Thomson reginald (34 resultados)
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Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Very Good -. First Printing. Extermities lightly bumped and worn. DJ has two 1/2" tears, light wrinkling and wear at extremities. Heavy book - extra charge for priority or international shipping.
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Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.
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A Hard Back. Condición: Good or Better. hi-lighting. Retired Veterinarian.
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Hardcover. Condición: Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Fine. 1st Edition. First edition, first printing of this collection of short stories by various authors. Written in honor of HRF Keating celebrating his 80th birthday by The Detection Club members. In fine / fine condition.
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Condición: New. pp. 301.
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Condición: very_good. This books is in Very good condition. There may be a few flaws like shelf wear and some light wear.
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Librería: Biblios, frankfurt am main, HESSE, AlemaniaBiblios
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PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
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Pictorial Wrappers. Condición: New. First Printing. 1st paperback printing. A fine, unread copy of the Trade Paperback still in shrunkwrap. Members of London's famed Detection Club have joined together to honor Keating. Each story is new and written in honor of H.R.F. Keating. Stories by Lionel Davidson, Len Deighton, Reginald H…ill, Colin Dexter, P. D. James, Liza Cody, Catherine Aird, Peter Lovesey, James Melville, Andrew Taylor, Tim Heald, Robert Barnard, Simon Brett, June Thomson, Michael Z. Lewin, Jonathan Gash, Michael Hartland, and H.R.F. Keating. The foreword is written by Dick Francis. Trade Paperback.
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Condición: New. pp. 301.
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Librería: Antiquariat Thomas Haker GmbH & Co. KG, Berlin, AlemaniaAntiquariat Thomas Haker GmbH & Co. KG
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Hardcover with foliation. Condición: Gut. 444 p., with figures and photos, 26 cm, Good. Ex-library with usual markings. Clean pages. Sprache: Englisch Gewicht in Gramm: 1400.
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Editorial: Copyright Publishing Co P/L, Brisbane 2008
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Librería: Marlowes Books and Music, Ferny Grove, QLD, AustraliaMarlowes Books and Music
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Pictorial Hard Cover. Condición: As New. Estado de la sobrecubierta: None Issued. First Edition. 151 pages. Book appears to have hardly been read and is in As new condition throughout.
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Librería: Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, IndiaGyan Books Pvt. Ltd.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Language: English. About The Book: A Manual of Hindu Law on the Basis of Sir Thomas Strange is a legal text that builds on the foundational work of Sir Thomas Strange, a British jurist who played a significant role in the development of Hindu law under British colonial rule. The manual provides a compr…ehensive overview of Hindu legal principles, particularly focusing on family law, inheritance, and property rights. It outlines the customs, practices, and legal interpretations of Hindu law, making it accessible for legal practitioners and students. This work serves as a key reference for understanding the application of Hindu law during the colonial period in India. About The Author: Reginald Thomson was a barrister at the Middle Temple and an advocate at the High Court of Madras. Known for his legal expertise, Thomson contributed significantly to the legal landscape of colonial India. His work focused on the application and interpretation of law within the Indian judicial system, particularly in the Madras High Court. Thomson's legal writings and advocacy helped shape the understanding of law during British rule in India. His contributions as a legal professional and writer were important in bridging Western legal practices with Indian traditions during a transformative period in the Indian legal system. The Title 'A Manual of Hindu Law on the Basis of Sir Thomas Strange written/authored/edited by Reginald Thomson', published in the year 2025. The ISBN 9789369209705 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 301 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is History. Size of the book is 21.59 x 27.94 cms Vol: 301.
Editorial: Victor Gollancz, London 1989
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Librería: Between the Covers-Rare Books, Inc. ABAA, Gloucester City, NJ, Estados Unidos de AmericaBetween the Covers-Rare Books, Inc. ABAA
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Hardcover. Condición: Near Fine. Near Fine. First edition. Slightly cocked with a bump on the spine head else near fine in a near fine dustwrapper with corresponding wear. Signed by Ruth Rendell on the title page. The annual anthology of the Crime Writers' Association. Ruth Rendell, Reginald Hill, Peter Lovesey, Tim Heald, Julia…n Symons, Antonia Fraser, Tony Wilmot, Michael Gilbert, Paula Gosling, Stephen Gallagher, Joan Aiken, Edward D. Hoch, Herbert Harris, George Sims, and June Thomson.
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Librería: Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, IndiaGyan Books Pvt. Ltd.
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Hardcover. Condición: New. Language: English. About The Book: A Manual of Hindu Law on the Basis of Sir Thomas Strange is a legal text that builds on the foundational work of Sir Thomas Strange, a British jurist who played a significant role in the development of Hindu law under British colonial rule. The manual provides a compr…ehensive overview of Hindu legal principles, particularly focusing on family law, inheritance, and property rights. It outlines the customs, practices, and legal interpretations of Hindu law, making it accessible for legal practitioners and students. This work serves as a key reference for understanding the application of Hindu law during the colonial period in India. About The Author: Reginald Thomson was a barrister at the Middle Temple and an advocate at the High Court of Madras. Known for his legal expertise, Thomson contributed significantly to the legal landscape of colonial India. His work focused on the application and interpretation of law within the Indian judicial system, particularly in the Madras High Court. Thomson's legal writings and advocacy helped shape the understanding of law during British rule in India. His contributions as a legal professional and writer were important in bridging Western legal practices with Indian traditions during a transformative period in the Indian legal system. The Title 'A Manual of Hindu Law on the Basis of Sir Thomas Strange written/authored/edited by Reginald Thomson', published in the year 2025. The ISBN 9789369206124 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 301 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Law-Hindu. Size of the book is 22.59 x 28.94 cms Vol: 301.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the intricacies of Hindu Law, a multifaceted legal system that encompasses religious and social norms. The author provides an in-depth analysis of the schools and authorities of this ancient legal tradition, exploring its historical development and the distinct in…terpretations adopted by various regions of India. The book delves into the classification and characteristics of property under Hindu Law, examining the concepts of ancestral and self-acquired property, as well as the rights of co-owners and the limitations on alienation. The author offers insights into the legal framework governing gifts, trusts, and the distinct concept of Stridhana, which pertains to women's property rights. The book's exploration of Stridhana raises questions about the evolution of women's rights within the Hindu legal system, shedding light on the historical and social factors that have shaped the legal status of women in India. The author engages with debates on the interpretation of texts and the varying customs and practices that have influenced the application of Hindu Law across different regions. This book is a valuable resource for students, scholars, legal practitioners, and anyone interested in understanding the complexities of Hindu Law. It provides a comprehensive overview of the system's historical foundations, legal principles, and the ongoing debates surrounding its interpretation and application. 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.
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Condición: New. KlappentextrnrnThis scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have.
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Editorial: 2 April ; on letterhead of 12 St James's Court Buckingham Gate S.W.1 London 1924
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See his entry in the Oxford DNB. 1p, 12mo. In good condition, lightly aged. Addressed to 'Dear Sir Reginald'. After sympathizing with him on his indisposition he writes: 'I always felt that you really had more advanced views on politics than most of the Generals in the British Army, and what you say in your letter does not surpr…ise me therefore in the least.' He ends with regards to Lady Hart and the Harts' daughter. Autograph postscript: 'Ps. Ps. forgive type written letter.'.
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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: 298. A perfect gift… for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1878 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: 298.
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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: 362. A perfect gift… for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1881 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: 362.
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Condición: New. Print on Demand pp. 358.
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Wood, Lawson; H. M. Bateman; Peter Fraser; W. Heath Robinson; George Morrow; Bert Thomas; Alfred Keefe; and Reginald Askell -- writers and/or illustrators credited on cover. Also piece by Frank Bury; A. A. Thomson; Ashley Sterne; and "V"
Editorial: Bovis Ltd, London 1950
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Condición: Near Fine. First Edition. Quirky, funny send-up of many aspects of home renovation by a stellar line-up of literary and visual humorists. Published by a major London contractor or construction firm, surely as a promotional tool. The firm, Bovis Ltd., was acquired and absorbed by P&O in 1974 and is now under yet anothe…r corporate umbrella but the underlying business itself, as opposed to its corporate ownership or organization, remains a significant player in its industry. In any case, for a private enterprise to afford the services of the talent involved in this promotion, it really had a robust war chest, for W. Heath Robinson and Lawson Wood, to name just two of the contributors, were immensely popular illustrators. As a promotion, Bovis goes the offbeat or unusual route of poking fun, albeit perhaps gentle fun, at its own industry and itself. Anyone who has engaged contractors, or even just standard tradespeople such as plumbers and electricians, will nod their head in recognition of the inevitable missteps and blunders committed by these professionals. N.d., 1950. 4to. 28 by 21 cm. 17 loose leaves. Unpaginated. Printing on one side of each. Title leaf. Six leaves following primarily textual, with a small vignette drawing or two at their base. Then ten leaves dominated by illustration(s) with captioning at their base, and sometimes by drawings if they are arranged as comic strips with multiple cells. Also some text on inside back of portfolio. Scarce, with only copies reflected on OCLC First Search at V&A, National Library of Scotland and Dartmouth. One OCLC entry indicates there are 18 leaves, while we are representing there are just 17. We believe that they are counting the portfolio as a leaf, which after all, has content, but as of this date, we aren't 100 percent certain. We would note, though, that our number seems also likelier, as the odds are against a company arranging for 11 illustrated plates or 7 text pages, as opposed to 10 and 6, respectively. The portfolio shows considerable wear, with a number of small tears, creases and the like. Its internal folds have also been repaired non-professionally with scotch tape. The portfolio, though, is still completely functional for its purpose. The leaves within are completely clean and we would say close to Like New condition. Overall, we thus would grade this very rare collection of home renovation humor as Near Fine. Portfolio, light card stock. With flaps. Plates loose within. Lawson Wood; H. M. Bateman; Peter Fraser; W. Heath Robinson; George Morrow; Bert Thomas; and Alfred Leete. (ilustrador).
Más imágenesEditorial: Madras: J. Higginbotham, 1867 1867
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First edition of this scarce guide to Hindu law, online searches locate just four copies world-wide, BL, Oxford, Yale and Freie Universität, Berlin. The author, Reginald Thomson, B. L. Madras (Chennai), served as a pleader in the zillah, or district, court at Tinnevelly (Tirunelveli). The Manual was intended as a critique and up…date of the work of Sir Thomas Strange (1756-1841), Chief Justice of Madras between 1800 and 1816, whose pioneering Elements of Hindu Law had appeared in 1825. In his introduction, Thomson states that "there can be no question that a reliable handbook of Hindu law is a want generally felt, but particularly in the Mofussil", the rural districts of the country. While hesitating to accuse Strange of incompetence, he feels that the Chief Justice's unquestioning reliance on the opinions of Pundits - "Hindu Law-Officers whose duty it was to advise the English Judges when needful on questions of Hindu Law" (Hobson-Jobson) - whose expositions of the law Thomson considered "worse than useless", was a damaging influence on his work. Their opinions "were conflicting, and amid the chaos of conflicting sophistries, the truth became obscured", his Manual is intended to provide clarification, "a book of ready reference". The work contains chapters on property, marriage, guardianship, adoption, inheritance, partition, wills, contracts, Malabar law, and the law of limitation, citing Strange, "Colebrooke, Macnaghten, Ellis, Sutherland, and Macpherson", as well as the reports of the Madras High Courts. Second and third editions appeared in 1878 and 1881. Thomson was admitted at the Middle Temple in 1870 and called to the bar in November 1873. An attractive and desirable work with an excellent provenance. Octavo. Two-page list of 'Higginbotham and Co.'s Indian Publications' dated July 1870 tipped-in at front endpapers Original purple morocco-grain cloth, paper label to the front board, blind panels to both. Somewhat rubbed and sunned, faint damping to the front board, neatly rebacked to style, ex-Middle Temple Library, stamps to ad. leaf, twice to the title page, and once to the text, accession date inked to the front pastedown together with de-accesion stamp, pale toning to the text-block, very good.
