Spice devils cave von hewes agnes danforth (31 Ergebnisse)
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Zustand: good. Fast Free Shipping â" Good condition. It may show normal signs of use, such as light writing, highlighting, or library markings, but all pages are intact and the book is fully readable. A solid, complete copy that's ready to enjoy. Ward, Lynd (illustrator).
Verlag: Alfred A. Knopf, 1962
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In den WarenkorbHardcover. Zustand: Very Good. First edition, 16th printing, 1962. Book is in Very Good condition: ex-library with usual paste-downs and stamps; cloth-covered boards, with dramatic Lynd Ward cover illustration in black, red and green, are unfaded; some scuffing to back cover. Minor shelf wear to edges, corners and spine caps. Bi…nding is square and tight. Pages are unmarked except for library notations.
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Verlag: Alfred A. Knopf, 1966
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In den WarenkorbHardcover. Zustand: Good. Hardcover. Illustrated paper over boards with red lettering. Title page not dated. Copyright page dated 1966, stated eighteenth printing. 331 pages. In good condition. Some wear along edges; light rubbing to covers. Color Lynd Ward illustration remains bright and handsome. Old sticker on front cover. Bi…nding is stiff. Clean pages with Ward's characteristic illustrations throughout. A good, clean copy overall.
Verlag: Alfred A Knopf, New York, 1966
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In den WarenkorbHardcover. Zustand: Near Fine. Clean and tight and square with sharp corners. Appears unread although there is a very light crease along the spine. No dust jacket. Gibraltar Library Binding. 18th printing. Very little shelfear. Nice bright colors. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Illustrations By Lynd Ward (illustrator). Histori…cal Fiction.
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Verlag: Knopf, 1952
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In den WarenkorbHardcover. Zustand: Very Good. 8VO, yellow boards bit soiled bit edge wear, 13th printing, it went thru many more printings, a junior classic of Portugals eastern trade.VVshoes1.
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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Spice and the Devil's Cave' is a captivating historical novel set in the vibrant, high-stakes world of late 15th-century Lisbon. During a pivotal moment in the Age of Discovery, the city is a hive of intrigue and ambition as explorers and merchants alike seek a sea route to the legendary spi…ce lands of the East. The narrative follows the efforts of a group of individuals, including the great navigator Vasco da Gama and the banker Bartholomew Marchioni, as they strive to overcome the perils of the unknown and the machinations of rivals determined to protect their monopolies.The story masterfully blends historical fact with compelling fiction, illustrating the immense courage required to navigate the treacherous waters around the tip of Africa, known ominously as the 'Devil's Cave.' Through its vivid portrayal of the maritime traditions, scientific advancements, and geopolitical tensions of the era, the work offers a rich window into the dawn of global trade. Agnes Danforth Hewes provides a stirring exploration of human ingenuity and the relentless pursuit of discovery that changed the map of the world forever. This Newbery Honor-winning tale remains a timeless tribute to the spirit of adventure and the enduring lure of the sea.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Spice and the Devil's Cave' is a captivating historical novel set in the vibrant, high-stakes world of late 15th-century Lisbon. During a pivotal moment in the Age of Discovery, the city is a hive of intrigue and ambition as explorers and merchants alike seek a sea route to the legendary spice land…s of the East. The narrative follows the efforts of a group of individuals, including the great navigator Vasco da Gama and the banker Bartholomew Marchioni, as they strive to overcome the perils of the unknown and the machinations of rivals determined to protect their monopolies.The story masterfully blends historical fact with compelling fiction, illustrating the immense courage required to navigate the treacherous waters around the tip of Africa, known ominously as the 'Devil's Cave.' Through its vivid portrayal of the maritime traditions, scientific advancements, and geopolitical tensions of the era, the work offers a rich window into the dawn of global trade. Agnes Danforth Hewes provides a stirring exploration of human ingenuity and the relentless pursuit of discovery that changed the map of the world forever. This Newbery Honor-winning tale remains a timeless tribute to the spirit of adventure and the enduring lure of the sea.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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Soft cover. Zustand: As New. like new 2014 Dover softcover; no names or marks, NOT ex-library; A2S6. Ward, Lynd (illustrator).
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Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. "Spice and the Devil's Cave" is a captivating historical novel set in the vibrant, high-stakes world of late 15th-century Lisbon. During a pivotal moment in the Age of Discovery, the city is a hive of intrigue and ambition as explorers and merchants alike seek a sea route to the legendary spic…e lands of the East. The narrative follows the efforts of a group of individuals, including the great navigator Vasco da Gama and the banker Bartholomew Marchioni, as they strive to overcome the perils of the unknown and the machinations of rivals determined to protect their monopolies.The story masterfully blends historical fact with compelling fiction, illustrating the immense courage required to navigate the treacherous waters around the tip of Africa, known ominously as the "Devil's Cave." Through its vivid portrayal of the maritime traditions, scientific advancements, and geopolitical tensions of the era, the work offers a rich window into the dawn of global trade. Agnes Danforth Hewes provides a stirring exploration of human ingenuity and the relentless pursuit of discovery that changed the map of the world forever. This Newbery Honor-winning tale remains a timeless tribute to the spirit of adventure and the enduring lure of the sea.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
Verlag: Alfred A. Knopf, New York, 1930
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In den WarenkorbHardcover. Zustand: Very Good. No Dust Jacket. 1st Edition. A small bookshop sticker inside front board. Otherwise, a clean and unmarked copy in excellent condition. Decorated by Lynd Ward. 331 pages. Lynd Ward (illustrator).
Weitere BilderVerlag: Alfred A Knopf, New York, 1930
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In den WarenkorbHardcover. Zustand: Very Good. First edition. 20 x 14 cm. Octavo. 331pp. Map endpapers. Bound in red cloth with gilt design. No jacket. First edition with same date on title and copyright page. Illustrated by Lynd Ward. Gift inscription on front free endpaper. Stain to the foredge. Sun toning to the spine.
Weitere BilderVerlag: Alfred A. Knopf, 1930
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In den WarenkorbHardcover. Zustand: Very Good+. No Dust Jacket. First Edition; First Printing. Red cloth cover has modest wear to corners and spine caps and a faint scuff or pen mark on lower front cover otherwise clean, bright, and in very good+ condition. Boards and spine are straight. Binding is tight. Modest thumbing to front matter, but te…xt pages are clean and near pristine. .; 0 pages.
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In den WarenkorbHardcover. Zustand: Near fine. First edition. Octavo, (xii) (332)pp. Hewes's historical novel set in Portugal during the Age of Discovery was a Newbury Honor book for 1931. It shared a commonality with the Newbury Medal winner that year - Elizabeth Coatsworth's The Cat Who Went to Heaven - in that it, too, contains illustrations… by Lynd Ward. Publisher's gilt-stamped red cloth shows a little rubbing and oxidation to the gilt decorations, otherwise nearly fine in dust wrapper that has some reinforcement to verso and a touch of coloring to spine head.
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Hardcover. Zustand: new. Hardcover. "Spice and the Devil's Cave" is a captivating historical novel set in the vibrant, high-stakes world of late 15th-century Lisbon. During a pivotal moment in the Age of Discovery, the city is a hive of intrigue and ambition as explorers and merchants alike seek a sea route to the legendary spic…e lands of the East. The narrative follows the efforts of a group of individuals, including the great navigator Vasco da Gama and the banker Bartholomew Marchioni, as they strive to overcome the perils of the unknown and the machinations of rivals determined to protect their monopolies.The story masterfully blends historical fact with compelling fiction, illustrating the immense courage required to navigate the treacherous waters around the tip of Africa, known ominously as the "Devil's Cave." Through its vivid portrayal of the maritime traditions, scientific advancements, and geopolitical tensions of the era, the work offers a rich window into the dawn of global trade. Agnes Danforth Hewes provides a stirring exploration of human ingenuity and the relentless pursuit of discovery that changed the map of the world forever. This Newbery Honor-winning tale remains a timeless tribute to the spirit of adventure and the enduring lure of the sea.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
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Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. "Spice and the Devil's Cave" is a captivating historical novel set in the vibrant, high-stakes world of late 15th-century Lisbon. During a pivotal moment in the Age of Discovery, the city is a hive of intrigue and ambition as explorers and merchants alike seek a sea route to the legendary spic…e lands of the East. The narrative follows the efforts of a group of individuals, including the great navigator Vasco da Gama and the banker Bartholomew Marchioni, as they strive to overcome the perils of the unknown and the machinations of rivals determined to protect their monopolies.The story masterfully blends historical fact with compelling fiction, illustrating the immense courage required to navigate the treacherous waters around the tip of Africa, known ominously as the "Devil's Cave." Through its vivid portrayal of the maritime traditions, scientific advancements, and geopolitical tensions of the era, the work offers a rich window into the dawn of global trade. Agnes Danforth Hewes provides a stirring exploration of human ingenuity and the relentless pursuit of discovery that changed the map of the world forever. This Newbery Honor-winning tale remains a timeless tribute to the spirit of adventure and the enduring lure of the sea.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.
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Hardcover. Zustand: new. Hardcover. "Spice and the Devil's Cave" is a captivating historical novel set in the vibrant, high-stakes world of late 15th-century Lisbon. During a pivotal moment in the Age of Discovery, the city is a hive of intrigue and ambition as explorers and merchants alike seek a sea route to the legendary spic…e lands of the East. The narrative follows the efforts of a group of individuals, including the great navigator Vasco da Gama and the banker Bartholomew Marchioni, as they strive to overcome the perils of the unknown and the machinations of rivals determined to protect their monopolies.The story masterfully blends historical fact with compelling fiction, illustrating the immense courage required to navigate the treacherous waters around the tip of Africa, known ominously as the "Devil's Cave." Through its vivid portrayal of the maritime traditions, scientific advancements, and geopolitical tensions of the era, the work offers a rich window into the dawn of global trade. Agnes Danforth Hewes provides a stirring exploration of human ingenuity and the relentless pursuit of discovery that changed the map of the world forever. This Newbery Honor-winning tale remains a timeless tribute to the spirit of adventure and the enduring lure of the sea.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.
