Librería: Dodman Books, Morston, Reino Unido Calificación del vendedor: 5 de 5 estrellas
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Wide-ranging volume on The New Forest, well illustrated with photos. Light toning to rough-cut pages (moreso to endpapers) but all in general VG internal order. Green cloth with gilt titling worn to edges. 8vo. viii, 293pp. N° de ref. del artículo 104184
Título: THE NEW FOREST Its Traditions, Inhabitants ...
Editorial: John Murray, London
Año de publicación: 1895
Encuadernación: Hardcover
Condición: Good
Condición de la sobrecubierta: No Jacket
Edición: 1st Edition
Librería: Forgotten Books, London, Reino Unido
Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book provides an intimate glimpse into England's New Forest, a woodland of immense historical value. The author's picturesque prose captures the idyllic beauty of the region, much of which remains unchanged from medieval times. Meandering through the forest's past, the book reveals the layers of history concealed within this serene landscape. The author delves into the Norman use of the forest as royal hunting grounds, where stringent forest laws ruled. They examine the long-standing conflict between the forest's commoners and Crown officials and explore the intriguing traditions and folklore that have shaped the forest and its people over centuries. Blending history, nature writing, and insights into the human relationship with the land, this book invites readers to explore the multifaceted world of the New Forest, a place of enduring natural and cultural wealth. 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. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781334583513_0
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Librería: Callahan and Company Booksellers, Peterborough, NH, Estados Unidos de America
John Murray, London, 1895. Illustrated with b&w photographs and plates, and a foldout map. 5.5" x 8". 293 pp. Green cloth, spine worn along the edges. "The Forest embraces, in its entirety, over 92,000 acres". Chapters on the forester, law of the forest, gypsies, folklore, local names, barrows, old potteries, domestic creatures, deer and fox hunting, the flora, charcoal burners, shooting game birds, deer poaching, smuggling, birds, etc. Good. Nº de ref. del artículo: 42420
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Librería: Baggins Book Bazaar Ltd, Rochester, KENT, Reino Unido
Hardcover. Condición: Fair. First. 293pp, fold out map to rear. Green faded boards with title in gilt. Shelfworn and heavily scuffed. Previous owner's name and date to half-title page. B/w photographic frontispiece of Brusher Mills. B/w plates. Rough cut pages and heavy foxing to endpapers. Stain to top of rear board. Size: 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall. Book. Nº de ref. del artículo: 058142
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Librería: Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, India
Leather Bound. Condición: New. Language: English. This book is available in 5 different Leather color without any extra cost. Explore More Options by Clicking on 'More Images' and Notify Us of Your Choice via Email within 24 hours of placing the order. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" 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 1903. 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: - 327, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. 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. 327. Nº de ref. del artículo: LB1111002459950
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