R E Peary (94 results)

Condition: New.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Pamphlet. Condition: Very Good. Vol 21, August, 1889, Paper 419, pp. 59-87, Extracted from orig vol, trimmed & stapled, thus is like a pamphlet, couple short edgetears else VG.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Hardcover, Ex library and rebound in library red buckram, 10 by 6 3/4 inches, illustrated, fold out map. Binding has very slight wear, hinges tight. Apart from typical library marks, the pages are clean. Due to weight of this book, I will not ship it overseas.

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

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Very Good condition hardcover book, no dust jacket. Very slight shelf wear to covers and sunning to spine. Very slight bumping to cover corners and spine edges, fabric slightly worn through. Top edge of text block gilt, very slightly worn. Slight toning and very slight smudging to text block edges and end papers. Fold out maps at rear, very slight toning to edges and creases. All books are individually inspected and described. Never X-Library unless specifically described as such.

hardcover. Condition: Fair. Good text. Ex-library with usual stamps, call number to spine. Front hinge repaired. Bump/denting to top right corner of cover and text. FOld-out maps intact. Cover cloth as edge wear and fray, fray to spine ends. Additional photos on request. US orders shipped via US Mail. International orders shipped via DHL. Additional postage may be required on oversize books and sets. NO prison orders.

Paperback. Condition: Near Fine. First THUS. Publication No. 8018. 8 pp., stapled wraps. Light creasing to corners, else Fine. Scarce.

Pamphlet. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Ann Rept for 1903, pp. 427-457+ 9 Photo Plts & Small FoldOut Map, Extracted from Orig vol, begins with title page, trimmed & stapled, thus is like a pamphlet, VG, 1st ed.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. Black cloth on boards with gilt decoration to front and gilt lettering to spine. Mild bumping and rubbing to extremities. Very clean and tidy, and firm, throughout. Illustrated with black and white photographs within the text. The two fold-out maps located at the back of the book are a little creased from poor re-folding, but are intact and, apart from small closed tears at the hinges, are complete. A heavy book, which will incur extra carriage charges for non UK customers.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. xx, 411 pages color frontispiece, plates, portraits, 2 folded maps. Publisher's binding sturdy, minor scuffing to boards, insect damage at bottom edge of front and rear panels; contents unmarked and attractive, folding maps excellent. 1600 grams.

HARDCOVER GREEN. Condition: GOOD. two pull out maps of the earth north polar regions, gold gilt lettering on spine, illustrated with B & W photographs, small tear to spine, ex. library and usual ex. library markings DATE PUBLISHED: 1907 EDITION: 411.

Decorative Cloth. Condition: As New. Reprint of 1910 ed. Classics of Exploration Series. Padded leatherette boards. pp.xii.326. Illus. Folding map. Includes ex-libris and information sheet.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the thrilling world of Arctic exploration and the audacious claim of Dr. Frederick A. Cook, an American physician, to have reached the North Pole in 1908. The author provides a detailed account of Dr. Cook's expedition, from its humble beginnings to its controversial aftermath. Against the backdrop of a century-long quest to conquer the Arctic, the book explores the challenges and triumphs faced by Dr. Cook and his team as they navigated treacherous ice flows, endured extreme cold, and relied on the skills of experienced Inuit guides. The book also examines the scientific basis for Dr. Cook's claim and the subsequent scrutiny it faced, offering a nuanced perspective on the ongoing debate surrounding his achievement. 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: Befriedigend. 625 p., ill. Acceptable. Binding slightly broken. Sprache: Englisch Gewicht in Gramm: 1590.

hard cover, ex library, two fold out maps in place, brown cloth, 411 pages, 6 5/8 x 9 7/8 inches, 1st edition, very good book condition, no dust jacket, non-fiction,

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. First edition. 8vo. pp. 80; illusts.; some upper outer corners creased, partly unopened in the original wrappers, slightly chipped and soiled. Peary's article reviews W. M. Conway's The First Crossing of Spitsbergen (1897), reproducing some of the illustrations, and judging it "a charming episode in the northern annals" (p. 29).

Hardcover. Condition: Good+. Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket. Hardcover; Hardcover: Ex- library with all the usual markings. Library binding with title on spine in gold. Library bookplate on paste-down. Frontispiece and pages are foxed. Library perforated stamp on title page. Fascinating text and interesting photos (in sepia) . Lacking maps. Nice tight binding. ; Photos & Illus; 4TO; 411 pages.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. First edition. 410 pages. Illustrated with black and white photos and two foldout color maps rear. Gilded spine lettering, cover decoration and top edge. Light discoloration bottom of spine where label had been. Fraying to spine ends. Light rubbing to spine edges. Some rubbing to spine. Sunning to top 1" of front cover. Small bump in cloth right side front cover. "Officer's Library, Royal Marine Artillery" stamped front endpaper and top of title page. Else, very good condition. A tight copy. (C4).

Cloth - Hard Cover. Condition: Fair+. No Jacket. 411 pages, plus plates and folding maps; Ex-Library with older marking; Cloth covers are rubbed along the edges and show light wear at spine ends and corners; Hinges (internal) are cracked, though text block remains tight and well attached to covers; Folding maps each show small marginal tears, though are clean and in generally very good condition; Contents are clean and intact.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book takes the reader on a journey through the lives and experiences of those who served in the United States Navy. The author, through a series of captivating tales, showcases the diverse range of adventures and challenges faced by naval officers and sailors, from the frigid expanses of the Arctic to the warm waters of the tropics. Readers will experience the thrill of Arctic exploration alongside Commander Peary, witness the bravery of sailors during the Civil War, and encounter the unique challenges of life at sea in various parts of the world. The book delves into the importance of naval tradition, highlighting the bravery and skill of sailors throughout history, and emphasizing the key role of the Navy in defending the nation. Through personal narratives, the author unveils the human stories behind these grand exploits, revealing the courage, resilience, and camaraderie that defined the lives of those who served. This captivating collection of stories offers a glimpse into the world of the U.S. Navy, showcasing the men and women who shaped its history and the enduring spirit of those who sail under its flag. 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.

Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. First Edition. Doubleday, Page and Company; New York, 1907. Hardcover. Book is heavy and additional shipping cost may apply. Ex-Library. A Good, green cloth binding with emblem on front board and gilt lettering on spine, binding intact, crimping and fraying to spine edges with small tears to spine edge buckram, some handling/scuff marks to boards, bit of age toning to pages, TEG with moderate blemishes, spine buckram separating from backing material, rub mark bottom text block corner, rubbing to board and spine edges, fold out map present and intact in rear, previous owner info sticker on front pastedown, soiled spot front free endpaper and verso rear free endpaper, starting hinges, library markings include: rubbed spot top spine buckram, white marker handwritten library location bottom spine with tape residue, removed sticker residue/abrasion top front pastedown, embossed library stamp on title page and few pages throughout, removed library due date card residue rear pastedown, without Dust wrapper. A good and overall clean copy. 8vo[octavo or approx. 6 x 9 inches], 411pp., indexed, b&w illustrations. We pack securely and ship daily with delivery confirmation on every book. The picture on the listing page is of the actual book for sale. Additional Scan(s) are available for any item, please inquire.Please note: Oversized books/sets MAY require additional postage then what is quoted for 2.2lb book.