Scolopax (47 results)

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

Condition: New.

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.

Condition: New.

Condition: New. In English.

Paperback. Condition: New. New copy - Usually dispatched within 4 working days.

Hardback. Condition: New.

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

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

Condition: New. In English.

1st edition. Provenance: Bookplate of Allan Thornton Witney. Poor copy in the original gilt-blocked and decorated cloth. Spine worn; panel edges somewhat dust-toned and rubbed as with age. Text remains clear and without blemish. Physical description; 200 pp., illustrations. Subjects; Snipe shooting. 1 Kg. …

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: No jacket issued. 1st Edition. Book - very good, Hardback. Bookplate of Peter Conder.

Couverture rigide. Condition: Très bon. Lockerbie, The Signet Press, 1991, reprinted of the 1904 edition, supposed to be limited to 525 copie all numbered but ours is not, hardcover, about 8 X 5 inches, 200 (6) pagesillustrated in B&W. Book is virtually as new without noticeable wear. Protected with a kind of mylar jacket. WARNING : International shipping cost for this thin book will be reduced.…

1st edition. Provenance: Bookplate of Allan Thornton Witney. Poor copy in the original gilt-blocked and decorated cloth. Spine worn; panel edges somewhat dust-toned and rubbed as with age. Text remains clear and without blemish. Physical description; 200 pp., illustrations. Subjects; Snipe shooting. 1 Kg. …

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. This is a numbered copy (286) of 500. This is a new edition 1991 from the 1904 original. Clean and tight with no inscriptions. There is no dust wrapper but the light brown boards have a gilt illustration on the front and titles on spine. There is a thin palstic cover which is a little worn at the back. Ashley R Boon (illustrator).…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - This classic work on snipes and their behavior is a must-read for birdwatchers and ornithologists alike. Written by an expert naturalist under the pseudonym 'Scolopax,' it provides a detailed overview of the snipe's habitat, diet, mating habits, and migration patterns. The book also includes beautiful illustrations and anecdotes that bring these fascinating birds to life.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the 'public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Condition: New. KlappentextrnrnUnlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are images such as portraits, maps, sketc.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book takes the reader on a journey into the heart of the British countryside, exploring the fascinating world of the snipe. Written with a charming blend of humor and insightful observation, the author guides us through the intricacies of snipe-shooting, offering a rich tapestry of information on the bird's habits, habitats, and the art of tracking and hunting them. The book delves into the historical and natural context of snipe, from their place within the scientific classification of birds to their unique migratory patterns across the globe. The author thoughtfully presents the ethical considerations of snipe-shooting and the ecological impact of human activities on the snipe's delicate environment. This is a book for those who appreciate the beauty and complexity of nature, offering a timeless perspective on a cherished pastime and a nuanced understanding of the interconnectedness of life on our planet. 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.…

Buch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - This classic work on snipes and their behavior is a must-read for birdwatchers and ornithologists alike. Written by an expert naturalist under the pseudonym 'Scolopax,' it provides a detailed overview of the snipe's habitat, diet, mating habits, and migration patterns. The book also includes beautiful illustrations and anecdotes that bring these fascinating birds to life.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the 'public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. 1904, First Edition. Octavo. 5.5" x 8" approx. 200pp plus adverts. Frontispiece and head- and tail-pieces. Original green cloth, gilt title to spine, printed decoration to upper cover. Binding square and firm. Top edge gilt. Spotting to other edges. Former owner bookplate to end paper. Former owner gift inscription to head of half-title. Otherwise a 'Very Good+' copy. …

Hardback. Condition: New.

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

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good+. No Jacket. Limited/Numbered. Rare one of 250 copies in dark green cloth binding this copy numbered 71 reserved for subscriber's.There are NO former names or inscriptions present.This classic work on snipes and their behavior is a must-read for birdwatchers and ornithologists alike. Written by an expert naturalist under the pseudonym "Scolopax," it provides a detailed overview of the snipe's habitat, diet, mating habits, and migration patterns. The book also includes beautiful illustrations and anecdotes that bring these fascinating birds to life.Slight spotting to the text block edges.8vo 200pp.Rare Limited Edition one of Just 250 Copies.…

Hardcover. Condition: Good. 2nd Edition. 8vo. Pp 200. Tissue-guarded frontis and illustrations in the text. 4 page publisher's list. Original cloth, light wear to all edges and with a stain to the front board and a lesser stain to the spine. Otherwise a tight, sound copy. No inscriptions.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. 1904 TRUE FIRST EDITION. 200 pages plus 4 page publisher's catalogue. Light green covers are intact and somewhat faded. Stain on front (upper left quadrant) and light wear marks on right hand side. Spine is frayed to top and bottom. Corners are bumped. Book is tight. Pages are clean and bright. Occasional foxing. Owner name on half title page.…

Cloth. Condition: Very Good Indeed. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. First edition. A smart collection of uncommon shooting titles, including 2 first editions, and all three original dust wrappers. A collection of unusual modern shooting titles, comprised of 2 uncommon volumes, and the incredibly scarce volume 2.All volumes bound in their original publisher's cloth, complete with original dust wrappers. Volume 1 dust wrapper unclipped.Featuring 2 first editions, in volumes 1 and 2.Volume 1 features charming monochrome vignette illustrations throughout, rendered by artist Nigel Lovett, who often illustrated similar pastoral scenes.Volume 2 features a monochrome frontispiece, and 4 double-sided monochrome plates of photography. Collated, complete. Bound in original cloth. In original dust wrappers, vols 2 and 3 clipped by tearing. Externally, very smart. Very minor shelf wear. Small mark to vol2 front spine tip. Ink inscription to vol2 front free endpaper. The odd minor area of age toning to endpapers. Notable crease to vol3 front spine tip. Dust wrappers generally smart. Moderate shelf wear. Large closed tears to vol2 dust wrapper, with corresponding tape mending to the reverse. Moderate loss to vol2 dust wrapper cover and vol1 dust wrapper head. Occasional rubbing to covers. Sunning to vol3 dust wrapper. Small coloured pencil mark to vol3 dust wrapper front cover. Internally, firmly bound. Pages generally bright and clean. Very Good Indeed. Nigel Lovett; Not Stated; None (illustrator). book.…

Condition: gut. La becasse des bois scolopax rusticola (.) [Hardcover] In deutscher Sprache. pages.