Stark Browne (22 results)

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.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. First Edition. Cloth covers sl edgeworn and marked. Prelims browned and sl foxed. Inscrip on pastedown. B/W plates.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book recounts the author's and his fellow British Association members' travels across South Africa in 1905 when they met in Cape Town. This was the first time the Association had met outside of the UK. The author's travelogue details their three-month, 16,000-mile journey up through South Africa and back down the east coast. The book provides a fascinating snapshot of South Africa at the time, and includes detailed descriptions of Cape Town, Durban, Johannesburg, and Bulawayo, as well as the Victoria Falls, and other sites of interest. The author was struck by the beauty of the scenery, the friendliness of the people and the importance of the mining industry. The book also provides insights into the social and political issues of the day, including the debate over Chinese labor in the mines and the legacy of the Boer War. This book is a valuable historical document and a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era. 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: Fair. No Jacket. First Edition. Signed by Heaton Nicholls, former Administrator of Natal on the front free end paper page. Complete with all Plates. Publication of 274 pages. There is gilt on the spine and on the front cover, as well as on the top edge of the block of the book. The boards are a little shelf rubbed, minor marks and a touch edge worn. Some Insect damage, on the first and last few pages, not affecting the text. There is foxing on the first and last pages, little within the body of the book. The text is legible. The binding is strong. GK. Our orders are shipped using tracked courier delivery services.

Gebunden. Condition: New.

Wrappers. Condition: Very Good. Six poetry booklets by English-born Browne (1853-1891) who was a businessman, amateur astronomer and actor, and poet. Each booklet in original coloured paper wrappers sewn individually with silk cord, with a blue ribbon connecting all booklets. Each is 16 pp., all are undated except for Starry Fields, dated 1929 in library catalogues. Individual descriptions as follows:" Life and Progress": in pale green wrappers with blue lettering and Tennyson quote on cover, with slip tipped onto p. 1. "Christmas 1933 . from Mrs. J. Stark Browne", some pages lightly foxed." Stray Verses": in red wrappers with black lettering and Shakespeare quote on front, also with Christmas slip from Mrs. Browne, 1931, on p. 1; a few marks on p. 1 and 2. "Light & Shade": in dark green wrappers with Swinburne quote on front, Christmas 1932 slip on p. 1, no marks or foxing. "Starry Fields": in pale blue wrappers with Shakespeare quote on front, photograph (author's name in pencil on verso) tipped onto p. 2, some foxing to pages. "Opening Buds & Falling Leaves": in original grey wrappers with Biblical quote on front, inscribed by author and with his address label on title page (Boxhill-on-Sea, Sussex), and also with a b&w photograph of a family glued inside front cover and a 2-page holograph letter from Bessie Browne to "Mrs. Cullier" loosely inserted; title page slightly marked, v. light foxing to some pages. "Tut-Ahkh-Amen and Other Poems": in original brown wrappers with Shakespeare quote on front, Christmas slip from Mrs. Browne, 1930, sewn into centrefold; pages lightly foxed, white mark (glue?) on title page, and with typescript copy of final poem ("Menin Gate") tipped inside back cover, and two holograph poems loosely inserted. Overall condition of the pamphlets is very good, some fading, sunning and light wear to covers, some reading wear to interior. Scarce.

Buch. Condition: Neu. Neuware.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. ORIGINAL RED CLOTH FIRST EDITION VERY GOOD.

First Edition. Near fine copy in the original publisher's gilt-blocked wine buckram. Panel edges very slightly dust-toned as with age. Corners sharp with an overall tight, bright and clean impression. Scans and additional bibliographic details on request. ; 274 pages; Physical desc.: 274 p. Subjects: Indigenous peoples--South Africa. South Africa--Description and travel. Author's presentation copy with his inscription ot the front pastedown. 3 Kg.

First Edition. Very good copy in the original fine-ribbed, gilt-titled cloth. Particularly and surprisingly well-preserved; tight, bright, clean and especially sharp-cornered. Uncommon in this condition. Scarce; signed copies are rare. ; 274 pages; Physical desc.: 274 p. Notes: Illustrated with a tissue-protected photo frontis and an impressive array of additional black and white photo plates. Signed, inscribed and dated by the author on the front free endpaper. Subjects: Indigenous peoples--South Africa. 3 Kg.

First Edition. Near fine copy in the original publisher's gilt-blocked wine buckram. Panel edges very slightly dust-toned as with age. Corners sharp with an overall tight, bright and clean impression. Scans and additional bibliographic details on request. ; 274 pages; Physical desc.: 274 p. Subjects: Indigenous peoples--South Africa. South Africa--Description and travel. Author's presentation copy with his inscription ot the front pastedown. 1 Kg.

First Edition. Very good copy in the original fine-ribbed, gilt-titled cloth. Particularly and surprisingly well-preserved; tight, bright, clean and especially sharp-cornered. Uncommon in this condition. Scarce; signed copies are rare. ; 274 pages; Physical desc.: 274 p. Notes: Illustrated with a tissue-protected photo frontis and an impressive array of additional black and white photo plates. Signed, inscribed and dated by the author on the front free endpaper. Subjects: Indigenous peoples--South Africa. 1 Kg.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 334 pages. 8.75x5.75x0.76 inches. This item is printed on demand.

First edition. 24 plates. 8vo. Some foxing throughout, frontispiece loose, very good otherwise in the original burgundy cloth. xiii, 274pp. London, James Speiers, This copy bears a 1907 inscription by the author on the front free endpaper.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 334 pages. 10.00x7.50x0.76 inches. This item is printed on demand.

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1906 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. 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. Pages: 350 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. 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. Pages: 350 Language: English.

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 1906. 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: - 347, 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. 347 347.

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 1906. 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: - 350, 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. 350 350.

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 1906. 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: - 346, 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. 346 346.