March 1850 (7 results)

5½'' x 3½''. Divided back printed in red, black and blue. Monochrome post card. Member of the P.B.F.A. POSTCARDS.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a detailed history of land drainage and the philosophy of land management, exploring the physical and agricultural importance of effectively controlling water to enhance productivity. The author presents a comprehensive overview of drainage techniques implemented across the globe throughout history and examines their impact on the human condition. From ancient Egyptian practices to 19th-century engineering marvels, the book traces the evolution of drainage methods and their profound influence on societies' ability to sustain and expand their populations. The text also delves into the ethical and economic implications of water management, highlighting the delicate balance between human intervention and the preservation of natural ecosystems. By examining successful and failed projects from various eras, the author provides valuable insights into the challenges and rewards of land drainage. Through its exploration of the history, science, and ethics of water management, this book offers a timely and important contribution to the ongoing discussion about the sustainable use of our planet's resources. 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.

Paperback / softback. Condition: New. This item is printed on demand. New copy - Usually dispatched within 5-9 working days.

(4),175-368 pp. Octavo. Original printed wrappers. Minor wear to the wrapper edges. All edges untrimmed. 82 black and white plates from photographs including many folding. Small tear on front wrapper otherwise a very nice, attractive copy. Smithsonian Miscellaneous Collections Volume 75, Number 5. Publication 2965. Walcott was an American paleontologist/geologist and was the administrator of the Smithsonian Institution from 1907 to his death in 1927. He is most famous for his discovery in 1909 of well-preserved fossils in the Middle Cambrian of the Burgess Shale of British Columbia, near the town of Field. In 1914, Walcott married his third wife, Mary Morris Vaux, an amateur artist and avid naturalist who traveled with him on horseback for most of his expeditions in the Canadian Rockies. She was a gifted artist and made watercolor illustrations of wildflowers as she traveled with him. A selection of her work was published by the Smithsonian in 1925 in a spectacular edition of 5 volumes all done with a special colour printing process. We have in stock both the limited edition and trade edition of this publication. Charles was also a very gifted photographer and I believe most of the images published in the above title were taken by him. We have an original of his also for sale in the shop. Many of the images were taken with a panoramic camera and the results are spectacular. The images are so well done we prefer to think of this as a mountaineering title rather than a geology title. Still, both reasons are compelling to own this very scarce title.

No Binding. Condition: Good. Signature on piece with large double ring magenta "free post" cancel with a Maltese cross and crown. Addressed from Londonderry? 17th Aug 1835 to Cornwall, name unclear Lawrence Hews? With another cover on the reverse of H.J. Winnington (possibly the MP?) from Truro and both attached to a piece of old album paper. Historical notes*. He was commissioned into the 89th Regiment of Foot on 15 April 1795. He became lieutenant the regiment 2 February 1796, and captain 22 October 1803. He was made a major-unattached 28 February 1805, lieutenant-colonel on half-pay of the 1st garrison battalion 17 March 1808, brevet colonel 4 June 1814, major-general 1825, and lieutenant-general 1838. He served with the 89th in the Irish Rebellion of 1798, and afterwards in Minorca, Heasina, and at the blockade of Malta and capture of Valletta in 1799?1800, and throughout the campaign in Egypt in 1801. He was brigade-major to Sir William Cathcart, 1st Earl Cathcart in the home district in 1805, and military secretary when Cathcart was in command of the king's German legion as a separate army, in Swedish Pomerania (Isle of Rugen), in 1806-7 ; and subsequently during the expedition to Copenhagen in 1807. He was also deputy adjutant-general to Sir John Hope, 4th Earl of Hopetoun at Walcheren and held the same post with Lieutenant-general Thomas Graham, (1st Baron Lynedoch) at Codii and at the Battle of Barossa (received a gold medal). He was military secretary to Sir John Hope when commander-in-chief at Ireland in 1812. Signed by Author(s).

No Binding. Condition: Good. Sent to Mr Hammersely, Earl of Eglington, Eglington Castle Sept 7th 1835. (3rd Earl responsible for starting the ill-fated Eglington Tournament). Macdonald was a trusted aide to the Duke of Wellington. He rose to be Deputy Adjutant-General and then in July 1830 he was appointed Adjutant-General to the Forces. He was brigade-major to Sir William Cathcart, 1st Earl Cathcart in the home district in 1805, and military secretary when Cathcart was in command of the king's German legion as a separate army, in Swedish Pomerania (isle of Rugen), in 1806-7 ; and subsequently during the expedition to Copenhagenin in 1807. He was deputy adjutant-general to Sir John Hope, 4th Earl of Hopetoun at Walcheren ; and held the same post with Lieutenant-general Thomas Graham, 1st Baron Lynedoch at Codii and at the battle of Barossa (gold medal). He was military secretary to Sir John Hope when commander-in-chief at Ireland in 1812. On the reverse is a note which says Privt Secretary Irish office? Signed by Author(s).

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. This book provides an in-depth analysis of the great opera classics. The author examines each opera's historical context, musical structure, and plot. He also provides insights into the personalities of the composers and performers. This text is an essential guide for anyone interested in opera and an important historical document in the study of music.Amazon. This copy is the original 1916 hardback first edition-- NOT PRINT ON DEMAND. It is in excellent condition with a tight, straight binding, deckled page endings and a bright, as new cover with no dustjacket. The book measuring 8.25" x 5.75" will be carefully wrapped and boxed for safe shipping.