Macdonnell Charles Count (5 results)

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1921 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: 212 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: 212 Language: English,Latin.…

Softcover. Condition: New. Reprint. Language: English. Approximately 174 pages. English : Print-on-demand reprint. Original edition : 1921. A historical study of the court of Peter the Great, drawing on John G. Korb's Latin diary and presenting scenes from imperial Russia with a focus on court life, diplomacy, and political atmosphere. Of particular interest to readers of Russian history and eighteenth-century European 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. …

Softcover. Condition: New. Reprint. Language: English. Approximately 208 pages. English: Print-on-demand reprint. Original edition : 1921. Text in English. This work presents scenes from the court of Peter the Great, based on the Latin diary of Johann Georg Korb, a secretary of the Austrian legation. The English translation, made by Count MacDonnell in the mid-19th century, provides a unique perspective on the Russian court during Peter's reign. The text offers valuable insights into the political and social dynamics of the era, making it a significant historical document. 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: eng. Language: eng,lat. 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 1921. 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: - eng,lat, Pages: - 212, 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. 212 212.…

London : Bradbury & Evans, 11, Bouverie Street, 1863 , 299 + 304 pages. Also 16 pages advertisement for others works published by Bradbury and Evans. Rebound for an unknown, but most probably royal library. During the reign of Peter the Great of Russia the Austrian Emperor sent an embassy into that country. The secretary of the embassy, Johann Georg Kolb, compiled all the information he could gather in a Latin edition, a work deemed "of the greatest value" by the few who saw it. Peter the Great, however, in good tradition staunchly against any information about his country and his reign transpiring without his permission, "had his displeasure at it expressed to the Court of Vienna", and he sent his agents throughout Europe to hunt down en destroy all copies. The work of the greatest value then also became "excessively rare". Count MacDonnell found the unique text, translated and published it, but managed to make it only slightly less rare (code N-44).…