william lockerby (19 resultados)

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Trade paperback with light wear, clean, no spine crease, free of markings, pages clean. 120 pages. Experienced full-time bookseller since 1994 (selling online since 1998). Images may be added by request. Questions welcome.

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

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

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

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

Softcover. Condición: Fair. The covers are a little discolured/ scuffed. There is some foxing within.

État de NEUF / New condition 000-209252 '9791092011951 05/10/2020 Famagouste Broché.

Soft cover. Condición: Very Good. No Jacket. Map, some art Ilustrador. A rare and fascinating account of the activities and experiences in Fiji of Lockerby when he was one of the few Europeans to operate a "business" there --- the sandalwood trade -- in the early 1800s. His journal was first was published by the Hakluyt Society and in1982 this special Fiji edition in 1982 was printed, with authority from the Society, and edited by Sir Everard IM Thurn and Leonard C Wharton, a great-grandson of Lockerby, using the text from the original publication. Wrapround colour art covers VG+, likewise the text block. "The early Fiji" is marked across the cover lower front corner.

Soft Cover. Condición: Very Good. First Thus. iii, 120pp, appendix, few bw ills. Or pictorial card. Near new. Reprinted from Hakluyt Society edition. Size: 8vo.

Condición: New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from The Journal of William Lockerby: Sandalwood Trader in the Fijian Islands During the Years 1808-1809 With an Introduction and Other Papers Connected With the Earliest European Visitors to the IslandsCurran, th.

Soft cover. Condición: Very Good. iii, 120 pages : illustrations, map ; 21 cm. Contents: Journal of William Lockerby (1808-9) Samuel Patterson's narrative of the wreck of the Eliza in 1808 Notes: Originally published: London : Hakluyt Society, 1925. (Works issued by the Hakluyt Society; 2d ser., no. 52) "The text has been photographed from the pages of the original Hakluyt Society edition . Sir Everard Im Thurn's introduction, however, has been shortened considerably, and footnotes have been edited and in some cases shortened, and moved to an Appendix ."--Page iii.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating and largely forgotten history of the earliest European encounters with the Fijian Islands. Through meticulous research and previously unpublished documents, including the journal of William Lockerby, a young man marooned in Fiji during the sandalwood trade, the author reconstructs a vivid picture of this pivotal period. The narrative transports readers to the late 18th and early 19th centuries, a time of exploration and exploitation in the South Pacific. We witness the gradual unveiling of the islands through the eyes of explorers like Tasman, Cook, and Bligh, and experience the precarious and often fraught interactions between European sailors and the indigenous Fijian population. The book goes beyond mere historical recounting to explore themes of cultural clash, misunderstanding, and the complex dynamics of trade and colonialism. It sheds light on the resilience and adaptability of the Fijian people in the face of unprecedented challenges, offering a nuanced perspective on their rich cultural heritage. Ultimately, this book serves as a powerful reminder of the enduring impact of first contact between cultures, and the importance of understanding the past to navigate the present and future. 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: Very Good. folding map in rear pocket, 3 plates Ilustrador. First edition thus. Octavo; cxi, 250 pages, blue cloth, untrimmed, unopened, head of spine frayed. With, Samuel Patterson's Narrative of the Wreck of the "Eliza" in 1808, Journal of the Missionaries put ashore from the "Hibernia" on an islet in the Fiji Group in 1809, and Captain Richard Siddon's Experience in Fiji in 1809-1815, with Appendices. Issued as vol. 52 in the second series of The Hakluyt Society. Folding map in rear pocket, 3 plates.

FIRST EDITION, super octavo, blue buckram boards, blind stamped border & gilt stamped ship decoration to boards, gilt lettering to spine, deckled edges, cxi + 249pp, frontispiece, 3x folding maps to rear pocket (all complete) VG+ (slight brusing & scuffing to board edges & spine, v slight foxing & tanning to page edges, moderate tanning & soiling to pastedowns, fep/rep & half title page, previous owner's bookplate to front pastedown).

cxi, 250 pp. Second series. Volume LII. Octavo. Blue blind stamped cloth boards. Gilt lettering on the spine. Gilt emblem of a ship on the cover. Spine is a bit sunned and boards have some shelf and handling wear. Top edge is trimmed, other edges are untrimmed. Edges are somewhat dust soiled. Previous owners' bookplates on the front end papers. Within, a clean volume with extremely minimal staining or foxing. Illustrated with three plates. Includes three fold out maps in a pocket on the end paper. Maps have some light foxing but are in good overall condition. As a note of provenance, this book was previously owned by Andrew David, Lieutenant Commander of the Royal Navy. His book plate is on the front free end paper. Another previous owner was likely Malcolm MacDonald, a British politician and diplomat. MacDonald was a government minister during World War II and served as Governor of Kenya in 1963. A bookplate on the front paste down states, "From the library of The Rt. Hon. Malcolm MacDonald, P.C., O.M." Another interesting note is on the front free end paper. "Miss Gardner King, From Hon. Everard im Thurn with the very best wishes and hearty thanks for the beautiful illustrations." Everard Im Thurn was the editor of this volume and Agnes Gardener King (1856 - 1924) was its illustrator.

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: 396. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1925 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: 396.

Hardcover. 8vo. pp. cxi, 250, [1 leaf]. with half-title. 3 plates (incl. frontis.) & 3 folding maps in rear pocket (1 in colour). largely unopened in original blind & gilt-stamped cloth (rear hinge cracked). National Maritime Museum Cat. I 647.

Sandalwood Trader in the Fijian Islands during the years 1808-1809: With an introduction & other papers connected with the earliest European visitors to the islands. Edited by Sir Everard Im Thurn, and Leonard C. Wharton. Pp. cxii+252(last colophon, blank), frontispiece plus 2 plates, 3 folding maps or charts (2 coloured) in pocket at end, list of books consulted, index; demy 8vo; blue cloth, lettered and decorated in gilt & blind, corners a trifle rubbed; fore and bottom edges uncut, partly unopened; bookseller's sticker at foot of upper pastedown, outer leaves slightly offset; Hakluyt Society, London, 1925. Hakluyt Society, Second Series, No. LII.

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 1925. 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: - 396, 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. 396 396.