scheffer john (30 resultados)

Soft Cover. Condición: Fair with no dust jacket. Sound binding, clean and bright interior. Wrappers are yellow and white, heavily worn, with front detached but present. ; Contents: Walker, New Zealand, pocket wonder world. Detwiler and Fletcher, Hays, Kansas, at the nation's heart. Scheffer and Kenyon, The fur seal herd comes of age. James and Stewart, Portsmouth, Britannia's sally port. Moyal and Coen, Sheep trek in the French Alps. Many advertisements, including full-page Coca-Cola ad on back. 10.0" tall.

PAPERBACK. Reprint. pp257-337, b/w illustrations, octavo. reprint from The American Midland Naturalist Volume 39 Number 2 1948. cover wear, tight binding, clean throughout, Very Good-.

Condición: New. In.

Paperback. Condición: Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: No Dustjacket. Later Edition. ISBN . B0007G3HXE Trade Paperback. Reprinted from "The American Midland Naturalist" Vol. 39, No. 2, pp 257-337, March 1948. Previous owner's stamp on front and inside of front cover. Slight wear to corners and edges; clear tape reinforcement to spine; slight browning to covers and to page edges; otherwise tight, sound and unmarked in Good condition. No Signature.

Paperback. Condición: Fine. Vol 39, No 2, pp. 257- 337, Illus, Orig Grey Paperback of Authors Offprnt, Fine.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: No Dustjacket. Later Edition. ISBN . B0007G3HXE Trade Paperback. Reprinted from "The American Midland Naturalist" Vol. 39, No. 2, pp 257-337, March 1948. Slight wear to corners and edges; slight browning to covers and to page edges; otherwise tight, sound and unmarked in Very Good condition. No Signature.

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

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

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Hardcover. Condición: Sehr gut. 138 S. B2780-238 9783880344839 Sprache: Deutsch Gewicht in Gramm: 290.

Volume 5, No.4 of Alaska Geographic Quarterly. 144 PP with b/w & colour illustrations and includes a loosely inserted poster of whales. Pictorial soft cover. Near fine. Oblong: 21.5 x 18. Whales of Alaska. History of commercial whaling in Arctic Alaska. Modern Eskimo whaling.

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Cloth - Hard Cover. Condición: Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: No Dust Jacket. First Edition. Four issues bound in a single burgundy colored cloth covered volume. Published in 1961, 1968, 1969, & 1969. Pp: 206; 30; 193 & 108 pages. Each issued bound with original paper covers. The Mammals of Maryland, by John L. Paradiso issue is inscribed and signed by its author, and dated Washington, Sept. 16, 1970.

Condición: Wie neu. 1. 450 S. Alle Bücher & Medienartikel von Book Broker sind stets in gutem & sehr gutem gebrauchsfähigen Zustand. Unser Produktfoto entspricht dem hier angebotenen Artikel, dieser weist folgende Merkmale auf: Helle/saubere Seiten in fester Bindung. 2. Auflage 2013 Sprache: Niederländisch Gewicht in Gramm: 597 Taschenbuch, Maße: 13.6 cm x 3.9 cm x 20.6 cm.

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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. Embark on an enlightening journey into the heart of Lapland, a region shrouded in mystery and intrigue. This book delves into the historical, geographical, and cultural intricacies of this unique land and its people. Unravel the enigma surrounding the name "Lapland" as the author meticulously examines various theories and etymological roots, shedding light on the region's connection to its neighboring countries. Explore the diverse landscapes, from verdant valleys to snow-capped mountains, and discover the challenges and adaptations required for survival in this harsh yet captivating environment. Gain insights into the lives of the indigenous Sámi people, their customs, beliefs, and societal structures. The author challenges common misconceptions about their character and way of life, offering a nuanced perspective on their resilience, resourcefulness, and complex relationship with the natural world. Through meticulous research and engaging prose, this book paints a vivid portrait of a land and its people often misunderstood. It invites readers to appreciate the unique cultural heritage and historical significance of Lapland, leaving a lasting impression of a region that has captivated imaginations for centuries. 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, originally published in the 17th century, explores the unique culture and traditions of the Laplander people, an ethnic group indigenous to the northernmost regions of Europe. The author, an experienced traveler, provides a detailed account of Laplander society, from their nomadic lifestyle and hunting practices to their religious beliefs and superstitions. The author also delves into the history of Lapland, tracing the origins of the Laplander people and their interactions with neighboring cultures. Through the author's vivid descriptions and observations, this book offers valuable insights into the social and cultural dynamics of a fascinating and enigmatic people, preserving a record of their way of life for posterity. 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.

hardcover. Condición: Good. Hardcover ex-library with typical marks shows moderate cover wear. Text is unmarked. Ships FAST!

Hardcover. Condición: New.

Hardcover. Condición: New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title!

Condición: Very Good. 2nd Edition. The expanded second English language edition of Johannes Schefferus' 'Lapponia'.First published in Latin in 1673. A folio first English language edition followed in 1674. Full speckled calf leather binding. Rebacked with original spine laid over, corners of boards restored. Spine with five raised bands, red morocco title label, gilt ornament to compartments. A few small marks and light stains to text but overall a nice clean example. Creasing and a small tear to upper corner of final leaf. Lacking the plate at page 340 (modern reproduction is loosely inserted), otherwise complete, with the fold-out frontis title, fold-out map, fold-out illustration of a drum at page 134 & plate at page 144 plus several illustrations within the text. A good solid example. ESTC: T146952. Overall condition is Very Good. Size: 5.25 x 8 inches (13 x 20 cm). Hardback. Printed pages: 8vo, [8], 416, 22.

No Binding. Condición: Very Good. 8vo. 1751. Pp(ii) 90. Disbound (removed from nonce volume). Clean and bright. Very good. Images available on request.

Hardcover. Condición: Fair. Estado de la sobrecubierta: No Dust Jacket. First Edition. THE HISTORY OF LAPLAND WHEREIN ARE SHEWED THE ORIGINAL MANNERS, HABITS, MARRIAGES, CONJURATIONS, &C. OF THAT PEOPLE 1st 1674 English Edition; (first published in Latin in Uppsala in 1670), woodcut title vignette, 25 woodcut illustrations in the text, 147 pages, adverts. Bound together with Sandys Travels, Containing an History of the Original and Present State of the Turkish Empire1673, The Seventh Edition with a folding map part of Africa. Title page, [ii], folding map, (torn and repaired, taped) 240 pages. Contemporary owners inscription of 1830 on front board and top of title page. Boards, maps and some pages mended with a thick brown paper. Damp staining throughout, tops of some pages worn away, damaged but contents all still readable and clear. Hardly surprising considering the age. .Scheffer (1621-1679), Swedish philologist and archaeologist, was appointed professor at Uppsala University in 1647 where he undertook important archaeological research and translations of classical texts, some of which were illustrated with woodcuts after his designs. The present work, translated by Anton Cremer, was originally published as 'Lapponia' in Frankfurt in 1673 and is Scheffer's best-known publication. In addition to a general description of Lapland it includes observations on Lapp shamanism, with illustrations of shamanic drums and details of Lapp language, hunting, national dress, trade, Lapp houses and other ethnographic material. SANDYS TRAVELS The 7th Edition; Foure Bookes Containing a description of the Turkish Empire, of Aegypt, of the Holy Land, of the remote parts of Italy and Ilands adjoyning. Illustrated with Fifty Graven Maps and Figures.Title continues: '.Military Force, Courts of Justice, and Commerce. The Mahometan Religion and Ceremonies: A Description of Constantinople, The Grand Signior's seraglio, and his manner of living: Also, Of Greece, With the Religion and Customs of the Grecians. Of Aegypt; the Antiquity, Hieroglyphicks, Rites, Customs, Discipline, and Religion of the Aegyptians. A Voyage on the River Nylus: Of Armenia, Grand Cairo, Rhodes, the Pyramides, Colossus; The former flourishing and present State of Alexandria. A Description of the Holy-Land; of the Jews, and several Sects of Christians living there; of Jerusalem, Sepulchre of Christ, Temple of Solomon; and what else either of Antiquity, or worth observation. Lastly, Italy described, and the Islands adjoining; as Cyprus, Crete, Malta, Sicilia, the Aeolian Islands; Of Rome, Venice, Naples, Syracusa, Mesena, Aetna, Scylla, and Charbdis; and other place of Note. Illustrated with Fifty Graven Maps and Figures.' SANDYS, George [1578-1644].First published in 1615, George Sandys' travels in the Levant quickly became the standard authority on the subject, being reprinted many times during the 17th century.The work chronicles the author's journey in 1610 from Venice to Constantinople, and thence to Greece, Egypt, Palestine, and the Mediterranean islands of Cyprus, Malta, Crete, Sicily, and Rhodes. "Sandys was an observant traveller. The volume was adorned with maps and illustrations, and at once became popular." (DNB). George Sandys also took part in the early English colonisation of America. In 1621 he became colonial treasurer of the Virginia Company and sailed to Virginia with the new governor, Sir Francis Wyat, where he became a member of the governing council in 1624-8. Sandys also did a translation of Ovid's "Metamorphosis" in 1621, upon which his reputation as a poet chiefly rests. Cox 1, 206. Wing S680.o, and his manner of living: Also, Of Greece, With the Religion and Customs of the Grecians. Of Aegypt; the Antiquity, Hieroglyphicks, Rites, Customs, Discipline, and Religion of the Aegyptians. A Voyage on the River Nylus: Of Armenia, Grand Cairo, Rhodes, the Pyramides, Colossus; The former flourishing and present State of Alexandria. A Description of the Holy-Land; of the Jews, and several Sects of Christians living there; of Jerusalem, Sepulchre of Christ, Temple of Solomon; and what else either of Antiquity, or worth observation. Lastly, Italy described, and the Islands adjoining; as Cyprus, Crete, Malta, Sicilia, the Aeolian Islands; Of Rome, Venice, Naples, Syracusa, Mesena, Aetna, Scylla, and Charbdis; and other place of Note. Illustrated with Fifty Graven Maps and Figures.' Title page, [ii], folding map, (torn and repaired, taped) 240pages. SANDYS, George [1578-1644].First published in 1615, George Sandys' travels in the Levant quickly became the standard authority on the subject, being reprinted many times during the 17th century.The work chronicles the author's journey in 1610 from Venice to Constantinople, and thence to Greece, Egypt, Palestine, and the Mediterranean islands of Cyprus, Malta, Crete, Sicily, and Rhodes. "Sandys was an observant traveller. The volume was adorned with maps and illustrations, and at once became popular." (DNB). George Sandys also took part in the early English colonisation of America. In 1621 he became colonial treasurer of the Virginia Company and sailed to Virginia with the new governor, Sir Francis Wyat, where he became a member of the governing council in 1624-8. Sandys also did a translation of Ovid's "Metamorphosis" in 1621, upon which his reputation as a poet chiefly rests. Cox 1, 206. Wing S680. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 5 kilogram. Category: Arctic & Antarctic; Exploration. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 589. This book is extra heavy, and may involve extra shipping charges.

Hardcover. Condición: Good. No Jacket. First Thus. vii, 416, 22pp, small folding map, plates, woodcuts to text. 'Containing a geographical description, and a natural history of that country; with an account of the inhabitants, their original religion, customs, habits, marriages, conjurations, employments etc.' 'to which are added, The Travels of the King of Sweden's Mathematicians into Lapland: The History of Livonia, and the Wars there: Also a Journey into Lapland, Finland &c.' Engraved title page missing, rebacked using most of original leather, new eps (partial only?), some small edge creasing, paper is soft but complete and holding tight. 800g.

Hardcover. First English Edition. Small folio (7-1/4" x 11") in worn contemporary calf leather with a modern leather spine; vi, 147, [1] pages. First edition in English of a study of the geography, natural history, and inhabitants of Lapland, originally published in Latin the previous year. Cox I, 178; Wing S851. Illustrated with an engraved title page, a folding map, and 26 large woodcut text engravings, including the FIRST DEPICTION IN AN ENGLISH LANGUAGE BOOK OF A PERSON SKIING. Both covers bear the arms of Henry Yelverton (1664-1704), 15th Baron Grey de Ruthyn and Viscount de Longueville. Lapland is the least densely populated area of Finland. The Sami people, traditionally known in English as Lapps or Laplanders, are the northernmost indigenous people of Europe and are widely credited with being the inventors of the ski. Occasional foxing or stain; short closed tear to one leaf with no loss. Leather cracked, dry, and peeling, but sound. Very Good.

Hardcover. Condición: Gut bis sehr gut. Erstausgabe. Jahreszahl auf Titel falsch: MCDLXIV = 1464, statt 1664. PpBd. des 18. Jhdts., kl.-8° (16,5 x 10cm), (5 Bl.), 180 (5 Bl.) S., mit 2 Indices (lat. u. griech.), gestochenes Blatt m. handschriftl. Textnotiz, als Ergänzung zu S. 110 (vgl. Foto #2). +++ Blasser Wasserfleck auf Titel u. Zueignung, die letzten 2 Ss. v. Index schwach stockfleckig, ansonsten Pp. hell und fleckenlos. +++ Grundsätzliche, seltene Abhandlung über die pythagoreische Philosophie dieses seinerzeit vielgelesenen Autors, dessen Werke über den antiken Schiffsbau und die Geschichte Lapplands bekannter waren. +++ Aus Nichtraucherhaushalt. +++ Seltenes Sammlerobjekt.

No Binding. Condición: Good. 1st Edition. First Edition. Original Printed patent disbound with printed front blue wrapper present but not the back wrapper (both often lacking in early patents) About 27cm by 18 cm some wear and tear due to the disbinding.

Condición: Good. 12mo. 416 pp., folded maps, plates, woodcuts, engravings. Contemporary binding, professionally restored.

LeatherBound. Condición: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1704 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. 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. Pages: 478 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: 478 Language: English.