West Tuffen (87 results)

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

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Hardcover. Condition: Good minus. First Edition. An British amateur science periodical, library bound without the original wraps (and thus much publishing data missing). Individual Vol 3 only. An ex-library copy with book plates and pocket on pastedowns. Octavo, 8 1/2" tall, 359 pages, 3/4 leather with marbled boards. A good copy over all, both covers detached, 1" of leather missing from spine ends, leather rubbed with boards exposed at corners, perforated library stamp on title page, free endpapers moderately yellowed, interior pages lightly yellowed, clean and bright and the internal binding tight. Volume 3 only of original 3 volume set issued in seperate parts between 1860 and 1862. Illustrated throughout. Contains articles on "My Microscope and How to Make One Like It", "Minute Life of the Sea", "Polarization of Light", "The Great Comet of June and July 1861" and many others. Without dust jacket (as issued).…

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Decorative Cloth. Condition: Good. Pages; XX, 130 + 20 page publisher's catalogue. Contains 8 sheets of plates + colour frontispiece + black and white illustrations in the text (plates complete). Red cloth binding, marking and fading to the cloth. Cloth split at the top half of the front spine edge, the hinges and the binding are secure. The text is comjplete, toning and some marking to the pages, browning to the plates. Owners inscriptions and markings on the endpapers. Size: 16mo - over 5¾" - 6¾" tall. Tuffen West (illustrator). …

HARDCOVER. Condition: Fair. 1st edition. 84pp. Sextodecimo in decorative blind-embossed boards with gilt titles. B&W plates. The better part of the backstrip has come completely detached and is now laid in; dampstain to rear board; one plte torn out and laid in; biding brittle.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. pp xx + 130 + 20 with color frontis with tissue; 8 color plates; 250 figures; original gilt cloth. A popular guide to the use of the microscope as a means of amusement and instruction. A new edition with a chapter on the polariscope by F. Kitton and illustrations by Tuffen West. Tuffen West (illustrator).…

Hardcover. Condition: Poor. No Jacket. Reprint. Thirteenth Edition. Loose binding with some detached pages. Wear and damage to the illustrated cloth. With Upwards of 500 Engravings, and Coloured Illustrations By Tuffen West (illustrator).

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Hardcover. Condition: Good. 3rd Edition. No publication date given but plates are dated 1960. 18mo. 106 pages. Brown pebbled cloth boards; blind-stamped design on front and rear; gilt titles on front and spine. Brown endpapers. 8 monochrome plates including frontispiece; a few illustrations in the text. Book catalogue at front and rear. Boards with scattered spots and marks; rubbed, with a few small spots on front board where cloth has worn through; corners bumped; ends of spine fraying, with minor loss; front joint just starting to crack at head; spine slightly cocked. Prize certificate (dated 1865) to front pastedown). Bookseller's pencil annotations to half title page. Pages mostly clean, with just a few spots and handling marks. All plates present. Joints starting to crack; gutters cracked in a couple of places. Tuffen West (illustrator).…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - 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 will 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.…

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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - Explore the hidden world of minute wonders with J. G. Wood's 'Common Objects of the Microscope.' This classic work invites readers to discover the intricacies of biology and natural history through the lens of early scientific instruments. A fascinating guide to microscopy, this book delves into the observation and understanding of objects invisible to the naked eye. Journey back to a time when the microscope unveiled a new realm of scientific exploration, revealing the complexity and beauty of everyday specimens. Perfect for anyone interested in the history of science, the development of microscopy, or simply the beauty of the natural world, 'Common Objects of the Microscope' offers a glimpse into the pioneering spirit of scientific discovery. This meticulously prepared print edition preserves the original text and illustrations, ensuring an enduring appreciation for this seminal work.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.…

Cloth Bound Boards. Condition: Very Good. Second Edition. 1900, the Second Edition, Revised and Re-Written by E.C. Bousfield, L.R.C.P. Size 12mo, 186 pages including index, plus 14 pages of colour plates, plate 8 in colour bound at front as frontispiece. Half navy blue cloth on the spine section, half green hard cover, with gilt titles to the spine. Condition very good plus, corners and spine ends slightly rubbed, a few spots to end-papers else contents very clean throughout. Contains upwards of 500 fine engravings on 14 plates, 400 original engravings by Tuffen West and around 100 additional illustrations by the reviser E.C. Bousfield. The engravings are finely executed and in very clean condition. West, Tuffen (illustrator). …

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

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Hardcover. Condition: Good. Second Edition. Gilt titles. Decorated boards. Minor damage to spine, otherwise a clean tight copy. Tuffen West (illustrator).

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Second Edition. The second edition revised and rewritten by E.C.Bousfield. Undated circa 1897 x, 186pp with 14 plates. Cover boards soiled. Sometime rebacked so binding good and tight. Tuffen West (illustrator).

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - 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.…

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Kartoniert / Broschiert. Condition: New.

Pictorial Boards. Condition: Very Good. Third Edition. 1902, the Third Edition, Revised and Re-Written by E.C. Bousfield, L.R.C.P. Size 12mo, 132 pages including index, plus 14 pages of plates, plate 8 in sepia bound at front as frontispiece the rest bound in at the rear. Pictorial boards, front cover shows titles, a microscope and 2 inset illustrations of objects in the microscope, Fry's Cocoa advert to the rear cover. Condition good plus, corners and edges rubbed, the paper is rubbed through to the cloth on the hinges and as such the hinges are weak, end-papers browned, a few spots to verso of frontispiece else the contents and plates are very clean throughout, no foxing. Contains upwards of 500 fine engravings on 14 plates, 400 original engravings by Tuffen West and around 100 additional illustrations by the reviser E.C. Bousfield. The engravings are finely executed and in very clean condition. West, Tuffen (illustrator).…

Buch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - Explore the hidden world of minute wonders with J. G. Wood's 'Common Objects of the Microscope.' This classic work invites readers to discover the intricacies of biology and natural history through the lens of early scientific instruments. A fascinating guide to microscopy, this book delves into the observation and understanding of objects invisible to the naked eye. Journey back to a time when the microscope unveiled a new realm of scientific exploration, revealing the complexity and beauty of everyday specimens. Perfect for anyone interested in the history of science, the development of microscopy, or simply the beauty of the natural world, 'Common Objects of the Microscope' offers a glimpse into the pioneering spirit of scientific discovery. This meticulously prepared print edition preserves the original text and illustrations, ensuring an enduring appreciation for this seminal work.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: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Buch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - 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.…