Published by Staffordshire, UK: University College of North Staffordshire Keele., 1961
Seller: Wittenborn Art Books, San Francisco, CA, U.S.A.
Manuscript / Paper Collectible
Condition: Good. 8vo. 48 pp., Soft Covers, Very Good. Illustrated. With Compliments dedication plate present.
Leather. Condition: Very Good. Not Stated (illustrator). A uniformly bound, seven volume set of equestrian Racing Calendars from 1886 to 1889, contributed to by various horse-racing experts of the nineteenth century. A miscellaneous seven volume set. This set features:The Racing Calendar for the Year 1886, Volume 97, by George Quin. Published in Dublin.The Racing Calendar for the Year 1888, Volume 99, by George Quin. Published in Dublin.The Racing Calendar for the Year 1892, Volume 193, by Thomas W. Brindley. Published in Dublin.The Racing Calendar for the Year 1894, Volume 105, by Thomas W. Brindley. Published in Dublin.The Racing Calendar for the Year 1899, Volume 110, by Thomas W. Brindley. Published in Dublin.The Racing Calendar for the Year 1897 and Races to Come, by E.C.T. Weatherby and J.H. Weatherby. Published in London.The Racing Calendar for the Year 1899 and Races to Come, by E.C.T. Weatherby and J.H. Weatherby. Published in London.This is a uniformly bound set and is a mixture of racing calendars from Ireland and England. Each volume contains an owner's stamp to the spine: 'J.P.P'.Each volume contains ink notations from the previous owner, J. Porter Patin.Volume 99 contains a newspaper clipping stamped to the front pastedown.A fascinating and collection of equestrian writing from across the 19th century. The named authors of these works are George Quin, Thomas W. Brindley, Edward Weatherby, James Weatherby and Charles Weatherby. Weatherby's is a notable English company that became an authority in the field of Horseracing. Uniformly bound in full calf binding. Externally, smart, with some rubbing to the spines and boards. Volume 97 contains some discolouration to the front board and Volume 99 contains some significant shelf wear to the front board. Small crack to the rear joint and small hole to the rear board of 'Racing Calendar 1897'. Ink inscriptions to front pastedowns of Volume 99, Volume 105,Volume 97, 'Racing Calendar 1897' and 'Racing Calendar 1899'. Newspaper clipping attached to the front pastedown of Volume 99. Internally, hinges slightly tender but all firm. Binding generally firm, though slightly tender to Volume 99. Offsetting to some of the front pastedowns and free-endpapers, and the odd spot or handling mark throughout, otherwise pages generally clean. Very Good. book.
Publication Date: 2025
Seller: True World of Books, Delhi, India
LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1981 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: 24 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: 24 Volume ARR-NC-7.
Publication Date: 2025
Seller: True World of Books, Delhi, India
LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1756 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: 100 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: 100 Language: English.
Publication Date: 2024
Seller: Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, India
Leather Bound. Condition: 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 1756. 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: - 100, 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. 100 100.