Rawling C G (73 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Good. 1,096 pp. Tightly bound. NOTE: Four corners are bumped. Text is free of markings. No ownership markings. Good dust jacket. This copy is smyth sewn. Smyth sewing is a method of bookbinding where groups of folded pages (referred to as signatures) are stitched together using binder thread. Each folded signature is sewn together individually with multiple stitches and then joined with other signatures to create the complete book block. This is the traditional and best method of bookbinding.

hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Oversized hardcover with dust jacket. Dust jacket is tight, clean and protected in a clear mylar cover. Covers are bound in blue cloth with gold lettering on the spine. Binding tight and corners are square. A previous owner's name is written in blue pen on the front-free end paper, but there are no other markings throughout the book. 1096 pages. Images are printed in B&W. Overall, this book is in very good condition. This volume comes from the Aviation collection of Prof. Chris Sterling. Sterling spent his lifetime teaching, writing, and collecting books on civil and military aviation. We are proud to house his Aviation collection, part of the extensive library which is his legacy. Please email with questions or to request photos.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. Sunning on jacket spine. Light wear on jacket edge. Slight bump on front board edge.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. Sunning on jacket spine. Light wear on jacket edge. Light soiling on page edge.

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.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. First Edition. Volume III, The Official History of The Royal Canadian Air Force. University of Toronto Press, with National Defense and Canada Communications Group, (1994). First Edition. Thick Large 8vo. xxiv,1096pp, Index, Notes. Blue cloth, near fine (tiny spot on front cover), in near fine dj (hint of wear at edges). Publisher's Press Release laid in. Numerous photographs, maps and charts (some in color) by William R. Constable, 10 Tables. ISBN 0802005748; Large 8vo 9" - 10" tall; 1096 pages.

Cloth. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. First Edition. Third volume of the Official History of the RCAF covering World War II. 1st printing, small 4to, 6.75"x10", 1096pp, photo illus, appendices, folding plates, maps etc. Hardcover in blue cloth with gilt titles on spine and with unclipped dustjacket. Almost 'as new'. Heavy, thick book weighing 1.961kg. Size: Thick 8vo. Book.

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

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. This book is bound in bright blue boards with bright gilt letters on the spine. There is very light wear on the spine tips & cover corners. The spine is curved inward. The contents are clean & unmarked, the binding is tight. All maps & charts present & unmarked. The dust jacket is clean, bright & unmarked. Like new.This book weighs 2 kilos so extra postage may be required.

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Condition: New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from The Great Plateau: Being an Account of Exploration in Central Tibet, 1903, and of the Gartok Expedition, 1904-1905Deasy reached Antelope Plain about nine marches due east, and, finding the country of an unprom.

Kartoniert / Broschiert. Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents an unforgettable glimpse into the exploration of Central Tibet. Written in 1905 by Captain C.G. Rawling, this enthralling account unveils the mysteries of a region that had been closed off to foreigners for centuries. The author embarked on two daring expeditions in 1903 and 1904, traversing uncharted territories and enduring both treacherous weather and challenging terrains. His vivid descriptions capture the stunning natural beauty of the Tibetan landscape and its unique flora and fauna. With meticulous precision, Rawling details the diverse challenges faced by the expedition team, from overcoming steep mountain passes to encountering Tibetan nomads. His observations shed new light on the culture, customs, and religious practices of the inhabitants. This book is essential for anyone fascinated by the history of exploration, travel literature, and the enigmatic allure of Tibet. It offers an unparalleled opportunity to experience the hardships, triumphs, and profound insights gained by one of the first Westerners to venture into this extraordinary land. 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.

Gebunden. Condition: New.

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good Plus. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good Plus. Photgraphs & Maps (illustrator). Very gently read, unclipped and not remaindered. Corners are sharp and square. Bright gilt titles to spine. Interior is clean and unmarked excepting neat gift inscription to the ffep. Unclipped dustjacket is lightly bumped to extremities with a bit of shelfwear to show. Third volume in the very thorough history of the RCAF includes fold out maps. This heavy volume will require additional postage.

First and Later Editions. Fine cloth set in a near fine, very slightly edge-nicked and dust-dulled dust wrapper, now mylar-sleeved. Remains particularly and surprisingly well-preserved; tight, bright, clean and sharp-cornered. Physical description; 3 vols. : ill., maps. (some col.), ports ; 26 cm. Notes; Published in co-operation with the Department of National Defence and the Canadian Government Publishing Centre, Supply and Services Canada. Also published in French under title: Histoire officielle de l'Aviation royale du Canada. Includes bibliographical references and indexes. Contents; v. 1. Canadian airmen and the First World War / S.F. Wise. -- v. 2. The creation of a national air force / W.A.B. Douglas. -- v. 3. The Royal Canadian Air Force / B. Greenhous, S.J. Harris, W.C. Johnston and W.G.P. Rawling. Subjects; Canada. Royal Canadian Air Force History. Canada. Royal Canadian Air Force. Canada. Aviation royale Histoire. World War I, (1939-1945) Aerial operations, Canadian. World War I, (1914-1918) Aerial operations, Canadian. Genre; Catalogue. 5 Kg.

First and Later Editions. Fine cloth set in a near fine, very slightly edge-nicked and dust-dulled dust wrapper, now mylar-sleeved. Remains particularly and surprisingly well-preserved; tight, bright, clean and sharp-cornered. Physical description; 3 vols. : ill., maps. (some col.), ports ; 26 cm. Notes; Published in co-operation with the Department of National Defence and the Canadian Government Publishing Centre, Supply and Services Canada. Also published in French under title: Histoire officielle de l'Aviation royale du Canada. Includes bibliographical references and indexes. Contents; v. 1. Canadian airmen and the First World War / S.F. Wise. -- v. 2. The creation of a national air force / W.A.B. Douglas. -- v. 3. The Royal Canadian Air Force / B. Greenhous, S.J. Harris, W.C. Johnston and W.G.P. Rawling. Subjects; Canada. Royal Canadian Air Force History. Canada. Royal Canadian Air Force. Canada. Aviation royale Histoire. World War I, (1939-1945) Aerial operations, Canadian. World War I, (1914-1918) Aerial operations, Canadian. Genre; Catalogue. 5 Kg.

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. 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. Reprinted from 1913 edition. 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 and contains approximately 12 pages. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. 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. Language: English.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Near fin ex-library in VG DJs. No rear pockets. Most of usual. Shipping at cost - heavy set.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. First Edition. Three volumes set , still stiff to open, in gossy dust jackets. 771 pp; 797 pp; 1096 pp.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. All three volumes have light edgewear and rubbing, with original price tags on back of dust jackets. All have indexes, B/W illustrations and fold-out maps. Volume 1 Canadian Airmen and the First World War has 771 pp. is the 1981 reprint (ISBN 0802023797); Volume 2 The Creation of a National Air Force has 797 pp. and was published in 1986 (ISBN 0802025846) ; Volume 3 The Crucible of War, 1939-1945 has 1096 pp. and was published in 1994 (ISBN 0802005748). A monumental contribution to the annals of military history. Oversized volumes may require additional postage.