Schley W S (25 results)

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

hardcover. Condition: good. 277 pages; 5 1/2 x 8 1/4" Illustrated from the photographs and maps of the relief expedition. Intact, fold-out maps attached at rear of book. Inked out sticker on spine; wear to cloth on spine and board edges and corners; bookplate on front and rear pastedown; previous owner's information inked on first page; slight split in title page and opposite page at spine; library stamping and the usual markings on a few pages; barcode sticker and pocket on rear pastedown.…

hardcover. Condition: very good. no jacket. 277 pages; 5 1/2 x 8 1/4" Illustrated from the photographs and maps of the relief expedition. Intact, fold-out maps attached at rear of book. small previous owner's name on first page. inside front hinge repaired. light rubbing to corners and edges. map mended with old tape.…

Hardcover. 1st Edition. 20.5cm, First Edition, vii,277p., with 14 plates and 4 (of 5 folding maps), (wanting the larger rear folding map), original dark blue cloth, gilt titles on the spine and upper cover, wear on the top and bottom of the spine, one plate bit chipped on fore and bottom edge (no text loss), good to very good sound copy (gar). ~ A.B. 15483. Contains a brief history of Greely's Lady Franklin Bay expedition, and detailed accounts of the relief expedition of 1882, of the failed Proteus expedition of 1883, and finally of Schley's successful expedition of 1884.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. 277 pp.+ 5 Lge FoldOut Maps at back, Illus Plt at Frontis & 13 Other Photo Plts, Orig Blue Hardback, Gilt title, couple repaired tears on largest map else VG & Crisp, 1st ed.

Cloth. No Jacket. Reprint. 277 pp + 1 ad, 2 of 3 maps present (1 map in 3 parts as issued), x-lib with usual markings, frontis and plates, some cover wear, mostly to spine head and tail, a little internal foxing.

vii, 277pp. Octavo. First edition. Dark blue boards with gold gilt lettering stamped to the front board and spine. Illustrated with fourteen engraved plates and three folding maps in five parts. Previous owner's name to the ffep. A light bump to the top corner of the back board. Some small closed tears to one of the folding maps have been repaired by a previous owner with tape. A tight and clean copy in very good condition. AB 15483. Commander W. S. Schley led the expedition that finally rescued Greely and the few survivors on his Lady Franklin Bay expedition--this book narrates their experiences.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Very good plus. Minimal wear, no writing, strong binding, all maps included and sharp. There is a small area of glue residue on the inside cover from a label being removed. Ships within 24 hours.

FIRST EDITION. 8vo, pp. vii, [1], 277, [1] blank, frontis., plates, 5 fldg. maps at end, orig. cloth, gilt, water-stain to lower fore-margin of the photographic plates encroaching on the images.

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Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. N.Y.: Scribner's, 1885. vii + 277pp. Illus., folding maps. Blue cloth, gilt. Some minor restorations. Near fine. A detailed account account of the expedition of the Bear, Thetis and the Alert, giving details on the rescue of Greely and companions at Cape Sabine, Smith Sound, including correspondence related to the search for Greely by the commander of the expedition. …

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First Edition. Octavo. Frontispiece, 277 pp. Fold-out map in pocket end of text, illustrated with photographic images. The authors describe the events that happened during the expedition to Lady Franklin Bay and of the two voyages undertaken for its relief before they left the harbor. They simply wrote as the events occurred, and studiously to avoid all criticism of those who took part in them. The photographic images were taken during the voyage of the Relief Expedition of 1884. An ex- library copy with their stamp on title page, bound in full brown cloth ruled in black, nicely rebacked with original gilt lettered spine laid down, number to foot in black, endpapers renewed, folding map at rear with repairs and some closed tears, plate opposite page 196 with toning to edges and outer margins torn away not affecting picture. A good copy.…

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Leatherbound. Condition: NEW. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. Leatherbound edition. Condition: New. 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. Pages: 351. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1885 edition. 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. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. 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. Language: English Pages: 351.…

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LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1887 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: 166 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: 166 Schley, Winfield S,Greely, A. W. (Adolphus Washington), 1844-1935.…

Special limited edition souvenir of the thirteenth annual Lincoln Dinner of the Republican Club of the city of New-York, 1899. Duodecimo, original half-cloth with gilt titles to the spine, frontispiece of Abraham Lincoln, illustrated. One of 500 numbered copies, this is number 126. Boldly signed on the front free endpaper in pencil by President Theodore Roosevelt, General Nelson A. Miles, and Admiral W. S. Schley, and on the front pastedown by Republican politician Chauncey M. Depew. Theodore Roosevelt was an American statesman, author, explorer, soldier, naturalist, and reformer who served as the 26th President of the United States from 1901 to 1909. As a leader of the Republican Party during this time, he became a driving force for the Progressive Era in the United States in the early 20th century. In very good condition with light soiling. Accompanied by an original program from the dinner, which took place at Delmonico's on February 13, 1899, and featured toasts by Roosevelt, Miles, and Schley, with Depew acting as toastmaster. In near fine condition. Housed in the original cloth slipcase, in very good condition. Rare and desirable, especially signed Abraham Lincoln served as the 16th President of the United States from March 1861 until his assassination in April 1865. He led the United States through its Civil War, and in doing so preserved the Union of the United States of America, abolished slavery, and strengthened the federal government. 'Lincoln and His Cabinet: A Lecture Delivered Before the New Haven Colony Historical Society, Tuesday, March 10, 1896' by journalist and Assistant Secretary of War Charles Anderson Dana offers a reflective analysis of Abraham Lincolnâs leadership through the lens of his interactions with the members of his Cabinet during the Civil War.…

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 1885. 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: - 351, 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. 351 351.…

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 1887. 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: : - 160, 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. 160 160.…

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 1887. 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: : - 166, 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. 166 166.…

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 1885. 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: - 351, 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. 351 351.…