Powell Baden Rev (17 results)

PAP. 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.

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

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a compendium of experimental and mathematical optics, designed to aid the study of elementary optics for university students. It offers a comprehensive introduction to the field, encompassing topics such as reflection, refraction, the properties of lenses, and more recondite subjects like the polarization and interference of light. The author's analytical methods facilitate a clear and concise exploration of these phenomena, providing a solid foundation for further study in physical optics. The book's historical context and innovative theoretical principles provide a fresh perspective on the subject, making it an invaluable resource for students and scholars alike. 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.…

Cloth. Condition: Good. First edition. A scarce first edition of this third series of essays on nature from English priest Baden Powell. First edition. Scarce work. A third series of essays on nature in relation to the claims of the book of Revelation. With titles including: historical sketch of the progress of physical science as bearing on religious belief, nature and revelation, the rationalistic and other theories of miracles, theological views of miracles, and general relations of the Christian faith to physical truth. Written by Baden Powell, an English mathematician and Church of England priest considered a prominent liberal theologian who put forward advanced ideas about evolution. Bound by Edmonds & Remnants, London. In the original red cloth binding. Externally, sound with light rubbing and bumping to the extremities. Light fading to the spine with the odd small mark to the boards. Residue of a sticker to the tail of the spine with splits in the cloth at the joints and across the spine resulting in light lifting. Front hinge just starting but firm. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are very bright with the odd small spot. Light age toning to the endpapers. Bound by Edmonds & Remnants, London. Good. None (illustrator). book.…

First edition hardback. The binding is rubbed, the front hinges are a touch weak, the spine is peeling at the top. There is some light foxing / light browning throughout the text. Scarce. xviii + 495.

No Binding. Condition: Good+. 1st Edition. Printed wrapper/t.p.+32 (pagination actually includes t.p.)(end wrapper missing?) Clean & tight internally, Embossed circular stamp of 'Cardinal Hayes Manhattan College New York' on wrapper/t.p., with 6 digit number stamp on verso, wrapper/t.p. sl.short of outer edge and has a broken line of brown staining towards inner lower edge. Sp.condition suggests this was disbound from a bound collection, but this has not affected security of binding and is fairly innocuous. This pamphlet seems to be particularly scarce. Baden Powell, father of the Boys Scouts founder, was Savilian Professor of Geometry at Oxford and an F.R.S.…

No Binding. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Printed wrapper t.p.+(26) (lacking a back wrapper?), clean & tight, sp. condition suggests this has been disbound from a bound collection, but this is quite inoffensive and security of binding is unaffected. Scarce pamphlet by father of founder of Boy Scouts, who was Savilian Professor of Geometry at Oxford and an F.R.S.…

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Dust Jacket. Edition Unstated. Marbled board covers with brown half leather and gilt decoration. A composite volume bound comprising: The History and Antiquities of the Cathedral Church of Lincoln, illustrated with a Series of Highly-Finished Engravings, exhibiting general and Particular Views, a Ground Plan, and all the Architectural Features and Ornaments of the edifice, 18pp plus 10plates, by J & H S Storer, published in London by C & J Rivington, J Hatchard, & Son, Lloyd & Son, Sherwood, Jones & Co (plates dated 1813); Published by the Ashmolean Society in Oxford: On the Theory of Ratio and Proportion, as Treated by Euclid, Including an Inquiry into the Nature of Quantity, 64pp, by the Rev. Baden Powell in 1836; Observations on the Natural History of Two Species of Wasps, 28pp, by Rev. Edward Bigge in 1835; Narrative of an Excursion to the Lake Amsanctus and to Mount Vultur in Apulia in 1834, 5099 plus 5 plates, by Charles Daubeny in 1835; Notes on the Indica of Ctesias, 80pp plus 1 plate, by H H Wilson in 1836; On the Ampitheatre at Pola in Istria, 40pp plus 1 plate by Travers Twiss in 1836; Remarks on the Proportionate Quantites of Rain at Different Seasons in Oxford, 19pp, by Stephen Peter Rigaud in 1835 Covers are clean with rubbed edges, rear cover is detached, internal binding sound, bookplates on front inside cover, clean slightly darkened pages, some freckling on some plates. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: under 1 kg. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 50111080149. All our books are sent by tracked mail.…

First Edition. FIRST EDITION, with rare original covers. Crown octavo, pp.[6], 122. In publisher's original cream paper wraps with black titles printed to spine and covers. Covers lightly browned; more heavily to spine. Some loss to tail of spine. Very good indeed, especially considering the rarity of the original paper wraps. The first English translation of this autobiography by the French scientist and politician. The Rev. Baden Powell was the father of Robert Baden-Powell, founder of the Scouting movement.…

1st Ed. Thin 8vo. 40pp. + [ii]. Title page device. Unopened. Original wrapps., lightly creased, sl. chipped. Read to the Ashmolean Society, June 4, 1849. US$111.

First Edition. First edition, 8vo, pp. 40, [2]; fine in original printed wrappers. Powell, the Savilian Professor of Geometry at Oxford and was a colleague of Herschel, Airy and Babbage. "Read to the Ashmolean Society, June 4, 1849." Berkeley, New Mexico and Natl. Libry of Wales only in OCLC.

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 1833. 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: : - 226, 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. 226 226.…

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1859 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: 555 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: 555.…

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1859 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: 547 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: 547 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 1859. 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: - 547, 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. 547 547.…