LIFE OF SIR JOHN FRANKLIN AND THE NORTH-WEST PASSAGE.
Markham, Captain Albert Hastings
Published by George Philip and Son, 1891
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Cloth
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1st Edition, (undated but collation similar): xii, 324pp, illustrated, frontispiece, 9 plates, illustrations in text and 6 maps (4 coloured, 2 of which folding). Blue cloth covers ruled and titled in black. An account of the life and explorations on one of the world's great explorersIncludes an account of Franklin's first Arctic voyage in 1818 with Captain Buchan, in search of the North Pole; also his two Canadian overland expeditions and his final voyage in search of the North West Passage. Minor spotting to page edges and age toning, contents clean. Very Good Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 1 kilogram. Category: Arctic & Antarctic; Antarctic; Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 2431. Seller Inventory # 2431
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Title: LIFE OF SIR JOHN FRANKLIN AND THE NORTH-WEST...
Publisher: George Philip and Son
Publication Date: 1891
Binding: Cloth
Condition: Very Good
Edition: 1st Edition
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Life of Sir. John Franklin and the North West Passage: The World's Great Explorers Series
Published by
George Philip and Son, 1891
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Hardcover
Seller: Anybook.com, Lincoln, United Kingdom
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Condition: Fair. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. No dust jacket. Octavo size. Cloth boards. GIlt lettering on spine. Internally clean. Binding slightly split. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,800grams, ISBN: Seller Inventory # 6621045
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Life of Sir John Franklin and the North West Passage
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Seller: World of Rare Books, Goring-by-Sea, SXW, United Kingdom
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Condition: Good. No Edition Remarks. 324 pages. No dust jacket. Blue cloth boards with lettering. Contains colour folded maps. Clean pages and maps with light tanning and mild foxing throughout. More pronounced to free endpapers and pastedowns. Pen inscription to front free endpaper. Binding remains firm. Boards have mild edge-wear with slight rubbing to surfaces and bumping to corners. Lettering is darkened. Minor tanning to spine and edges with crushing to spine ends. Minor wear marks to boards. Seller Inventory # 1736344671MHA
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Life of Sir John Franklin and the North West passage
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Rear hinge crack, binding still firm, minimal wear. Seller Inventory # 41736
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Life of Sir John Franklin and The North-West Passage
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Seller: Crossroad Books, Eau Claire, WI, U.S.A.
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Hardcover. Condition: with no dust jacket. Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket. No publication date; circa 1900. Four color maps; two fold-out. Ex-Library copy; with typical markings. Paper label at tail of spine. Bumping, some wear at spine extremities and tips of corners. Bumping along bottom edges. Light surface rubbing. Hinges starting. Pages a bit age-toned, and some light soil to endpapers. Else pages clean, but for library markings. No dustjacket. ; EXH16C; 7-1/8 x 5"; 324 pages; Ex-Library. Seller Inventory # 44206
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Life of Sir John Franklin and the North-West Passage (Classic Reprint)
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book retells the dynamic life of Sir John Franklin, a renowned sailor, explorer, and Arctic navigator. It chronicles his adventurous career, starting with his upbringing in rural England. Franklin's resolute spirit drove him to enlist in the Royal Navy, where he embarked on his life-long passion for the sea, and took part in the historic Battle of Copenhagen. After exploring the vast coastlines of Australia, Franklin's life took a decisive turn when he accepted the daunting challenge of finding the elusive Northwest Passage. The narrative delves into his daring expeditions to the Arctic, the hardships faced by his crew, and the eventual tragedy that shrouded his ships in mystery. Ultimately, this book explores Franklin's legacy, not only as a skilled navigator, but as a pioneer whose explorations contributed significantly to our understanding of the Arctic region. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333535353_0
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A Brave man and his belongings, being some passages in the life of Sir John Franklin, F.R.S., K.H.C., &c., &c. first discoverer of the North-West Passage 1874 [LeatherBound]
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Leatherbound. Condition: NEW. 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: 77. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1874 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: 77. Seller Inventory # LB100154472312
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A Brave man and his belongings, being some passages in the life of Sir John Franklin, F.R.S., K.H.C., &c., &c. : first discoverer of the North-West Passage 1874 [Leather Bound]
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Seller: Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, India
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Leather Bound. Condition: New. 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 1874. 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: - 77, 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. 77. Seller Inventory # LB1111001372448
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A Brave man and his belongings, being some passages in the life of Sir John Franklin, F.R.S., K.H.C., &c., &c. first discoverer of the North-West Passage. 1874 [Leather Bound]
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Seller: Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, India
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Leather Bound. Condition: New. 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 1874. 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: - 77, 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. 77. Seller Inventory # LB1111009647024
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Life of Sir John Franklin and the North-West Passage
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The World's Great Explorers and Explorations: Life of Sir John Franklin and The North West Passage
Published by
George Philip & Sons, 1891
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Hardcover
Seller: Anybook.com, Lincoln, United Kingdom
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Condition: Good. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In good all round condition. No dust jacket. Medium 8vo. Brown cloth binding with black border and lettering on front board. Gilt lettering on backstrip. A little shelfwear including bumped and slightly worn corners and warping at the very ends of backstrip. Small ink spot on front board. Brown end papers. Frontispiece with tissue guard. Preface has detached. Remaining page block is secure, clean and clear. Contains thirteen plate illustrations including three coloured maps. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,750grams, ISBN: Seller Inventory # 9387893
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