Foyer Archibald (8 results)

Condition: New. Print on Demand pp. 48.

pp. [viii], 86. Lacking F8, a blank. Later half calf and marbled boards, title a little dusty and slightly shaved at the fore-edge, leaf A7 also shaved along the fore-edge margin with the loss of a few letters at the bottom of the pages, leaf B2 with fore-edge margin repaired with loss of a few letters, leaves B3-6 with the lower margins shaved without loss of text, leaves C3 and D3-6 similarly affected, leaves D7-8 with top edge margin strengthened without loss, a single worm-hole at the lower edge of gatherings C and D, expanding into a single track only affecting a few letters, despite all of which most of the text is clean and in good order, ex libris RICHARD FREEMAN, Darwin scholar and bibliographer. *WING F2047 ; ESTC R6186 - one of 4 differing imprints in the same year. The settlement of Darien was founded in 1698 on the coast of present-day Panama. It did not last, smitten by malaria and other diseases, lack of supplies, internal dissension, trading difficulties and the constants threat of the Spanish. This pamphlet is a forlorn effort to persuade English interests to become involved and is of especial interest in its descriptions of the indigenous people, their agriculture and the natural history.…

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1700 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: 49 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: 49.…

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. 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. Reprinted from 1700 edition. 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 and contains approximately 45 pages. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. 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. Language: English.…

The Scottish attempt to establish a colony in Panama, also known as the Darien scheme, proved to be a spectacular failure. Disease, poor planning, in-fighting, and opposition from Spain and England combined to ruin any hope of the venture's success, and of 2500 colonists, only a few hundred survived. This failure proved difficult for Scots at home as well; an enormous amount of the country's resources were poured into the project, and their financial and political position was greatly weakened, helping to enable Acts of Union of 1706 and 1707. The struggles and eventual failure of the colony were the subject of heated debate, and the present work is one of many that either attack or defend the venture. The main thrust made by the author, apparently Archibald Foyer, "according to a manuscript note in the librarian's copy of the Catalogue of the New College Library (Edin. 1868)," is for increased support from the English Crown, which was reluctant to provoke the Spanish by getting involved. Also included is a brief description of the flora, fauna, and indigenous peoples of the isthmus, mostly based on Lionel Wafer's account from 1681, along with a description of the status of the colony as of 1698, including details on Scottish and indigenous leaders. Although commonly attributed to Foyer, Sabin attributes this work to Whig journalist George Ridpath, Hill and European Americana to John Hamilton, Baron Belhaven, and still others to Andrew Fletcher of Saltoun. Whoever may have penned this defense, it was popular in its day, with four different printings appearing in 1699. A rebuttal to this work, presumably by Walter Harris ("Philo-Britan"), was printed later the same year. SCOTT, DARIEN 67. ESTC R40261. EUROPEAN/AMERICANA 699/14. JCB (4):381. KRESS 2117. SABIN 78211. HILL 107. [8],86,pp. Modern three-quarter speckled calf over marbled boards, gilt label. Light shelf wear. Text slightly toned, leaf C2 with two short tears, one just touching text, otherwise quite clean. Very good.…

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 98 pages. 8.75x5.75x0.22 inches. This item is printed on demand.

Softcover. Condition: New. Reprint. Language: English. Approximately 104 pages. English: Print-on-demand reprint. Original edition : 1699. Text in English. This work presents a defence of the Scots settlement at Darien, a colonial venture in Central America, and responds to Spanish objections. It argues for English support of the Scottish colony, providing a geographical description and detailed account of the settlement. The text reflects the political and economic debates of the late 17th century regarding colonial expansion and international relations. Book images are non-contractual. This item is printed on demand and ships from our printing partners' facility nearest the destination. These facilities are located mainly in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada.…

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 1699. 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: : - 104, 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. 104 104.…