Elgood Robert (53 results)

8vo. Original pictorial card covers (softback) (VG). Pp. 351 (no inscriptions).

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Hardcover with dustjacket in illustrated slipcase, 368 pages, as new condition, clean and crisp; no internal marks. Foreign shipping may be extra.

Condition: New. pp. 300.

Condition: New. pp. 368.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a captivating glimpse into the early days of a Canadian town, tracing its growth from a small lumber camp to a thriving community. The author takes readers on a journey through the town's beginnings, chronicling the lives of its first settlers, their struggles and triumphs in carving out a life in the wilderness. The book provides a vivid portrait of frontier life, highlighting the challenges of clearing land, establishing farms, and building a society. The author meticulously documents the town's development, noting the arrival of new settlers, the establishment of key businesses and institutions, and the gradual formation of a municipal government. Beyond its historical significance, the book explores themes of perseverance, resourcefulness, and community building. The stories of the pioneers, their unwavering determination in the face of hardship and their collaborative efforts in creating a shared future, resonate with enduring power. By preserving the memories and experiences of the town's founders, this book offers a valuable window into a bygone era and provides a profound understanding of the foundations upon which a thriving Canadian community was built. 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.…

Hardcover. Condition: New. ISBN:9789389136593,368pp.

Hardcover. Condition: New. ISBN:9789383098774,296pp.

Hardcover. Condition: New. Dust Jacket Condition: New. New, unmarked. 450 color illustrations. // Shipped carefully packed in a sturdy box.

Hardback. An illustrated volume giving an account of firearms of the Near and Middle East. The book should be of interest to collectors of firearms as well as those with a more general interest in military history and weaponry. 1995, First edition. A fine, unmarked copy in a good d/w with shelf rubbing and a couple of short, repaired tears. Now in a protective cover. Scans available if required.…

Condition: New. pp. 300.

Condition: New. pp. 300.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good in Very Good DJ. First edition. First printing, very good + oversized black cloth hardcover shows a couple bumps at edges and bumping to corners, else tight and clean, in very good + dust jacket that shows some light rubbing and edgewear. 240 poages with illustrations and index. Still an attractive copy of this "lavishly illustrated" work.…

Condition: New. pp. 368.

Hardcover. Condition: New. - The first book to be written specifically on historic Indian firearms by an international arms expert - It offers scholars and collectors the opportunity to see the superb Jodhpur collection that includes the best Indian matchlocks, modern British and American sporting guns, shotguns, revolvers and automatic pistols by many of the great makers of the 20th century - Features more than 350 unique images of guns and Rajput paintings from private collections showing their use, as well as explains Rajput traditions relating to hunting and war In 1972 H.H. Maharaja Gaj Singhji, of Jodhpur-Marwar transformed the Rathore's magnificent Mehrangarh Fort into a highly successful Rajput museum and cultural center. As part of this work, the Mehrangarh Museum Trust commissioned this book. The author discusses the worldwide medieval diffusion of firearms technology and Arab, Ottoman, European and Chinese influences on the development of Indian firearms. Jodhpur was one of the most important military states in Rajasthan, playing a major role in the history of the subcontinent, never more so than during the reign of Maharaja Ajit Singhji (1678-1724) who purchased large numbers of guns when his daughter married the Mughal emperor. Jodhpur owns the best Indian matchlocks in the subcontinent, much admired at the Delhi Durbar in 1911. Successive maharajas have added to the collection, which includes modern British and American sporting guns, shotguns, revolvers and automatic pistols by many of the great makers of the twentieth century, collected by the Maharaja's grandfather, a noted hunter, and his father, a gun designer. The Maharaja of Jodhpur's Guns is the first book to be written specifically on historic Indian firearms. With more than 350 unique images of guns and Rajput paintings from private collections showing their use, this book offers scholars and collectors the opportunity to see the superb Jodhpur collection and to learn about Rajput traditions relating to hunting and war.…

Condition: New. pp. 368.

Hardcover. Condition: New. Dust Jacket Condition: New. 1st Edition. This lavishly illustrated book brings to us the splendid collection of medieval Arms and Armour at the City Palace Museum in Jaipur. The objects include daggers,swords, lances, khanjar, shields and armour, as well as a range of accoutrements. There is also a section on Children's Arms. Meticulously researched narratives accompany the elegant photographs, described the details of manufacture, decoration as well as the available, often intriguing history of each weapon. This is the second book in a series on the collections at the Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II Museum in the Jaipur City Palace. (jacket).…

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. The first scholarly catalogue of the magnificent arms collection at the Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II Museum (City Palace) in Jaipur. Written by Robert Elgood, a leading expert on Islamic and Indian weaponry, the book documents 186 key pieces from the royal armory (Sileh Khana). Unlike typical museum surveys, Elgood provides deep technical analysis of the metallurgy and decoration, distinguishing between Mughal imperial gifts and indigenous Rajput craftsmanship. Key Features: Scope: Covers the full range of Rajput weaponry: Katars (punch daggers), Talwars (curved swords), Khandas (straight swords), and matchlock firearms (Toradar). Provenance: Many items are inscribed with the names of the Maharajas who wielded them, offering a direct link to the history of the Kachwaha dynasty. Visuals: High-resolution photography captures the intricate "koftgari" (gold damascening) and enameling for which Jaipur workshops were famous. Quarto (24 x 31 cm). 296 pages. Profusely illustrated in color.…

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 367 pp. Pictorial hardcover in jacket and slipcase of same design. Jacket and slipcase a little shelfworn, with light bumping to the same and book extremities. Binding a little warped. Internally clean. Illustrations in colour. The first book to be written specifially on historic Indian firearms. 9789389136593 4to.…

Condition: New. pp. 352 500 Illus. (Col.), Maps.

Condition: New. pp. 352, Maps.

Condition: New. pp. 352.

Buch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - In 1972 H.H. Maharaja Gaj Singhji, of Jodhpur-Marwar transformed the Rathore's magnificent Mehrangarh Fort into a highly successful Rajput museum and cultural center. As part of this work, the Mehrangarh Museum Trust commissioned this book.The author discusses the worldwide medieval diffusion of firearms technology and Arab, Ottoman, European and Chinese influences on the development of Indian firearms. Jodhpur was one of the most important military states in Rajasthan, playing a major role in the history of the subcontinent, never more so than during the reign of Maharaja Ajit Singhji (16781724) who purchased large numbers of guns when his daughter married the Mughal emperor. Jodhpur owns the best Indian matchlocks in the subcontinent, much admired at the Delhi Durbar in 1911.Successive maharajas have added to the collection, which includes modern British and American sporting guns, shotguns, revolvers and automatic pistols by many of the great makers of the twentieth century, collected by the Maharaja's grandfather, a noted hunter, and his father, a gun designer.The Maharaja of Jodhpur's Guns is the first book to be written specifically on historic Indian firearms. With more than 350 unique images of guns and Rajput paintings from private collections showing their use, this book offers scholars and collectors the opportunity to see the superb Jodhpur collection and to learn about Rajput traditions relating to hunting and war.…

Hardcover. Condition: Brand New. 2015 edition. 298 pages. 11.75x9.50x1.00 inches. In Stock.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. 1st Edition. The monumental, two-volume definitive study of the arms collection at Mehrangarh Fort, Jodhpur. Weighing over 6 kg, this set is the result of decades of research by Robert Elgood. It challenges the "Mughal-centric" view of Indian arms history, arguing for a distinct and continuous Hindu/Rajput tradition of sword-making that predated and survived the Islamic empires. Volume Breakdown: Volume I: Focuses on the history of the Rathore clan, the spiritual significance of weapons in Rajput culture (Shastra-puja), and the early swords of the Maharajas. Volume II: Covers the 18th and 19th centuries, including daggers, lances, elephant goads (ankus), and the transition to modern firearms. Significance: This is widely considered the most important book on Indian arms published in the last 20 years. Two large Quartos. 1024 pages total. Housed in a pictorial sturdy slipcase. Interior is clean and unmarked. Dustjacket shows some shelf wear.…

Hardcover. Condition: Like New. Like New. book.

cm 25x30 pag. 312 ill. cent col e b/n Inglese.