WOLFFE, JABEZ (5 Ergebnisse)

Soft cover. Zustand: Good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Good. 1st Edition. Not dated. Presumed first edition [1926]. pp.88 plus 8-page publisher's list with a Foreword and a brief biography of Captain Matthew Webb by Charles Platt. illustrated with drawings and silhouettes of swimming techniques. Green card with some moderate spotting to end pages. Good in a good protected dustjacket with some wear to head and foot of spine.

88 pp followed by publisher's catalogue, small octavo, b&w illustrations, small losses to d/j edges, edges foxed, else very good copy in limp wrappers with good, illustrated d/j.

Soft Cover. Zustand: Good Minus. No Jacket. Seventh Edition. 79pp. 4cm tear to foot of spine. Some wear to spine and corners. Two small previous owner ink inscriptions dated 1928 and 1943. Cover darkened at rear.

Nice between-the-wars swimming guide, aimed at all levels and culminating in chapters on water-polo, diving, swimming the Channel and a profile of Captain Webb, with instructional drawings throughout. 8vo. 88pp. Card covers with dust-wrapper. Wrapper rubbed to edges. Small owner's inscription to flyleaf. Good condition.

Leather Bound. Zustand: New. Language: English. 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 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1914. 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, Pages:- 94, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. 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. 94.