Morgan Sir Gilbert (11 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. First edition. 387p. Ex-library; REBOUND. A hardcover book that has been rebound with a green cloth spine, retaining the original cloth boards. FAIR condition. The title has been handwritten on the new spine. Edges of boards are heavily worn, exposing the underlying cardboard. Crack forming in the back cover. Label on spine, stamps on foredges, and various library markings inside. Text itself unmarked and binding tight. A heavily worn but readable copy. Illustrated with black and white photographs and diagrams.…

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. DW: Minor edge wear only. 191 photographs of buildings built before 1887 in Adelaide. Map of South and North Adelaide inside front and back covers. 23.5 x 16 cm. 169 pp.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Fair. Black and white photographs. First edition. Previous owner's name and date on front free endpaper, else very good in a fair (shelf worn, long tears and mottling on rear panel) dust jacket.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Dustwrapper, green cloth gilt, 4to, pp.xii, 387. Illustrated. Approached by choosing a different category of chemicals for each chapter to summarise the evolution of the commercial processes for its production. Typical chapters cover salt, industrial gases, explosives, sulphur and so on, sixteen in all. Dustwrapper complete, clean and sound save several small edge splits and light wear to spine ends. Cloth clean and bright. Previous owners name below wrapper inside sleev and on front endpaper. Contents clean and tight. Nice copy, scarce in this condition. Near fine in VG dustwrapper.…

8vo. pp. xii, 387. tipped-in publisher's note. 32 plates. text illus. cloth (institutional rubberstamp on title & front flyleaf). First Edition.

British research chemist (1872-1940), Mason Professor of Chemistry, University of Birmingham, and author of numerous works. All three items very good; all three docketed and two bearing the Society's stamp. All three signed 'G. T. Morgan'. ITEM ONE (typed letter, one page, quarto, slightly creased, with one pin hole): His 'change of address and the recent crisis have both hindered my reply to your letter'. Would be honoured to be one of the Society's Cantor Lecturers, and suggests as title 'Achievements of British Chemical Industry in the last Twenty-five Years'. 'I think you will appreciate this preference. There is but litttle to distinguish the period 1900-1913 from 1890-1900 or even earlier decades. But the last 25 years will include the renaissance in British Chemical industry, engendered by the World War.' Final paragraph discusses practicalities of lecture. ITEM TWO (autograph, one page, octavo): It will be 'equally convenient' for him to lecture on the alternative date, and he requests confirmation. ITEM THREE (autograph, one page, octavo): He is 'leaving town during the coming week' and asks for the 'honorarium for the Cantor Lectures delivered last month' to be forwarded. 'I dont wish to have a cheque lying about in my absence.'. …

Original Cloth. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. First Edition. Inscribed To Sir Robert Robertson, who was responsible for much of the chapter on explosives and is mentioned prominently in the Acknowledgements. Inscribed by Both Authors.

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1933 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 bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Pages: 114 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. 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: 114.…

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1918 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 bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Pages: 407 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. 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: 407.…

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1918 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: 414 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: 414 Language: English.…

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 1918. 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: - 414, 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. 414 414.…