Richard E Byrd Commander U S Navy (5 results)
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Language: English
Published by G. P. Putnam s Sons of New York, 1928
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- First Edition
Seller: Catterson Vintage Books, Clinton, NY, U.S.A.Catterson Vintage Books
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Add to basketHardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. SKYWARD COMMANDER RICHARD E. BYRD 1928 1ST EDITION/1ST PRINTING VERY GOOD. I feel privileged to be able to offer this iconic book of bravery and heroism, especially in the First Edition/First Printing. Please find: Skyward, by Commander Richard E. Byrd, U.S. Navy (Retired)…. The subtitle reads: Man s mastery of the air as shown by the brilliant flights of America s leading air explorer. His life, his thrilling adventures, his North Pole and Trans-Atlantic flights, together with his plans for conquering the Antarctic by air. This medium-sized hard cover book (6 x 8 ¾ inches, 359 pages) was published by G. P. Putnam s Sons of New York, dated 1928. There is a note on the copyright page which says: This copy is from the first printing of Skyward and will be the only printing to contain the photogravure frontispiece portrait of the author. The book is bound in sky blue cloth covers with bold gilt titles on the cover and spine. The book is well illustrated with 48 b&w photographs, typically one to a page on glossy paper and each with its explanatory caption. Condition: This book is in very good condition. The hard covers are bright and very presentable, particularly the gilt titles but there has been some minor rubbing to the edges and light bumping to the corners and spine tips. Inside, the book is unmarked except for a neat bookplate of a former owner on the front endpaper. The interior pages and plates are clean and bright throughout, without toning and certainly no foxing. Both hinges are intact, and the binding is tight and sound. This book is not ex-library or a remainder.
Published by G P Putnam's Sons Ltd, New York, 1928
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Seller: Wadard Books PBFA, Farningham, KENT, United KingdomWadard Books PBFA
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Add to basketCloth. Condition: Good. No Jacket. 7th Impression. Man's mastery of the air as shown by the brilliant flights of Americas leading air explorer. His life, his thrilling adventures, his North Pole and Trans-Atlantic flights, together with his plans for conquering the Antartic by air. 359 pages with numerous monochrome plates. Blue… cloth, dull with some marks and faded spine. End paper maps, internally very good throughout.
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Published by G.P. Putnam's Sons/ The Knickerbocker Press, 1930
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Seller: The Book House, Inc. - St. Louis, St. Louis, MO, U.S.A.The Book House, Inc. - St. Louis
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Add to basketHardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Dust Jacket. Very Good Hardcover, no dustjacket, map endpapers, 48 illustrations.
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U. S. Navy Commander Allan Stein Hand Drawn/Painted Poster Signed by Admiral Richard Byrd with Original Photographs of Operation Highjump Antarctic Expedition, Bikini Island et al. from This Era
Byrd, Admiral Richard E; Stein, Allan Commander, U. S. Navy (Retired)
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Seller: The BiblioFile, Rapid River, MI, U.S.A.The BiblioFile
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Add to basketCondition: Good. Original Photographs. Rare original collection of large photographs and illustrations including a painting of Byrd in caricature form. Painting features whimsical penguin atop a South "pole" and oversized depiction above of Byrd smoking corn-cob, in prop plane flight with the words: "Fly High with a Byrd Special…". Signed and inscribed by Admiral Byrd: "Good work Allan and Alice, warm regards, Dick Byrd." The poster is hand drawn and painted by Allan Stein and his wife Alice Stein measuring 16" x 20" and mounted on Bainbridge board stock. Also, nine Allan Stein original photographs (with two additional mounted duplicates) including photo of 1945 illustration of a kamikaze Zero attacking a U. S. Hornet war ship, two from 1950 in the Bering sea near Alaska. An extra-wide original of bomb test at Bikini Atoll, et al. All of the original photographs are of varying dimensions and each is mounted on board stock measuring approximately 16" x 20". At back side of boards, many have additional description and details including Stein's address stamps from San Diego, Detroit, Antarctica while at Little America, couple with description of camera, film, settings, etc. Most have hangers ready for display. Three photographs are from Admiral Byrd's Operation Highjump by Commander Stein, who was an appointed Navy photographer for the unusual expedition. "South Polar Plateau Antartica 1946-47" full-size of board and with stamp at back: "Lt. Allan E. Stein, Motion Picture Div. N.P.C. N.A.S. Anacostia, D.C." Anacostia is a historic neighborhood in Washington, D.C. "Antartic Dwellings, Summer Night, 1946-47" of Little America III encampment. Printed by Stein at back: "Frozen Stories, Little America's III, Summer Nite". Also, stamps: "Photographic Creations - Movie Stills by Allan E. Stein, Valley View Lodge, Phoenix; and, Photo Credit, Allan E. Stein, 16186 Blackstone Ave. Detroit 19, Mich." There is a mounted duplicate of this photo with further notation, stamps. "Antartic Camerman 1946-47" photo signed by Allan Stein with Phoenix and Anacostia stamps to back. Also photo note card with title, camera settings, etc. adhered at back. "Iced Railings" or "Heavy Icing" in the Bering Sea of the USS Burton Island, 1950 (and two mounted duplicates of this same photo). Stamps for Phoenix, Detroit, Anacostia to back. One has photographer's card with title, lens stop, exposure, film, and camera being utilized as a Medalist with 3.5 Ektar lens. One with label for Commander Enterprises of Newbury Park, Calif. USS Burton in Bering Sea trapped in ice and titled "Ice Bound" signed to front: "Allan Stein 1950". Stamps for Valley View Lodge and Anacostia at back "Airlift Standbys" of large 4-prop cargo planes (possibly WWII era Boeings) on air field signed by Stein. Printed at back: "Roosevelt Roads" which was a naval station in Puerto Rico. One of Bikini Atoll bomb test signed by Stein and written at back of board: "Bikini - Atomic Bomb Test 'B'". Apprears to be photo from Operation Crossroads on July 25, 1946. This is an extra-wide photograph. Some discoloration to mounting board not affecting photo. "U. S. Hornet CV-10, March 19, 1945" is image of first hand account of Allan Stein when he was deployed on the US Hornet CV-10 with a Japanese Zero attacking vessel. This is a mounted photograph of his illustration. On same date of March 19, 1945, US Navy aircraft attacked Japanese warships at Kure. Kure-shi is a port and major shipbuilding city situated in Hiroshima Prefecture. Printed by Stein at back: "I was in first line of TBM's ready for a strike at Kure Koe, Japan when this Jap plane dove in on us. Truely, 'God was the pilot of our ship.'" Stamp for Anacostia Motion Picture Div. at back. During the Pacific War, Kure acted as the Imperial Japanese Navy's single-largest naval base and arsenal. Most of the city's industry and workforce were employed in the service of the naval installations, munitions factories and associated support functions. In the later stages of the conflict Kure came under sustained aerial bombardment culminating in the Bombing of Kure in June and July 1945. Also, interestingly, this as several others appear to have re-purposed can opener tab as the adhered wall hanger. Finally, a majestic mounted photo of Allan Stein's father at the Mount Vernon resting memorial of George Washington. Titled "Silent Tribute" by Stein with note: "Dad at Mt. Vernon". With "Movie Stills" Valley View Lodge of Phoenix stamp at back. All items preserved in Stein's original 17" x 21" hard carrier photo case with riveted steel corners, and featuring olive cloth straps with buckles, with olive cloth handle. Stein's personal card adhered along with other travel labels, stamps, etc. Set into case is The National Geographic Magazine of October, 1947 with Admiral Byrd's detailed 93-page article on the 1946-47 expedition: "Our Navy Explores Antarctica with 59 illustrations and 3 maps, and 11 Natural Color Photographs". Allan Stein has marked to "SAVE" at front cover and bookmarked page with photo of himself. Several of the photos are by Stein and one original is included in the collection on offer here. Also in this issue: "Guatemala Revisited with 40 Natural Color Photographs; and Maps of Countries of the Caribbean and the Society's New Map of the Caribbean Area. Also, found in case preserved in sleeve are two Western Union telegrams of Allan Stein from May, 1945 with dates of train departure and sent with love from Jackie. An attractive, unique and rare collection of intrigue and history. Insured post. Stein, Allan (Artist, Photographer) (illustrator). Signed by Subject and Photographer.
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Seller: Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, IndiaGyan Books Pvt. Ltd.
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Add to basketLeather 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 l…ends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1928. 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: - , Pages: - 402, 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. 402 402.
