Anecdotes by Ralph Temple (35 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.

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

Hardcover. Condition: Good +. 5 x 8 in. Cloth boards. Condition is GOOD+ ; corners and spine ends worn, covers clean. Front joint a bit loose and the signatures are all a touch loose but holding fine. Text unmarked. Trav. Stax.

Paperback. Condition: New. New copy - Usually dispatched within 4 working days.

Half Leather & Marbled Boards. Condition: Good. 442pp. Matching marbled edges, end-paper & boards. Front hinge cracking but all still well bound together. Interior in nice clean condition with just some occasional minor age staining. No names or inscriptions. See picture attached.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Very good condition hardback dark green boards with gilt decoration on front boards with the title enterprise and adventure with a decoration in the centre of the board in gilt. Author and title etc clearly shown on spine in gilt. 442 pages gilt edged all the way round, good and clean with clear print. Corners of boards bumped a little. Presentation sticker inside front board: St. Ives Academy midsummer 1887 1st class prize presented to Master W Jacobs by Mr. Rowe. Frontispiece: in black and white, Argo watching for the signals.…

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Paperback / softback. Condition: New. New copy - Usually dispatched within 4 working days.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. hardback, 8vo, vi,442pp, 14 b/w plates, red edges, slight foxing, otherwise clean and tight, no inscriptions, marbled boards and half-leather binding, edges rubbed, otherwise Very Good condition.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. hardback, 8vo, vi,442,(8)pp, 14 b/w plates, gilt edges, prize bookplate, slight foxing, otherwise clean and tight, green decorated cloth, Very Good condition.

Hardcover. Condition: good. pgs:442. 1881, rebacked copy, new spine, some wear to decorated boards, feint toning to title page, contents clean & bright, no markings, binding tight, Professional booksellers since 1981.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Dust Jacket.

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. First Edition. A hardback book in near good condition, dated 1865, First Edition. A little wear to the boards at the top of the spine area of the book otherwise a bright and clean book.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. 1st 1865. Lacking the true frontispiece ' Arago watching for the Signals'; (another illustration, listed to face p. 3, wrongly bound as frontispiece). Otherwise all present and correct. Vg hardback copy in red binding. Plates are tanned and the backs of them have tide-marks of tanning. LISTING PHOTO DOES NOT NECESSARILY MATCH THIS COPY.…

Condition: New. KlappentextrnrnThis is a reproduction of the original artefact. Generally these books are created from careful scans of the original. This allows us to preserve the book accurately and present it in the way the author intended. Since the origina.

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced typographical errors, and jumbled words. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. …

Condition: New. KlappentextrnrnThis is a reproduction of the original artefact. Generally these books are created from careful scans of the original. This allows us to preserve the book accurately and present it in the way the author intended. Since the origina.

Hardback. Condition: VG-. No DW. Half leather and marbled boards. Very clean tight text. Spine bit worn. Book is in very good minus condition with minor but noticeable signs of wear and/or age.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. 1st edition. 12mo. (4) + v + (1) + 442 + (8)pp including Publisher'slist at rear. All edges gilt. Tissue guarded engraved frontis + 13 other plates. Publisher's maroon blind stamped cloth covers, large gilt cartouche with maroon lettering on front + on spine, gilt floral decoration on spine. blind line around edges. Original white eps. Neat dedication on fep " Christmas 1886 ". Covers rubs top/bottom of spine, slight rubs some patchy fade marks else very clean. Contents : slight foxing to prelims & trails else clean & tight. Clean tight quite attractive copy . VG.…

Fine Binding. Condition: Good. An illustrated collection of anecdotes in a Relfe binding. With 14 plates A charming collection of short stories, both fictional and true, giving tales of adventure, bravery and exploration including accounts of Arctic exploration and experiences in Africa. In a full calf prize binding by Relfe brothers. Externally, with two score marks to the front board and bumping causing loss to the corner of the rear board. Otherwise no rubbing or marks. Front hinge slightly strained. Prize bookplate from St Bee's Grammar school to front pastedown. Internally, firmly bound. Pages bright and clean. Overall: VERY GOOD Good. None (illustrator). book.…

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: 84. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1870 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: 84.…

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: 288. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1870 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: 288.…

Condition: New. Print on Demand pp. 482.

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1870 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: 289 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: 289.…

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1865 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: 451 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: 451 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 1870. 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: - 84, 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. 84 84.…

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1865 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: 489 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: 489.…

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 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: 493 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: 493 Language: English.…