post office edinburgh leith (26 Ergebnisse)

Zustand: Good. 1966. No edition remarks. 1404 pages. No dust jacket. Blue cloth covered boards with gilt. Pages with some foxing and tanning, particularly to endpapers and textblock edges. Binding loose. Some page corners folded. Boards have moderate shelf wear with mild bumping and fraying to corners and crushing and fraying to spine ends. All surfaces tanned and sunned, particularly spine. Gilt lettering to spine is slightly dulled. Some additional moderate marks and staining.

Hardback. Zustand: Fair. First Editon Thus. 1839. First edition thus (34th annual publication). Title-page, iii, [xi] (possible lacking a further page of current coins), xxxii, 357pp., 8pp. of a Report, 7 pages of advertisements, ix in the index and a further 1-page advertisement. Lacking the folding plan of Edinburgh and Leith. This is a scarce early Edinburgh directory that should be of interest to both local historians and genealogists. It comprises, among other information, a general and street directory; professions, trades and law directory; penny post town directory; parliamentary, public office and bank directory; postage and conveyance directory; insurance directory; etc. The book is bound in the original red-brown cloth with a paper title label on the spine. The book is in fair condition with several faults and is best regarded as being a reading and reference copy. The boards have shelf wear with some soiling and staining and the front board is only held in place by two strips of white cloth that a previous owner has glued to the top and bottom of the spine edge of the front endpapers. The corners and spine ends are bumped with a little damage and there is a split in the cloth of about 2 1/2" at the top and 1" at the bottom of the fore spine edge. There is a split of about 3/4" on the top of the rear spine edge. Most of the title label is missing. The contents are secure and clean apart from a few small stains and marks from finger smudges, etc., and some soiling on the title-page and contents pages. There is a strip of repair tape on the spine gutter between the back of the title-page and first contents page and a split down the spine gutter before the List of Streets resulting from the removal of the map. The front free endpaper and the title-page are noticeably creased and a name and address has been written on the top edge of the title-page. As mentioned above, the map is missing and this copy is best regarded as being a reading and reference copy.

Hardback. Zustand: Good. First Editon Thus. 1859. First edition. 476pp. plus 58 pages of an insurance directory and advertisements and a further 26 pages of advertisements at the end of the book. Lacking the folding plan of Edinburgh and Leith. This is a scarce early Edinburgh directory that should be of interest to both local historians and genealogists. It comprises, among other information, a general and street directory; professions, trades and law directory; county directory; parliamentary, public office and bank directory; postage and conveyance directory; insurance directory; etc. The book is bound in the original brown cloth with a blind stamped pattern to the boards but the spine is missing. The boards have shelf wear with some soiling and staining and are loosely held in place by the original binding tape. The contents are secure and clean apart from a few small marks and some stamps from the Society of Antiquities of Scotland and the National Library of Scotland, and a cancelled stamp, on the bottom edge of the Notice on the back of the title-page. The front free endpaper is missing and 'Society of Antiquaries of Scotland' has been written on the front fixed endpaper. As mentioned above, the map is missing. Overall, this is probably best regarded as being a good reading and reference copy.

Hard Cover. Zustand: Good. Hardback, brown cloth, gilt titles to spine. 23cm x 15.5cm. xxviii, 1376pp, 60pp. Frontis. Double-page colour map. Spine slightly faded, a little wear to extremities. Period advertisements to front and rear. A decent copy. A heavy book, additional postage may be required for orders outside the UK. (q27).

Hardback. Zustand: Very Good -. First Edition Thus. 1866. First edition thus. 566pp. and 62 plus a further 6 pages of an insurance directory and advertisements. A folding plan of Edinburgh and Leith that should be at the start of the book is missing. This is a scarce early Edinburgh directory that should be of interest to both local historians and genealogists. It comprises, among other information, a general and street directory; professions, trades and law directory; county directory; parliamentary, public office and bank directory; postage and conveyance directory; insurance directory; etc. This copy is from the Philosophical Institution Library, Edinburgh, and has a few of the usual library indications. The book is bound in the original purplish-brown cloth with gold titling to the spine and blind stamped titling and designs on the boards. The case of the book is in very good condition with some expected shelf wear and soiling on the boards and remains of a paper library label from the Philosophical Institution near the bottom of the front board. The cloth on the corner tips is worn with a little loss from the tips of the top corners. The spine is faded and the spine ends are bumped with a little damage to the cloth at the top of the spine. There is a small hole in the cloth near the top of the front spine edge. The contents are tight and clean apart from a few small marks and some scattered but mostly light foxing. There is a label on the front fixed endpaper and a small oval purple stamp on the title-page and page 56 of the advertisements at the end of the book (it is possible that other similar small stamps have been missed). As mentioned above, the folding map is missing. The front endpapers are split down the spine gutter with some of the mull binding showing through.

Brown Cloth Hardback. Zustand: Good Plus. First Edition. 1857. First edition. 448pp., 57 plus 12 pages of an insurance directory and advetisements. The large folding plan of Edinburgh and Leith that should be at the start of the book is missing. This is a scarce early Edinburgh directory that should be of interest to both local historians and genealogists. It comrpises, among other information, a general and street directory; professions, trades and law directory; county directory; parliamentary, public office and bank directory; postage and conveyance directory; insurance directory; etc. This copy is from the Philosophical Institution Library, Edinburgh, and has a few of the usual library indications. The book is bound in the original brown cloth with a blind stamped pattern to the boards and gold titling on the spine. The case of the book is in very good condition with some expected shelf wear and soiling on the boards and a paper library label on the front board. The corners are lightly bumped with some damage and a little loss to the cloth on the corner tips. The spine is slightly faded and the spine ends are bumped with some damage to the cloth. There is a split of about 1" in the cloth at the top of both spine edges. The contents are tight and clean apart from a few small marks and some of the addresses in the Street Directory have small tick marks beside them. There is light soiling and foxing to the title-page and following page and there is a split down the spine gutter of the front endpapers. The only library indications appear to be a label on the front fixed endpaper and small purple stamps on the title-page and pages li at the start of the book and page lvii of the advertisements at the end (it is possible that other similar small stamps have been missed). The folding map is missing. There is no inscription.

Hardcover. Scarce. Inner hinges cracked but holding, several previous owner's ex-libris stamps, touch of fraying to ends of spine and two corners, several light marks to covers, several pennings, otherwise good. 1530pp.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A meticulously compiled historical resource, the 'Post Office Edinburgh and Leith Directory Volume 1847-48' offers a unique glimpse into the bustling mid-19th century urban landscape of Edinburgh and Leith. Published by Edinburgh & Leith Post Office Directory Limited, this directory serves as an invaluable snapshot of the businesses, residents, and civic infrastructure that defined these prominent Scottish locales during this pivotal period. Researchers, historians, and genealogists will find within its pages a treasure trove of information, providing detailed listings of individuals, commercial establishments, and postal services. The directory offers insights into the social and economic fabric of the time, making it an essential addition to any collection focused on Scottish history, urban studies, or genealogical research. Preserving a significant piece of local history, this directory stands as a testament to the enduring importance of historical records in understanding our past.

First Edition. 22nd publication. 242pp + 86pp of trades information (postal services, hackney chairs etc.). Disbound, with original leather front board, detached. Last 20pp of trades in=formation defaced where a triangular cut has been made with loss to the last few pages. Main directory is intact with the addresses and names preserved as a useful genealogical source Some marks throughout but a fair copy.

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. 8vo, i-xxxiii, 412 pp, i-xlviii of advertisements , large folding map rather crudely repaired. Original cloth with binders label of John Gray of Edinburgh, some splitting to the joints and wear to the top and bottom of the spine but a good copy.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Explore the vibrant cities of Edinburgh and Leith in the mid-19th century with this meticulously compiled directory. The 'Post Office Edinburgh and Leith Directory Volume 1856-57' offers a detailed snapshot of these Scottish hubs, providing invaluable insights into the businesses, residents, and infrastructure that shaped their character. Compiled by the Edinburgh & Leith Post Office Directory Limited, this directory is an essential resource for historians, genealogists, and anyone interested in the social and economic fabric of Victorian Scotland.

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Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A meticulously compiled historical resource, the 'Post Office Edinburgh and Leith Directory Volume 1847-48' offers a unique glimpse into the bustling mid-19th century urban landscape of Edinburgh and Leith. Published by Edinburgh & Leith Post Office Directory Limited, this directory serves as an invaluable snapshot of the businesses, residents, and civic infrastructure that defined these prominent Scottish locales during this pivotal period. Researchers, historians, and genealogists will find within its pages a treasure trove of information, providing detailed listings of individuals, commercial establishments, and postal services. The directory offers insights into the social and economic fabric of the time, making it an essential addition to any collection focused on Scottish history, urban studies, or genealogical research. Preserving a significant piece of local history, this directory stands as a testament to the enduring importance of historical records in understanding our past.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 will 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 - Explore the vibrant cities of Edinburgh and Leith in the mid-19th century with this meticulously compiled directory. The 'Post Office Edinburgh and Leith Directory Volume 1856-57' offers a detailed snapshot of these Scottish hubs, providing invaluable insights into the businesses, residents, and infrastructure that shaped their character. Compiled by the Edinburgh & Leith Post Office Directory Limited, this directory is an essential resource for historians, genealogists, and anyone interested in the social and economic fabric of Victorian Scotland.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Explore the vibrant cities of Edinburgh and Leith as they existed in 1878-79 with this meticulously detailed directory. The 'Post Office Edinburgh and Leith Directory' offers a fascinating snapshot of late 19th-century Scottish life, providing an invaluable resource for historians, genealogists, and anyone interested in the social and commercial fabric of the time. Delve into the comprehensive listings of residents, businesses, and services, offering a unique window into the daily lives of the people who shaped these iconic cities. This directory is a treasure trove of historical information, capturing a pivotal moment in the history of Edinburgh and Leith.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This is a meticulously reproduced edition of the 'Post Office Edinburgh and Leith Directory' for 1881-82. A valuable resource for historians, genealogists, and anyone interested in the social and commercial fabric of late 19th-century Scotland. This directory offers a comprehensive snapshot of Edinburgh and Leith, listing residents, businesses, and institutions.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A meticulously detailed snapshot of late 19th-century Edinburgh and Leith, the 'Post Office Edinburgh and Leith Directory Volume 1883-84' offers an unparalleled glimpse into the commercial and residential landscape of this vibrant Scottish hub. This comprehensive directory, originally compiled by the Edinburgh & Leith Post Office Directory Limited, provides an exhaustive listing of businesses, professionals, and residents, making it an invaluable resource for historians, genealogists, and anyone interested in the social and economic history of Scotland.

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Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A meticulously detailed snapshot of late 19th-century Edinburgh and Leith, the 'Post Office Edinburgh and Leith Directory Volume 1883-84' offers an unparalleled glimpse into the commercial and residential landscape of this vibrant Scottish hub. This comprehensive directory, originally compiled by the Edinburgh & Leith Post Office Directory Limited, provides an exhaustive listing of businesses, professionals, and residents, making it an invaluable resource for historians, genealogists, and anyone interested in the social and economic history of Scotland.

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Hardback. Zustand: Very Good - See Description. First Edition Thus. 1836. Thirty-first year of publication, first edition thus. [xii], viii, 324pp., 4 pages of advertisements, and a large folding plan of Edinburgh and Leith. This is a scarce early directory that should be of interest to both local historians and genealogists. The book includes a general directory for Edinburgh and its environs, with addresses and occupations where applicable, Edinburgh and Leith street directories, and an alphabetical list of professions and principal trades. The appendix includes information on delivery of letters, lists of Post-Towns, insurance companies, etc. The book has been rebacked and recased in the original dark green cloth covered boards with remains of the original spine overlaid onto new cloth, and as a result the book is tight and secure. The boards have shelf wear with some soiling and about 3/4" is missing from the original overlaid spine. The corners are bumped with some loss to the cloth around the corner tips. The paper title-label on the spine is worn with pieces missing. The contents are tight and clean apart from a few light marks and there are strips of new cloth down the spine edge of the fixed endpapers as a result of the recasing. There is no inscription.

Brochure/Pamphlet. Zustand: Very Good. Not Stated (illustrator). A stunning fold out map of Edinburgh and Leith with a scale of 6 inches to a mile on one folded sheet. This is a stunning fold out map of Edinburgh and Leith with a scale of 6 inches to a mile. At the time, Bartholomew's half-inch maps were the most up-to-date large scale maps that could be obtained. The maps are fully contoured and show Hostels, gold courses, National Trust properties, inns, hotel, boundaries, lakes, rivers and woods. In cloth wraps with one folded sheet of linen. Externally, smart. The wraps are a little faded. Internally, the sheet is smart with some signs of ware to the folds but remains bright and clean. Very Good. book.

Hardcover. Zustand: Poor. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: No Dust Jacket. First Edition. Lacking the "Plan of Edinburgh and Leith". Binding poor. Joints split and hinges broken. Boards detached. Lacking the front free endpaper and the half-title page. One preliminary leaf detached. ; Seventieth annual publication. (iii)-xx, 695, [1] pages + 1 double page map of the county of Edinburghshire + 148, [11] pages advertisements at rear. Also advertisements on endpapers. Blind-stamped cloth boards with gilt lettering on spine. Page dimensions: 217 x 135mm. Useful historical and genealogical source. Alphabetical listing of people's names, with their profession and street address. Also listing of names by street address. The advertisements at the rear are for numerous local businesses. [Seller ref: KnightCol]; 8vo.

Cloth. Zustand: Very Good Indeed. None (illustrator). The very scarce twenty-third annual publication of this impressively detailed directory of Edinburgh, Leith, and Newhaven. Providing information for the years 1828 and 1829, this work contains an alphabetical list of nobility, gentry and merchants in this region of Scotland, and including lists of streets, squares and places.The twenty-third edition of this publication.Rebound, with endpapers renewed, but retaining one original blank to the rear.With ferry timetables and a list of local businesses to the rear, this work offers detailed insight into life in Edinburgh in the late 1830s.Collated, bound without the folding map. Rebound in full cloth, with endpapers renewed. Retaining one original blank to the rear. Externally, fine. Internally, firmly bound. Pages lightly age toned, with the odd handling mark, but generally clean. Very Good Indeed. book.

Cloth. Zustand: Very Good. Not Stated (illustrator). A very scarce and detailed directory for Edinburgh and Leith, containing a wealth of information on the area. A very scarce edition of the Post-Office's directory for Edinburgh and Leith, this volume for 1848-9 being the forty-third annual publication.Illustrated with a folding map. Collated, complete.This directory contains an alphabetical list of nobility, gentry and merchants in this region of Scotland, and including lists of streets, squares and places.Fifty-eight pages of adverts to the rear, being an insurance directory and a miscellaneous directory. In the original publisher's cloth binding. externally, smart. Light bumping to the head and tail of the spine and to the extremities. Light rubbing and marks to the cloth. Hinges are starting but firm. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright and generally clean, with some scattered spots and handling marks. The occasional ink mark. Very Good. book.

Zustand: Very Good. Size 100.5 x 129 cm, incl.margins. Foldout col. paper map. (2 small parts of reverse blank side sl. yellowed).