Ward Locks Red Guide West (9 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 2nd Edition. This is the 1969 Second Edition in hardcover format of "Ward Lock's Red Guide : North - West Devon - Ilfracombe, Woolacombe, Barnstable, Bideford, Westward Ho!, Clovelly". The book has helpful descriptive text to guide tourists in the area, including excellent maps, and a good number of interesting scenic photographs and numerous handsome line drawings of scenery and architecture. There is a lot of interest in this book, including a healthy dollop of history. The book was edited by Reginald J. W. Hammond. I wish I had all the Ward Lock Red Guides on hand, for they are wonderful! SERIES : Ward Lock's Red Guide Series TITLE : North - West Devon - Ilfracombe, Woolacombe, Barnstable, Bideford, Westward Ho!, Clovelly EDITOR : Reginald J. W. Hammond ILLUSTRATIONS : Maps, halftone photographs, line drawings IMPRINT : Ward Lock & Co., Ltd. PLACE : 116 Baker Street, London DATE : (1969) EDITION : Second Edition STATUS : OP - Out of Print PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION : Illustrated Trade Hardcover; contains 6 maps and plans - two of which are color double spreads, 16 halftone photographs (black-and-white), and 16 line drawings scattered through the text; has an Index; 4 3/8" x 6 7/8"; red paper-covered boards with black lettering on spine and front board - a small, quite sketchy map is stamped in black just above the title on the front; dust-jacket is printed in blue, red, yellow, gray, green and brown, with lettering in black and white - a somewhat fanciful relief map of the British Isles is in the front panel, and a list of Ward Lock's Red guides printed on the back panel. CONDITION -- VERY GOOD -- This is a previously owned book which remains clean and attractive, with the following imperfections and particulars noted : EXTERIOR : Bottom corner tips are softly bumped, and there are a few small dents to the bottom edges of the boards, else all is bright and attractive. The text-block edges are slightly toned, else clean . BINDING : Solid INTERIOR : The first person to read this book was a bit careless when separating some of the leaves, leaving ragged edges along the top edge of a few leaves; end-papers have offset toning aligned with extent of dust-jacket flaps; paper throughout is lightly toned, else interior is clean and presentable with no marking. DUST-JACKET : - VERY GOOD - Spine panel is faded and displays a couple of small spots; top edge is worn, displaying nicking, chipping, and small tears; original publisher's price still on front flap. Basically clean and presentable.…

Hardcover. Condition: Used; Good. A wonderful vintage gem with pull out maps and guides! The Red Guide series from publisher Ward Lock, were renowned for their comprehensive, authoritative and accurate information. They can give the reader a full appreciation and understanding of the story behind a historic building or guidance on the best excursions that can be taken. They are also full of detailed information on such matters as accommodation, travel, entertainment and sport. This guide will take you back in time to the 1960s with vintage adverts and attractions. The perfect gift for anyone who loves the retro aesthetic! Title: Ward Lock's Red Guide Author: Various Publisher: Ward Lock Publication Date: Undated circa 1960s Format: Hardcover with dust jacket Condition: This book is in a good condition for its age. The dustjacket is worn and damaged. The boards are worn and have markings.…

Cloth. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. First Edition. Hardcover. Ward Lock's Red Guide. Bideford. Barnstaple, Ilfracombe, North-West Devon. Clovelly, Westward Ho!, Barnstaple, Croyde, Woolacombe, Ifralcombe. Slight foxing to end inside covers and edge. Wear and a couple of small tears to edge of D/J. One of a series of famous Guide Books renowned for their comprehensive, authoritative and accurate information. A full complement of the latest possible maps and plans is included. Full appreciations of the facilities can provide, an understanding of the story behind an historic building, or guidance on the excursions that may be taken, plays a most important part in the thorough enjoyment of a holiday. With detailed information on such matters as accommodation, travel, entertainment and sport, descriptions of places of interest, excursions, drives and walks, this guide is truly an indispensable companion for the visitor. Illustrated. 128 pp. (We carry a wide selection of titles in The Arts, Theology, History, Politics, Social and Physical Sciences. Academic and Scholarly books and Modern First Editions ,and all types of Educational Reference Literature.).…

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good +. 3rd Edition. No publish date printed but states 3rd edition . old price of 8s.6d to d/jacket flap.good clean firm interior mostly with no usage marks but please note there are a few light foxing spots to prelim pages and to edge of rear Index pages, contains 3 fold-out maps together with the usual black and white photos and drawings, light tone to page block, excellent clean firm boards; d/jacket of good-plus bright appearance with only light usage for the age, no tears.…

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. 2nd edition, no date but probably 1950s / 1960s, corner unclipped, some wear to edges and corners of dustjacket, edges and corners creased and worn, some small rips and nicks, a small piece missing from bottom edge of cover, some light wear to covers and spine, top and bottom of spine a little bumped, internally in good condition, pages crisp and clear, all maps present and in good condition.…

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Includes dust jacket. St. Ives, Carbis Bay, Penzance & West Cornwall â" Ward Lockâs Red Guide is a practical vintage guide to the towns, villages and coastal scenery of West Cornwall. It covers popular resorts including St. Ives, Carbis Bay and Penzance, together with beaches, landmarks, gardens, historic sites and places of interest throughout the surrounding area. Routes and travel information are included for visitors exploring the rugged coastline and Cornish countryside. An evocative snapshot of West Cornwall as a holiday destination during the heyday of the classic Red Guides.…

Hardback. Condition: good. No Dust Jacket. some foxing on the top edge otherwise good.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 3rd Edition. Hammond, Reginald J. W. West Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Ward Lock's Red Guide. Third edition. London: Ward, Lock & Co., Limited, 1963. Hardback, Good, in unclipped dustjacket with minor shelfwear, a little tanned along top edge. Red cloth with b/w map to front and b/w lettering to front and spine. Binding strong. Advertisements to opening pages. 128pp., b/w photographs. PLEASE NOTE: three out of four of the maps are MISSING. Contents clean and bright. RightWayUp Books aims to provide accurate and detailed descriptions. All images are of the actual book for sale - no stock images are ever used. Thank you for looking at this listing.…

Hardback. Condition: very good. with DW, fifteenth edition in old style hardened linen cover, very good considering a tiny tear on the cover and small loss on the back otherwise vgc.