Tree Life Book Depicting Charles by Sis Peter (35 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Sís, Peter (illustrator).

Hardcover. Condition: As New. Dust Jacket Condition: As New. Sis, Peter (illustrator). 1st Edition. First edition, second printing. Large format fully-illustrated book for children on Darwin, which would prove informative to many adults as well. Slight crease on lower back cover.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Hardback: maps and many other ills in colour by the author, dj (price unclipped), very slightly rubbed on top edges, pale green boards with gilt spine lettering, includes 2 fold out pages, nr fine. folio, unpaginated.

Quarto hardcover (VG) in d/w (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 cost.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: near fine. First edition, as stated. "Charles Darwin opens his eyes for the first time! He has no idea that he will (a) start a revolution when he grows up, (b) sail around the world on a five-year voyage, (c) spend many years studying nature, and (d) write a book that will change the world. Luckily, he is unaware that (e) not everyone will see things his way, and that (f) he himself wil have doubts about revealing his grand conclusions. Here is his story." Tight binding. No chips, tears, creases or written inscriptions. Dust jacket is NOT price-clipped. Pictorial endpapers. Size: 4to (11" to 13").

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. Sís, Peter (illustrator). First printing. Fine in a fine dust jacket.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Sís, Peter (illustrator). 1st Edition. text clean and unmarked. binding tight. boards have light wear along edges and at corners. fore-edge, head and foot of book are clean. brodart-covered dust jacket has light wear.

Sís, Peter (illustrator). First edition and first printing. Hardcover. A biography of Charles Darwin for children with text and illustrations by this acclaimed author who has won numerous awards including a Caldecott Honor for "Tibet Through The Red Box." A clean very near fine copy in a very near fine dust jacket. Signed by Sis with a small drawing facing the title page.

Hardcover with Dust Jacket. Condition: New. Dust Jacket Condition: New. Sís, Peter (illustrator). First Edition, First Printing. Signed by Peter Sis, author and illustrator, on the verso of the half-title with a doodle. No Flaws or Blemishes but minimal shelf handling; Still Gift Quality. 12.5 inches tall; all pages with illustration plus a fold-out. This beautifully illustrated journey into the life and mind of Charles Darwin, presents his profound impact on science and society through stunning artwork and engaging narrative. Sis, known for his intricate and imaginative illustrations, brings Darwin's world to life with intricate details and vivid colors, capturing both the scientific rigor and the personal curiosity that drove Darwin's groundbreaking discoveries. The book navigates through Darwin's early life, his transformative voyage on the HMS Beagle, and his revolutionary theories on evolution and natural selection. Sis intertwines Darwin's personal journey with the broader context of Victorian England, showcasing how Darwin's ideas challenged and reshaped scientific thought of the time. Sis' illustrations are not only visually stunning but also serve as visual metaphors for Darwin's evolutionary theories, enhancing the reader's understanding of his profound ideas. It's a must-read for anyone interested in Darwinian evolution, natural history, or simply appreciating beautifully crafted illustrated books that resonate on multiple levels. [Adapted from Reviews].

Hardcover. Condition: vg. Sís, Peter (illustrator). First edition, first printing. Large quarto. Blind-stamped paper-covered boards in original illustrated dust jacket. Illustrated endpapers and title-page. Signed by Peter Sis with small sketch by him on verso of free front endpaper. Informative work by Sis on Darwin's vivid descriptions, illustrated with reproductions of color and duo tone drawings, charts, maps, as well as a gatefold spread. Fine condition.

Hardcover. Condition: As New. Dust Jacket Condition: As New. Peter Sis (illustrator). 1st Edition. First edition / First printing. Signed by the author who has also added a small original drawing of the world contained within an eye. Green paper-covered boards. Very fine in very fine dust jacket. A Caldecott Honor Book. Signed by Author(s).

Hardcover. Condition: New. Dust Jacket Condition: New. 1st Edition. SHEPARDSON BOOKSTALL, 20 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE. RARE SIGNED COPY with Intricate, very detailed, Artwork (SEE SCANS FOR EXAMPLE) which tells the story of Charles Darwin's life including his theory of evolution: MY FAVORITE OF ALL HIS BOOKS, beautifully intricate. Uniquely signed with drawing on front freepaper. One of his best illustrated books. Sís has also won international awards: the Golden Bear Award at the 1980 West Berlin Film Festival for an animated short. He has also won the Grand Prix Toronto and the Cine Golden Eagle Award. In 2012, he was awarded the Hans Christian Andersen award for illustration. Signed by Illustrator(s).