Mannering george edward (27 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Zustand: New. In English.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Zustand: New. In English.

HRD. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Zustand: New. In English.

HRD. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Zustand: New. In English.

Zustand: New. In English.

Zustand: New. In English.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'With Axe and Rope in the New Zealand Alps' chronicles the thrilling early days of mountaineering in New Zealand. George Edward Mannering recounts his adventures exploring and climbing the formidable peaks of the Southern Alps. This historical account provides a captivating glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of pioneering climbers as they navigated uncharted territory. Readers will be transported to a world of breathtaking landscapes and demanding ascents, experiencing the raw beauty and inherent dangers of the New Zealand Alps. Mannering's narrative captures the spirit of adventure and the unwavering determination of those who sought to conquer these majestic mountains. A classic of mountaineering literature, this book is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of climbing, travel in New Zealand, or tales of extraordinary human endeavor in the face of nature's grandeur.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 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.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.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Experience the thrill and excitement of mountaineering in this classic account of George Edward Mannering's adventures in the New Zealand Alps. With vivid descriptions of perilous ascents, breathtaking vistas, and the camaraderie of fellow climbers, this book transports readers to a world of unsurpassed beauty and danger. A must-read for anyone with a passion for adventure and the great outdoors.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 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.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.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - bTitle:/b With Axe and Rope in the New Zealand Alps . With illustrations.br/br/bPublisher:/b British Library, Historical Print Editionsbr/br/The British Library is the national library of the United Kingdom. It is one of the world's largest research libraries holding over 150 million items in all known languages and formats: books, journals, newspapers, sound recordings, patents, maps, stamps, prints and much more. Its collections include around 14 million books, along with substantial additional collections of manuscripts and historical items dating back as far as 300 BC.br/br/The GENERAL HISTORICAL collection includes books from the British Library digitised by Microsoft. This varied collection includes material that gives readers a 19th century view of the world. Topics include health, education, economics, agriculture, environment, technology, culture, politics, labour and industry, mining, penal policy, and social order. br/br/++++br/The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to insure edition identification:br/++++br/br/b/b British Librarybr/b/b Mannering, George Edward; br/b/b 1891.br/b/b viii. 139 p. ; 8º.br/b/b 10492.f.29.br/.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'With Axe and Rope in the New Zealand Alps' chronicles the thrilling early days of mountaineering in New Zealand. George Edward Mannering recounts his adventures exploring and climbing the formidable peaks of the Southern Alps. This historical account provides a captivating glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of pioneering climbers as they navigated uncharted territory. Readers will be transported to a world of breathtaking landscapes and demanding ascents, experiencing the raw beauty and inherent dangers of the New Zealand Alps. Mannering's narrative captures the spirit of adventure and the unwavering determination of those who sought to conquer these majestic mountains. A classic of mountaineering literature, this book is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of climbing, travel in New Zealand, or tales of extraordinary human endeavor in the face of nature's grandeur.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 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.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.…

Zustand: New.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Experience the thrill and excitement of mountaineering in this classic account of George Edward Mannering's adventures in the New Zealand Alps. With vivid descriptions of perilous ascents, breathtaking vistas, and the camaraderie of fellow climbers, this book transports readers to a world of unsurpassed beauty and danger. A must-read for anyone with a passion for adventure and the great outdoors.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 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.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.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. With Axe and Rope in the New Zealand Alps | George Edward Mannering | Taschenbuch | 212 S. | Englisch | 2016 | hansebooks | EAN 9783743418837 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Hansebooks GmbH, Trakehner Weg 52, 22844 Norderstedt, gb[at]hansebooks[dot]com | Anbieter: preigu. …

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. 1st Edition. Signed by author on half-title. Includes original letter from Mannering to his friend and mountaineering partner Marmaduke Dixon, dated September 27, 1911. Marmaduke Dixon was a notable New Zealand mountaineer active in the 1890s, particularly known for his ascents of Aorangi/Mt. Cook. He, along with author Guy Mannering, achieved fame through their various attempts to summit Aorangi. Including one unsuccessful attempt in 1894 with Tom Fyfe and the Ross brothers, falling short due to a violent storm. This work contains Mannering's account of five seasons worth of climbing efforts in the New Zealand Alps, including five attempts (eventually a success) to ascent Aorangi. The accounts appeared periodically in serialised form in the "Weekly Press", however in a somewhat differing written form. Mannering was the co-founder of the New Zealand Alpine Club with A.P. Harper. First Edition. London: Longmans, Green, & Co., 1891. Royal 8vo. Original burgundy publisher's cloth. Pages: vii, [iv], 139, 24 pages of advertisements. Coloured folding map at rear. 17 plates throughout. Bound in original burgundy publisher's cloth. Cover and spine lettered in gilt. Illustration of axe and rope stamped in gilt to cover. Cover margins ruled in blind. All edges uncut. Good. Spine faded, part of upper front cover mildly faded. Gilt remains bright. Some rubbing to edges and corners. Markings to covers, particularly lower front cover. Contents in excellent condition. Some mild spotting here and there. Folding map in fine condition, seams free of tearing and colours true. Provenance: From the library of Warwick H. Williams. This book is currently on display in the rare book section of our Paddington store. Signed by Author(s).…

No Binding. Zustand: Good. First Edition. A rare and unusual New Zealand mountaineering item. A large format article 44cm x 28cm. 4 pages but only printed on 2 pages. Folded and partially split on the creases. Report of the 1890 expedition to Mount Cook with A.P. Harper with the first crossing of Ball Pass. There is no publication and indication of a publisher or newspaper but it was probably by The Press, Christchurch 1890.…

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. No Dust Jacket. First Edition. Some rubbing to spine and joints. Previous owner's signature on front endpaper.; This copy signed by the author on the first blank leaf "G E Mannering". 255, [1] pages + 42 illustrations on 18 plate leaves. Grey cloth boards with crimson lettering on spine and front board. Page dimensions: 214 x 136mm. Contents includes pig hunting, tramping, mountaineering, canoeing, trout fishing, and six weeks in Switzerland. "[.] he displays nerve and courage of the kind of which heroes are made. To those who know the 'Waimak' and the Waitaki the canoeing exploits are pure foolhardiness, but what pluck and skill were needed!" [Bibliographical reference: Bagnall M769]; Signed by Author.…

Hard Cover. Zustand: G+. First Edition. 8vo. original burgundy cloth gilt, with bright gilt design of rope and axe on front board, bevelled edges (ex-libris, with labels to front endpapers, occ. rsms to text, blind-stamps to plates throughout, frontispiece tissue-guard torn without loss, fore-edge of folding map frayed; cloth edges rubbed with wear to spine ends and extremities, spine darkened with gilt cat. no. at base]; pp. xii (last blank), 140 (last blank) + 24 pp. pubs. advts., with 18 illustrations & a colour folding map. A good copy of uncommon title. [Neate M40].…

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. First Edition. Hardback. No Dust Jacket. 8vo. pp viii, 139. Original publisher's burgundy cloth, lettered gilt on spine and on front cover with bevelled edges. Copiously illustrated in black and white throughout. Slight foxing to preliminaries and very faint fading at spine, otherwise very good indeed or better. Exceptional condition.…

First Edition. Good to very good copy in the original gilt-blocked cloth. Spine bands and panel edges somewhat rubbed and dust-toned as with age with minor damage to the upper corners of both boards. Remains quite well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong.; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 139 pages; Physical description; viii, 139 pages, 16 unnumbered leaves of plates : illustrations, frontispiece, plates, folded map. ; 25 cm. "This short work contains the story of five seasons' climbing and exploring in the New Zealand Alps. Most of the material embodied in it has already appeared from time to time, in rather a different form, in the Christ-church (N.Z.) 'Weekly press' . The map is compiled by the New Zealand government survey office from the work of Mr. T.N. Broderick . and that of Dr. R. von Lendenfield. The illustrations are from photographs by Messrs. Wheeler and son"--Pref. Includes bibliographical references. Subjects; Mountains - New Zealand. Glaciers - New Zealand. Mountaineering - New Zealand. New Zealand - Description and travel. Southern Alps/Ka Tiritiri o te Moana (N.Z.) - Description and travel. 1 Kg. …