British Game Birds and Wildfowl
Beverly R. Morris
Published by Groombridge and Sons, 1855
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"British Game Birds and Wildfowl" by Beverly R. Morris. Groombridge and Sons, 1855 first UK edition, title and contents list, sixty engraved plates (complete) with contemporary hand-colouring (including frontispiece), each with paper guard, slight spotting, ownership signatures to first front blank, all edges gilt, contemporary half morocco gilt, worn, rubbed and bumped at extremities, large 4to. Seller Inventory # ABE-1667340654023
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Title: British Game Birds and Wildfowl
Publisher: Groombridge and Sons
Publication Date: 1855
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Good
Edition: 1st Edition.
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British game birds and wildfowl 1855 [Leather Bound]
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Seller: True World of Books, Delhi, India
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LeatherBound. Condition: New. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1855 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. 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: 507 Language: English. Seller Inventory # LB990000779504
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British game birds and wildfowl / by Beverley R. Morris; with sixty large plates, coloured by hand. (1897) Volume v. 1 [LeatherBound]
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Seller: S N Books World, Delhi, India
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LeatheBound. 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. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1897 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. Pages: 318 Language: English Volume v. 1 Pages: 318 Volume v. 1. Seller Inventory # LB100159198893
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British game birds and wildfowl / by Beverley R. Morris; with sixty large plates, coloured by hand. Volume 1 1897 [Leather Bound]
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Seller: Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, India
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Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. This book is available in 5 different Leather color without any extra cost. Explore More Options by Clicking on 'More Images' and Notify Us of Your Choice via Email within 24 hours of placing the order. 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 1897. 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, Vol: - Volume 1, Pages: - 318, Print on Demand. 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. Volume 1 318. Seller Inventory # LB1111033321262
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The Gun at Home and Abroad, British Game Birds and Wildfowl
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Seller: gpbrookes, Presteigne, United Kingdom
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Folio 1912, no.609 of 950 copies. Complete with 26 coloured pls. Publishers cloth bindig,rubbed at hinges, back cover slightly bowed. Internally good. Seller Inventory # 003527
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British Game Birds and Wildfowl
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The London and Counties Press, 1912
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Seller: Strawberry Hill Books, Rotherfield, East Sussex, United Kingdom
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket. 1st Numbered & Limited. pp XII, 441. 1st printing. No 581 of 950 with 26 find coloured illustrations, all captioned, tissue guarded. 2 edges untrimmed. Fully bound. International shipping by quotation. Seller Inventory # 039163
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THE GUN AT HOME AND ABROAD BRITISH GAME BIRDS AND WILDFOWL
Published by
The London and Counties Press Association, London, 1912
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Hardcover
Seller: Old Hall Bookshop, ABA ILAB PBFA BA, Brackley, United Kingdom
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Maroon Morocco. Condition: Very Good. George Lodge (illustrator). Limited edition, number 648, of 950 copies, contributions by W.R.Ogilvie-Grant, J.G Millais, Abel Chapman, and others, 26 chromolitho plates after George Lodge, numerous plates, bookplate of Alwyn Barker, ink signature to front pastedown, publisher's maroon with gilt lettering to spine and upper board, lower board very slightly bowed, a good sound copy. PLEASE NOTE: THIS HEAVY BOOK MAY COST EXTRA TO SHIP OUTSIDE OF THE UK. Size: Folio. Shooting. Seller Inventory # 015623
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British Game Birds and Wildfowl
Published by
John C. Nimmon, 1895
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Hardcover
Seller: Booklore ., Holt, NORFO, United Kingdom
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Hardcover. Condition: Good. 4th Edition. Royal Quarto. Two volumes. Fourth edition. "With sixty large plates coloured by hand". Ex-library books with the usual stamps including a stamp on every plate. Original cloth boards rebacked and with new, hand-made paper ends. Cloth to spines bubbled but sound. Gilt tooling has tarnished. Both volumes now protected with removable acetate jackets. Free from foxing, names or inscriptions. Seller Inventory # ABE-1711373815056
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British Game Birds and Wildfowl
Published by
The London & Counties Press Association Ltd., London, England, 1908
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Seller: Panoply Books, Lambertville, NJ, U.S.A.
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Leatherbound. Condition: Very Good. Limited Edition. Dark calf covers are mostly clean, with gilt text and borders. Boards show some aging, edgewear. Corners are frayed, with exposed board. Spine has gilt text and is dulled with repairs to ends. Binding is secure, covers have been repaired. Please see photographs for details of condition. Pastedowns and feps have some marginal toning, gift inscription attached. Frontispiece, photogravure portrait of H.M. King George V, is present and has intact tissue guard. Ex libris book features an owner's bookplate on front pastedown. Illustrations are bright and clear, color plates have tissue guards. Interior is gently age-toned. Inside pages are free of writing and intentional marks. Text block edges have gilt along head, deckle fore and foot edges.** PS2022.0803** 444 pages. 10 x 12.5 inches** A handsome volume whose purpose is to provide a natural history of British wildfowl and also enumerate shooting styles for game birds. Red capital letters begin each section, full color plates show species of birds.** PROVENANCE: from the library of Colonel Wilson Potter(ca. 1880-1946), football star at U. Penn in 1906-1907, and veteran of the Spanish American War and World War I, where he was wounded at the Argonne offensive. A noted big-game hunter, Potter obtained the North American prize big-game heads in the collection at the Smithsonian. This book was a gift to Potter from John Coke of London, in 1927.** Printed at the Arden Press, Letchworth** "Postage for oversized and international shipping will be calculated by size and weight. AbeBooks shipping quotes are ESTIMATES only. Seller Inventory #009470"**. Seller Inventory # 009470
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British Game Birds and Wildfowl. Complete 2 Volume Set.
Published by
John C Nimmo, 1897
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Hardcover
Seller: R.E & G.B Way, NEWMARKET, SUFFO, United Kingdom
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Fifth Edition With 60 hand coloured plares, 2 volumes, nice set in original olive cloth, Seller Inventory # 019600
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British Game Birds and Wildfowl. Complete 2 Volume Set.
Published by
John C. Nimmo, London, 1895, 1895
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Hardcover
Seller: Treasure House Books, Franschhoek, WCAPE, South Africa
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 4th Edition. Very good condition. Magnificent two volume set. Gilt decorations of birds on front and spine of deep green boards. Leaves largely clean with only very minor foxing and binding solid. The sixty hand painted plates are charming and bright and undamaged, fully collated, all folding. Edgewear to spines and a little rubbing, corners bumped and a little worn, but overall a very good and pleasing set. No inscriptions. Hardback. No dj. Seller Inventory # 55893
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