Published by Sportsman's Press. London. 1988., 1988
ISBN 10: 0948253266 ISBN 13: 9780948253263
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(Hardcover, 1988). (1958) 1988 Sportsman's Press edition. Small 8vo (130 x 202mm). Pp104. B/w illustrations by Thelwell. Pictorial laminated boards, issued without a dust-wrapper. Minor faults, name to end-paper. Good-plus. A classic of British angling literature by Colin Willock, broadcaster, fisherman, author and angling correspondent of the Daily Herald (later renamed The Sun). Willock's highly amusing, and completely accurate, assessment of angling and anglers is illustrated with cartoons by Thelwell. .
Published by Sportsman's Press. London. 1988., 1988
ISBN 10: 0948253215 ISBN 13: 9780948253218
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First Edition
(Hardcover, 1988). 1988 1st edition. 8vo (159 x 239mm). Pp90. B/w photographs, maps. Red boards, spine titled in gilt. Bookplate & some use. Good in used dust-wrapper. "In a clear and concise way, J.N.P. Watson presents the facts about each branch of hunting, giving advice on such matters as dress, behaviour in the hunting field, hunting methods and the meaning of words and phrases which have been handed down over the centuries. A feature of the book are the superbly drawn maps of Britain and Ireland showing the locations of the hunts." .
Published by Sportsman's Press. London. 1988., 1988
ISBN 10: 0948253266 ISBN 13: 9780948253263
Seller: Coch-y-Bonddu Books Ltd, MACHYNLLETH, United Kingdom
Association Member: PBFA
(Hardcover, 1988). (1958) 1988 Sportsman's Press edition. Small 8vo (130 x 202mm). Pp104. B/w illustrations by Thelwell. Pictorial laminated boards, issued without a dust-wrapper. Very good copy. A classic of British angling literature by Colin Willock, broadcaster, fisherman, author and angling correspondent of the Daily Herald (later renamed The Sun). Willock's highly amusing, and completely accurate, assessment of angling and anglers is illustrated with cartoons by Thelwell. .
Published by Sportsman's Press. London. 1988., 1988
ISBN 10: 0948253231 ISBN 13: 9780948253232
Seller: Coch-y-Bonddu Books Ltd, MACHYNLLETH, United Kingdom
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First Edition
(Hardcover, 1988). 1988 1st edition. 4to (193 x 252mm). Pp192. B/w photographs, illustrations, pictorial end-papers, bibliography. Burgundy boards, spine titled in gilt. Very good in dust-wrapper. Short biographies of many of the early African and Indian big-game hunters including John Pester, Walter Campbell, William Cornwallis Harris, R.G. Gordon Cumming, William Cotton Oswell, Sir Samuel White Baker, Henry Astbury Leveson, James Forsyth, William Rice, Alexander Kinloch, Arthur Neumann, Frederick Selous, John Guille Millais, Theodore Roosevelt, C.H.Stigand, James Sutherland, James Brander Dunbar, Archibald Dunbar Brander, and Walter "Karamojo" Bell. .
Published by Sportsman's Press. London. 1988., 1988
ISBN 10: 0948253223 ISBN 13: 9780948253225
Seller: Coch-y-Bonddu Books Ltd, MACHYNLLETH, United Kingdom
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First Edition
Condition: New. (Hardcover, 1988). 1988 1st edition. 4to (220 x 279mm). Pp160. Colour and b/w plates and photographs, bibliography. Green boards, spine titled in gilt. New unread copy in dust-wrapper. "Collectors in a number of countries have in recent years begun to appreciate the scope and quality to be found in the work of sporting artists. Pictures by Stubbs, the Sartorius family, the Alkens, Marshall, the Herrings, Ferneley, Munnings and Lionel Edwards, now command very high prices in the salerooms. [J.N.P. Watson's book] is a practical guide to the fascinating heritage of works of art depicting racing, hunting, driving and other equestrian activities, shooting, fishing and falconry. It will be enjoyed by anyone, whether an active collector or not, who has a keen interest in these traditional sports and pastimes." .
Published by The Sportsman's Press. London. 1988., 1988
ISBN 10: 0948253231 ISBN 13: 9780948253232
Seller: Coch-y-Bonddu Books Ltd, MACHYNLLETH, United Kingdom
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First Edition
(Hardcover, 1988). 1988 1st edition. 4to (193 x 252mm). Pp192. B/w photographs, illustrations, pictorial end-papers, bibliography. Burgundy boards, spine titled in gilt. Fine unread copy in dust-wrapper. Short biographies of many of the early African and Indian big-game hunters including John Pester, Walter Campbell, William Cornwallis Harris, R.G. Gordon Cumming, William Cotton Oswell, Sir Samuel White Baker, Henry Astbury Leveson, James Forsyth, William Rice, Alexander Kinloch, Arthur Neumann, Frederick Selous, John Guille Millais, Theodore Roosevelt, C.H.Stigand, James Sutherland, James Brander Dunbar, Archibald Dunbar Brander, and Walter "Karamojo" Bell. .
Published by London: The Sportsmans Press, 1988, London, 1988
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. With plates and illustrations, some in colour, quarto, pp. 186.very good copy.
Published by Sportsman's Press. London. 1988., 1989
ISBN 10: 0948253282 ISBN 13: 9780948253287
Seller: Coch-y-Bonddu Books Ltd, MACHYNLLETH, United Kingdom
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First Edition
Condition: new. (Hardcover, 1988). 1988 1st edition. 4to (219 x 278mm). Pp176. B/w photographs, colour & b/w illustrations, bibliography. Blue boards, spine titled in gilt. Fine new copy in dust-wrapper. This is a detailed look at the lives and careers of Sir John Everett Millais, his son Sir John Millais and grandson Raoul Millias. Raoul Millais provides much first-hand information about is own life and that of his father, Sir John. Much material is also included on the many influential friends of the Millais, including John Ruskin and his unfortunate wife Effie, as well as many of the Pre-Raphaelites. Includes appendices recording, recollections of Sir J.E. Millias by F.G. Stephens; recollections of J.E. Millais by Mrs Richmond Ritchie; Obituary of J.G. Millais from The Times. .