A Restoration of the Ancient Modes of Bestowing Names on the Rivers, Hills, Vallies, Plains, and Settlements of Britain
G. Dyer [Gilbert Dyer]
Verlag: For G. Dyer; J. Johnson, Longman Hurst, Rees and Orme, et al., Exeter, 1805
Gebraucht
Leather
Verkäufer
Rooke Books PBFA, Bath, Vereinigtes Königreich
Verkäuferbewertung 5 von 5 Sternen
AbeBooks-Verkäufer seit 18. Mai 2007
Verbandsmitglied:
Dieses Exemplar ist nicht mehr verfügbar. Hier sind die ähnlichsten Treffer für A Restoration of the Ancient Modes of Bestowing Names on the Rivers, Hills, Vallies, Plains, and Settlements of Britain von G. Dyer [Gilbert Dyer].
Beschreibung
Beschreibung:
The first edition of this scarce work exploring the etymological history of Britain, written by Gilbert Dyer, The first edition of this scarce work. Bound in full calf.An interesting look at the historical techniques for naming settlements of all sizes in Britain.Written by Exeter-based bookseller, Gilbert Dyer, notes for his circulating library.Looking at Britain from an etymological view, Gilbert Dyer traces various place and river names back to their Gaelic and other Ancient origins. Bound in full calf. Externally, very smart, with light rubbing to joints and the odd mark. Front hinge is a little strained, but holding firm. Endpapers and blanks have been renewed. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright and generally clean, with the occasional instance of light spotting. Very Good Indeed. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 927Q19
Bibliografische Details
Titel: A Restoration of the Ancient Modes of ...
Verlag: For G. Dyer; J. Johnson, Longman Hurst, Rees and Orme, et al., Exeter
Erscheinungsdatum: 1805
Einband: Leather
Illustrator: None
Zustand: Very Good Indeed
Auflage: First edition.
Art des Buches: book
Beste Suchergebnisse bei AbeBooks
Foto des Verkäufers
A restoration of the ancient modes of bestowing names on the rivers, hills, vallies, plains, and settlements of Britain; 1805 [Leather Bound]
Neu
Hardcover
Anbieter: True World of Books, Delhi, Indien
Verkäuferbewertung 5 von 5 Sternen
LeatherBound. Zustand: New. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1805 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. Pages: 338 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: 338 Language: English. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers LB990000615469
Anzahl: 18 verfügbar
A restoration of the ancient modes of bestowing names on the rivers, hills, vallies, plains, and settlements of Britain; 1805 [Leather Bound]
Neu
Hardcover
Anbieter: Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, Indien
Verkäuferbewertung 5 von 5 Sternen
Leather Bound. Zustand: 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 1805. 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: : - 334, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. 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. 334. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers LB1111005327628
Anzahl: Mehr als 20 verfügbar
A Restoration of the Ancient Modes of Bestowing Names on the Rivers, Hills, Vallies, Plains, and Settlements of Britain; Recorded in no Author. Exemplified in the Derivations of Roman-British, and Later Denominations of Districts, Names of the Principal Towns, and Appellations of the Features of Nature. From Which Nearly all the Explanations Given to These Terms, by Verstegan, Skinner, Vallancey, Bryant, Borlase, Whitaker, Pryce, Macpherson, and Other Etymologists, are Shewn to be Unfounded. To This a Treatise are Prefixed, the Principles by Which Names Were Originally Formed, From Their Primitive Gaelic Roots
Gebraucht
Hardcover
Erstausgabe
Anbieter: Rooke Books PBFA, Bath, Vereinigtes Königreich
Verkäuferbewertung 5 von 5 Sternen
Hardback. Zustand: Very Good. None (illustrator). First edition. A scarce first edition history of England by Gilbert Dyer, looking at the etymological history of Britain. The scarce first edition.An interesting look at the historical techniques for naming settlements of all sizes in Britain. Looking at Britain from an etymological view, Gilbert Dyer traces various place and river names back to their Gaelic and other Ancient origins.Gilbert Dyer was a bookseller based in Exeter, noted for his circulating library. In a quarter cloth binding with paper to the boards. Externally, generally smart. Light rubbing to the spine, nand a little heavier rubbing to the boards. Minor marks to the boards, including a small damp stain to the tail of the rear board. Light bumping to the extremities. Crack to the head of the front joint. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are lightly age-toned and clean with only a few light handling marks. Very Good. book. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 852P3
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar