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Second edition. Super octavo hardcover (VG-) lacks d/w; all our specials have minimal description to keep listing them viable. They are at least reading copies, complete and in reasonable condition, but usually secondhand; frequently they are superior examples. Ordering more than one book may reduce your overall postage costs.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. 1st Edition. First edition, 1936. Covers faded but contents in very good condition with no inscriptions.

2nd edition of the 1936 original. Foreword by W. C. Smith. 520 PP with 112 b/w illust. Fp: Wreck of H.M.S. Orpheus on Manukau Bar, 7th February 1863. Cloth cover, spine faded and worn at extremities. Very good. Image shows title-page and frontispiece. 24 x 16.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. Second Edition. Price clipped. ; On the fly-leaf is the author's signature, P. Owen Wheatley. This is a revised edition 1795-1950. The storms that besiege New Zealand coastline have brought hundreds of good ships to disaster. Early mariners had to contend with primitive charts and methods of navigation, and although these two important factors have been improved, the elements still prevail. Shipwrecks is a standard work of reference containing over 100 illustrations, stories and full accounts of of outstanding wrecks. Contains Index & Locality Index at rear. The first edition, published in 1937, but this edition has been completely revised and enlarged and it brings the record to the end of 1950.; Over 100 Photo Illustrations; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 520pp incl.index pages; Signed by Author.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. The fascinating history and story of two centuries of shipwrecks of the coast of New Zealand. With photographs and engravings.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. First Edition. Boards faded.

Condition: Good. 27x22 cm. Black and white engraving. Very Good. Slight foxing around edges.Provenance: From the collection of the late Frederick G. Ruffner, Jr., founder of Gale Research, Detroit.

8vo., First Edition, with frontispiece and numerous photographs in the text, small neat signature on front free endpaper; navy cloth, upper board framed and lettered in blind, gilt back, upper board mildly age-soiled, backstrip faded (but all gilt wholly legible), a very good, bright, clean copy. EXTREMELY SCARCE.

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1859 edition. 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. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Pages: 406 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. 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: 406 Volume 1859-1912.

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 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1859. 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, Vol:- Volume 1859-1912, Pages:- 406, 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. Volume 1859-1912 406 406.