This text sheds light on the array of highly collectable, decorative and interesting paraphernalia used in lighting the home. John Caspall has traced the developments in this field beginning with the advent of fire, through to 19th century inventions such as the chemical match.
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Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. This text sheds light on the array of highly collectable, decorative and interesting paraphernalia used in lighting the home. John Caspall has traced the developments in this field beginning with the advent of fire, through to 19th century inventions such as the chemical match. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR004338695
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Seller: Half Price Books Inc., Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_467168035
Seller: Peter Rhodes, Southampton, United Kingdom
Hard Cover. Condition: Very Good -. Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket. First Hardback Edition. 280 x 220mm. pp. 278. English text. First hardback edition of 'Making Fire & Light in the Home Pre-1820'. A detailed volume on candlesticks and related items. Black and white photographic illustrations and diagrams. Bound in original grey boards. No dust jacket. Previous owners name to f.e.p. Moderate foxing and toning to text block. Some light marking to boards. No underlining. See images. 1.35kg. Extra postage overseas. Seller Inventory # 050017
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Seller: Westwood Books, Cramlington, United Kingdom
Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. Antique Collectors Club, Woodbridge, 2000. Hard cover. Book Condition : Near fine, like new, appears little read. Packed with superb illustrations and photographs. Heavy book may incur extra postage. Seller Inventory # 022283
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Seller: Clayton Fine Books, Shepherdstown, WV, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine clamshell box. 1st Edition. FINE WITH SLIGHT WEAR TO EDGES OF DUST JACKET. Seller Inventory # AG67
Seller: Riverport Books of St. Ives (Cambridgeshire), St Ives, CAMBS, United Kingdom
Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. A Very Clean And Tidy Well Cared-For Copy With Almost No Sign Of Wear, Just Some Light Foxing To Page Edge Tops. Seller Inventory # 102629
Seller: Clayton Fine Books, Shepherdstown, WV, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. PRICE CLIPPED, SLIGHT WEAR TO DUST JACKET. Seller Inventory # AG53
Seller: Hugh Hardinge Books, Cambridge, United Kingdom
Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Reprint. Grey boards and spine lettered in gilt, the front stained and a little bowed. Internally no faults. Size: 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. Seller Inventory # X1096
Seller: Fireside Bookshop, Stroud, GLOS, United Kingdom
hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. First Edition. Inscribed and signed by the author. Slight foxing to pages. Slight rubbing to head and tail of D/J spine. Signed. Seller Inventory # 718767
Seller: Maynard & Bradley, Leicester, United Kingdom
Hardcover. Condition: As New. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1987. An excellent copy, clean and unmarked throughout, seemingly unread with page edges crisp and contents free from any notable creases or wear. Covers firm and secure with minimal sign of handling or use. Dust jacket complete and very presentable with just some minor bumps around the corners from ordinary shelving and storage. Why do most sellers not describe their actual item? Buy with confidence, support a genuine Independent Bricks & Mortar Real Bookshop and help to preserve our High Streets as interesting places to shop. We are Maynard & Bradley CAMBO & PBFA (now lapsed) members here in Leicester City Centre, UK Size: 230 x 290 mm. 278 pages. Item Type: Book. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: 1-2 kilos. Category: Art & Design; Britain/UK; 1980s; ISBN: 1851490213. ISBN/EAN: 9781851490219. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 27395. This book is extra heavy, and may involve extra shipping charges to some countries. Seller Inventory # 27395
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