Widdowson J D a Preface (2 results)

Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. Memorial University Folklore and Language Archive, Community Studies Series no.1. 262pp. Pictorial card wraps, very bright and crisp. Previous owner's name on inside front cover; otherwise unmarked. B&W photos, maps (one folding) and charts throughout.

Paperback. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket As Issued. First Edition. Signed by author upon verso of title page. "Here we have the life of an average man, one who is not particularly noted as a performer, as a singer or storyteller might be, but who, at the age of seventy-four, decided to set down on paper some of the facts and experiences stored in his memory during his lifetime. As one of the oldest men now living who were born and bred in Harbour Buffett his knowledge of the history of the community is not only extensive but unique. His account is as frank and factual as it is vivid. He shares with many Newfoundlanders the strong sense of place, of belonging, both to the island and to his community." - Preface. xii, 262 p. Footnotes. Profusely illustrated in black and white with maps, diagrams, reproductions of archival photos, graphs, tables and facsimiles of documents. Average wear. Binding intact. A sound example. ; Memorial University Folklore and Language Archive, Community Studies No. 1; 8vo; Signed by Author. …