Isabel Mitchell Manchuria (9 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Good. THERE ARE NO TARIFFS OR CUSTOMS DUTIES ON BOOKS. Edited by the Rev. F.W.S. O.Neill, M,A.With a preface by the right Rev. John Irwin, M.A. D.D, moderator of the Irish Presbyterian Church.With nine illustrations and a map. Browining to deckled page edges, fading and light wear to spine. Curling to corners of cover.

3rd Ed. Sm. 8vo. 222pp. + [ii]. Port. frontis., 8 ills., map. F.e.ps. lightly browned, contemporary ownership inscription, original gilt lettered green cloth with dark green chinese lettering to upper board, some light soiling, head and tail of spine sl. bumped. US$74.

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket. Third Edition. "Isabel 'Ida' Deane Mitchell (1879 1917) was an Irish Presbyterian medical missionary in China. She set sail for China in the autumn of 1905 to take up a post as missionary for the Women's Association of Foreign Missions of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland. In November 1905 she reached the mission station in Fakumen, immediately taking up lessons in Mandarin. Upon her death from diptheria, a local Christian leader stated that 'Our doctor has given her life for us. For twelve years she has been at the call of any one who suffered. She was like a man in her strength, and rose at any hour of the night or day to help us. Her name is known and revered through all this country.'" - Wikipedia. "Composed chiefly of her private letters to her mother and her sister. These letters were not intended for publication. They are all the more revealing and intimate on that account. They tell, as no other narrative could do, the story of her eleven and a half years of pioneer service, by which from small beginnings she built up a great mission Hospital." - Editor's Note. Reprint of the 1917 first edition. [x]-xvii, [1], 19-222, [2] pp. Eight pages of marvelous black and white photographic plates. Map. Binding tight. No dust jacket, apparently as issued. Former library copy with usual markings to endpapers and backstrip mostly blackened in ink, otherwise clean and unmarked. Average wear to original decorated green cloth. A sound copy of this truly inspiring tribute.; Sm 8vo.

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1918 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: 250 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: 250 Mitchell, Isabel Deane, 1879-1917.

Condition: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned. Rare. A few marks to the boards. Light tan to page edges. A good reading copy.

London [1918], Clarke. Green cloth, 222p., 10 b.w. photos, very good copy. Biographical study covering the years 1879-1917, based on her diaries. Dr. Mitchell pioneered medical work in the then forsaken Manchurian fields, working with women, children, & the poor. She built up a Mission hospital and was a surgeon and physician to the local inhabitants. Scans can be sent by email.

London [1918], Clarke. Green cloth, 222p., 10 b.w. photos, very good, small punch from back cover penetrates about 50p, but of small significance, else solid, and clean, author's signed and 1928 dated presentation copy, as is.FIRST EDITION Biographical study covering the years 1879-1917, based on her diaries. Dr. Mitchell pioneered medical work in the then forsaken Manchurian fields, working with women, children, & the poor. She built up a Mission hospital and was a surgeon and physician to the local inhabitants. Scans can be sent by email.

London [1918], Clarke. Green cloth, 222p., 10 b.w. photos, very good copy, with 2p. author's holographic letter pinned in, signed and dated Shanghai 17 Oct. 1905, with obituary of Mukden, May 1 of Mitchell's passing and burial in Kirin. Biographical study covering the years 1879-1917, based on her diaries. Dr. Mitchell pioneered medical work in the then forsaken Manchurian fields, working with women, children, & the poor. She built up a Mission hospital and was a surgeon and physician to the local inhabitants. Scans can be sent by email.

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 1918. 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, Vol: - , Pages: - 250, 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. 250 250.