Fabricius Johan Wigmore (11 results)

American third printing (per publisher's sequence upon copyright page). x, 813 pages. Hardcover: H 22cm x L 15.5cm. No dust jacket (i.e. lacking). Red cloth soiled and rubbed; spine sunned; some bumping/scuffing to spine ends and board corners; gilt stamping to spine and front board dulled but legible. Some foxing and soiling to text block edges; staining at head and heel of fore-edge. Some foxing to endpapers with light occurrences to interior leaves which otherwise remain mostly clean. Binding is firm.…

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Poor. Sixth Impression. Book has been lightly worn, rubbed, and soiled. Is exlib (school traveling library) with card on forepage. Pages edges are spotted and stained. Dust Jacket is very worn, rubbed, chipped, torn, and soiled.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

hardback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. hardback, first British edition abridged and translated by M C Darnton, pictorial cloth binding a little soiled, the binding tight, signature of a previous owner on the front free endpaper, the text unmarked. Illustrated, xii + 296pp.

Decorative Cloth. Condition: Very Good. First Ed. 296 pages, 8 pages of ads from the publisher. Small crease on backstrip.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book tells the true story of Willem Ysbrantszoon Bontekoe, a Dutch seafarer whose voyage to the East Indies in the 17th century became legendary for its incredible hardships and dangers. Setting sail in a small ship during Holland's golden age of exploration, Bontekoe and his crew faced storms, scurvy, and even shipwreck, yet persevered through every challenge. The author paints a vivid picture of life at sea during this era, detailing the camaraderie and struggles of the sailors, the exotic wonders of the tropics, and the constant threat of disaster. Bontekoe's leadership and resilience in the face of adversity serve as an inspiring example of human courage and determination. This historical account offers a glimpse into a pivotal period of exploration and trade, highlighting the risks and rewards faced by those who dared to venture into the unknown. Ultimately, Bontekoe's journey reminds us that even the most perilous voyages can be overcome with a cool head, a brave heart, and an unwavering refusal to give up. 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.…

Buch. Condition: Neu. Neuware.

Hard Illustrated Cover. Condition: Very Good. No Dust Jacket. 1st UK Edition. 296 pages. Black/white illustrations. A firm, straight book. The Author (illustrator).