Skene Dhu (43 results)

Condition: New. pp. 419.

Condition: New. pp. 419.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. The Mighty Mahseer, and Other Fish: Or Hints to Beginners on Indian Fishing (1903). Book.

Condition: New. pp. 419.

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Condition: New. pp. 419.

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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. 1st Edition. Red cloth Boards with black ttles to spine and front, 200 x 135 mm approx. 310 pp + 6 of publisher's lists. First Edition 1936. Please see our images of the actual book offered for sale for further details and condition. Very Good/ Good (Book - no notable shelf wear or soiling to boards, a little soiling to top edge of book block, a little loss to top corner of free front end paper where it had been stuck to front paste down in course of production and roughly opened, previous owner rubber stamp ink name to half title. Dust Jacket- numerous nicks and small chips - max 18 x 20 mm top rear panel, white title to spine a little tanned, non price clipped - cover 6/- In a removable proprietary protective sleeve. No other notable defects to book or jacket).…

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. Reprint.

Paperback. Condition: New. Language: English. About The Book: The Angler in Northern India by Skene Dhu is a comprehensive guide for fishing enthusiasts, detailing various fishing localities from the Nerbudda River northward, including regions of Burma and Baluchistan. The book offers insights into the best fishing spots, techniques, and local fish species. Dhu shares personal experiences and practical advice, making it an invaluable resource for anglers seeking adventure in Northern India. Rich in descriptive narratives, the work also reflects on the natural beauty and diversity of the region's landscapes and aquatic life. About The Author: Skene Dhu was a 19th-century author and angling enthusiast known for his work The Angler in Northern India. His writings focused on fishing locations and techniques in Northern India, Burma, and Baluchistan. Dhu's contributions remain valuable for anglers seeking insights into the region's diverse aquatic environments. The Title 'The Angler in Northern India: With list of Fishing Localities in India, from the Nerbudda Northwards, including Burma and Baluchistan written/authored/edited by Skene DHU', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9789367805459 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 419 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Natural Environment. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms Vol: 419.…

Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: New. Language: English. About The Book: The Angler in Northern India by Skene Dhu is a comprehensive guide for fishing enthusiasts, detailing various fishing localities from the Nerbudda River northward, including regions of Burma and Baluchistan. The book offers insights into the best fishing spots, techniques, and local fish species. Dhu shares personal experiences and practical advice, making it an invaluable resource for anglers seeking adventure in Northern India. Rich in descriptive narratives, the work also reflects on the natural beauty and diversity of the region's landscapes and aquatic life. About The Author: Skene Dhu was a 19th-century author and angling enthusiast known for his work The Angler in Northern India. His writings focused on fishing locations and techniques in Northern India, Burma, and Baluchistan. Dhu's contributions remain valuable for anglers seeking insights into the region's diverse aquatic environments. The Title 'The Angler in Northern India: With list of Fishing Localities in India, from the Nerbudda Northwards, including Burma and Baluchistan written/authored/edited by Skene DHU', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9789367802410 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 419 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Natural Environment. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms Vol: 419.…

Paperback. Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Second Edition. With maps, original cloth, ,inner joints cracked, top of spine worn, pp. 580.

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. Second Edition. With maps, original cloth, covers soiled and worn, corners worn, pp. 580.

Paperback. Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. First edition, 1904. Paper very lightly browned throughout. Publishers printed yellow boards lightly faded in places and lightly marked and rubbed, else a very good bright solid copy of this scarce book.

Paperback. Condition: New. Language: English. About The Book: The Mighty Mahseer and Other Fish by Skene-Dhu offers an engaging guide to fishing in India, focusing particularly on the legendary Mahseer, a prized game fish. Written for beginners, the book provides practical advice on fishing techniques, gear, and locations, alongside insights into local rivers and fish species. Through vivid descriptions, Skene-Dhu captures the challenges and thrills of angling in India, blending instruction with an appreciation for the country's diverse aquatic life and fishing culture. About The Author: Skene-Dhu (d. 1918) was a British writer and angler known for his work The Mighty Mahseer and Other Fish. His book offers practical advice for fishing in India, particularly targeting the elusive Mahseer, and provides a detailed look at the fishing techniques and species found in Indian rivers. The Title 'The Mighty Mahseer and Other Fish; Or Hints to Beginners on Indian Fishing written/authored/edited by Skene-Dhu', published in the year 2025. The ISBN 9789375484721 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 337 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is History. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms Vol: 337.…

Hardcover. Condition: New. Language: English. About The Book: The Mighty Mahseer and Other Fish by Skene-Dhu offers an engaging guide to fishing in India, focusing particularly on the legendary Mahseer, a prized game fish. Written for beginners, the book provides practical advice on fishing techniques, gear, and locations, alongside insights into local rivers and fish species. Through vivid descriptions, Skene-Dhu captures the challenges and thrills of angling in India, blending instruction with an appreciation for the country's diverse aquatic life and fishing culture. About The Author: Skene-Dhu (d. 1918) was a British writer and angler known for his work The Mighty Mahseer and Other Fish. His book offers practical advice for fishing in India, particularly targeting the elusive Mahseer, and provides a detailed look at the fishing techniques and species found in Indian rivers. The Title 'The Mighty Mahseer and other Fish: Or Hints to Beginners on Indian Fishing written/authored/edited by Skene-Dhu', published in the year 2025. The ISBN 9789375484585 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 337 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is History. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms Vol: 337.…

ALL UK PARCELS SENT TRACKED! ALL OVERSEAS PARCELS SENT AIRMAIL, TRACKED! (S/hand, Hardcover, 1918). (1910) 1918 2nd edition. 8vo (135mm x 225mm). xvi pp + 574 pp + iv pp + 12 pp advertisements. Illustrated with maps. Stone-coloured cloth, spine & upper board printed in black, mountain scene on upper board. A well-worn copy with the rear cover damp-stained & inner hinges severely cracked. A good working copy only. The author had intended this second edition to be much larger, but the Great War intervened and many of his potential collaborators did not survive. Nonetheless this edition is considerably enlarged, covering many more waters than the first edition. .…

ALL UK PARCELS SENT TRACKED! ALL OVERSEAS PARCELS SENT AIRMAIL, TRACKED! (S/hand, Hardcover, 1918). 1910 1st edition. 8vo (140mm x 227mm). xiv pp + 350 pp + viii pp + 9 pp ads + ad on front paste-down. Illustrated with many full-page maps. Blue cloth, titled in silver-gilt on spine & upper board, river view printed in black and silver on upper board. Mouse-damage to based of spine, general wear & faults so a working copy only. ~. . …

Condition: Very Good. Second edition. Hardback. Original green cloth with some rubbing and marks, lacks backstrip, folding map detached with tears and repairs, otherwise a good, complete copy. Inscription to dedication page. No jacket. 1906 2nd edition.

ALL UK PARCELS SENT TRACKED! ALL OVERSEAS PARCELS SENT AIRMAIL, TRACKED! (S/hand, Hardcover, 1918). 1910 1st edition. 8vo (140mm x 227mm). xiv pp + 350 pp + viii pp + 9 pp ads + ad on front paste-down. Illustrated with many full-page maps. Blue cloth, titled in silver-gilt on spine & upper board, river view printed in black and silver on upper board. Inner hinges tender, piece torn from dedication page, spine faded o/w a good copy. ~. . …

ALL UK PARCELS SENT TRACKED! ALL OVERSEAS PARCELS SENT AIRMAIL, TRACKED! (S/hand, Hardcover, 1906). (1903) 1906 2nd edition. Small 8vo (140 x 215mm). xvi pp + 260 pp + 1 p Hardy's advertisement, errata slip. Illustrated with plates from b&w drawings and a folding map. Mid-green cloth, spine & upper board titled in black, white mahseer image on upper board. Recently rebound with most of original cloth laid on. Text block quite use & worn & folding map laid in loosely. A presentable reading copy of the second edition. One of the classics of Indian angling. .…