account of a voyage up the Pacific coast of America and especially to the Hawaiian Islands is not in Hill, as it is a little late, taking place in 1867-68. There is a long account of a visit to Hawaii, and many of the handsome plates illustrate the island and the royal family. "A little-known account of a Pacific voyage by a young Swedish lieutenant on board two British naval ships, Zealous and the Alert. In ten chapters the author narrates his voyage on the Zealous around Cape Horn, up the coast of South America, to San Francisco. From San Francisco, Ekelof continued to Vancouver. At both ports he had shore leave and investigated the surrounding area.The attractive lithograph plates include portraits of Kings Kamehameha IV and V, Dowager Queen Emma, a view of Waikiki showing Diamond Head through a grove of palm trees, and a portrait of a young Hawaiian woman. The views include an interesting depiction of Vancouver 'Esquimalt' and five plates of Tahitian scenes and natives" - Forbes. Not in Lowther or Cowan, despite the Canada and California content. FORBES 2936. KROEPELIEN 396. O'REILLY & REITMAN 1260. PALAU 78872. Quarto. Later cloth with onlay of original pictorial front wrapper, leather label stamped in gilt. Most of text browned, a few stains, two leaves with marginal repair not affecting text. Good.…

First edition. 12 chromo- & lithograph plates, with 17 images thereon. 4to. Fine original pictorial cloth gilt, spine slightly faded, joints a little worn. [iv], 164pp. Stockholm, "A little-known account of a Pacific voyage by a young Swedish lieutenant on board two British naval ships, the Zealous and the Alert" (Forbes). Ekelöf sailed round Cape Horn and North to San Francisco and Vancouver on board the Zealous, before transferring to the Alert which took him to Honolulu and on to Tahiti. He arrived at Hawaii on September 26, 1867 and, granted shore leave, explored Honolulu and its vicinity and went to Waikiki. The lithograph plates portray King Kamehameha IV & V, Dowager Queen Emma, a view of Diamond Head and a Hawaiian woman.Forbes (Hawaiian Nat. Bib.) III, 2936; du Rietz, 396.…

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: Swedish. Language: Swedish. 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 1872. 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: - Swedish, Pages: - 204, 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. 204 204.…

Med en svensk nautisk ordlista och öfver 200 illustrationer. Stockholm, Normans Förlags-expedition 1898. Stor 8:o 710,62 sidor.Förlagets dekorerade klotband. Exlibris.[#192064].

Fri bearbetning från "The Story of the Sea". Med en svensk nautisk ordlista och öfver 200 illustrationer. Stockholm: A. L. Normans Förlags-Expedition, 1898. 709,(1) + Svensk nautisk ordlista (med tvenne bilagor) 60,(2) s. Förlagets dekorerade röda klotband. Liten förlagsstämpel på försättsblad och en tidningsnotis inklistrad i nedre hörn på smutstitelblad. Blekt rygg. Rygghuvud och -fot något nötta. 26 x 18 cm.[#\72778].…

Leatherbound. Condition: NEW. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. Leatherbound edition. Condition: New. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. Pages: 204. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1872 edition. 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. 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. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. 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. Language: Swedish Pages: 204.…

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: Swedish. Language: Swedish. 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 1872. 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: - Swedish, Pages: - 196, 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. 196 196.…