Mowat James (22 results)

Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. First Edition. (xiv) 153 pp. Black boards lettered in gilt on the spine; dark blue endpapers; headband. Lightly rubbed on the corners of the dustjacket; small ink mark on the lower edge of the text block; no interior markings; price intact. Authors relive their most embarrassing moments. This anthology contains: Foreword by Jack McClelland; My New Yorker Stories by Ted Allan; A Bedtime Story by Charlotte Vale Allen; A Flying Start by Margaret Atwood; Woman Talk by Jo Anne Williams Bennett; A Delicate Transaction by D. M. Clark; Where Is My Book by Matt Cohen; And That's the Way it Was by Peter Desbarats; Sometimes One Cook Is Too Many by Howard Engel; A Light Breakfast by Helen English; A Star is Born by Joy Fielding; Return of the Native by Sylvia Fraser; Only on Sunday by James Houston; A Total Misfit by Robert Hunter; No Exit by Martin Knelman; A Welcome Home Party by R. D. Lawrence; Distinguished Professor Meets Careerist Slimeball by Elliott Leyton; The Fish Had a Field Day by Roy MacGregor; The Girl with the Caribbean Curls by Garry Marchant; Interlude at La Guardia by W. O. Mitchell; They'll Die Laughing by Farley Mowat; Breaking Ice by Alice Munro; Waltzing Matilda by Knowlton Nash; The Burning Lighter by Alan Pearson; Just Another Pretty Face by Edward O. Phillips; Oh I Know That One by Garfield Reeves-Stevens; An Afternoon's Diversion by Nancy-Gay Rotstein; Barking Up the Wrong Canoe by Walter Stewart; The Midnight Prowler by Stuart Trueman; Common Ground by Eric Wright; Mortification on the Promo Trail by Tim Wynne-Jones; Fothing at the Mouth by Larry Zolf; Afterword by Margaret Visser. Size: 8vo. Book.…

Softcover. Condition: Very Good with no dust jacket. Sound binding. Pages are clean and bright. Wrappers have light handling wear. Contents: Knapp, Visual and Ethical Truth in The Winter's Tale. Jensen, Singing Psalms to Horn-pipes: Festivity, Iconoclasm, and Catholicism in The Winter's Tale. Kidnie, What world is this? Pericles at the Stratford Festival of Canada, 2003. Book reviews. 10.0" tall; 112 pages. …

Condition: Brand New. 5.51x4.92x0.35 inches. In Stock.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. 72 pp bw illustrations, clean sound paperback - sent from Gloucestershire.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. In Very Good Condition. Embossed On Half-Title Page. Otherwise No Notes, Names or Markings, May Have Minor Wear/Tear To Edges and/or Turned Corners. - For More Information On Condition. Please See All Photos. Vintage 1985 - 2 First Edition Volumes These books are classics, many of them old friends of mine like Man-Eaters of Kumaon which held me spellbound in my youth, and the unforgettable Ring of Bright Water and Born Free. Lorenz's The Year of the Greylag Goose is here with its fascinating mix of science and a breath of the wild, as is Hans Hass's exciting and beautiful Diving to Adventure, while in Bandoola, J. H. Williams brings the majestic world of the elephant to us as nobody else could. Farley Mowat's touching and witty Never Cry Wolf takes its place naturally among the winners, and it is good to see my fellow veterinarian, J. Y. Henderson, in such company. He treats a greatly different kind of patient from mine but his adventures in the circus are a joy. Etc.…

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fair. Geography, history, flora, fauna, and people of the Canadian Arctic. 105 photographs, many in color; 9 maps, 67 historic engravings, paintings by artist A. Y. Jackson. Book is tight and clean, dark blue boards have gold lettering on spine that's crisp and bright. Jacket is worn at folds of flaps, along spine and edges; clipped corner. 128 pages, 9" x 11 1/4". May need extra charge for international orders. A. Y. Jackson, James Houston (illustrator).…

Paperback. Condition: New. Illustrated.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the application of climatology to Canadian agriculture and horticulture. It explores the considerable variety of local climates in Canada, particularly in Ontario and British Columbia, caused by influences such as the Great Lakes, small lakes, and variations in altitude. The author highlights the importance of understanding these climate variations for farmers and fruit growers, as they can significantly impact crop yields and the success of different plant species. This book provides valuable insights into climatic conditions across Canada, allowing readers to make informed decisions about the best crops to grow in their specific locations. It also emphasizes the need for further research and mapping of climatic conditions to optimize agricultural practices and support the development of the fruit industry in Canada. 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: Brand New. 5.71x5.00x1.02 inches. In Stock.

Condition: Brand New. 5.71x4.96x1.06 inches. In Stock.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. First American Edition. Illustrated with maps, diagrams and photographs. DJ clipped; no initial sale price data. Protected in an archival wrapper. More images and/or description can be sent on request. Condition: Fine in Near Fine DJ. A. Y. JACKSON; James HOUSTON (illustrator).…

1940. (Paper covers) Very good. A collection of 16 radio talks (4 pages each) given on Sunday nights over CBC. Contributors include Oliver Mowat Biggar 14 , Frederick Birchall 2 , Clare Boothe 8 , Richard O. Boyer 16 , Henry Breckinridge 5 , Gerald Campbell 15 , Gregory Clark 3 , John W. Dafoe 13 , James G. Gardiner 17 , Frederick Griffin4b , Matthew H. Halton 10 , James Hilton 9 , Lawrence Hunt 12 , Florence Reed4a , Robert E. Sherwood 6 , Hendrik Willem Van Loon 18. (Canada, Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, CBC, Ideas, Radio Programs, World War 2). …

Paperback. Condition: New. Illustrated.

Hardcover. Fourth Edition. 12mo, iii-v, 373 pp with plates. Good; rebacked in leather preserving contemporary spine and covers, with surface marks and chipping to edges and corners; binding tight; text block shows age-toning and damp staining to upper corner; foxing to pages throughout; five folding plates present and intact; ex-library copy with embossed stamps to several pages; MF consignment. 1358509. Special Collections.…

Single Issue Magazine. Condition: Fair. First Edition. Features: Cover illustration inside Edmonton Airport control tower with C.P. Airlines plane on distant tarmac. Colour-photo ad for International Trucks inside front cover; Household Finance one-page ad features photo of A.D. MacLeod, Manager of their office at 805 First St. W. in Calgary; Seventy Minutes with General Douglas MacArthur - article with photo; Royal Roads and Royal Military College ad; Would You Live Better In the U.S.? - comparing prices and living standards of the Bieber family of Hamilton, ON with the Bigami family of Trenton, NJ; The Other Hero of the SS Flying Enterprise - photo-illustrated article on First Officer Kenneth Dancy; Are the Schools Ruining Your Child? - by veteran teacher William E. Hume; A Garden in Your Mailbox - photo-illustrated article on the Dominion Seed House with Bill Bradley, Phares Vannatter and Fred Fryer; What the West Thinks Russia Will Do; They Sometimes Murder But Never Steal - Photo-illustrated article by Farley Mowat on the vanishing Eskimos of the Hudson Bay hinterland; When Canasta Was the Craze - article with many photos of Wayne and Shuster; "I Grind Her Till She Bust" - photo-illustrated article on veteran organ grinder Joe Ferrari who lives in Toronto's Little Italy; Page 36 features a humourous one-third page two-colour "Torontonian's Map of Canada" which shows it as the hub of North America; Nice two-colour Beatty ad shows housewife carressing her automatic clothes washer; Nice back cover ad for the Irish Linen Guild. Please note: missing pages 25-28, and 49-52 (contained end of the Dancy article). Page 3 is secured with archival tape. Unmarked with average wear. A worthy reference copy.; Folio - over 12" - 15" tall; Maclean's, Canada's National Magazine, March (Mar.) 1, 1952 - Kenneth Dancy, The Other Hero of the SS Flying Enterprise Ootek Owliktuk Pommela Edmonton Airport control tower with C.P. Airlines plane on distant tarmac. Colour-photo ad for International. Illustrated by Arbuckle, Franklin (cover); Whalley (illustrator).…

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1958 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: 18 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: 18 Volume no.12.…

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 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 Volume 1 Language: English.…

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1895 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: 216 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: 216 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 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in . 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, Vol:- Volume 1, Pages:- 137, 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. Volume 1 137 137.…

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 1895. 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: - 214, 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. 214 214.…