Playford phillip (24 resultados)

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Soft cover. Condición: Very Good. A very good copy with previous owner's inscription on front free endpaper. Pp. ix, 113.

Soft cover. Condición: Fine. A fine copy. Pp. v, 98 plus folding map in rear endpocket. Part I: Geology and Groundwater Potential by Philip E. Playford. Part II: Hydrology by R.E.J. Leech. Appendix: Fossils from the Herschell Limestonein the Collection of the Western Australian Museum by George W. Kendrick. GEOLOGICAL SURVEY OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA Report 6. …

Soft cover. Condición: Near Fine. Light edge wear.

Soft cover. Condición: Fine. Covers & Spine: front and back showing only light scuffing & signs of handling otherwise undamaged, minimal wear along edges and at corners, spine is intact and solid. Binding: firm throughout. Pages & Markings: unstained, no markings, clean throughout. PLEASE NOTE: Due to this item weighing less than 500g, postage cost for international orders (i.e. not Australian) will be less than what is shown here. Please email me if you would like a quote. All items are protectively packaged, and a postal tracking number will be sent to all customers whose current email address is registered with AbeBooks.…

8vo. pp.ix + 113 with black & white illustrations and maps. aoriinal pictorial softcover Very good copy.

Softcover. Condición: Near Fine. WEST AUSTRALIANA Aboriginal Maritime - Presentation and discussion of Willem de Vlamingh's navigation of the WA coast 1696-1697; p. 38-41 Vlamingh's unsuccessful search for Aboriginal inhabitants of upper Swan River region; discovery of bark huts and fires; p. 45 Sighting of Aboriginal people near present town of Gregory; includes translation of de Vlamingh's journal (p.82-105)First Edition. ix, 113 p. : ill. ; 24 cm. #250726 First Nations (AIATSIS) Subject: Rottnest Island / Wadjemup (SW WA SH50-14) Swan River (SW WA SH50-14) Subject: Vlamingh, Willem de, 1640- -- Journeys -- Western Australia Western Australia -- Discovery and exploration Elizabeth's Bookshops have been one of Australia's premier independent book dealers since 1973. Elizabeth's family-owned business operates four branches in Perth CBD, Fremantle (WA), and Newtown (NSW). All orders are dispatched within 24 hours from our Fremantle Warehouse. All items can be viewed at Elizabeth's Bookshop Warehouse, 23 Queen Victoria Street\, Fremantle WA.…

Hardcover. Condición: Near Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Near Fine. Illustrated with photographs in colour and black and white, maps. 25 cm. XII. 260 pages Near fine book in near fine dust jacket.

Hardcover. Condición: Near Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Near Fine. 1st Edition. Book condition is near fine. Hard cover. 1st edition, published 1996, Book boards clean and unmarked front and back of the book. Book block is clean & unmarked all sides of the book. Spine intact. Ex-owner inscribed note on the first fly page. No foxing. Over a near fine copy. See photos. Extra charges for over-sea, due to the weight is over 500grams. Actual weight of the book is 0.720gram. Carpet of Silver: "Carpet of Silver: The Wreck of the Zuytdorp" recounts the dramatic story of the Dutch East India Company ship Zuytdorp, which was wrecked on the Western Australian coast in 1712, offering insights into maritime history, early contact with Indigenous Australians, and the challenges of survival. Historical Background of the Zuytdorp: The Zuytdorp was a Dutch East India Company (VOC) ship that set sail in 1711 from the Netherlands to Batavia (modern-day Jakarta, Indonesia). Laden with silver coins and valuable trade goods, it was part of the VOC's fleet returning from the Dutch East Indies. On 1 May 1712, the ship was wrecked along the rugged coastline of what is now the Shark Bay region in Western Australia, between the Wooramel River and the Zuytdorp Cliffs. The wreck remained undiscovered for centuries due to the remoteness and sheer cliffs of the region. The Wreck and Its Significance: The wreck site is notable for several reasons: Remoteness and preservation: The Zuytdorp cliffs isolated the wreck from easy salvage, leaving some of the cargo, including coins and other artifacts, partly exposed on the beach and cliffs. Archaeological interest: The site has been the focus of maritime archaeology, particularly from the 20th century onwards, revealing the ship's remains, cargo, and even evidence of the crew's fate. Cultural intersections: Local Indigenous groups have oral histories that may intersect with the fate of survivors or interactions following the wreck, though detailed accounts remain limited. "Carpet Of Silver: The Wreck of the Zuytdorp" is known as a historical account exploring the tragedy of the shipwreck and its broader context, including: The voyages of the Dutch East India Company and the hazards of 18th-century maritime trade. The mystery surrounding the fate of the crew and passengers. The impact of the wreck on the surrounding environment and early European exploration of Western Australia. Salvage operations, both historical and modern, that recovered coins and valuable ship items, giving the title "Carpet of Silver" symbolic meaning. Legacy and Modern Significance: Today, the Zuytdorp wreck highlights: The dangers faced by VOC ships along the South and West Australian coasts. The historical connections between Europe and Australia during early maritime trade. An intriguing chapter in maritime archaeology and local history, with artifacts displayed in regional museums. The cliff-top location of the wreck, giving it a dramatic and evocative reputation among historians and writers. "Carpet Of Silver: The Wreck of the Zuytdorp" serves as both a historical study and an evocative narrative, illustrating the perils of long-distance maritime voyages in the Age of Sail, the allure of lost treasure, and the human stories connected with maritime disasters. The book or account is often referenced in studies of Western Australian coastal history and Dutch maritime exploration.…

Hardcover. Condición: Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Near Fine. 2006 reprint. Light edge wear to DJ.

Hardcover. Condición: Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Very Good. Title: Carpet of Silver: The Wreck of the Zuytdorp Author: Phillip Playford Publisher: University of Western Australia Press (UWA Publishing), 2006 (Revised Edition) Format: Hardcover | 260 pages (includes historical maps, illustrations, and dive photographs) ISBN-10: 1875560734 Condition Details Below: - Very Good (Ex-Library Copy) - Spine: Solid and completely intact. - Text Body & Book Block: Clean, crisp, and entirely unmarked throughout the book. - Standard library markings present. Features the remainder of a top paper library pocket on the first flyleaf page, a library sticker on the bottom of the first leaf page, and a white security sticker on the back board. - Overall, this is a remarkably great, neat, and tightly bound copy of a highly sought-after volume. Synopsis the Book below: Winner of the prestigious Western Australian Premier's Book Award, "Carpet of Silver" is a highly acclaimed historical non-fiction masterpiece by celebrated geologist and historian Phillip Playford. The narrative expertly weaves meticulous archival research with real-life salvage adventure to detail the gripping maritime mystery of the Zuytdorp. A Dutch East India Company (VOC) flagship that vanished in 1712 with 250,000 silver guilder coins. Key subjects explored include: -The Disappearance: The tragic 1712 voyage from Cape Town to modern-day Jakarta. -The Discovery: The mid-20th-century location of the wreck along the rugged Zuytdorp Cliffs of Western Australia. -The Carpet of Silver: The breathtaking underwater discovery of silver coins fused to the seabed. -The Fate of Survivors: Playford's compelling archaeological theory that shipwreck survivors integrated with local Aboriginal tribes, potentially establishing them as Australia's first permanent European inhabitants. Collector's Note: UWA Publishing lists this title as sold out. It is no longer actively printed or distributed to retail bookstores. As a seminal piece of Western Australian maritime history, physical copies are scarce and highly collectable. Shipping Terms & International Delivery: Please note: Because it significantly exceeds standard weight quotas, extra shipping charges will apply for international/overseas transit. Actual weight of the book is 0.846 kg. International buyers will be requested to formally approve these extra shipping charges via the AbeBooks system prior to dispatch. …

SOFTCOVER. 1976. First edition. A near fine copy which is comprised of the book and a separate folder of 10 maps. The book and maps are in fine, unused condition and are only marked by some black ink lettering on the front wrap of the book and the front cover of the map folder. Scans available if required.…

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Good. 1st Edition. Very good condition. Minor wear to book corners and edges. Previous owner has signed inside page. Some faint minor marks on foredges. Light sunning to top foredge. Dust jacket has creasing to the top edge. Interior and binding are still excellent. Rare 1st edition hardcover.​ The Zuytdorp, one of the great ships of the Dutch East India Company, disappeared without a trace after leaving Cape Town for Batavia in April 1712. In Carpet of Silver, Phillip Playford, one of the wreck's discoverers, gives an engrossing account of an incredible true story, a personal adventure, and a fabulous treasure. Fact is definitely more exciting than fiction.…

Condición: Very Good. Softcover. A nice clean copy.

Hardcover. Condición: Near Fine. No Jacket. The following of the Shipwreck Collection of Two Titles: Book (1) Tasmanian Shipwrecks: Volume 1 1797-1899. Book condition is fine and Immaculate. 2nd edition, published 2012. Dual signatures authors on the title page. A copy of the 2012 Second Edition signed by both authors is highly uncommon. Book boards are clean and immaculate front and back of the book. Book block is clean and immaculate all sides of the book. Dust jacket is fine condition. Text body is clean and immaculate throughout the book. Spine intact. Pages a crisp and clean. Over-all an excellent and immaculate book. Heavy book. Extra charges for over-sea shipping as the book weight exceed 500grams. Out-of-Print Status. Book (2) Carpet of Silver: The Wreck of the Zuytdorp 1998 Phillip Playford Book condition is very good. Hard cover. Ex-library copy with usual marking, the remainder of the top of paper library on the first fly leaf page, library sticker on the bottom of the first leaf page and security white sticker on the back of the book boards. Spine intact. Text body is clean & unmarked throughout the book. Book block is clean & unmarked throughout the book. Very-all great neat copy except for library sticker on the first fly page. Out-of-Print Status. Extra charges for over-sea shipping as the weight combined exceed 500grams. Signed by Author(s).…

Hardback. Previous knowledge of Willem de Vlamingh's 1696-7 voyage to Terra Australis has been based on his ships' logs. But Phillip Playford's discovery of a hand-written French translation of Vlamingh's personal journal from the voyage now provides, through this beautifully produced book, much greater insight into this major event in Australia's history. This account of Vlamingh's expedition by award-winning author Phillip Playford includes accounts from Vlamingh's personal journal lost after it was translated into French in the early eighteenth century. The author recently rediscovered this translation, which has shed new light on Vlamingh and his voyage of discovery. This book was short-listed for the WA Premier's Book Awards 1999. 1998, First edition. A fine, unmarked copy in a fine d/w. Scans available if required.…

Hardcover. Condición: Near Fine. No Jacket. 1st Edition. The book comes with a box with maps. Complete. Box is very good condition. Book is in near fine condition. Hard cover. Spine intact. Text body clean and unmarked throughout the book. Book boards clean front and back of the book. Book block is clean & unmarked all side of the book. Maps are in fine and neat condition. Over-all in excellent condition. See photo for more information. Extra charges for over-sea shipping due to weight exceed 500 grams. Actual weight is 2.699kg.Devonian Reef Complexes of the Canning Basin, Western Australia (GSWA Bulletin 145). A few key points drawn from the search results: What Bulletin 145 Is: It is a comprehensive, page geological bulletin published by the Geological Survey of Western Australia (GSWA) in 2009. The bulletin documents the Devonian reef complexes that form a belt of rugged limestone ranges along the northern margin of the Canning Basin. These reefs are considered the world's best exposed ancient barrier reef system, often called the Devonian Great Barrier Reef. Geological Significance. The reef complexes are spectacularly preserved examples of Upper Devonian barrier, back reef, and fore reef environments. They are important for: Zinc lead mineralization (several deposits occur in these rocks). Petroleum potential, especially where the reefs extend into the subsurface. Bulletin 145 provides the definitive field description of the outcropping highstand systems tract (HST) portion of the reef complexes.…

Stiff Wraps. 2nd edition in paperback. 2nd ed., octavo, stiff pictorial wraps with 'Premier Book Awards Winner' sticker to lower front, b&w text illus, maps, pp xii. 260. Near-fine condition. Scarce. The Zuytdorp was a great ship of the VOC - Dutch East India Company, which disappeared in 1712 off a remote part of the Western Australian coast, carrying a rich cargo of silver coins. The stories surrounding the discovery of the wreck and its treasures. Includes many photographs. Maps show the site of the wreck.…

Stiff Wraps. 1st edition in paperback. 1st ed thus, octavo, stiff pictorial wraps with 'Premier Book Awards Winner' sticker to lower front, b&w text illus, maps, pp xii. 260. Near-fine condition. Scarce. The Zuytdorp was a great ship of the VOC - Dutch East India Company, which disappeared in 1712 off a remote part of the Western Australian coast, carrying a rich cargo of silver coins. The stories surrounding the discovery of the wreck and its treasures. Includes many photographs. Maps show the site of the wreck.…

Boards in d.j. 1st edition. 1st ed., octavo, pp xii. 260, incl Index, col and b&w text illus, maps, cloth boards, dustjacket. Related clippings loosely inserted. Very lightly bumped to the top inner corner. Near-fine condition in like dustjacket. Scarce. Rare hard-cover copy. The Zuytdorp was a great ship of the VOC - Dutch East India Company, which disappeared in 1712 off a remote part of the Western Australian coast, carrying a rich cargo of silver coins. The stories surrounding the discovery of the wreck and its treasures. Includes many photographs. Maps show the site of the wreck.…

Stiff Wraps. 1st edition in paperback. 1st ed thus, octavo, stiff pictorial wraps, b&w text illus, maps, pp xii. 260, light creasing to upper corners of rear pages, previous owner'signature ffep. Signed by the author. Near-fine condition. Scarce. The Zuytdorp was a great ship of the VOC - Dutch East India Company, which disappeared in 1712 off a remote part of the Western Australian coast, carrying a rich cargo of silver coins. The stories surrounding the discovery of the wreck and its treasures. Includes many photographs. Maps show the site of the wreck.…

HARDCOVER. 1996, First edition. A near fine copy only marked by a very faint hint of tanning of the page edges. The d/w is also near fine with only very light sun tanning to the top edge of the rear panel. Scans available if required.

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. Hardcover Text and Separate Cardboard Slipcase w/ maps. Minor shelfwear w/ corners bumped on text volume; slipcase w/ a couple of bumped corners w/ one board of slipcase slightly curved/bent; o/w both text and map volumes are in very good condition. This is a very large and heavy 2-volume set; extra shipping may be required for priority mail or international orders. Book.…

Hardcover. Condición: Near Fine. 1st Edition. Rare Maritime Shipwreck Book Lot (3): Includes Signed Copy & 1st Edition. Discover the secrets of the deep, legendary ocean liners, and lost treasure with this exceptional lot of three highly sought-after maritime history books. Perfect for historians, collectors, and shipwreck enthusiasts alike, this collection spans the golden age of Atlantic travel to historic Australian maritime disasters. Book 1: The Edwardian Superliners: A Trio of Trios. Author: J. Kent Layton (2nd Edition) Format: Hardcover with Dust Jacket Condition: Book: Near Fine. Dust Jacket: Fine Details: An excellent, neat copy with an intact spine and perfectly clean book block. The dust jacket is immaculate (no tears, clean front and back). Note: Clean, tidy ex-library copy featuring a library paper slip neatly on the first fly page and a security sticker on the back board. About: A gripping account of the legendary North Atlantic passenger line rivalry between the Cunard, White Star, and Hamburg-Amerika lines. Covers the tragic fates and grand successes of the Titanic, Lusitania, Olympic, Britannic, and more. Book 2: Encyclopaedia of Australian Shipwrecks and Other Maritime Incidents. Author: Peter Stone (1st Edition) — Rare & Scarce. Format: Hardcover with Dust Jacket Condition: Book: Near Fine | Dust Jacket: Near Fine Details: A beautifully preserved, clean, and tight copy. The dust jacket is neat with no tears. Note: Tidy ex-library copy with the top of a library slip on the first flyleaf, a stamp on the information page, and a security sticker on the lower left of the rear board. About: The definitive reference bibliography on Australian ship losses. Built from 300 authors' research, it catalogs over 15,000 vessels lost on the Australian Run or globally connected to Australia. Book 3: Carpet of Silver: The Wreck of The Zuytdorp. Author: Phillip Playford. Scarce & SIGNED BY AUTHOR Format: Softcover (As issued) Condition: Great / Neat Condition Details: Hand-signed by the author, Phillip Playford, on the first flyleaf page. The text body is completely unmarked, crisp, and clean throughout. Spine is fully intact. About: The fascinating historical investigation into the 1712 disappearance of the Dutch East India Company (VOC) ship Zuytdorp. It details its rugged Western Australian wreck site, the mystery of its survivors, and its lost cargo of 250,000 silver guilders. Shipping Terms & International Delivery: Please note that the combined package weight for this 3-books . Because it significantly exceeds standard weight quotas, extra shipping charges will apply for international/overseas transit. International buyers will be requested to formally approve these extra shipping charges via the AbeBooks system prior to dispatch. For any additional questions or specific inquiries regarding this collection, please feel free to contact me directly. …