New Heavens by Hale George Ellery (79 results)

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

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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Reprint. From author's Preface: "Fourteen years ago, in a book entitled "The Study of Stellar Evolution" (University of Chicago Press, 1908), I attempted to give in untechnical language an account of some modern methods of astrophysical research.the rapid progress of science has left it completely out of date." Three of the articles published in "Scribner's Magazine" are included in this volume. Chapter I: The New Heavens; Chapter II: Giant Stars; Chapter III: Cosmic Crucibles. Forty-one black and white illustrations. Frontispiece photograph of the Constellation of Orion with tissue. xv, Preface, Illustrations, 88 pp. CONDITION: Quarter bound green boards with gilt title front and on cream spine. Sound binding, previous owners' stamp and label on endpapers. Text free of writing. Beige dust jacket entitled in navy text on cover and spine. Normal edge wear and rubbing. Full refund if not satisfied.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. The book is bound with a white cloth spine over blue textured paper over boards with the title and author in gilt on the front cover. Foxing and staining on the spine. Touch of wear on the corners. Fore-edges and bottom edges have light foxing. Light foxing also on preliminary pages including the tissue guard for the frontis. Frontis photograph itself is clean. Light foxing from p86 through to the bac paste-down. A previous owner has written a brief note under the image on p.81 and also numbered three other images in tiny script. Bookplate of Kate Bracher who was an Astronomy Professor at Whitmer College. Otherwise, pages are generally clean and unmarked. The author was a renowned American Astrophysicist who developed telescopes for the Mt Wilson and Palomar Observatories and several others. Includes photographs in black. and white. 88p.

Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket. First Edition. With Numerous illustrations. Small mark to front board Size: Octavo . Category: Science & Technology; For further information on this title or for further photographs, please click on the "Ask Seller a Question" button directly underneath this listing. We aim to reply within three working days. Buyers from OUTSIDE of the UK are strongly recommended to make contact, to ask for an accurate shipping cost, BEFORE buying. Grey Boards with linen backstrip.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Fair. First Edition. xv, 88 pp, with frontispiece, illustrations. Original cloth backed boards, with gilt lettering on front board. Some light wear and toning to edges; else clean and sound. Dust jacket is lacking front flap has some small losses to the spine. In a new mylar cover. Jacket: "Dr. Hale has written a summary of the latest achievements in astronomy in clear, untechnical language for the general reader. The new one-hundred inch telescope at Mt. Wilson and the application of the spectroscope have brought many new factors into the determination of the dimensions and composition of celestial bodies.".

Condition: very good. Dust Jacket Condition: very good. Hbk 88pp illustr astrophotography and other b+w photos dj edgeworn and toned at spine but not price-clipped ($1.50) and now in protective sleeve fine white quarter cloth over paper-covered boards prev owner's name neatly on front pastedown otherwise an excellent clean tight unmarked copy becoming hard to find.

Hard Cover. Condition: Very Good. VERY GOOD; the pages inside are clean and unmarked and the binding is tight; there are no signatures or book plates inside; a nice clean copy; Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Leatherbound. Condition: NEW. 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: 112. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1922 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: 112.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. First Edition. Original cloth-backed printed boards. Very Good, without dust jacket. Inscribed: 'To Dr. Norman Bridge/in sincere appreciation/of his great gift to science/George E. Hale/April 1922'. Books signed by Hale are rare, and this is a fine association: In a Facebook post, CalTech wrote: 'ICYMI: Caltech's Norman Bridge Laboratory of Physics at completion, circa 1922. Designed by Bertram Goodhue at George Ellery Hale's request, this superb facility was built in part to attract physicist Robert Andrews Millikan to Caltech.' 'Dr. Bridge (1844-1925) was a physician, author, and philanthropist. He was a trustee and generous benefactor of the California Institute of Technology, of the University of Southern California, and an esteemed member of Throop Memorial Universalist Church. The Norman Bridge Laboratory at Caltech bears his name. At the time of its placement in 1923, the Great West window at Throop Memorial Church was dedicated to the memory of Dr. Norman Bridge' (Find A Grave). An April 4, 1922 New York Times article, 'Attacking the Atoms' (p. 16), begins with Hale speaking at the opening of the Bridge Laboratory. Signed by Author(s).

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 88 pages. 10.00x7.50x0.20 inches. This item is printed on demand.

LeatherBound. Condition: New. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1922 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: 119 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: 119 Language: English.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 88 pages. 8.75x5.75x0.20 inches. This item is printed on demand.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" 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 1922. 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: : - 111, 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. 111.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" 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 1922. 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: - 115, 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. 115.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" 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 1922. 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: : - 118, 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. 118.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 60 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.14 inches. This item is printed on demand.