May 1851 (29 results)

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Alchemists through the Ages is a comprehensive study of the history of alchemy. The book traces the origins of alchemy in ancient Egypt and explores its development throughout the Middle Ages and the Renaissance.Amazon. This copy is in excellent condition as the 1970 paperback Stein…

Condition: Very Good. 112 pages, 1 plate. An authentic standalone article, extracted from a larger volume. Not a reprint or reproduction, but an original work in its own right. Preserved in a modern card cover, prepared for practicality - an unassuming but serviceable presentation that favours function over finery. Size: 18 x 26…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a meticulously detailed report on the surveying and location of a proposed railroad line in North Carolina. The author, an experienced engineer, provides a thorough analysis of the various routes considered, evaluating their length, curvature, grades, and cost of con…

Condition: Good. Hard back binding in publisher's original burgundy cloth covered boards, blocked and lettered gilt back. 8vo. 9'' x 6''. This official biography was written by Nicoll's friend T. H. Darlow and published in 1925. Contains (xvi), 475 pp with monochrome illustrations and photographs throughout. In Good condition, n…

Condition: Very Good. First edition hard back binding in publisher's original bronze cloth covered boards, blocked and lettered gilt back. 4to. 11½'' x 9¼''. Contains 240 pp with monochrome and colour illustrations and throughout. Fine condition book in Very Good condition dust wrapper, not price clipped in original slip case. T…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. 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…

Condition: Fine. First edition hard back binding in publisher's original black cloth covered boards, blocked and lettered gilt back, publisher's patterned end papers. 8vo. 9½'' x 6¼''. Full printer's code 1 3 5 7 9 8 6 4 2. Contains (xxii), 478 pp with monochrome and colour illustrations and plates throughout. Fine condition boo…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a compilation of records of the Particular Synod of New York, a significant regional church governing body of the Reformed Dutch Church of the time. It primarily focuses on the Synod's proceedings and decisions made at its regular meetings during the years 1851 and 1852. T…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a critical review of the English legal profession during a period of significant change. The author examines the growing influence of lawyers and attorneys in legal proceedings, their increasing role in public affairs, and the evolution of legal education. The book a…

Condition: Very Good. First edition hard back binding in publisher's original bronze cloth covers, gilt title lettering to the spine. 12mo. 5'' x 5''. Reproduced in its original size for a small pocket. Illustrated in colour throughout. Fine condition book in Very Good condition dust wrapper with small mark to the front cover, n…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This insightful publication analyzes France's political and social climate in the wake of the 1848 Revolution. The author, a keen observer of French society, delves into the complexities of nationhood, examining the factors that have shaped France's unique identity and the challenges i…

Condition: Very Good. New edition hard back binding in publisher's original charcoal black cloth covered boards, blocked and lettered gilt back and front, dark green lining papers. 8vo. 8¼'' x 5½''. Contains tissue guarded frontispiece, (xvi), 398 pp + ii with 23 full-page monochrome illustrations throughout. Light surface marks…

Condition: Very Good. Hard back binding in publisher's original light blue cloth covers, black lettering and elaborate design to the spine and the upper panel, gilt motif with the letters V. R. to the lower panel, floral end papers. 8vo 8'' x 5¼'' 148 pp. Full-page monochrome illustrations throughout. Nice illustrated bookplate…

Condition: Very Good. First edition in publisher's original colour illustrated stiff card wrap covers [soft back]. 4to. 11'' x 8½''. Contains 86 printed pages with monochrome and colour works of art throughout. Three cat claw marks to the front cover and in Very Good condition, no dust wrapper as issued. Member of the P.B.F.A. I…

Condition: Very Good. First edition in publisher's original colour illustrated stiff card wrap covers [soft back]. Square 8½'' x 8¼''. Contains 15 printed pages of text followed by 32 full-page colour plates. In Very Good clean condition with feint crease line to the top corner of the front cover, no dust wrapper as issued. Memb…

Condition: Fine. First edition hard back binding in publisher's original federal blue cloth covers, gilt stamped title lettering to the spine, symmetrical gilt design to the front cover, top edge gilt, linen end papers. 4to. 12'' x 8¼''. Contains (vi), 42 pp followed by 30 full-page colour plates tipped in to Marengo grey thick…

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. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt band…