David Castleton (30 results)

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Soft Cover. Condition: Very Good. Nice copy with just minor wear. Pages of text are clean, bright and free of markings. Binding is tight and secure. ***Shipped within 24 hours from the beautiful Baltimore inner harbor area. First class service; accurate descriptions. Most items packed in boxes, not envelopes.***.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: New. In churches and cathedrals across Britain, tucked away among ordinary items such as pews, screens and pulpits, sit a plethora of fascinating and unexpected objects.From dragon-slaying spears and the ribs of monstrous cows, to pagan altars, reindeer horns and mummified skulls, these curiosities have intrigued generations of visitors. In this captivating history, David Castleton explores this fascinating world of lepers' squints, pancake bells, virgin garlands and sanctuary knockers, and unravels the tales, legends and folkloric ceremonies that lay behind these charming and often deeply unusual artefacts.

Paperback. Condition: New. In churches and cathedrals across Britain, tucked away among ordinary items such as pews, screens and pulpits, sit a plethora of fascinating and unexpected objects.From dragon-slaying spears and the ribs of monstrous cows, to pagan altars, reindeer horns and mummified skulls, these curiosities have intrigued generations of visitors. In this captivating history, David Castleton explores this fascinating world of lepers' squints, pancake bells, virgin garlands and sanctuary knockers, and unravels the tales, legends and folkloric ceremonies that lay behind these charming and often deeply unusual artefacts.

Condition: Like New. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. An apparently unread copy in perfect condition. Dust cover is intact with no nicks or tears. Spine has no signs of creasing. Pages are clean and not marred by notes or folds of any kind.

Soft cover. Condition: New. A guide to the eccentric and rare objects, tales, and legends that lie hidden behind the doors of Britain's churches. Why does Frensham Church contain a cauldron said to have belonged to fairies? What stories lurk behind Lincoln Cathedral's imp, Westminster Abbey's macabre royal effigies, and Salisbury Cathedral's 'boy bishop' statue? Why do Britain's churches contain dragon-slaying spears, monstrous cows' ribs, pagan Roman altars, reindeer horns, and archbishops' mummified skulls? David Castleton takes you on a journey through the fascinating world of lepers' squints, sanctuary knockers, virgins' garlands, and pancake bells, forever altering your view of Britain's churches and cathedrals.

Condition: Like New. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. An apparently unread copy in perfect condition. Dust cover is intact with no nicks or tears. Spine has no signs of creasing. Pages are clean and not marred by notes or folds of any kind.

Condition: Very Good. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Condition: Very Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. First Edition. Signed by Author (Unverified).

First Edition. 1990 1st edition in smart, tight binding with numerous B&W and colour illustrations; dust jacket not price-clipped with very light wear to edges and corners and faded spine (lettering unaffected); a few small spots to page fore-edges; owner's name on front free endpaper; otherwise, a clean, tidy copy. Used - Very Good. VG hardback in VG dust jacket Used - Very Good. VG hardback in VG dust jacket.

Softcover. Condition: Near Fine. First Edition. Near Fine copy with some minor wear to the front spine edge. clphE.

Cloth Boards, Gilt Titles. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. First Edition. Story of the men and women of St. Dunstan's, school for the blind. 158pp, profusely photo illustrated. Very bright, clean copy. Unmarked. Similar, unclipped dustjacket. About 'as new'. Weight, 800g. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 96 pages. 8.25x5.75x0.75 inches. In Stock.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 1st edition. 426 pages. 8.00x5.00x1.07 inches. In Stock.

Hard cover book in very good condition with dust jacket in good condition. Shelfwear to all edges of jacket which is faded to spine. Page edges lightly tanned. 8vo. 158pp.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 158 pages. Cover worn. Name on ffep.

Condition: Very Good. 1990. Hardcover. Good copy in dustwrapper 4to Illustrated. The History of Nursing and Hospital Histories. Not a first edition copy. . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Condition: Very Good. 1990. Hardcover. Good copy in dustwrapper 4to Illustrated. The History of Nursing and Hospital Histories. Not a first edition copy. . . .

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

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Hardback in jacket. 24x21.5cm. 158 pages. Clean & tight book. No inscriptions. Flat pages. Jacket is not torn. Front flap is not price-clipped: £14.95. Dispatched Royal Mail First Class with tracking next working day or sooner securely boxed in cardboard. ref JRCD. Blind Man's Vision: The story of St. Dunstan's in Words and Pictures by David Castleton.

Cloth. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. First Edition. Type: Book 158pp.

Hardcover with Dust Jacket. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. First Edition. Hardcover with maroon boards and pictorial dustjacket, first edition, 786g, 158pgs. This is the story of Arthur Pearson, who set up an organisation known as St Dunstan's dedicated to helping returned servicemen from the Western Front who had been blinded, lead full and independently satisfying lives. Book is in very good condition with mild general wear and tear and very light page discolouration throughout. There is a small pen inscription from the previous owner on the inside front page. Dust jacket is in good condition with mild shelf wear, otherwise no other pre-loved markings.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. First Edition. 158 pages. "The story of the men and women of St. Dunstan's and of their remarkable achievements. Profusely illustrated by photographs from St. Dunstan's archives, most of which have never been previously published." - from dust jacket. Clean, bright and unmarked with negligible wear. Dust jacket now preserved in glossy new archival-grade Brodart cover. Excellent copy.

Paperback. Condition: New. In churches and cathedrals across Britain, tucked away among ordinary items such as pews, screens and pulpits, sit a plethora of fascinating and unexpected objects.From dragon-slaying spears and the ribs of monstrous cows, to pagan altars, reindeer horns and mummified skulls, these curiosities have intrigued generations of visitors. In this captivating history, David Castleton explores this fascinating world of lepers' squints, pancake bells, virgin garlands and sanctuary knockers, and unravels the tales, legends and folkloric ceremonies that lay behind these charming and often deeply unusual artefacts.

Hardback. Condition: Mint. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. First Edition. BLIND MAN'S VISION The Story of St Dunstan's in Words and Pictures. David Castleton. St Dunstan's, London. 1990 First Edition ISBN 0902040022X 158pp Illustrated Hardback. This copy is in mint unmarked condition bright, white, tight and square. The price clipped dust wrapper has a little edge wear to the head of the spine but is otherwise fine. St Dunstan's was founded in 1915 by Sir Arthur Pearson who was a newspaper publisher who himself was blind and was deeply affected by the plight of the newly blinded young men returning from the Western Front in the First World War in ever increasing numbers. Now known as Blind Veterans UK this is the story of the men and women of St Dunstan's and of their remarkable achievements. The book is profusely illustrated with photographs from the St Dunstan's archives most of which have never previously been published. Ref E4 Size: 158pp.

Paperback. Condition: New. In churches and cathedrals across Britain, tucked away among ordinary items such as pews, screens and pulpits, sit a plethora of fascinating and unexpected objects.From dragon-slaying spears and the ribs of monstrous cows, to pagan altars, reindeer horns and mummified skulls, these curiosities have intrigued generations of visitors. In this captivating history, David Castleton explores this fascinating world of lepers' squints, pancake bells, virgin garlands and sanctuary knockers, and unravels the tales, legends and folkloric ceremonies that lay behind these charming and often deeply unusual artefacts.

Leather Bound. Condition: new. Language: English. {Size: 14.60 x 22.86 cms} 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 2026, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1842. 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:- 34, 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. 34.