Osdel (59 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. An anecdotal history of exploration and adventure in the Northwestern frontier, especially the Dakotas, Montana and the Pacific Northwest. A self-published work inspired by the author's acquistion of a rare book collection that included an extensive collection of narratives, annuals and records from trappers, traders and explorers. Material is presumably draw from these sources, unfortunately the author did not include a bibliography. An uncommon book, rich in anecote. 400 pages, 3/4 cloth, 1/4 buckram. Illustrated.…

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

Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Inscribed by the authors son. Book.

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

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

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No dust jacket. First Edition. FIRST EDITION in pictorial brick red cloth, gilt titling on spine, plates, illus., 400 pp. Smith #10516. Very Good with just a bit of wear at the extremities; small original bookseller sticker on bottom of rear pastedown; Material on General Kearney, Hunt's Astoria Expedition, Hugh Glass, Blackhawk War, Kit Carson, Catlin, Bonneville, and more.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. 8vo, (iv), 400; 20 b&w plates from old drawings and photographs. Bound in pictorial light blue, cover stamped Indian head in brown, gilt-stamped spine.CONDITION DESCRIPTION: Light wear and soiling; some ripples on the front clover (looks like underlying glue has loosened in spots); else very good. Interior is clean and tight. CONTENTS DESCRIPTION: General account of the northwestern frontier, with much on the overland expeditions, Indians, and the fur trade.…

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

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

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

Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. BOOK DESCRIPTION: 8vo, (iv), 400; 20 b&w plates from old drawings and photographs. Bound in pictorial terracotta cloth, cover stamped in brown, gilt-stamped spine. CONDITION DESCRIPTION: Very good; interior is clean and tight. CONTENTS DESCRIPTION: General account of the northwestern frontier, with much on the overland expeditions, Indians, and the fur trade.…

Hardcover. Condition: Good. (ca. 1915). 400 pages. Illustrated. Covers lightly soiled; spine darkened; internally, pages age darkened at edges. Good. (015).

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

Condition: New. In.

PF. Condition: New.

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

Condition: New. In.

Quarter-Leather. Condition: Very Good+. No Jacket. Circa 1915. This copy has a red leather spine with gilt titles. Light wear.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Dust Jacket. No publication date; circa 1910. Inscription in pencil on front the flyleaf reads in part "Presented by the Author, 1911". Brown cloth with embossed illustration on front board. Couple small smudges on boards. SPine extremities and tips of corners lightly bumped, with a bit of rubbing. Spine very slightly sun-darkened; gilt still bright. Else binding clean. Page edges somewhat age-darkened. Some light smudging to rear flyleaf. Else pages clean. ; B&W Illustrations; AHH16A; 400 pages; Signed by Author.…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This delightful book is a collection of charming and heartwarming stories that center around a young girl named Betty Barker, who has a kind heart and an endless supply of curiosity. Set in the early 20th century, the stories capture the innocence and spirit of childhood, while touching on themes of kindness, compassion, and the importance of imagination. Through Betty's adventures, the author explores the ways in which children learn about the world and their place within it, making this book a timeless classic that will resonate with readers of all ages. 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: Good. 1st Edition. 1st Ed., 400 pp., plates, illus., pict. cloth, nice Smith#10516 Covers Kerney, Lisa, Hunt's Astoria Expedition, hugh Glass, Blackhawk War, Carson, Catlin, Bonneville, etc.

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - 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 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.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.…

Kartoniert / Broschiert. Condition: New.

Gebunden. Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book compellingly chronicles the early history of the Dakota Indians through the lens of their unique winter counts, an ingenious system of pictographs used to record significant events and individuals. The author draws upon accounts from Lone Dog, an esteemed Dakota historian, who initiated the winter count tradition, and other prominent figures within the tribe. This narrative is significantly informed by interviews with American Horse, Cloud Shield, and Baptiste Good, whose insights enrich the interpretation of these invaluable ideographic charts. By exploring the Dakota winter counts, the book sheds light on the tribe's captivating history during a pivotal era, marked by encounters with French voyageurs, fierce battles with rival tribes, and the encroachment of American settlers. Through meticulous research and vibrant storytelling, this book serves as a testament to the resilience and cultural richness of the Dakota people. 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.…

VAN OSDEL, A.L. Historic Landmarks. Being a history of Early explorers and fur-traders, with a narrative of their adventures in the wilds of the Great Northwest Territory. [n.p., n.d.]. 400pp. Illus. Orig. cloth. Very good.

Buch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - 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 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.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.…

Condition: Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 456 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.