Beth Waters (54 results)

hardcover. Condition: Good.

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Hardback. Condition: Good. Norman John Gillies was one of the last children ever born on St Kilda, five years before the whole population was evacuated forever to the British mainland. People had lived on these islands for over four thousand years, developing a thriving, tightly-knit society that knew nothing of crime or money, and took care of its weakest members without hesitation. At the mercy of the seasons and the elements, a unique lifestyle evolved, based around resilience, mutual trust and caring. What was it like to grow up in such harsh conditions? Why and how did this ancient way of life suddenly cease in 1930? Where did the islanders go, and what became of them? And what became of Norman John, child of St Kilda.…

Hardcover. Condition: As New. No Jacket. Pages are clean and are not marred by notes or folds of any kind. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Condition: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Condition: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Hardback. Condition: Good. Norman John Gillies was one of the last children ever born on St Kilda, five years before the whole population was evacuated forever to the British mainland. People had lived on these islands for over four thousand years, developing a thriving, tightly-knit society that knew nothing of crime or money, and took care of its weakest members without hesitation. At the mercy of the seasons and the elements, a unique lifestyle evolved, based around resilience, mutual trust and caring. What was it like to grow up in such harsh conditions? Why and how did this ancient way of life suddenly cease in 1930? Where did the islanders go, and what became of them? And what became of Norman John, child of St Kilda.…

Hardcover. Condition: New. Hardcover. Publisher overstock, may contain remainder mark on edge. Waters, Beth (illustrator).

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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Waters, Beth (illustrator).

Condition: good. This book is in good condition. The cover has minor creases or bends. The binding is tight and pages are intact. Some pages may have writing or highlighting. Waters, Beth (illustrator).

Condition: very_good. Dust jacket Cover has minimal shelf wear. Book is in Very Good condition. Waters, Beth (illustrator).

Condition: very_good. Gently read. May have name of previous ownership, or ex-library edition. Binding tight; spine straight and smooth, with no creasing; covers clean and crisp. Minimal signs of handling or shelving. 100% GUARANTEE! Shipped with delivery confirmation, if you're not satisfied with purchase please return item! Ships USPS Media Mail.…

Condition: As New. Unread copy in mint condition. Waters, Beth (illustrator).

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good+. First Printing - First Thus. 220 pp. Trade paperback format. Light rubbing on the corners with a flat uncreased spine; no interior markings. Cover by Hayley Warnham. This story collection contains: Preface by His Holiness, the Dalai Lama; Introduction by Don George; The Matter of Kindness by Jan Morris; Meeting Maung-Maung by Pico Iyer; Everything Come Round by James D. Houston; One Night in the Sahara by Amanda Jones; Tea and Cheese in Turkey by Alice Waters; A Bowl of Soup in a Basket by Beth Kephart; Highland Remedy by Fran Palumbo; Looking for Abdelati by Tanya Shaffer; Special Delivery by Lindsy van Gelder; Brief Encounter by Carolyn Swindell; Damascus by Teatime by Don Meredith; My Beirut Hostage Crisis by Rolf Potts; We Can't Fix Anything, Even the Smallest Things, in Cuba by Dave Eggers; Losing It in London by Douglas Cruickshank; Andean High by Ginger Adams Otis; Egg Child by Sarah Levin; Serendipity by Laura Fraser; Arab Music by Jennie Rothenberg; The Way I Look by Anthony Sattin; Finding Shelter by Nicholas Crane; On the Trail of the Caspian Tiger by Tim Cahill; The Road to Kampala by Stanley Stewart; At a Crossroads by Laurie McAndish King; Adnan's Secret by Maxine Rose Schur; Might Be Your Lucky Day by Jeff Greenwald; and Ascension in the Moonlight by Simon Winchester. Size: 8vo. Hayley Warnham; (illustrator). Book.…

Condition: New. Waters, Beth (illustrator).

Condition: New. Brand New. Waters, Beth (illustrator).

Condition: New. Brand New! Not Overstocks or Low Quality Book Club Editions! Direct From the Publisher! We're not a giant, faceless warehouse organization! We're a small town bookstore that loves books and loves it's customers! Buy from Lakeside Books.

Hardback or Cased Book. Condition: New. Surviving Vesuvius: A Lucky Escape from the Tragic Fate of Ancient Pompeii. Waters, Beth (illustrator). Book.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition. Waters, Beth (illustrator).

Hardback. Condition: New. This narrative non-fiction book brings to life the powerful story of the eruption of Mount Vesuvius and the destruction of Pompeii, based on the first-hand account of Pliny the Younger. The year is 79 AD. Seventeen year-old Roman student Pliny the Younger is at his home across the bay from the bustling town of Pompeii, where people are going about their daily business. The tremors that sometimes shake the ground are coming more frequently than usual, but all are unaware of the cataclysmic event that is about to unfold. Meanwhile, underground, pressure is building beneath the mountain that looms over the surrounding towns and villages. What follows is one of the most extraordinary and frightening natural disasters in recorded history.This dramatic retelling is based on letters written by Roman historian Pliny the Younger after the event, and is reimagined featuring characters from the town of Pompeii who are known to have existed, such as the businesswoman Julia Felix and politician Julius Polybius.The story describes the various stages of the eruption, as well as detailing how the history of Pompeii was later uncovered by archaeologists. A timeline and glossary provide extra information, ideal for history enthusiasts. Waters, Beth (illustrator).…

Condition: New. Waters, Beth (illustrator).

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. This narrative non-fiction book brings to life the powerful story of the eruption of Mount Vesuvius and the destruction of Pompeii, based on the first-hand account of Pliny the Younger. The year is 79 AD. Seventeen year-old Roman student Pliny the Younger is at his home across the bay from the bustling town of Pompeii, where people are going about their daily business. The tremors that sometimes shake the ground are coming more frequently than usual, but all are unaware of the cataclysmic event that is about to unfold. Meanwhile, underground, pressure is building beneath the mountain that looms over the surrounding towns and villages. What follows is one of the most extraordinary and frightening natural disasters in recorded history.This dramatic retelling is based on letters written by Roman historian Pliny the Younger after the event, and is reimagined featuring characters from the town of Pompeii who are known to have existed, such as the businesswoman Julia Felix and politician Julius Polybius.The story describes the various stages of the eruption, as well as detailing how the history of Pompeii was later uncovered by archaeologists. A timeline and glossary provide extra information, ideal for history enthusiasts. Surviving Vesuvius is a dramatic reimagining of the eruption of Mount Vesuvius and destruction of Pompeii in 79AD, based on the real eye witness account of the Roman author and Magistrate Pliny the Younger. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Waters, Beth (illustrator).…

Condition: New.

Hardback. Condition: New. This narrative non-fiction book brings to life the powerful story of the eruption of Mount Vesuvius and the destruction of Pompeii, based on the first-hand account of Pliny the Younger. The year is 79 AD. Seventeen year-old Roman student Pliny the Younger is at his home across the bay from the bustling town of Pompeii, where people are going about their daily business. The tremors that sometimes shake the ground are coming more frequently than usual, but all are unaware of the cataclysmic event that is about to unfold. Meanwhile, underground, pressure is building beneath the mountain that looms over the surrounding towns and villages. What follows is one of the most extraordinary and frightening natural disasters in recorded history.This dramatic retelling is based on letters written by Roman historian Pliny the Younger after the event, and is reimagined featuring characters from the town of Pompeii who are known to have existed, such as the businesswoman Julia Felix and politician Julius Polybius.The story describes the various stages of the eruption, as well as detailing how the history of Pompeii was later uncovered by archaeologists. A timeline and glossary provide extra information, ideal for history enthusiasts. Waters, Beth (illustrator).…

Hardcover. Condition: Brand New. 64 pages. 11.97x9.06x0.55 inches. In Stock.

Hardcover. Condition: Brand New. 80 pages. 11.61x9.57x0.63 inches. In Stock.

Condition: New. In English.

Hardcover. Condition: New. Special order direct from the distributor.