Tree Life Charles Darwin by Sis Peter (65 results)

Condition: Very Good. Sís, Peter (illustrator). Item in very good condition! Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc.

Condition: Good. Sís, Peter (illustrator). Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages.

Condition: Very Good. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects.

Condition: Very Good. Ships from the UK. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects.

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.

Condition: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned.

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

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: 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.

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.

Hard Cover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. Peter Sis (illustrator). First Printing. Green cloth hard cover in illustrated dust jacket, price clipped. A gorgeously illustrated and conceived biography of Darwin, two pages fold out to reveal a large chart of the Tree of Life. Size: 4to.

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 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: New. Dust Jacket Condition: New. Sís, Peter (illustrator). 1st Edition. STATED FIRST Edition AND FIRST Printing, with publishers full number line on copyright page. A FLAWLESS volume in same condition UNclipped dust jacket.* SIGNED* by author on verso of front free end-paper with an additional small drawing of earth within an 'eye'. Awesome detailed drawings throughout by Sis. A Double fold-out page. Fabulous illustrated wrap-around dust jacket. A Caldecott Honor Book. Unpaginated. Mylar protected jacket. Signed by Author(s).

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).