february 1920 (21 resultados)

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

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

No Binding. Condición: Near Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Near Fine. 1st Edition. THIS IS A 12", 33 1/3 RPM,MONOPHONIC RECORD IN IT'S ORIGINAL FORMAT AND PACKAGING IN A PROTECTIVE VINYL OUTER SLEEVE TO BE CAREFULLY WRAPPED AND BOXED FOR SAFE SHIPMENT.SHIPPING RATES OUTSIDE THE US WILL BE ADJUSTED FOR ACTUAL COST. Four concerti are performed by Monteux and The Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Neville Mariner conducting. The record is in near mint condition as is the jacket and will be carefully wrapped and boxed for safe shipping.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book, a comprehensive guide to the application of electricity in printing, opens with a review of old-fashioned methods of installing and transmitting power by means of steam or gas engines, before exploring the significant improvements made possible by electricity. The author then discusses modern electric power, with chapters on motors, controllers, and speed regulation. Special applications of electricity to the mammoth newspaper printing machines are described, as are various other subsidiary applications of electricity more or less directly connected with printing. The author concludes by emphasizing the immense field open to the application of electricity and stresses the advantages such as flexibility and efficiency that electricity can deliver as a form of energy that can be taken to the job. The author presents a vision of electricity as offering nearly limitless possibilities in printing applications. 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.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book details the post-World War I battle between federal civil servants seeking a fair wage during a time of rampant inflation and a stingy, uncooperative Civil Service Commission. This book describes a coalition of federal civil servants united by the Federation of Civil Service of Canada fighting against the low wages set by the Civil Service Commission. The author gives an in-depth view of the strategies used by both sides as the public workers fight for a living wage. The book provides a detailed historical account of the bureaucratic struggles and political battles that took place between government workers and the government itself. The author reveals the political power struggles that kept wages low for government employees even after inflation had rendered their salaries nearly worthless. This book is a must -read for anyone interested in the history of labor unions, workers' rights, and economic fairness in government. 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.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. 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.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. 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.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a roadmap for reforming the United States' foreign service to meet present-day needs. The author, a former diplomat and army officer, presents a comprehensive critique of the current system, arguing that it is outdated, inefficient, and incapable of meeting the demands of a globalized world. The author's recommendations include increasing salaries and benefits for foreign service officers, establishing a clear career path for advancement, and providing more training and support for officers and their families. This book is a timely and important contribution to the debate over how to reform the United States' foreign service. The author's insights will be of interest to policymakers, scholars, and anyone concerned about the future of American diplomacy. 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.

Condición: Near Fine. First UK edition hard back binding in publisher's original pale green paper covered boards, gilt title and author lettering to the spine. 8vo. 9'' x 6''. Contains 317 printed pages of text. Foxing to the closed page edges. Near Fine condition book in near Fine condition period art work dust wrapper, not price clipped. Dust wrapper supplied in archive acetate film protection, this preserves and prolongs the life of the paper, it is not adhered to the book or to the dust wrapper. We currently hold in stock 8 other titles by this author. Member of the P.B.F.A. ISBN 434066079 MODERN FIRST EDITIONS.

First edition hard back binding in publisher's original green cloth covers, gilt lettering to the spine. 8vo 9'' x 6''. Contains frontispiece, [x] 318 printed pages of text with 12 monochrome illustrations throughout. Bookplate to the front paste down, light foxing to the title page and page edges, spine tips and corners turned-in. In Good condition, no dust wrapper. Member of the P.B.F.A. BIO (Résumé, Memoir).

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book presents the famous collection of effigies which has become a national institution in England under the well known name of Madame Tussauds. Originating from the remarkable period of the French Revolution, the collection has grown consistently and holds great historical value with its life-like wax figures. The author explores the main gures of the Revolution and Napoleonic Wars and discusses the continuing significance of the collection for understanding these pivotal moments in history. The book also highlights the development of wax modeling as a medium for preserving historical likeness and provides insights into the artistic techniques used to create these iconic historical portraits. 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.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the realm of relativity, a groundbreaking theory proposed by Albert Einstein that revolutionized our understanding of space, time, and gravity. The author explores the historical context of Einstein's work, tracing its roots back to the theories of Newton and Galileo. The book delves into the core concepts of relativity, including the equivalence principle, the absence of an absolute frame of reference, and the constancy of the speed of light. It provides a comprehensive examination of the experimental evidence supporting the theory, such as the Michelson-Morley experiment and the precession of the perihelion of Mercury. The author also discusses the implications of relativity for our understanding of the universe, including the expansion of the universe and the existence of black holes. Ultimately, this book unveils the profound impact of relativity on science and challenges readers to rethink their notions of space, time, and the nature of reality. 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.

Condición: Very Good. First edition hard back binding in publisher's original colour illustrated glazed boards, daffodil end papers. 4to. 11'' x 8½''. The title character is a dishevelled, accident-prone Afghan Hound puppy, whose real name is Prince Amir of Kinjan. Small bumps to the corners and in Very Good condition, no dust wrapper as issued. Member of the P.B.F.A. CHILDREN'S & JUVENILE.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. 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.

Condición: Fine. First edition hard back binding in publisher's original blue cloth covered boards, blocked and lettered silver back. 8vo. 9½'' x 6¼''. Dundas was called up early in the Second World War, serving with No. 616 Squadron flying Spitfires. He was shot down on 22 August 1940 and wounded during the Battle of Britain. Jeffrey Quill transferred full-time to Vickers Supermarine in 1938, whereupon he took complete charge of Spitfire test flying. Contains (ix), 180 pp with monochrome archive photographs throughout. Fine condition book in Fine condition price clipped dust wrapper. + No. 1499 of 2010 '50th Anniversary of the First Flight of the Spitfire' flown cover SIGNED to the front cover by 'Hugh Dundas 616 Sqdn. Spitfire' and 'Jeffrey Quill' - 5th March 1986 post marked stamp, one other stamp to the rear 'Royal Air Force Coningsby 5th March 1986', certification signed by Group Captain W. S. O. Randle - Royal Air Force Museum, one cachet insert. Dust wrapper supplied in archive acetate film protection. Member of the P.B.F.A. ROYAL AIR FORCE (RAF).

Condición: Fine. The book is in fine condition.

LeatherBound. Condición: 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: 56. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1920 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: French Pages: 56.

First edition hard back binding in publisher's original green cloth covers, gilt lettering to the spine. 8vo 9'' x 6''. Contains [x] 318 printed pages of text. Monochrome illustrations throughout. SIGNED by the author to the title page 'A old association, Midleton, May 1939.' Light foxing to the title page and page edges, spine tips turned-in. Very Good condition book in copy dust wrapper. Member of the P.B.F.A. BIO (Résumé, Memoir).

First edition hard back binding in publisher's original burgundy paper covered boards, blocked and lettered gilt back. 12mo. 7½'' x 5¼''. Contains 231 pp. Small gold name and address label to the front free end paper. Very Good condition book in Good condition dust wrapper with chip to the bottom front corner, not price clipped, 21s. Dust wrapper supplied in archive acetate film protection. Member of the P.B.F.A. DETECTIVE | CRIME FICTION.

Condición: Fine. Hard back binding in publisher's original black cloth covered boards, blocked and lettered gilt back. 8vo. 9½'' x 6¼''. Contains 548 pp with monochrome archive photographs throughout. Fine condition book in Fine condition dust wrapper, not price clipped, £29.95. + 2 flown covers (i): No. 176 of 200 '80th Anniversary of the Royal Air Force' souvenir flown cover SIGNED to the front cover by 'Bill Reid V.C.' and 'John Cruikshank V.C.' - 1st April 1998 post marked stamp, two cachet inserts | (ii): No. 525 of 1100 'The Major Assault 9-12 August 1940' souvenir flown cover SIGNED to the front cover by 'Rod Learoyd V.C.' - 7th April 1990 post marked stamp, three cachet inserts. Dust wrapper supplied in archive acetate film protection. Member of the P.B.F.A. VICTORIA CROSS AWARDS.

First edition in publisher's original illustrated card wrap covers (soft back). 8vo. 9½'' x 6¼''. Magennis was part of several operations involving X-Craft midget submarines in attacks on Axis ships. In July 1945, Magennis was serving on HMS XE3 during Operation Struggle. During an attack on the Japanese cruiser Takao in Singapore, Magennis showed extraordinary valour and bravery by leaving the submarine for a second time in order to free some explosive charges that had got caught, he is only person in naval history to exit a submarine in a diving suit, perform a military operation and return to the same submarine. His commanding officer, Lieutenant Ian Edward Fraser, was also awarded the Victoria Cross for his actions during the operation. Contains 224 pp with monochrome archive photographs throughout. In Fine condition, supplied in archive acetate film protection. SIGNED by the author to the title page 'To Chris Maccabe C.B. (Associate Political Director) with compliments from George Fleming' + souvenir 130th Anniversary of the Institution of the Victoria Cross cover DOUBLE SIGNED 'Ian Fraser V.C.' and James J. Magennis V.C.' to the front cover, 29th January 1986 post marked stamp. Housed in Fine condition paper covered open-fronted slip case. Member of the P.B.F.A. VICTORIA CROSS AWARDS.