Checker Player by Henry Spayth (28 results)

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

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket As Issued. Reprint Edition. Modern Reprint of 1899 edition. Call 187. Very good. 13.5 x 22cm. soft cover. 63pp. B880T Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾". Book.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket As Issued. Reprint Edition. Modern Reprint of 1899 edition. Call 187. Very good. 13.5 x 22cm. soft cover. 63pp. B880T Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾". Book.

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

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. Outer margin of rear cover is damp stained. Scattered pages have some slight foxing. Page edges are very slightly browned. Covers have slight wear to the outer corners and spine ends. Owner's information written on the front endpaper, modern private book plate on the front free endpaper. ; "Containing upwards of nine hundred games, variations and positions. Complete within itself.".…

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. No Jacket As Issued. First edition / 1st Printing. First Edition / First Printing. Call 160. Shelfwear, rubbing, bottom edge worn with old tape repair, block shaken, several pages with aged tape repairs. a fair reading copy only . hard cover. 148 + 9pp ads at rear. B2158 Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾". Book.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Complete with Appendix to the Checker Player Containing Upwards of Nine Hundred Games, Variations and Positions. Also by Henry Spayth, published by the author in 1899. Bound in at rear. 148 + 63 pages + ads. NOT reprint editions. Various pencil notations by previous owner.…

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

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

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No DJ as Issued. A beautiful clean crisp hardcover copy in very good condition, light wear to cloth at extremities, faint rubbing, expected age toning to textblock and pastedowns. No DJ as issued.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket As Issued. First edition / 1st Printing. First Edition / First Printing. Call 160. Good, corners bumped, slight wear at top & bottom of spine, light wear to rear cover, 2 small water spots near top center of title-page. 15 x 21. hard cover. 148 + 9pp ads at rear. B2085 Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾". Book.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket As Issued. First edition / 1st Printing. First Edition / First Printing. Call's 160. Very good, slight wear at top & bottom of spine & corners. 15 x 21. hard cover. 148 + 9pp ads at rear. 12579A Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾". Book.

Hardcover. Condition: Collectible; Good. No Jacket As Issued. First Edition. First Edition, 1st Printing. Call's 160. Good, rear spine hinge split but solid, slight chipping along left side of spine, small split on front spine hinge just up from the bottom, moderate rubbing to covers & edges, name stamp & small sticker on front endpaper. 15 x 21. hard cover. 148 + 9pp ads at rear. B2548 Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾". Book.…

Hardcover. Condition: Collectible-Very Good. Illustrated cloth. Illustrations and charts. Slight scuffing to front and back covers. Browning to end papers. Front fly leaf through page xi have slight crease. In the Preface, the author describes the game of Checkers or Draughts as having pr eced ed Chess. Using illustrations and charts he describes the instructions, openings, the law of the game and many variations.…

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket As Issued. First edition / 1st Printing. First Edition / First Printing. Call 160. Good, very slight wear at top & bottom of spine, short pen inscription on front endpaper, new publisher's address pasted on bottom of title-page. 15 x 21. hard cover. 148 + 9pp ads at rear. B2158 Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾". Book.…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is the ultimate guide to checkers, introducing readers to the game and its basic rules before diving into advanced openings, traps and shots, and endgame play. The author takes a comprehensive approach to teaching the game, presenting a wide range of insights to help readers grow as players. Thematic ideas, such as mobility, piece economy, and efficient moves, are presented with depth and detail, alongside a collection of famous traps and pitfalls to watch out for. By the end of the book, readers will have gained a comprehensive understanding of the game of checkers and its finer points. 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.…

Hardcover. Condition: Collectible; Good. No Jacket As Issued. First Edition. First Edition, 1st printing. Call 187. Good. no dust jacket as issued, slight wear at top & bottom of spine & corners, several pen names & dates on front endpapers. 14.5 x 22. hard cover. 63pp. B1434 Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾". Book. …

Paperback. Condition: Collectible; Good. No Jacket As Issued. First Edition. First Edition, 1st printing. Call 187. Good. no dust jacket as issued, slight wear at top & bottom of spine & corners, small name & address sticker opposite title-page. 14.5 x 22cm. soft cover. 63pp. B1434 Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾". Book.…

First Edition. Octavo. 158pp., (6)pp. publisher's catalog at rear, illustrated, containing approved lines of play on the sixteen standard openings, with elaborate play on irregular games, traps and shots, practical positions, full instructions, the move and its changes and laws of the game. A fine copy bound in brown pictorial depicting a checker board and lettering in gilt, spine lettering gilt. Very nice.…

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket As Issued. First edition / 1st Printing. Inscribed & Signed By Author on a pasted on note on inside front cover : "Present book / from H. Spayth / 125 Hoyt St/ buffalo NY". 1st Edition / 1st Printing. Call 160. Good, chiped at top & bottom of spine, corners rubbed through, small white piece of paper stuck near bottom of spine, name & address in pen on front endpaper, printed accounts of several of Spayth's games are tipped onto the last several pages, also 1 page of handwritten notes is loosely inserted. 15 x 21. hard cover. 148 + 9pp ads at rear. B2157 Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾". Inscribed & Signed By Author. Book.…

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: 164. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1895 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: 164.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -The checker player is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1895.Hans Elektronisches Buch is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hans Elektronisches Buch newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future. 152 pp. Englisch. …

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1895 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: 169 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: 169 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 1895. 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 1895. 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: - 78, 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. 78 78.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - The checker player is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1895.Hans Elektronisches Buch is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hans Elektronisches Buch newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. This item is printed on demand - Print on Demand Titel. Neuware -The checker player is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1895.Hans Elektronisches Buch is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hans Elektronisches Buch newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.Books on Demand GmbH, Überseering 33, 22297 Hamburg 152 pp. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. The checker player | Henry Spayth | Taschenbuch | 152 S. | Englisch | 2020 | hansebooks | EAN 9783337918590 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: BoD - Books on Demand, In de Tarpen 42, 22848 Norderstedt, info[at]bod[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu Print on Demand.