West Fred W (16 results)

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

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

Condition: New.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Hardback. Condition: Good. First edition hardback, 1930, with no jacket. In overall good used condition with minor signs of age, handling and storage - red cloth boards darkened to spine and faded to edges. Internally clean. Binding tight; no annotations or inscriptions - owner's name to ffep; toning to page-ends but text bright and clear throughout. Not an old library book. Photograph available. …

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the intricate world of railway goods stations in the early 20th century, offering a comprehensive guide to their management and operation. It meticulously examines the diverse aspects of station construction, staff organization, and traffic handling, providing valuable insights for those responsible for ensuring the smooth and efficient flow of goods. At a time when railway networks were expanding rapidly and playing a pivotal role in economic growth, the efficient operation of goods stations was crucial for the timely delivery of goods and the overall success of the railway industry. The author, drawing upon extensive experience, delves into the challenges and complexities of managing a large and bustling goods station, offering practical solutions and innovative ideas for improvement. This book explores various themes related to efficiency, productivity, and staff management. It emphasizes the importance of clear communication, proper training, and the implementation of incentive systems to motivate staff and optimize performance. The author also highlights the significance of adapting organizational structures to suit the specific layout and traffic patterns of each station, ensuring that resources are utilized effectively. The insights presented in this book offer a valuable historical perspective on the evolution of railway operations and the challenges faced by those tasked with managing the flow of goods in a rapidly changing world. 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.…

Cloth. Condition: Very Good. First edition. A very scarce first edition of this illustrated study on the railway goods station, author's presentation copy. First edition. Very scarce work. Author's presentation copy with an ink inscription to the half title dated August 1st 1912, which reads "Laurie Lyons with the best wishes of the author." Illustrated with a frontispiece and twenty-two figures. Collated complete. A guide to the control and operation of the railway goods station, providing information on the station construction, staffing, instructions to loaders, controller's supervision, daily inspections, duties of the staff, goods checking, handling livestock, and more. With additional chapters on the statistics and emergency processes. Written by Fred W. West, London District Goods Superintendent. Publisher's advertisements to the rear. In the original full cloth binding. Externally, smart with light rubbing to the extremities and fading to the spine. The odd small mark to the boards. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are very bright with the odd small spot. Further spotting and light age toning to the endpapers. Author's contemporary ink inscription to the half title with bookseller's label to the front pastedown. Very Good. None (illustrator). book.…

Half Morocco Leather. Condition: Good. Privately bound copy of Mostly American 19th century sheet music. All are arranged for piano and many have a vocal line. All are published between c1840 - c1870 in American cities. Bound in 3/4 morocco with a morocco label on the front cover with the name "M. & H. Dieker". The songs are: General Carrington's Home March, by Henryi Sherbrooke- 1863; Alexandria Waltz, by F. Rasche, 1845; Charles River Quick Step, by S. Knaebel- 1845; Cinderella Waltz, by Rossini- 1845; Six Popular Dances, by Andrien Talexy; National Scottish, by CHs. D' Albert- 1850; The Merry Sleigh Bells Polka, by Charles S. Brainard-1861; The Bridal March from the Grand Spectacle of Mazeppa, by J. Sprake- 1845; The Exhibition Quadrille, by Rule Britannia- 1850; Songs of the Hutchinson Family: My Mother's Bible, by Geo. Harris and Henry Russell; Jockey Hat and Feather, by Fred Wilson and W. H. Brockway- 1851; We Met by Chance, by F. Kucken; A Home in the West, J. M. Hubbard and Hubbard M. Smith- 1864; Dear by Gone Hours, by R. Albert and C. D. Kirk- 1852; Farewell Sweet Mother, by Stephen C. Foster- 1861; Come Home, Father, by Henry Clay Work- 1864; I Would I Were a Child Again or The Old Oak Tree, by H. T. Merrill- 1853; Pretty Blue Star! Ballad, by John Blockley- 1852; Dreaming Maiden Song, by Gen. A. Sanders Piatt and Mrs. O'Connell- 1866; Old Josy, by Wurzel- 1854; Forget Not the Loved Ones at Home, by I. B. Woodbury- 1850; Salut a' Marion: The Chamois Hunter, by H. Aug. Pond. - 1858. There are several beautiful pieces of cover art of which most are black & white. However, there is one handcolored picture before "The Exhibition Quadrille" that shows the Quadrille of All Nations with its dimensions. Endpages are wrinkled. There is a little soiling and general wear to the boards and spine. Raised bands with some gilt decoration on the spine. There is some light foxing that is intermittent. civil WAR: "General Carrington's March" is from the middle of the American Civil War. "Come Home, Father" is an anthem of the Temperance movement in which a Child sings in the middle of a bar, begging her father to come home. Also includes 3 handcopied sheets of music for 2 parts of the chorus of "Sherman's March to the Sea". Size: Folio - over 12" - 15" tall. Hardcover. …

LeatherBound. Condition: NEW. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. Leatherbound edition. Condition: New. 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. Pages: 272. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1912 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. 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 Pages: 272.…

E. & F. N. Spon, London 1912. 1. edition. Small 8vo. 192 pages + 56 pages book list. Good+. Spine faded with stains. Signs of wear on cover. Names on flyleaf.

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 1912. 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: - 271, 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. 271 271.…

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1943 edition. 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. Pages: 758 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. 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: 758 Volume 393 (1943) - 415 (1945).…