Sebright john sir (22 resultados)

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Condición: Very Good. 2 pages, 1 colour portrait. An authentic standalone article, extracted from a larger volume. Not a reprint or reproduction, but an original work in its own right. Preserved in a modern card cover, prepared for practicality - an unassuming but serviceable presentation that favours function over finery. Size: 19 x 25 cms. Category: Society for Army Historical Research; Cosmo Books : 29 years on ABE, 47 years taking care of customers. A bookseller you can rely on. Softcover (Booklet - Unbound Pages).…

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Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced typographical errors, and jumbled words. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. …

Condición: new. ALL UK PARCELS SENT TRACKED! ALL OVERSEAS PARCELS SENT AIRMAIL, TRACKED! (S/hand, Hardcover, 2020). (1826) 2020 1st edition thus. Large 8vo (165 x 244mm). Pp60. B/w illustrations, marbled end-papers. Blue boards, spine & upper board titled in gilt, marbled card sleeve. Edition limited to 150 numbered copies. Fine new hardback in card sleeve. "Hawking, the favourite diversion of our ancestors, is now so fallen into disuse, that the Art of Falconry is in danger of being entirely lost. Conceiving, however, in whatever estimation we may hold it as an amusement, that the method of reclaiming a wild bird must always remain an object of curiosity, I have been induced to commit to paper the following observations on the subject: They are the result, not only of my own experience, but of what I have learnt from the best falconers of the old school, having had abundant opportunities of acquiring information from them." The falconers from whom Sebright learned his falconry were all from Valkensvaard. .…

ALL UK PARCELS SENT TRACKED! ALL OVERSEAS PARCELS SENT AIRMAIL, TRACKED! (S/hand, Hardcover, 1973). (1826) 1973 facsimile edition. 8vo (141 x 222mm). Ppii,64. Unillustrated. Green cloth, spine titled in green. Damp stains to cloth else clean internally. Smells slightly musty, good in like dust-wrapper. "Describing the mode of breaking and managing the several kinds of hawks used in falconry". "Sebright like many of the recognised important authors and falconers is referred to probably in every worthwhile classic and modern work relating to hawking and falconry in print today. This work was privately printed originally in 1826, and is much sought after." .…

Condición: new. ALL UK PARCELS SENT TRACKED! ALL OVERSEAS PARCELS SENT AIRMAIL, TRACKED! (S/hand, Hardcover, 2020). (1826) 2020 1st edition thus, "de luxe issue." Large 8vo (166 x 248mm). Pp60. B/w illustrations, plus new b/w sketched by D. Martin. B/w illustration of a falcon laid in. Blue boards, spine & upper board titled in gilt, marbled end-papers. Matching blue slip-case and marbled card sleeve. Edition limited to 150 numbered copies. Fine new hardback in matching blue slip-case and marbled card sleeve. Limitation plate signed & numbered (#x of 150)by Bob Dalton. "Hawking, the favourite diversion of our ancestors, is now so fallen into disuse, that the Art of Falconry is in danger of being entirely lost. Conceiving, however, in whatever estimation we may hold it as an amusement, that the method of reclaiming a wild bird must always remain an object of curiosity, I have been induced to commit to paper the following observations on the subject: They are the result, not only of my own experience, but of what I have learnt from the best falconers of the old school, having had abundant opportunities of acquiring information from them." The falconers from whom Sebright learned his falconry were all from Valkensvaard. . …

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LeatherBound. Condición: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. 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. Reprinted from 1831 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 and contains approximately 16 pages. 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.…

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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: 152. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1809 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: 152.…

Soft cover. Condición: Good. 8vo. 16pp. Original paper wrappers. A little thumbed and a light marginal water stain. Sir John Sebright was an influential breeder of animals including dogs, pigeons and the Sebright chicken. He corresponded with Darwin who cited his pigeon breeding experiments in the Origin of Species. Sebright himself expressed Lamarkian ideas.…

pp. 31, (i) blank. Stitched into later wrappers with title in ink on the front cover, small ink blot in the lower margin of the title, also a small brown blot, very slight wear to the lower edge of the spine, uncut, a very good copy ex libris RICHARD FREEMAN, Darwin scholar, with his brief note on the front - 'See Origin 6ed. p.15'. *COPAC records a number of copies in UK academic libraries but it has not appeared at any major auction in the past 25 years and is obviously scarce in commerce. SEBRIGHT [1767-1846] landowner and politician and agricultural innovator. In addition to the above pamphlet, Sebright was also author of Observations on Hawking, describing the mode of breaking and managing several kinds of hawks used in falconry, 1826; and of Observations upon the Instinct of Animals, 1836. Charles Darwin commented on Sebright's practical skill as a breeder in The Variation of Animals and Plants under Domestication. See also The Origin of Species, 1872, 6th. edition, Chapter one - Variation under Domestication - '. the possibility of making distinct races by crossing has been greatly exaggerated. Many cases are on record, showing that a race may be modified by occasional crosses, if aided by the careful selection of the individuals which present the desired character; but to obtain a race intermediate between two distinct races, would be very difficult. Sir J. Sebright expressly experimented with this object and failed.' SEE : MICHAEL RUSE. Journal of the History of Ideas, Vol. 36, No. 2 (Apr. - Jun., 1975), pp. 339-350.…

Facsimile rep of the 1826 1st Edn.. (ii) -64. pages, Number 165 of a limited edition of 500 copies. Very good in DJ some browning to inner flaps of the DJ. . "Describing the mode of breaking and managing the several kinds of hawks used in falconry". "Sebright like many of the recognised important authors and falconers is referred to probably in every worthwhile classic and modern work relating to hawking and falconry in print today. This work was privately printed originally in 1826 and is much sought after." Swift 510.04.…

LeatherBound. Condición: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1836 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: 19 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: 19.…

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LeatherBound. Condición: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1812 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: 163 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: 163 Language: English.…

Leather Bound. Condición: 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 1812. 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: - 163, 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. 163 163.…