Christopher Sporting Jacket by Wilson John (29 results)

hardcover. Condition: Good. New York, 1904; gray cloth covered boards; orange spine; mild edge and corner wear; edges toned; 8vo - over 7 3/4" to 9 3/4" tall; pages 80 and 81 torn in half, but attached at hinges; Interior is clean and unmarked; 133 pages.

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

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

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Limited Edition. A nice copy with relatively light age/use wear, including some slight darkening/lightening patterns on cover as if another book has been laid on top of it for a time. Limited edition of 2500 copies. Illustrated with drawings. Book.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Very Good. No Jacket. First Edition. Hardcover, red cloth spine over slate gray paper covered boards. 133 pages. Introduction by William Aspenwall Bradley. Illustrated with 7 of 8 black and white full page line drawings, plate facing page 46 not bound in at publisher. First edition, one of 2500 published, possibly an out of series copy. A first appearance in book form of an autobiographical tale of youthful sporting life in Scotland, originally published in Blackwood in 1828, and likened to Walton's "Compleat Angler". Light pencil erasure to fly, else no previous ownership marks. Mild toning to fore-edge of boards. A clean, square, unmarked copy. Near very good. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

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

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. Limited. 1901 Limited edition hardcover, one of 2500. Red cloth and grey paper covered boards with gold and black titles show rubbed corners. Front hinge paper cracked, 132 pp text tight and bright. Professionally photo-reproduced dj in new mylar has one chip near foot of spine on front board, a 1/2" chip at head of spine and light rubs to corners. This vintage book contains John Wilson's 1901 work, "Christopher in his Sporting Jacket". Originally published in "Blackwood" in 1828, it is a delightful chronicle of sporting life and exquisite idyll of natural boyhood. This volume will appeal to those with a love of the outdoors and rural pursuits, and it would make for a charming addition to any collection. Contents include: "Crash Goes the Top-Timber of the Five-Barred Gate", "She is a Salmon, Therefore to be woo'd-She is a Salmon, therefore to be Won", "Up Runs the Tyro Ready-Cocked", "Well, then, After Cat-killing comes Coursing", "Hark Forward, Tantivy", "Well Done, Fro!", "What a Twinkling of Fists and Shillelas!", and "A Red-Deer-A Stag of Ten". Signed.

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

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 Jacket. Alexander M. McLellan (illustrator). 1st. 1st Limited edition; one of 2500 copies; slight wear at top spine; 133 clean, unmarked pages. 8 handcolored Plates.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. . . . . Ltd. edition, 2500 copies printed. 8vo, hardcover, red cloth spine w/ grey paper-covered boards, no dj. Vg condition. Illustrations not colored; 1 plate bound in upside-down. Thin chips across upper & lower spine cloth, board corners rubbed through, else contents clean, binding tight. xviii, 132 p., 7 plates + frontis.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Limited Edition. Very good condition. Top and bottom of spine are worn. 133 pages plus eight illustrations. Illustrations are not in color, although they are called colored prints.

xix, 133 pp. Illustrated with eight hand-colored etchings by Alex. M. McLellan, plus black and white vignettes. 8vo, publisher's cloth-backed printed boards; gilt spine. Special edition; one of 2500 copies. Old bookseller's description tipped onto front free endpaper; light shelf wear; tight and sound.

Hardcover. First edition. 133 pages. Eight hand-colored etchings by Alex M. McLellan, and with a host of black and white vignettes by the latter. Introduction by William Aspinwall Bradley. Orig. published in BLACKWOOD for September, 1828. An exquisite idyll of natural boyhood in Scotland. Limited edition, one of 2000. The hand-colored etchings capture the mood of the story. Tan cloth spine and thick gray boards. Very good.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Ex-library with library stamp on front paste down and title page, numbers on spine. Red cloth with gray paper covered boards. Covers are soiled and scuffed. 132pp., are untrimmed. Contents are slightly toned but complete. Good+.

Limited Edition. Very good copy in the original title-blocked cloth spine and paper-backed boards. Slightest suggestion only of dust-dulling, with some wear/rubbing to the spine bands and panel edges. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. ; 132 pages; One of 2,500 Limited Edition copies. Complete with excellent illustrations. Description: xviii, 132 p. Col. Front. , col. Plates 21 cm. Subjects: Hunting. 3 Kg.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book takes us through a journey of varied pastimes ranging from angling, shooting, hunting to coursing. The author shares experiences and reflections from a young age where he discovers the passion for these activities. Along with the historical context, this book delves thematically into the pleasures and struggles of each activity, taking us back to a time where the connection with nature and the thrill of the chase was at its purest. The author's experiences serve to highlight the significance of these pastimes, not just as recreational activities but as reflections of human nature itself. 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: Very Good. xix, 133 pp. Illustrated with eight hand-coloured plates by Alex. M. McLellan, plus black and white vignettes. 8vo, publisher's cloth-backed printed boards; gilt spine. Special edition; one of 2500 copies.

Limited Edition. Very good copy in the original title-blocked cloth spine and paper-backed boards. Slightest suggestion only of dust-dulling, with some wear/rubbing to the spine bands and panel edges. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. ; 132 pages; One of 2,500 Limited Edition copies. Complete with excellent illustrations. Description: xviii, 132 p. Col. Front. , col. Plates 21 cm. Subjects: Hunting. 1 Kg.

Gebunden. Condition: New.

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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.

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: 184. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1901 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: 184.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 188 pages. 6.50x4.50x0.47 inches. This item is printed on demand.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 182 pages. 8.75x5.75x0.41 inches. This item is printed on demand.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 182 pages. 10.00x7.50x0.41 inches. This item is printed on demand.

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 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1901. 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:- 182, 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. 182 182.

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 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1901. 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:- 186, 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. 186 186.

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 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1901. 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:- 202, 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. 202 202.