Pocock L J (6 results)

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. Softcovers; ex-corporate library; in very good condition. Book.

Soft cover. Condition: Good. Image shows actual book for sale. Book Condition: Good; firm binding; contents good; some darkening to cover; some rusting to staples. Soft Cover Alexander Moring ca 1939 Poetry.

In-4° pp. 174 con molte foto n.t. Legatura edit. con sovracoperta ill. Come nuovo.

Paperback. Condition: Good. First Edition. 50 pages. Many reproductions of black and white photos. Printed upon glossy stock. Features: Wilderness Treasure - travelling along the historic 'Voyageur's Highway' in the Quetico-Superior border region; Protecting the Canadian side of the Quetico-Superior region; 'Home is Some Taffy Hair' - tale from the HBC post at Lake Harbour; People of the Snows - photo portraits; Exploring the Kazan River in 1926 - Thierry Mallet - photo-illustrated article; 3000 Miles by Dog Sled - tale of missionary journey made by late Canon Turner, which was almost the best ever made with dogs north of the Arctic Circle, written from his diaries and letters by his brother Edward; James Bay Cabin - C.S. Maclean and his guide Arthur Smith; Sealing - New Style - photo-illustrated article; Photos of outside and inside of the HBC's new fur sales building in Montreal; Nice colour ad for Hudson's Bay Point blankets on back cover. Clean and unmarked with moderate wear. A sound vintage copy.; 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall; The Beaver, Magazine of the North, March 1950, Outfit 280 - Exploring the Kazan River / 3,000 Miles By Dog Sled Wilderness Treasure - travelling along the historic 'Voyageur's Highway' in the Quetico-Superior border region; Protecting the Canadian side o. Illustrated by Jaques, Francis Lee (illustrator).…

Single Issue Magazine. Condition: Fair. First Edition. Pages 177-272, plus 16 pages of great ads. Features: The Blue Bandits - Part 1 - Elusive thieves operate in the Franco-Italian villages on either side of the frontier in the French department of the Hautes Alpes and the Italian district of Monte Viso; How I Lost My Christmas Dinner - hilarious story of a Christmas spent with the Maori adherents of self-styled "prophet" Rua - article with photos; On Foot Through South America - Part 2 - photo-illustrated account of Harry A. Franck's visit to Quito and his tramp through Ecuador; The Last Voyage of H.M.S. "Drake" - a vivid glimpse of the perils of convoy work and the "price of Admiralty"; ; The Trials of a Naturalist's Wife - Part 1; My Two Years' Captivity Among the Turks - Part 1of Airman Capt. T.W.White's adventures and daring escape; The Moonshiners - what happened when the author stumbled into a camp of Tennessee moonshiners; Photo of thousands of snakes at breeding time in the Klamath Falls, Oregon area; The Wonderland of the Arctic - description of a trip to Danish Greenland, with photos; In Quest of Cannibals - Part 3 - exploration and adventure in unknown New Guinea; Photo of German "Death Clock" constructed primarily of skulls and other bones; Two Balloonatics - an exciting balloon adventure from just before the war (WWI); Treasure Island - great photo-illustrated article about the remote South Pacific island of Nauru; The Mad Millionaire - how vast wealth came unexpectedly to a poor Mexican Indian, and the tragedy that ensued; The Sacred Mountain - photo-illustrated account of a picturesque Tibetan pilgrimage; The Resurrection of "Red" Wilson - an exciting story of the old days in the south-west, when the Apaches were still a terror in the land; Photo of a lakatoi (lakatois) New Guinea boat. Somewhat above-average wear. Unmarked. A worthy copy of this great vintage issue. Robinson, T.H.; Gillett, F.; Horne, A.E.; Cleaver, Ralph; Brightwell, L.R.; Prater, Ernest; Tennant, Dudley; Webb, Arch.; Black, A. & M.; Soper, G.; Coller, Hy. (illustrator).…

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 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1897. 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, Pages: - 526, 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. 526 526.…