Dartmoor window (16 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.

Zustand: Good. 2nd edition. Cloth, G+. [iv]+x+272pp, signed by the author ( as Chase ) to the endpaper, cloth rubbed along the edges. The second of the author's books on Dartmoor life, which she wrote after moving to Devon 1901 for health reasons. In latre life she campaigned to keep Dartmoor free from modern developments. 350 grams.…

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: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

First Edition. Very good copy in the original black and red illustrated cloth boards, slightly dust-toned and edgeworn. Prelims and edges foxed, reaching slightly into the margins. Remains a strong and well-preserved example overall. Physical description; xiii, 211 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm. Subjects; Dartmoor. England. Devon. Description and travel. 1 Kg. …

6th impression. Very good copy in the original title-blocked, pictorial cloth. Spine bands and panel edges somewhat dulled and rubbed as with age. Remains quite well-preserved overall. Physical description: x, [i], 272p., [8] leaves of plates ; 20 cm. Subjects: Chase, Beatrice 1874-1955; Dartmoor (England); Dartmoor (England) ; Biography. 1 Kg.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Through a Dartmoor Window' is an evocative collection of sketches and observations that brings the rugged beauty of the Devon countryside to life. Written by Beatrice Chase, the celebrated 'Lady of the Moor,' this work invites readers to gaze out upon the vast, heather-clad landscapes of Dartmoor through the eyes of a devoted resident. The narrative captures the essence of rural English life in the early 20th century, blending lyrical descriptions of the natural world with insightful portraits of the local community.Chase's writing is characterized by its deep connection to the land and its people. From the shifting mists and granite tors to the seasonal changes that transform the moor, the book provides a vivid sensory experience. It explores the quiet rhythms of country living, the folklore of the region, and the enduring charm of the wilderness. This work stands as a significant piece of regional literature, offering a nostalgic and heartfelt tribute to one of England's most atmospheric landscapes. Readers interested in nature writing, local history, and the tranquil beauty of the English moors will find much to admire in these evocative pages.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. …

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Through a Dartmoor Window' is an evocative collection of sketches and observations that brings the rugged beauty of the Devon countryside to life. Written by Beatrice Chase, the celebrated 'Lady of the Moor,' this work invites readers to gaze out upon the vast, heather-clad landscapes of Dartmoor through the eyes of a devoted resident. The narrative captures the essence of rural English life in the early 20th century, blending lyrical descriptions of the natural world with insightful portraits of the local community.Chase's writing is characterized by its deep connection to the land and its people. From the shifting mists and granite tors to the seasonal changes that transform the moor, the book provides a vivid sensory experience. It explores the quiet rhythms of country living, the folklore of the region, and the enduring charm of the wilderness. This work stands as a significant piece of regional literature, offering a nostalgic and heartfelt tribute to one of England's most atmospheric landscapes. Readers interested in nature writing, local history, and the tranquil beauty of the English moors will find much to admire in these evocative pages.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. …

Zustand: Good. Hard back binding in publisher's original illustrated light brown cloth covers, red and black title and author lettering to the spine and front panel with fireside illustration to the front panel. 8vo. 8½'' x 5½''. Contains [viii] 211 printed pages of text with six monochrome photographs throughout. Spine ends soft, corners turned in, very slight foxing to the end papers and edges, without any ownership markings and in Good condition, no dust wrapper. Member of the P.B.F.A. DEVONSHIRE (Dumnonia).…

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: poor. Signed. 1928. eighth impression. Signed by author. Green boards with dark green pictire. Tanning to page ends, binding good. B/W photos.8 illustrations.

hardcover. Zustand: Good.

Cloth. Zustand: Good. A two volume set of Beatrice Chase's dramatic novels set in the moorland of South Devon. Illustrated frontispieces of the building of a home and a portrait of Mr. Bluejacket. Beatrice Chase was the pen name for a British writer, who became well known for her Dartmoor-based novels during the first half of the 20th century. Her real name was Olive Katharine Parr, and she claimed to be directly descended from William Parr, the brother of Catherine, the sixth wife of Henry VIII. In a cloth binding with pictorial boards. Externally, generally smart with some shelfwear and corners and head and tails of spine are bumped. Front hinges strained but firm. Ink inscription to front free end-paper and pastedown. Internally, firmly bound with light foxing to first few pages, otherwise bright and clean. Good. None (illustrator). book.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good Indeed. First edition. The scarce first edition of this fiction work from the Dartmoor Series signed by the author. First edition of The Dartmoor Window Forty Years After by Beatrice Chase in the original publisher's paper wraps.A scarce edition with only one copy held in libraries.Beatrice Chase was the pen name for Olive Katherine Parr, the British writer best known for these Dartmoor based novels.Signed by the author to the title page.Illustrated with five monochrome plates. Collated, complete. In the original publisher's paper wraps. Externally, smart. There is some bumping to the head and tail of the spine and to the extremities. There are some light creases to the paper boards in these areas. The boards are slightly age toned. There are some light marks to the rear board. Internally, firmly bound. The pages are bright and clean with the occasional spot. Very Good Indeed. Not Stated (illustrator). signed by author. book.…

1st edition. Interesting association copy. Single sheet "One of God's Fairy Tales" pasted to back cover verso - a story about 2 people & 2 florins, with hand-written identification of the people as Henry Pomeroy & Ailsa Harris. Presentation inscription by author on title page to 'the lady of the florins'. Included is a typed postcard from author to Mrs.Harris, & press cutting about Beatrice Chase. Some foxing; cover a little worn & discoloured, with small stain Used - Good. SIGNED copy Good paperback Used - Good. SIGNED copy Good paperback.…