Streeter Daniel Willard (53 results)

Hard cover. No dustjacket. First Edition. Front hinge broken, and taped. A good reading copy. Fair. No dust jacket. Front hing.

Condition: Fair. Acceptable condition. No Dust Jacket (arctic, travel, adventure) A readable, intact copy that may have noticeable tears and wear to the spine. All pages of text are present, but they may include extensive notes and highlighting or be heavily stained. Includes reading copy only books. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included.…

Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. An Arctic Rodeo. Book.

Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. Denatured Africa. Book.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: Good. Good condition. No Dust Jacket 4th Impression. (africa, travel) A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included.…

Fourth printing (as stated upon copyright page). xiv, 277 pages. Hardcover: H 22.25cm x L 15.25cm. No dust jacket (i.e. lacking). Red cloth with some soiling and light mottling; light scuffing at spine ends and board corners; publisher's gilt imprint at spine heel dulled/flaked but with title/author gilt lettering on front board and upper spine remains bright. Several stains to muted red top edge; deckle fore-edge; light foxing to bottom edge. Illustrated tan endpapers; past owner's ink name stamp on front free endpaper; scattered light foxing to interior pages. With b/w plates on unpaged leaves (frontispiece retains tissue guard sheet). Binding is firm. {SportsShelf#1}.…

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Fourth printing (as stated upon copyright page). xiv, 277 pages. Hardcover: H 22.25cm x L 15.25cm. No dust jacket (i.e. lacking). Red cloth lightly stained; scuffing/fraying at spine ends and board corners; spine's gilt lettering dulled/flaked but still easily legible; front board's gilt stamping remains bright. Text block's red top edge foxed; toning to deckle fore-edge. Illustrated tan endpapers; slender tearing of surface paper along front and rear hinges but discreet glue pairs to both; non-authorial six-line ink gift inscription on front flyleaf recto; some toning and/or light staining to initial and rear leaves but interior pages overall remain clean. Binding is firm. Minnesota bookseller ticket "Mabel Ulrich's Book Shop Minneapolis St. Paul Duluth Rochester" affixed at rear pastedown's bottom left. With b/w plates on unpaged leaves (frontispiece retains tissue guard sheet). A Johns Hopkins University-trained medical doctor and health educator, Mabel Simis Ulrich (1876-1945) opened her first bookstore in 1931 (eventually expanding to five stores) and headed the Minnesota Writers' Project during the 1930s. {BookTicketBox#07}.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. 1st Edition. xii, 356 p. front., plates, map. Binding fresh, corners sharp, gold-stamped lettering to front panel and to spine crisp; contents fine. Dust wrapper is edgeworn and use-darkened, with a few short tears and small chips. 800 grams.…

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Hardback. Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Condition: Fair. Acceptable condition. No Dust Jacket (africa, sudan, hunting, travel) A readable, intact copy that may have noticeable tears and wear to the spine. All pages of text are present, but they may include extensive notes and highlighting or be heavily stained. Includes reading copy only books.…

Condition: New.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Hardback. Condition: New.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: New.

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - 'Denatured Africa' is a spirited and irreverent account of a safari through the rugged landscapes of East Africa during the mid-1920s. Eschewing the traditional, often self-serious tone of colonial hunting narratives, Daniel W. Streeter offers a refreshing and humorous perspective on the trials and triumphs of a big-game expedition. The narrative follows the author as he navigates the complexities of the African wilderness, encountering legendary wildlife and colorful local figures with a sharp wit and a keen eye for the absurd.Through vivid descriptions and engaging storytelling, Streeter's journey takes readers into the heart of Kenya and surrounding regions, providing an authentic glimpse into the era of grand hunting parties and the logistical challenges of travel in a pre-modern landscape. From the tension of tracking dangerous game to the comical mishaps inherent in such an ambitious undertaking, 'Denatured Africa' blends high adventure with clever satire. The work serves as both an entertaining travel memoir and a historical observation of the changing face of the African continent. This book remains a significant piece of outdoor literature, reflecting the fascination of the 1920s with African exploration while subverting the typical expectations of the genre. It is an essential read for those interested in historical travelogues, the history of African expeditions, and the evolution of safari narratives.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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.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.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. 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.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - 'An Arctic Rodeo' is a spirited and humorous account of an expedition to the frozen north, written by the acclaimed travel writer Daniel Willard Streeter. Venturing into the harsh yet awe-inspiring landscapes of the Arctic and Greenland, Streeter provides a narrative that balances the rigors of polar exploration with his signature wit and keen observational style.The work captures the essence of early 20th-century adventure, detailing the challenges of navigating icy waters, the unique cultures encountered in the high latitudes, and the camaraderie among the crew of the expedition. Unlike many dry accounts of the era, Streeter's writing brings a refreshing levity to the perils of the Arctic, making the remote wilderness accessible and entertaining for the general reader.Through vivid descriptions and engaging anecdotes, 'An Arctic Rodeo' serves as both a historical document of maritime travel and a timeless piece of travel literature. It invites readers to experience the 'Land of the Midnight Sun' through the eyes of a traveler who finds wonder and irony in every iceberg and outpost. This narrative remains an essential read for those interested in polar history, adventure memoirs, and the enduring allure of the world's most extreme environments.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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.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.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. 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.…

Hardback. Condition: New.

Buch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - 'Denatured Africa' is a spirited and irreverent account of a safari through the rugged landscapes of East Africa during the mid-1920s. Eschewing the traditional, often self-serious tone of colonial hunting narratives, Daniel W. Streeter offers a refreshing and humorous perspective on the trials and triumphs of a big-game expedition. The narrative follows the author as he navigates the complexities of the African wilderness, encountering legendary wildlife and colorful local figures with a sharp wit and a keen eye for the absurd.Through vivid descriptions and engaging storytelling, Streeter's journey takes readers into the heart of Kenya and surrounding regions, providing an authentic glimpse into the era of grand hunting parties and the logistical challenges of travel in a pre-modern landscape. From the tension of tracking dangerous game to the comical mishaps inherent in such an ambitious undertaking, 'Denatured Africa' blends high adventure with clever satire. The work serves as both an entertaining travel memoir and a historical observation of the changing face of the African continent. This book remains a significant piece of outdoor literature, reflecting the fascination of the 1920s with African exploration while subverting the typical expectations of the genre. It is an essential read for those interested in historical travelogues, the history of African expeditions, and the evolution of safari narratives.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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.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.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. 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.…

Buch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - 'An Arctic Rodeo' is a spirited and humorous account of an expedition to the frozen north, written by the acclaimed travel writer Daniel Willard Streeter. Venturing into the harsh yet awe-inspiring landscapes of the Arctic and Greenland, Streeter provides a narrative that balances the rigors of polar exploration with his signature wit and keen observational style.The work captures the essence of early 20th-century adventure, detailing the challenges of navigating icy waters, the unique cultures encountered in the high latitudes, and the camaraderie among the crew of the expedition. Unlike many dry accounts of the era, Streeter's writing brings a refreshing levity to the perils of the Arctic, making the remote wilderness accessible and entertaining for the general reader.Through vivid descriptions and engaging anecdotes, 'An Arctic Rodeo' serves as both a historical document of maritime travel and a timeless piece of travel literature. It invites readers to experience the 'Land of the Midnight Sun' through the eyes of a traveler who finds wonder and irony in every iceberg and outpost. This narrative remains an essential read for those interested in polar history, adventure memoirs, and the enduring allure of the world's most extreme environments.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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.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.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. 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. No Dust Jacket. First Edition. 1st Edition, stated on copyright page, 356 pages, illustrated, 46 illustrations, 1 map, pictorial end papers. Blue cloth covers with gilt tiling. Shelfware, some marking to covers, bumped. Front end paper marked with old pencil numbers. Age toning, contents clean. Greenland expedition in the Effie M. Morrissey, commanded by Capt. Bob Bartlett. Streeter's account featuring the Montana Cowboy, Carl Dunrud, who came aboard the arctic exploration vessel, Morrissey, specifically for the purpose of roping and bringing back live polar bears and other Arctic animals. Numerous black and white photographs showing various scenes of Greenland and native Inuit costumes and habits. A rather offbeat documentary of a polar expedition through Holstenborg, Godhavn, Upernivik, Thule and Karna involving zoologists, archaeologists and others; in the author's summation, "Anyone fool enough to go to Greenland for pleasure would go to Hell for entertainment". Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 1 kilogram. Category: Arctic & Antarctic; 1920s; Exploration. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 2878. …