Endicott wendell (11 Ergebnisse)

paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Paperback. Very good condition. Unused shop stock. RB. Used.

Zustand: New. In English.

Zustand: New. KlappentextThis summary report on the British Home Guard concludes that the force was just as vital and an important arm of the total defense of any country as any of the other forces, such as the Army and Navy and the Civil Defence Forc.

Kartoniert / Broschiert. Zustand: New. KlappentextrnrnThis is a high quality reprint of the original 1941 report by staff of the The Massachusetts Committee on Public Safety. In early 1941, when the threat of a German invasion was still by no means out of the question, even an invasi.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. 1st Edition. It follows the real-life travels and hunting expeditions of Wendell Endicott and his companion, John Haley. It extensively covers their pursuit of big game—such as sheep, goats, and grizzly bears—across southern Alaska and the Canadian Rockies. A final chapter unexpectedly shifts focus to tarpon fishing in Florida. Endicott details travel through pristine, untamed northern regions including the Tanana River, Big Delta River, Big Gerstle River, and the Goodpasture area. The book features custom end-paper maps tracking their routes and includes over 150 photographic illustrations that reviewers consider an essential, highly valuable component of the work. an "enthusiastic" writer and characterized the narrative as the engaging "reminiscences of a sportsman" tackling America's final frontier.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Adventures With Rod and Harpoon Along the Florida Keys' is a thrilling firsthand account of sport fishing and maritime exploration in one of North America's most storied aquatic landscapes. Wendell Endicott takes readers on a journey through the crystal-clear waters of the Florida Keys, documenting the pursuit of legendary game fish using both traditional rods and the more visceral method of the harpoon. From the adrenaline-pumping struggle with massive tarpon to encounters with sharks and other formidable marine predators, the work captures the essence of early 20th-century outdoor adventure.Beyond the excitement of the catch, the narrative offers vivid descriptions of the unique ecology and breathtaking beauty of the Florida coastline. Endicott's prose reflects a deep appreciation for the challenges of the sea and the skill required to master its inhabitants. This work serves as both a historical record of the Florida Keys before modern development and a timeless tribute to the spirit of the sportsman. It remains an essential read for angling enthusiasts, maritime history buffs, and anyone captivated by the lure of the open water.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.…

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. Very good condition. Bookplate and book store sticker on front endpaper. A few tiny scuffs on covers. Spine tips are worn. Covers corners are rubbed. Spine lettering is a little dull. 273 pages with 80 illustrations from photographs by the author.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Adventures With Rod and Harpoon Along the Florida Keys' is a thrilling firsthand account of sport fishing and maritime exploration in one of North America's most storied aquatic landscapes. Wendell Endicott takes readers on a journey through the crystal-clear waters of the Florida Keys, documenting the pursuit of legendary game fish using both traditional rods and the more visceral method of the harpoon. From the adrenaline-pumping struggle with massive tarpon to encounters with sharks and other formidable marine predators, the work captures the essence of early 20th-century outdoor adventure.Beyond the excitement of the catch, the narrative offers vivid descriptions of the unique ecology and breathtaking beauty of the Florida coastline. Endicott's prose reflects a deep appreciation for the challenges of the sea and the skill required to master its inhabitants. This work serves as both a historical record of the Florida Keys before modern development and a timeless tribute to the spirit of the sportsman. It remains an essential read for angling enthusiasts, maritime history buffs, and anyone captivated by the lure of the open water.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.…

8°. Originalleinen. Zustand: Befriedigend. XVI, 344 S. Mit Abb. Einband berieben und fleckig. Rücken seitlich eingerissen. Kapitale etwas abgenutzt. Vorsatzblatt mit Einriss. Wenige Seiten leicht fleckig. Aufgrund der EU-Verpackungsverordnung (PPWR) Versand nur noch innerhalb Deutschlands möglich. Kein Versand in EU-Länder !! Due to the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), shipping is now only possible within Germany. No shipping to other EU countries!! Sprache: Englisch Gewicht in Gramm: 770. …

Cloth Hardcover. Zustand: Good+. No Jacket. First Edition, First Printing. Green cloth spine with gilt titles to a deeper green cloth with stamped titles and decorations also in gilt. Octavo 8.75 inches tall; xiv, 273 pp. Illustrated with 80 Photographs on 74 plates taken by the author. Bindings are tight and square. Text clean, light even toning. Moderate shelf handling wear a faded spine and dampstain at the bottom of the spine extending onto boards does not affect the interior. First Edition, First Printing. Ref Bruns E34; CCE 523 Subject: Florida, Floridiana, Florida History, Natural History, Fishing, Angling; Outdoor Living; Tarpon fishing; Shark Fishing. Wendell Endicott was one of America's most enthusiastic sports fishermen this book is his magnum opus, an important piece of Florida history and a lasting contribution to folklore and fishing in the Keys. This exciting commentary is filled with stories and know-how.…

Photos, 9.5 x 6, gilt decorated and gilt lettered two-tone green cloth, teg, 344 pp, extremities bumped and worn, spine darkened, old abrasion (third of page) on half title w/ corresponding wrinkling to first few pp after, hinges loose else a good, usable copy in worn, soiled, edge-chipped and tape reinforced (on reverse) dw.…