Notes Map Reading 1929 (23 results)

Soft cover. Condition: Good++. 95pp, staple bound, with all plates and maps intact [many folding]. Signature of previous owner Alastair M. Stuart of Glasgow, who went on to become Professor A. M. Stuart, at the Department of Zoology at the University of Massachusetts, in Amherst, MA. Covers show rusty staples, corner curl, edge wear/tear. Interior shows corner curl.

Soft cover. Condition: Good. 5th or later Edition. H.M.S.O., London, 1938. Paperback. Reprint. Illustrated throughout with line drawings and with 20 fold-out plates. Previous owner's initials to front cover. Spine lightly creased. Covers show some signs of wear. Bottom corner of fore edge of front cover lightly creased. Back cover lightly creased. Covers lightly tanned and lightly soiled. Small, superficial area of loss to top edge of front cover. Overall, the book is in a good condition.

Paperback. Condition: Good. B/w Illustrations and Fold Out Maps (illustrator). First Thus. In printed tan wraps, 8vo, 95pp. Includes fold out maps. (Shelfwear to estremiteis, tips and corners, browning to covers and edges). Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾". Book.

Softcover. Condition: Very Good+. First Edition Thus. Stapled bound illustrated boards, clean and bright. Book firm in binding, 95 pages, b&w and color photographs and illustrations. 7 fold out maps and plates. Free of any markings, not ex-library. ; Nos. 1 To 4; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 95 pages.

(Subject: Other Topics - Diverse Subjects) The official British Army Manual issued in 1939. A period publication on cartography. Includes Definitions Signs, Illustration of Military Reports, Night Marches. (Published: 1939) (Publisher: HM Stationary Office ) (Pagination: 95pp, 20 plates mostly folding, diagrams, tables) (Condition: covers worn, stamped "114th Field Brigade", good) UL-XXXXXX.

Octavo softcover (VG-); all our specials have minimal description to keep listing them viable. They are at least reading copies, complete and in reasonable condition, but usually secondhand; frequently they are superior examples. Ordering more than one book will reduce your overall postage costs.

Condition: Acceptable. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A readable copy. All pages and the cover are intact (dust cover may be missing). Pages can include considerable notes--in pen or highlighter--but notes cannot obscure the text. A good condition vintage booklet. Notable rubbing and little tears to the covers and spine edges, and general mild dusty marks and thumbing to the page edges. The rer map has a tear in it but remains intact. The rest of the fold-outs are uncreased and fairly tidy. The contents show a typical amount of tanning and handling but also remain clean and with a fair binding. The staples show some rust to the covers but are still firm. A reading and reference copy only, and decent for it's age past it's slightly dog-eared exterior.

Card Covers. Condition: Good+. Authentic Military Manual from the beginning of World War II. 95 Pages. Complete with many Fold-Out Maps and Charts. Staples Rusted. Smal corner crease. 2 tears to spine. Maps in very good condition. Pages clean apart from a faint edge stain to 1 page. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

1942. (stiff paper covers) Very good. 95pp. Diagrams, folding diagrams, maps, folding maps, appendices, index. "Reprinted in Canada (with amendments 1 to 4) October, 1939, by permission of the Controller, His Majesty's Stationery Office". (Military, Map Reading, Military--Canada, Training Manuals--Military).

[1940]. (stiff paper covers) Very good. 95pp. Diagrams, folding diagrams, maps, folding maps, appendices, index. There is some wear to the cover and there are regimental stamps on the front cover. "Reprinted in Canada (with amendments 1 to 4) October, 1939, by permission of the Controller, His Majesty's Stationery Office". (Military, Map Reading, Military--Canada, Training Manuals--Military).

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. 95pp , illustrated, folding plans and maps, bound in card covers, staples rusting; Octavo.

Softcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 1940. Very good condition. Map reading for soldiers, the object being to render possible the clear and accurate visualization of the ground. Beige paperwraps with black title to front. Staple binding. Many fold-out maps and related charts. 95 numbered pages. Covers a little grubby and stained. 'Sold by' ink stamp to top of front cover and title page. Text block browned. Contents generally clean and fold-outs in good condition (no tears). Packaged with care and promptly dispatched!

Publisher's original stapled card wrap covers. 8vo. 7½'' x 5¼''. Contains 95 printed pages of text with many fold-out colour and monochrome maps and charts, illustrations and photographs throughout. Weeping of the staple to the front and rear panel, wear to the spine ends, corners and edges and near Very Good condition, no dust wrapper as published. Member of the P.B.F.A. CARTOGRAPHY, MAPS, PLANS.

First paperback edition. Very good paperback copy; wrappers slightly dust-toned and edge-nicked. Cover separated from text. Bright and clean internally. Remains particularly well-preserved overall. Physical description; 93 p., 20 leaves of plates (13 folded) : ill. (some col.), maps (some col.) ; 22 cm. Subjects; Military topography. Military maps. Military history. Maps; studies. Maps; history. 1 Kg.

Reprinted with Amendments (Nos 1 to 4), 1939. This manual is intended for the use of candidates for commissions in the Regular Army and in the Royal Air Force, and also for the instruction of officers and non-commissioned officers. Good. Name of owner in ink on front cover. Paperback.

Paperbound. Condition: Very Good. printed paper covers, 95 pages, 20 leaves of plates (14 folded) : illustrations (some color), maps, Includes index. covers toned , else very good, CONTENTS: Map reading -- Definitions -- Scales and units -- Conventional signs -- Relief and its representation -- North points -- Systems of reference -- Setting the map and finding positions on it -- Copying and enlarging a map -- The service protractor and the prismatic compass -- Illustration of military reports -- Appendix 1: Finding the true north from sun or star -- Appendix 2: Night marching -- Appendix 3: Spelling of place names -- Appendix 4: Tables. Size: 8 vo, Book.

First paperback edition. Very good paperback copy; wrappers slightly dust-toned and edge-nicked. Cover separated from text. Bright and clean internally. Remains particularly well-preserved overall. Physical description; 93 p., 20 leaves of plates (13 folded) : ill. (some col.), maps (some col.) ; 22 cm. Subjects; Military topography. Military maps. Military history. Maps; studies. Maps; history. 1 Kg. Item is Shipped from Ireland or US locations.

Condition: DISCRETO USATO. INGLESE Copia ufficiale, lingua inglese. Copertina in carta spessa brunita dal tempo mostrante segni di usura ai margini con piccoli strappi agli stessi e macchioline di fioritura ai piatti; scritta a penna al piatto anteriore. Pagine fruibili anche se brunite dal tempo, in particolare ai tagli. Bordi lievemente logorati. Numerose tavole ripiegate. Opera fragile da maneggiare con cura. Numero pagine 95.

paperback. Condition: Acceptable. Ex-library book, usual markings. Well read copy, pages are discoloured due to age, but still very useable. Quick dispatch from UK seller.

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: 128. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1942 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: 128.

Unknown Binding. Condition: Good. extremely collectable and rare publication on map reading issued bt=y the war office with amedments 1939.

London, His Majesty's Stationary Office, 1940. 8vo. Publisher's printed wrappers; pp. 95, with 20 mostly folding plates (several in colour) and maps), illustrations in the text; wrappers a little foxed; otherwise good; provenance: H.M Stationery Office stamp to front cover and title.Second edition of a naturally highly illustrated book made necessary by the outbreak of Word War II. It had appeared first eleven years before, under the title Manual of Map Reading, Photo Reading and Field Sketching. The introduction states that 'these notes will be used in connection with examinations for certificates of education' (p. 3).

Leather Bound. Condition: New. 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 1942. 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:- 128, 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. 128.