Hutton Sir Edward (52 results)

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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Jacket by Clarke Hutton (illustrator). 1st Edition. First edition, first impression. Ex hospital library, but with only two stamps, one on each set of endpapers. Some slight edge wear to top and bottom of fab retro jacket and spine, some slight yellowing to spine, corners slightly bruised, not price clipped (21s), no personal inscriptions, internally clean tight and square, overall a vg copy, looks only lightly read. 220pp. A satire on the Civil Service, it is a sequel to Sir Compton Mackenzie's 1941 novel 'The Red Tapeworm'. Sir Edward Montague Compton Mackenzie, (1883-1972), was an English born Scottish writer of fiction, biography, histories and a memoir, as well as a cultural commentator, raconteur and lifelong Scottish nationalist. He was one of the co founders in 1928 of the Scottish National Party.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. Jacket by Clarke Hutton (illustrator). 1st Edition. First edition, first impression. Some edge wear, chipping and small loss to top and bottom of jacket and spine, corners rubbed with small loss, small 'scraped' piece missing from middle of front jacket, spine slightly browned. Not price clipped (15s), previous owner's gift inscription to ffep, internally clean tight and square, overall a vg+ copy for its age. 219pp. A diplomatic comedy. Sir Edward Montague Compton Mackenzie, (1883-1972), was an English born Scottish writer of fiction, biography, histories and a memoir, as well as a cultural commentator, raconteur and lifelong Scottish nationalist. He was one of the co founders in 1928 of the Scottish National Party.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Jacket by Clarke Hutton (illustrator). 1st Edition. First edition, first impression. Some edge wear and chipping to top and bottom of colourful jacket by Clarke Hutton, spine and extremities darkened, corners rubbed with tiny loss, some spotting and browning to page block, slight lean, not price clipped (12s 6d), previous owner's stamp to ffep, internally clean and tight, overall a vg+ copy for its age. 256pp. A comic novel by the British writer Sir Compton Mackenzie (1883-1972). It features characters introduced in Mackenzie's 'The Monarch of the Glen'. Donald MacDonald of Ben Nevis and his friend Kilwhillie head to British India in order to save his nephew from what is considered a disastrous marriage to a divorced woman. Quite a scarce book.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Second Edition. A good copy in green cloth lettered and decorated in silver. Gift inscription dated 1917 on front end-paper. 84pp. 4 folding maps. Loosely inserted is a 4pp pamphlet comprising a speech by the author entitled "The 60th Americans now the King's Royal Rifle Corps and its connection with the United States of America". Also loosely inserted is a 1page leaflet about the book headed "Notice to the General Public".

Condition: Good. A Brief History of The King's Royal Rifle Corps, 1755-1915 by Sir Edward Hutton, 1917HardbackPages: 84 + pull-out maps (complete)Condition: Some minor shelf wear/marks to boards. Light foxing to pages with some spotting to end papers. A nice copy for age.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. First edition first printing octavo hardback 52 pages illustrated with folding maps and a tissue-guarded frontispiece. Very Good condition Original gift inscription on front inside cover (from a Captain Heseltine).

Hardback. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. First Thus Edition. Bound in green cloth, with silver gilt decoration and lettering to front board, this hardcover First Thus Edition is close VG. (V)/52pp plus folding map illustrating Boer War activities of the Corps. Three other folding maps of North America, Spain & Portugal and India. Covers US war of Independence, Peninsular War, Sikh war, Afgan War, and Egypt (Tel-el-kebir, Nile Expeditions, etc). Top of spine chipped, otherwise Vg.

Octavo hardcover (VG); all our specials have minimal description to keep listing them viable. They are at least reading copies, complete and in reasonable condition, but usually secondhand; frequently they are superior examples. Ordering more than one book will reduce your overall postage costs.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. Excellent abridged history. 52pp., folding maps, frontispiece. Attractive copy in green cloth, gilt. Pencil presentation inscription from General Meads to Capt. Watson, KRRC., Nov. 1916. Front top corner rubbed and creased, top and bottom of spine slightly worn, else vgc green cloth, gilt 0.0. Signed by General Meads.

Card Covers. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. Card covers. KRRC Chronicle for 1918 with much detail on the German Offensives and subsequent battles on the Western Front. One battalion served in Salonika which is covered in this volume. 341pp., ills., maps, one trench map, honours and awards, including one VC to Rifleman Albert Shepherd in February 1918. Minor blemishes, else very good condition. Uncommon.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Published 1917. Stated 2nd Edition. NOT exLib. VG or better cond. hardcover, no dj. Dark green bds w/ silver & magenta framing, dec & lettering on front cover. Book is complete, intact & unmarked. Illustrated in b&w. 84pp including foldout map. Square, straight, tight & clean, overall VG or better used cond. Same or next day shipping. Please email any questions.

8vo. [iv], 84pp, 4 multifolding maps, text figs. Original decorated green cloth gilt. Spine head chipped, hinges easing. Relevant pamphlet loosely inserted.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 2nd Edition. Binding starting, otherwise very good. Size: 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. Book.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 2nd Edition. Binding starting, otherwise very good. Size: 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. Book.

1st Edition. Hb original green cloth , silver regimental crest to front board xii,327pp + 2pp publishers advertisements , portraits plans , Honours ,Decorations and Awards A Vg copy.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Jacket by Clarke Hutton (illustrator). 1st Edition. First published in 1947, this is a sixth impression of 1950. Top of page block dyed red as issued. Some slight edge wear to top and bottom of jacket and spine, but overall fabulous jacket very bright and unfaded. Not price clipped (9s 6d), no inscriptions, internally clean tight and square, overall a vg+ copy for its age. 264pp. It is 1943 and the war has brought rationing to the Hebridean islands of Great and Little Todday. When food is in short supply, it is bad enough, but when the whisky runs out, it looks like the end of the world. Morale is at rock bottom. George Campbell needs a wee dram to give him the courage to stand up to is mother and marry Catriona. The priest, the doctor and, of course, the landlord at the inn are all having a very thin time of it. There's no conversation, no jollity, no fun, until a shipwreck off the coast brings a piece of extraordinary good fortune. Supposedly based on the island of Barra and on a true event, the running aground of the 'SS Politician' (in the book it is called the 'Cabinet Minister'!), this comic, immensely popular novel was made into an Ealing film in 1949, starring Basil Radford, Bruce Seton, Joan Greenwood and Gordon Jackson. It was the directorial debut of Alexander Mackendrick and the screenplay was by Sir Compton Mackenzie (1992-1973). In 2016 it was made into another popular film starring Eddie Izzard (as Captain Waggett), James Cosmo et al. A scarce book.

First Edition. Near fine copy bound in the original quarter cloth over decorated paper boards. Scattered foxing throughout. Remains well preserved overall; bright, tight, clean and sharp-cornered. Physical description; 52 pages. Subjects; King's Royal Rifle Corps. British Military History. 1 Kg.

Hardcover. Condition: Good+. No Jacket. 1st Edition. Excellent annual reference with details of all Battalions operations etc. Trench maps, Roll of honour, obituaries. 382pp., folding maps. A few blemishes and chips to head and tail of spine, corners rubbed and cello remains to endpapers. Still very good internally and overall a good+ copy. Scarce 0.0.

Hardcover. 8vo, 22cm, 2nd edition, 84p., with 4 folding maps, dark green cloth, silver spine titles and silver titles & badge and borders on the upper cover, a fine bright copy (s7). - An abridged history of the King's Royal Rifle Corps first published in 1912. The second edition brings the history of the Regiment up to the 31st December, 1915 and outlines the various battalions' involvement in the Retreat from Mons, the Battles of the Marne, First Ypres, Neuve Chapelle and Loos.

Cloth. Condition: Very Good Indeed. None (illustrator). First edition. A very smart and comprehensive war record of the King's Rifle Corps for the year 1918, at the conclusion of the Great War. Published shortly after the war, this thorough volume chronicles the movements and activities of the Corps throughout the calendar year. It includes a full, dated list of officer casualties, as well as eight coloured, folding battle maps. Externally, bound in paper. Very smart with some shelfwear only. Lovely black and red paper with silver embellishment. Wear to head and tail of spine only. Internally, firmly bound. Pages bright and clean notwithstanding a few scattered spots (primarily to folding maps) and some marginal browning. Very Good Indeed. book.

First edition hard back binding in publisher's original white buckram covers, gilt titles to the spine and to the front cover, top edge gilt, others untrimmed. 4to. 12½'' x 10¼''. 146pp. De Luxe edition on Holbein hand-made paper. Hand written number 12 of 75 Limited Edition copies with original coloured lithograph SIGNED by the artist Frank Brangwyn. Brick red and black printed title with 20 colour plates after paintings by Frank Brangwyn, printed brick red vignettes in margins, headers and tail pieces. The merest hint of spotting to a couple of sheets and in Very Good clean and bright condition without any of the usual browning to the covers. Small bookplate inside the rear cover 'Percy Lindley Harrison'. Member of the P.B.F.A. ART [British].

LeatherBound. Condition: New. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1917 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: 140 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: 140 Language: English.

LeatherBound. Condition: New. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1912 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: 88 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: 88 Language: English.

Melbourne 1st May, 1903. F'scap folio. Wrapper. (38, 26pp.). With 2 fold. tables. (Parl. Papers No.37 & 38).

Leather Bound. Condition: New. 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 1912. 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: : - 88, 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. 88.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. 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 1917. 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: : - 108, 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. 108.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. 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 1917. 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: : - 140, 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. 140.