Spencer Stanhope John (52 results)

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Condition: New.

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

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

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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. (1904); Very Good Plus/no dj, very thick octavo, 568pp., green cloth hardcover, bright gold lettering on cover & backstrip, 6 b&w photogravures, binding tight, owner's inked name on endpaper o/w text unmarked.

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.…

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles the author's enthralling journey through Greece in the early 19th century, a time when the region was shrouded in mystery and intrigue. The author, an intrepid explorer and scholar, embarked on this expedition under the auspices of the esteemed Institute of France, with a particular focus on unraveling the historical and geographical enigmas of ancient Greece. The narrative delves into the challenges and triumphs faced by the author as they traversed the rugged landscapes of the Morea, navigating treacherous terrains and enduring bouts of illness. Their meticulous investigations led them to uncover forgotten ruins, meticulously document ancient sites like Olympia and Elis, and shed light on the complexities of Greek geography. Central to the author's quest was the exploration of the Plain of Plataea, a site of immense historical significance due to the famed battle between the Greeks and Persians. This book offers readers a captivating blend of travelogue, archaeological exploration, and historical analysis, providing valuable insights into the state of Greece during this pivotal period. The author's unwavering determination to unravel the mysteries of the past, coupled with their vivid descriptions of the land and its people, makes this a compelling read for anyone interested in the history and legacy of ancient Greece. Ultimately, this book serves as a testament to the enduring power of curiosity and the profound impact that exploration and scholarship can have on our understanding of the world. 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.…

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.…

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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: New. KlappentextrnrnThis is a reproduction of the original artefact. Generally these books are created from careful scans of the original. This allows us to preserve the book accurately and present it in the way the author intended. Since the origina.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback / softback. Condition: New. This item is printed on demand. New copy - Usually dispatched within 5-9 working days.

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: 114. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1865 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: 114.…

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

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: 214. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1817 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: 214.…

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Folio. nd [c. 1824]. Large paper (approx. 55 cm x 37 cm). Consists of title page then the following plates: 1) double-page map of the plain of Plataea after Allason, published 1st January 1817 by John Murray; 2) Plan of Gifto-Castro, ancient Eleuthera after Allason, published 1st January 1817 by John Murray. 3) Plataea; plan of the acropolis, with two inset engravings after Allason, published 1st January 1817 by John Murray 4) Full page engraving of Gifto Castro, the Ancient Eleuthera after Allason, published 1st January 1817 by John Murray. 5) Chiarenza. Oval vignette engraving set in centre page, after Allason, published by Rodwell and Martin, January 23d 1824, 6) The Pyrgo or Tower at Mirata, after Allason, Oval vignette engraving set in centre page, after Allason, published by Rodwell and Martin, January 23d 1824, 7) Plan of Olympia Oval vignette engraving set in centre page, after Allason, published by Rodwell and Martin, January 23d 1824. 8) Plans of the Ruins of Olympia, attractive set of engravings accompanied by small plans, published by Rodwell and Martin, January 23d 1824, 9) The Valley of Antilalo, full page engraving, after Allason, published by Rodwell and Martin, January 23d 1824, 10) View of the Plains of Olympia, Oval vignette engraving set in centre page, after Allason, published by Rodwell and Martin, January 23d 1824, 11) Second full page view of the Plains of Olympia, after Allason, published by Rodwell and Martin, January 23d 1824, 12) View Embracing the supposed position of the Hippodrome, after T Saunders, full page engraving published by Rodwell and Martin, January 23d 1824, 13) The Course of the Alpheus, as seen from the ruins of the Palaio Ecclesia, full page engraving after Allason, published by Rodwell and Martin, January 23d 1824. 14) Plan of the Site of Elis, after Allason, published by Rodwell and Martin, January 23nd 1824, 15) A Mosque at Gastonni, oval vignette engraving, engraving after Allason, published by Rodwell and Martin, January 22nd 1824, 16) Plan of the Ruins at Elis, published by Rodwell and Martin, January 23nd 1824, 17) Site of Elis, full page engraving after Allason published by Rodwell and Martin, January 23rd 1824, 18) Unpublished coins of Elis, engraving by Cooke, published by Rodwell and Martin, January 23rd 1824, 19) Hippodrome and Map of Elis, engraving after Leake, no date. Contemporary or near contemporary quarter black calf on cloth boards. Rather foxed, notably to first half, thereafter lessening. All plates in good condition, with no marking or tears. Stanhope s researches have a fascinating background: he was taken prisoner in the Napoleonic Wars, and permitted to go free on condition he surveyed Olympia, which he did accompanied by Allason. Later, he was drawn to the cause of Greek Independence. This issue of plans by Rodwell, combining both of Stanhope s surveys, is exceedingly rare, whether in commerce or in libraries. Please note the foxing (as often with this set), but the plates could be cleaned or of course left as they are. Not in Blackmer (but see Blackmer 1596 for the Olympia set alone, Blackmer 1597 for the later McLean reprint, there incomplete). …

Hardcover. Condition: Wie neu. Dust Jacket Condition: Ohne Schutzumschlag. 1. Auflage. 5, 56 illustrated plates; Halfleather bound; very rare.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. 1st Edition. Tall folio hardcover volume 21 .75 by 14.75 inches. In original marbled paper boards with a replaced cloth spine. Ex university library with one stamp on title page and a couple cancel marks. No marks to plates or interiors. First edition with 12 large plates 2 folding maps and 3 text engravings. No water marks some scattered foxing but mostly in the 63 text pages. Text block solid. Some great plates and some are Japan paper proofs.…

Full black leather, gilt dec covers, raised bands, gilt lettering and dec, inner dentelles gilt dec, all edges gilt, blue satin bookmark, 193pp + errata, 40pp. Both titles lack called-for illustrations. Covers rubbed, corners bumped and worn, wear along outer hinges, some shelfwear, corners bumped and worn, ink name on front pastedown, inner front hinge cracked, rear inner hinge starting, bookmark has light fraying, light soiling to endpapers, scattered foxing else very good. Ink name on pastedown "Edward Balston Eton 1844". Edward Balston, 1817-1891, attended Eton, in 1840 became an assistant master and its headmaster in 1862. Two very SCARCE titles in a gorgeous binding with a great provenance from an educator who loved the classics so much that he proposed that Eton only teach Latin and Greek. FIRST EDITION- "PLATEA", SECOND EDITION- "OLYMPIA".…

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 200 pages. 8.75x5.75x0.46 inches. This item is printed on demand.