From booksonlinebrighton, Brighton, United Kingdom Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
AbeBooks Seller since 07 March 2000
Brown cloth boards with gilt blocked titles to spine, black blocked titles and illustration to upper board, 185 x 120 mm approx. 114 pp + 6 of commercial adverts.Fold out frontis + all other illustrations as called for including 8 coloured plates. 1892. Please see our images of the actual book offered for sale for further details and condition. Cadbury Brothers "with compliments" card loosely laid in. Good ( Moderate to heavy shelf wear to cloth - colour rubbing only, mild shelf soiling. Offset browning to free end papers with previous owner name and address to front same. Glue to signatures failing - mull and sewing holding - with no cracks to end papers. No other notable defects). Seller Inventory # 132431
Title: COCOA: ALL ABOUT IT
Publisher: SAMPSON LOW MARSTON AND COMPANY, LONDON
Publication Date: 1892
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Good
Edition: 1st Edition
Seller: Chiron Media, Wallingford, United Kingdom
PF. Condition: New. Seller Inventory # 6666-IUK-9781016362641
Quantity: 10 available
Seller: THE SAINT BOOKSTORE, Southport, United Kingdom
Paperback / softback. Condition: New. New copy - Usually dispatched within 4 working days. Seller Inventory # B9781314811995
Quantity: Over 20 available
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781334247477
Quantity: 15 available
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating history of cocoa, tracing its journey from the ancient Mayan civilizations of Central America to its emergence as a beloved beverage in Europe. The author takes us on a captivating exploration of the plant's cultivation, its role in indigenous cultures, and its eventual arrival in the European market. The book reveals the complexities of the cocoa trade, highlighting the roles played by adventurous explorers, Jesuit missionaries, and even the Spanish court in shaping its trajectory. Through historical accounts and insightful observations, the book sheds light on the cultural significance of cocoa, its transformation from a treasured commodity to a staple in European kitchens, and its fascinating journey through the hands of merchants, explorers, and the Church. By piecing together a rich tapestry of historical anecdotes and facts, the author presents a compelling account of how the humble cocoa bean conquered the world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781334247477_0
Quantity: Over 20 available
Seller: Ria Christie Collections, Uxbridge, United Kingdom
Condition: New. In. Seller Inventory # ria9781016362641_new
Quantity: Over 20 available
Seller: THE SAINT BOOKSTORE, Southport, United Kingdom
Paperback / softback. Condition: New. This item is printed on demand. New copy - Usually dispatched within 5-9 working days 156. Seller Inventory # C9781016362641
Quantity: Over 20 available
Seller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781334247477
Quantity: 15 available
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LX-9780266682677
Quantity: 15 available
Quantity: Over 20 available
Seller: A Squared Books (Don Dewhirst), South Lyon, MI, U.S.A.
hardcover. Condition: Fair. 1892; London; brown cloth covered boards with black titles; covers contain rubbing and shelf wear; hinges are in tact; Previous owner's name on front pastedown; interior pages contain minor foxing and ageing markings; interior is unmarked; 12mo, 6 3/4" to 7 3/4" tall; 114 pages. Seller Inventory # JK3667
Quantity: 1 available