Charles B Burdick (49 results)

Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. Light wear. Cover art by Vincent Di Fate for "The Integral trees" (pt. 1 of 4) by Larry Niven. Includes "Gemstone" (novelette) by Vernor Vinge; "On the Outside, Looking in" (novelette) by Joseph H. Delaney; "Science Fact: Industry in Space" by Walter B. Hendrickson; "Quarks at Appomattox" by Charles L. Harness; "Like a Fine Wine" by Ray Brown; "From Time to Time" by Bruce Stanley Burdick; "Samizdat" by Elizabeth Mitchell. Standard departments. Illustrated by Di Fate, Broeck Steadman, Roland Wolff, Gary Freeman, Richard Crist, Doug Beekman, and Jack Gaughan. …

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. A nice clean tight hardcover copy in very good plus condition; former owner library stamp on pastedown. DJ in good condition and in protective mylar cover.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. First Edition. DJ is in a mylar protector.

Condition: Very Good. 1984. 1st Edition. Hardcover. A good clean copy with some minor shelf wear. Dustjacket is slightly scuffed but otherwise very good. Not a first edition copy. . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. tall 8vo. cloth hard cover.Illustrations and maps.228 pages.very good copy in very good DUST JACKET.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. This is a clean copy. There are no markings to the text. There are some scuffs/smudges to the dust jackets. There are some smudges to the text block.

Condition: Very Good. 1984. 1st Edition. Hardcover. A good clean copy with some minor shelf wear. Dustjacket is slightly scuffed but otherwise very good. Not a first edition copy. . . .

Hardcover. Condition: Very good. Quarto bound in brown cloth, gilt titles, 286 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm. Charles Burton Burdick was an American military historian. He was a professor at San Jose State University and the namesake of the Charles B. Burdick Military History Collection. Very good, sharp corners, firm textblock; crisp pages, author signature to flyleaf. Overall, a very nice copy. First Edition (presumed; no prior editions or printings cited). …

Hard Cover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good / with Protective Cover. First American Edition. Good condition. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Hardcover. Condition: Good+. No DJ. 1st Edition. Pp: xi + 228. Silver titles: sp. Illust. w/ b/w portraits, photos & maps. Blue cloth bds. Interior leaves are clean and tight. Analysis of German military and political policy for Spain. Includes appendix, bibliography & index.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good.

First Edition. Very good cloth copy in a good if somewhat edge-nicked and dust-dulled dust-wrapper, now mylar-sleeved. Remains quite well-preserved overall. Physical description: vii, 305 pages 24 cm. Subjects: Political institutions; Germany; Political System; 1918-1919; Germany History Revolution, 1918 ; Sources; Germany Politics and government 1918-1933; Germany History Revolution, 1918. 1 Kg. …

Hardcover. Condition: Good condition. Fair dust jacket. First Edition (so stated). Syracuse, New York:: Syracuse University Press, 1968. A solid reading/reference copy. Endpapers are lightly stained. Pages in the final third of the book are a little wavy. Dust Jacket is intact, but moderately stained and spotted (now enclosed in a removable Brodart clear plastic sleeve). NOT price clipped (7.00). Corners are NOT bumped. Square and reasonably tight. Pages are clean. No underlining. No highlighting. No margin notes. Illustrated with specially commissioned maps in the text, and 16 pages of previously unpublished photographs on coated paper stock, including about 10 portraits of various German generals. Footnotes. Appendix on German weaponry. Bibliography of source material, published and unpublished. Index. Bound in the original blue cloth, lettered in shiny silver over a black spine panel. From the Dust Jacket: "This book details the successive German plans for the Spanish campaigns, and the military and diplomatic problems that attended their preparation. The author's extensive personal interviews in 1965 with Generals Halder, Blumentritt, Mikosch, and Warlimont, and with Admirals DÃ nitz, Puttkamer, and Ruge, among others, furnished insights into the personalities of the German commanders as well as valuable information on German strategy.". First Edition (so stated). Hard Cover. Good condition./Fair dust jacket. 8vo. xi, 228pp.…

First Edition. Very good cloth copy in a good if somewhat edge-nicked and dust-dulled dust-wrapper, now mylar-sleeved. Remains quite well-preserved overall. Physical description: vii, 305 pages 24 cm. Subjects: Political institutions; Germany; Political System; 1918-1919; Germany History Revolution, 1918 ; Sources; Germany Politics and government 1918-1933; Germany History Revolution, 1918. 1 Kg. …

Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good.

First edition (as stated upon copyright page). xii, 228 pages. Hardcover: H 23.25cm x L 15.5cm. Dust jacket rubbed, light soiling and some red discoloration to white rear panel. Blue cloth. Past owner's personal bookplate on front pastedown along with personal blindstamp on half-title leaf. Interior pages are otherwise bright and clean. Binding retains some crispness. A very good+ copy in a very good dust jacket. With Preface, Introduction, section of b/w plates on unpaged leaves, several map illustrations, Appendix, Bibliography, and Index.…

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: New.

Hard Cover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. First Edition. 128pp, bibliography, 2 endpaper maps. Or green cloth in jacket. Place/year written on half-title page, very light bump to top front corner. Very slight edge wear and rubbing to jacket. Text in German/auf Deutsch. Size: 8vo. …

, Hardcover/Pappeinband. Condition: Gut. 312 Seiten Fresh and clean hardcover copy with original dustjacket in good condition. Includes some markings in pencil on the first page. Frisches und sauberes Hardcover-Exemplar mit Original-Schutzumschlag in gutem Zustand. Enthält einige Bleistiftmarkierungen auf der ersten Seite. Contents: Introduction: The German Revolution of 1918-1919 as an Accomplished Fact - Part I. The Empire Planless Against Imminent Revolution - Part II. The Vollzugsrat - Part III. The Council of Peoples Commissars - Part IV. The First Congress of Workersand SoldiersCouncils - Part V. The Zentralrat - Part VI. The Reich ministry of the National Assembly - Index. ISBN 9780817914011 Sprache: Englisch Gewicht in Gramm: 782.…

Condition: Good. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In good all round condition. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,750grams, ISBN.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book unveils the intricacies of flood control, providing a comprehensive guide to the challenges it presents. The author outlines an array of remedies, encompassing preventive measures like reservoirs and diversion techniques, as well as protective solutions such as levees and channel modifications. The author delves into the multifaceted nature of floods, exploring their causes and the factors that intensify their impact. By examining historical flood data, the book uncovers patterns and trends, aiding in the development of effective strategies for mitigation. Moreover, the book emphasizes the significance of thorough investigation and planning in selecting appropriate flood relief measures. It underscores the need to strike a balance between the costs and benefits of various solutions, ensuring that the chosen approach aligns with the specific conditions and needs of each affected area. Ultimately, this book serves as an invaluable resource for engineers, policymakers, and anyone tasked with addressing the pressing issue of flood control. Its insights and guidance empower readers to make informed decisions, safeguarding communities and ecosystems from the devastating effects of floods. 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.…

Condition: good. A former college library book with all the expected stamps, stickers and markings. Some shelf, storage or usage wear present. The binding is tight and all pages are present. The pages appear unmarked. Pictures available upon request. Individually inspected by Scott. Thanks for supporting an independent bookseller.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - ''Relief From Floods'' is a comprehensive guidebook written by John W. Alvord in 1918 that delves into the fundamentals of flood prevention and protection. The book provides readers with a detailed understanding of the causes of floods, their effects, and the various measures that can be taken to mitigate the damage caused by them. It also discusses the different methods and techniques used to determine the proper remedies for flood-prone areas.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of flood prevention and protection. The first chapter provides an overview of the causes and effects of floods, while the second chapter discusses the importance of proper drainage systems. The third chapter explores the concept of flood control and the various methods used to prevent floods, such as levees, dams, and reservoirs.The fourth chapter delves into the importance of proper land use planning and zoning regulations in flood-prone areas, while the fifth chapter discusses the role of vegetation in flood prevention. The sixth chapter covers the importance of flood warning systems and emergency response plans, while the final chapter focuses on the various means of determining the proper remedies for flood-prone areas.Overall, ''Relief From Floods'' is an essential resource for anyone interested in understanding the fundamentals of flood prevention and protection. The book is written in an accessible and easy-to-understand language, making it suitable for both professionals and laypeople alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - Relief From Floods: The Fundamentals Of Flood Prevention, Flood Protection And The Means For Determining Proper Remedies is a book written by John W. Alvord in 1918. The book provides a comprehensive guide on the fundamentals of flood prevention and protection. It covers various topics such as the causes of floods, the effects of floods on human life and property, and the methods of flood control. The author also discusses the different means of determining proper remedies for flood prevention and protection. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the science behind flood control and prevention. It is written in a clear and concise manner, making it accessible to readers with varying levels of expertise in the field. Overall, Relief From Floods is an essential read for those concerned with the impact of floods on society and the environment.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work. …