Frederick Gustavus Skinner (10 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. WITH SHEET SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR. Secondary title page: "A Sporting Family of the Old South; The Story of Five Generations of Sportsmen, Starting with John Stuart Skinner, 1788, and Ending with his great-great-grandson, 1936. John Stuart Skinner . . . Frederick Gustavus Skinner . . . Frederick Stuart Greene . . . Francis Thornton Greene . . . By Harry Worcester Smith . . . Included in this Volume are the Reminiscences of an Old Sportsman and Other Articles by Frederick Gustavus Skinner." xviii, 477 pages. Hardcover: H 24.25cm x L 16cm. No dust jacket (i.e. lacking). Red cloth rubbed with some stains; front board's gilt lettering remains bright; spine ends and board corners frayed; spine cloth mildly sunned with gilt stamping still fairly bright save for dulled publisher lettering at heel. Affixed to frontispiece's recto is typed sheet noting this copy was to be "Presented as a prize at the Rombout Hunter Trials, November 1, 1941 . . ." and signed by author Harry Worcester Smith; foxhunting-themed bookplate on half-title's verso; moisture stains with some red color bleed from boards at top margins of several initial and rear leaves; some foxing on early pages as well; interior text leaves remain mostly clean. Glue repair to slender tearing to surface paper at hinges; text block remains firm.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good+ to Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good-. First Edition. 478 pp. Original red cloth covers w/ titles in gilt. Light foxing to edges of text block. DJ lightly soiled w/ wear and several short tears to edges. Spine sunned. Illust. w/ b/w plates. Contents nice.

Cloth. Condition: Good. viii, 119; 4, 91; 107; 1, 60; viii, 120; 96 pages. The six works, each with own title page. Cloth splitting along lower joint but binding sound. H.P. Hedges of Sag Harbor 1852 inscription to front free endpaper. Occasional light foxing/toning. Pencil lines to margin of "Manures".…

Hardcover. 8vo. Published by J. B. Lyon Company, Albany, NY. 1936. Xvii, 477 pgs. First Edition/First Printing. DJ has light shelf-wear present to the DJ extremities. Bound in cloth boards with titles present to the spine and front board. Boards have light shelf-wear present to the extremities. No ownership marks present. Text is clean and free of marks. Binding tight and solid. First part is about John Stuart Skinner, founder of the American Turf Register, and Smith's great-great grandfather. John Stuart Skinner (22 February 1788 21 March 1851) was an American purser for the navy, post master, and the founder and editor of several magazines dealing with agriculture and outdoor life. The magazines he began promoted new agricultural industry including sericulture, horse breeding, cattle rearing and sport hunting. He has been considered as the founder of agricultural journalism in the US. ; 8vo 8" - 9" tall.…

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1858 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. 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. Pages: 112 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: 112 Language: English.…

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1851 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. 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. Pages: 116 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: 116 Language: English.…

Softcover. Condition: New. Reprint. Language: English. Approximately 91 pages. English: Print-on-demand reprint. Original edition : 1851. Text in English. This reprint presents a comprehensive guide on agricultural practices tailored for primary and secondary education. Originally published in 1851, the work covers fundamental aspects of farming, crop cultivation, and rural economics, making it a valuable resource for historical agricultural studies and educational research. 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. …

Softcover. Condition: New. Reprint. Language: English. Approximately 91 pages. English: Print-on-demand reprint. Original edition : 1858. Text in English. This reprint provides a comprehensive introduction to agricultural principles and practices, tailored for educational use in primary and secondary schools. The work covers fundamental aspects of farming, including soil management, crop cultivation, and livestock care, reflecting the agricultural knowledge of the mid-19th century. It serves as a valuable resource for historians of education and agricultural science. 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.…

Softcover. Condition: New. Reprint. Language: English. Approximately 91 pages. English : Print-on-demand reprint. Original edition : 1858. A concise agricultural textbook designed for primary and secondary school instruction, covering the fundamentals of farming, soil, crops, and practical rural knowledge. The volume reflects mid-19th-century educational methods and would be of interest to collectors of agricultural history, school textbooks, and early pedagogical works. 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 1851. 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: : - 116, 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. 116 116.…