Mawe J (45 results)

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

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

dvd. Condition: Used - Good.

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Condition: New.

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

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

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

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

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - 'The Voyager's Companion or Shell Collector's Pilot' by J. Mawe, originally published in 1825, serves as an indispensable guide for those interested in natural history and shell collecting. This book offers practical advice and detailed descriptions to aid travelers and collectors in identifying and preserving various specimens. Intended as a companion for voyages, it combines elements of natural science with the thrill of discovery. Mawe's work provides insights into the methods and mindset of early 19th-century naturalists. This edition retains the original charm and educational value, making it a fascinating read for historians, collectors, and anyone captivated by the wonders of the natural world and the era of exploration.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a comprehensive introduction to conchology, focusing on the natural history of shells and their inhabitants. Written for beginners and hobbyists, it aims to foster a deeper appreciation and understanding of this fascinating branch of zoology. The author, an experienced naturalist, provides a detailed overview of the various types of shells, their classification, and their habitats. With a focus on univalves, bivalves, and multivalves, the book explores the intricate structures and adaptations of these creatures, shedding light on their feeding, reproductive, and defensive mechanisms. Throughout the text, the author emphasizes the importance of shells in the context of natural history, highlighting their significance as indicators of environmental conditions and their role in various ecological processes. The book also provides practical guidance on collecting and preserving shells, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in pursuing conchology as a hobby or scientific interest. Overall, this book is an accessible and engaging introduction to the world of shells, providing a solid foundation for further exploration and appreciation of these beautiful and diverse organisms. 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.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. There were many editions of this work This copy is undated There is an appendix on forcing by William Gowans (the editor of this edition) which is not mentioned on the title page of this edition The number of pages (720) , the publisher and the appendices are the same as edition published in 1860. it is not clear if this came before or after that one. the binding is green with a red spine, top of spine is a little frayed There is an ink stamp of a previous owner on the endpaper and on the last page before the appendix. Otherwise the book is tight and very clean internally.…

Buch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - 'The Voyager's Companion or Shell Collector's Pilot' by J. Mawe, originally published in 1825, serves as an indispensable guide for those interested in natural history and shell collecting. This book offers practical advice and detailed descriptions to aid travelers and collectors in identifying and preserving various specimens. Intended as a companion for voyages, it combines elements of natural science with the thrill of discovery. Mawe's work provides insights into the methods and mindset of early 19th-century naturalists. This edition retains the original charm and educational value, making it a fascinating read for historians, collectors, and anyone captivated by the wonders of the natural world and the era of exploration.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

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Condition: New. Print on Demand.

Condition: V.g. No Jacket. 1st edition thus. Little used. Weight: 1.0 Language: Portuguese Paper covers, wrap-around flaps.

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Hardcover. Condition: Fair. Fourth Edition. Lovely coloured frontispiece and a number of full-page line engraved plates throughout. Some foxing and a little water-staining. The half-leather binding is somewhat tatty. Size: Octavo. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 1 kilo. Category: Animals & Birds; Natural History & Resources. Inventory No: 75334. For further information on this title or for further photographs, please click on the "Ask Seller a Question" button directly underneath this listing. We aim to reply within three working days. Buyers from OUTSIDE of the UK are strongly recommended to make contact, to ask for an accurate shipping cost, BEFORE buying. …

Half Leather - Hardbound. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Second Edition. 152+ pages, plus hand colored frontispiece plate, and six further hand colored plates at rear; Lovely 19th century binding in green leather and green/brown marbled paper over boards; Raised spine bands, leather spine label, and gilt lettering/decoration on spine; One and a half inch split along top joint from foot; Covers show rubbing along edges; A few small closed tears, previously repaired and not affecting any of text or plate images.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very good. Second edition. 2nd edition. Small octavo. Half leather over blue paper boards. Gilt itle and yer on spine. Wear to edges and corners of boards, head and heel of spine. Corners bumped. Slight foxing to early and late pages. 140 p. w/ 1 lithographic color frontis and 6 hand colored plates.…

Hardcover. Condition: Good+. No Dust Jacket. Rubbing to joints, ends of spine and corners or boards. Some loss of marbled paper at margins of boards. Small pieces of leather shaved from corners of boards. Owner's name written in ink on fore page edges. Pencil check marks to lists of shells. Minor foxing.; xiii, 140 pages + hand-coloured frontispiece + 6 hand-coloured plates with facing letterpress descriptions. Half-calf and marbled boards. Red leather spine label. Spine title: "Treatise on Conchology". Page dimensions: 191 x 116mm. Title continues: "With Observations on the Nature and Properties of the Animals; and Directions for Collecting, Preserving, and Cleaning Shells. A New Edition, With considerable Additions and Alterations, by J. Mawe".; 12mo 7" - 7½" tall.…

Re-bound in full brown leather, octavo, gilt lettering to front board, frontispiece, xiii + 140pp, illus with colour plates, VG (moderately heavy browning to page edges, moderate foxing throughout, some annotation in pencil & ink).

Half leather. Condition: Good copy. 4to. VII + 366 pp. Una de las primeras descripciones de Brasil bajo la colonización Portuguesa. 1º Edición. Con 9 grabados incluyendo el mapa. El relato de Mawe está repleto de detalles sobre geografía de Brasil, su población y costumbres, plantas y animales, además de detalles precisos sobre piedras preciosas y su tratamiento, tema del cual el autor era experto y escribe por primera vez aquí; el libro es importante también para la Argentina, porque posee un capítulo dedicado a describir un viaje del autor a Buenos Aires en momentos cruciales para la independencia, con un recuento de la Revolución de Mayo de 1810, en la cual se formó el primer gobierno patrio. One of the first descriptions of Brazil under Portuguese dominion. Half leather. 4to. First edition, with 9 engravings, including a map. The narrative of Mawe is full of details regarding the geography of Brazil, its population and customs, plants and animals, as well as precise details of precious stones and their processing, a topic on which the author was an expert and on which he writes here for the first time. The book is important also for Argentina, because it has a chapter dedicated to a description of a trip by the author to Buenos Aires during crucial moments of independence, with an account of the Revolution of May, 1810, that tgformed the first argentinean government. ills (illustrator). …

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Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 92 pages. 10.00x7.50x0.21 inches. This item is printed on demand.

Condition: New. Print on Demand.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 176 pages. 10.00x7.50x0.40 inches. This item is printed on demand.

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