Published by Burke London, 1963
Seller: Chapter 1, Johannesburg, GAU, South Africa
First Edition Signed
Hardcover. Condition: Fair. Dust Jacket Condition: Fair. 1st Edition. Signed by Author(s)the jacket has several small tears, and is shelf rubbed and worn. the book has a nasty stain at the bottom and the boards are chipped. one previous owner's signature. the binding is strong. one scar on the back end paper.included with the book is a photo of moore signed on the front. additionally the photo is signed and inscribed on the back " delighted! and all best wishes Patrick Moore" the book itself is NOT signed. Our orders are shipped using tracked courier delivery services. signed.
Language: English
Published by Burke Publishing Company Ltd, London, 1963
Seller: West Hull Rare Books - ABA, ILAB, P.B.F.A., Hull, YORKS, United Kingdom
Association Member: PBFA
First Edition Signed
US$ 673.36
Quantity: 1 available
Add to basketHardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. HARDBACK - A near fine book bound in the publisher's green cloth boards with bright silver lettering present to the spine. There is just a touch of pushing to the spine tips, aside from the pushing, the boards are very clean and fresh. Internally clean with a touch of foxing to the closed text blocks. No foxing or finger marks inset. There is a small name to the top of the front end-paper just above the authors inscription ( M.J. Clarke ). Signed and inscribed by the author to the title page. The inscription reads.MATTHEW - WITH BEST WISHES / PATRICK / 1963 OCTOBER17. Matthew Clarke was a lifelong friend of Sir Patrick', his father having served in the RAF with Mr Moore. The family connection continued throughout the astronomer's life, especially after the early death of Matthew Clarke's parents. An excellent association copy. The dust wrapper is in near fine condition with no loss or tears and with bright colouring. Light soiling to the rear panel. The publisher's printed price of 10s.6d.net is present to the front flap. Signed by Author(s).