Polygraphia (32 Ergebnisse)

Soft cover. Zustand: As New. 1st Edition. New signed copy. No Faults. Phyllis Johnston is an experienced author who has written Fugitive Soldier for teenagers. James is a fifteen year old brought up on his parent's farm where he is working in 1917. He has a bad relationship with his father - or is he really his father? There is mystery surrounding this relationship and its working out is an essential part of the story. James' response to his unhappiness and his father's verbal abuse is to escape to war in Europe. He joins the army almost by accident and the story relates his experiences in the training camps and the trenches in Belgium. Signed by Author(s).…

octavo paperback (VG - lacks title page); all our specials have minimal description to keep listing them viable. They are at least reading copies, complete and in reasonable condition, but usually secondhand; frequently they are superior examples.Ordering more than one book will reduce your overall postage cost.…

Octavo softcover (VG+); all our specials have minimal description to keep listing them viable. They are at least reading copies, complete and in reasonable condition, but usually secondhand; frequently they are superior examples. Ordering more than one book will reduce your overall postage cost.

Octavo softcover (VG); all our specials have minimal description to keep listing them viable. They are at least reading copies, complete and in reasonable condition, but usually secondhand; frequently they are superior examples. Ordering more than one book will reduce your overall postage cost.

Soft cover. Zustand: Near Fine. 1st Edition. Gift inscription and signed by the author. A very good clean copy. Pam Laird trained as a nurse at Christchurch Hospital. After several years experience, she sailed with a nurse friend fon the Otranto for two years work/travel in UK & Europe. This book is in the form of a diary sent to her parents. The 1950's had their own culture and this is a glimpse of the social and work climate of those days. Its publication now is intended as social comment for the interest of family, personal friends and generations to come.…

Soft cover. Zustand: Near Fine. 1st Edition. Signed and also a tipped in card signed by the author. A very clean copy. A biography of New Zealand missionary nurse Kathleen Hall, who spent many years working in China during a period of political upheaval and war. The book recounts her missionary and medical work, including her efforts to provide assistance to Chinese communities in difficult and dangerous conditions. It examines her Christian faith, determination and practical approach to humanitarian service, providing an account of a New Zealand woman whose life was closely connected with twentieth-century China. Signed by Author(s).…

Super octavo softcover (VG+); all our specials have minimal description to keep listing them viable. They are at least reading copies, complete and in reasonable condition, but usually secondhand; frequently they are superior examples. Ordering more than one book will reduce your overall postage cost.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. 232 pages. Inscribed by Author(s). 232pp - a clean bright copyInitially the Occupation regime seeks to win popular support through post-war pr osperity initiatives that include child support payments and encouraging a growt h in farming. However the regime also begin to clamp down on all personal freedo ms and impose widespread censorship. Stuart Johnson, a university student, encou nters the beautiful Carol Peterson on the cross-harbour ferry. She is accompanie d by Hamish Beavis who quickly takes exception to StuartÃÂÿs obviou s interest in Carol. The attraction between Stuart and Carol rapidly develops bu t Stuart, unaware of the dark secret that she carries, is puzzled by the hold th at Hamish appears to have over her. The grip on the New Zealand population conti nues to grow as the new regime increasingly clamps down on personal and democrat ic freedoms. Some sections of the population, for a variety of reasons, cooperat e and collaborate with their new masters resulting in divided loyalties and conf rontation between families and friends and Carol is appalled when Hamish decides to join the local Nazi Party. Following a student protest at his university, St uart is forced to flee and takes Carol with him. After several narrow escapes th ey make contact with a resistance group ÃÂÿ part of a growing resis tance network. The thwarted Hamish uses his new Nazi party position to seek reve nge on Stuart and to regain control over Carol. The resistance group provokes th e authorities in a series of incidents that increase HamishÃÂÿs ven geful efforts. A series of confrontations, betrayals, twists and turns involving collaborators and resistors from all sections of society provide a thrilling ba ckground that tests Carol and StuartÃÂÿs love for each other. Uncom.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. 'Graeme MacCormick is a descendent of early New Zealand settlers on both sides of his family. His mother's family were of Irish descent and his father's family were from Scotland. Graeme and his brother became borderer at Kings Preparatory School after the death of their mother and during their father's absence while serving as the Commanding Officer of the NZ Medical Corps in the Middle East during the Second World War. Graeme was influenced by his Chapel experiences and the Anglican ministry at both the Prep School and King's College and has been a committed Christian throughout his life. His faith has been evident both in his personal life and his career in the legal profession. Graeme has been in legal practice, served on the Human Rights Commission and as a Judge in the Family Court in New Zealand. He has been asked to speak at many public gatherings. Some of these addresses have been recorded in this book and reflect his ethical stance emerging from his firm Christian faith. He has also recollected events in his personal and professional life which reflect his deep love for his family; his experiences in the work place; and an appreciation of many long established friendships.'--Publisher's description. Inscription from author to previous owner.…

Octavo softcover (VG+); all our specials have minimal description to keep listing them viable. They are at least reading copies, complete and in reasonable condition, but usually secondhand; frequently they are superior examples. Ordering more than one book will reduce your overall postage cost.

INSCRIBED, DATED & SIGNED BY AUTHOR, super octavo, illus light card wrappers, illus, 322pp, Near Fine (photos available on request).

Octavo softcover (VG+); all our specials have minimal description to keep listing them viable. They are at least reading copies, complete and in reasonable condition, but usually secondhand; frequently they are superior examples. Ordering more than one book may reduce your overall postage costs.

Inscribed and signed Softcover octavo (VG+) ; all our specials have minimal description to keep listing them viable. They are at least reading copies, complete and in reasonable condition, but usually secondhand; frequently they are superior examples. Ordering more than one book will reduce your overall postage costs.…

Soft cover. Zustand: Near Fine. First Edition. Scarce title. Inscribed by author. Signed by Author(s).

SIGNED BY AUTHOR, imperial octavo softcover (VG+); all our specials have minimal description to keep listing them viable. They are at least reading copies, complete and in reasonable condition, but usually secondhand; frequently they are superior examples. Ordering more than one book may reduce your overall postage costs.…

Quarto softcover (VG+); all our specials have minimal description to keep listing them viable. They are at least reading copies, complete and in reasonable condition, but usually secondhand; frequently they are superior examples. Ordering more than one book will reduce your overall postage cost.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. First Edition. Publisher's stiff card covers; in very good shape, firm and tight, just slightly worn and rubbed. Contents sound and clean; no pen-marks. Not from a library so no such stamps or labels. 357 pages. Illustrated with numerous figures, maps and plans. Text is in English. Thus a decent copy in satisfactory condition for a sensible price.…

Soft cover. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. (Ref.D6 ) One of 600 printed. Softcover. Rubbed edges and a few small light marks else unmarked contents.

Imperial octavo softcover 153 pp, illus VG+ (v light wear,).

Paperback. Zustand: Good. 355 pages. Signed by Author(s). Spine faded with bumped upper edge, crease on front cov er & lower back corner. Contents clean & tight - 355pp. b&w illu strations.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. 356 pages. spine Good, tight binding, marks to cover, price marking on first pageA history of dance, dancers and dancing schools in the early part of the 20th ce ntury in the Auckland area, with glances further afield. It tells the story of d ance in relation to the early films, and looks at the development of the competi tions and the advent of ballet. There is also information about early Auckland, told from the perspective of those who lived for dancing and who had to move abo ut the city to fulfil their engagements and take their lessons.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. 278 pages. tidy ex reference library-.

Soft cover. Zustand: Near Fine. A Kindly Christian ­Gentleman. William Garden Cowie, Bishop of Auckland 1869 -1902. By Frank Wright. Paperback, near fine condition, minor shelf/edge wear. 295 pages. Published by Polygraphia Ltd, 2007. ISBN: 1877332429. Photographs. William Garden Cowie was the first Bishop of Auckland in what is now known as the Anglican tradition. He was bishop from 1869 until his death in 1902. Cowie was the successor to Bishop Selwyn and he was in fact Selwyn's choice as the Auckland synod had delegated the appointment of his successor to Selwyn himself . William Cowie read Classics at Cambridge and after ordination spent time as an Indian Army chaplain, an experience which he never forgot. He came to New Zealand from an English parish and established a reputation for devoted pastoral ministry. He travelled constantly and arduously in the primitive conditions of the time. Remote groups welcomed his visits and his friendly manner. It was said that he made no enemies. Cowie was a capable administrator and many present day institutions within the church owe their origin to him or his wife Eliza. Bishop Cowie was very much a part of the early history of Auckland and his influence extended well beyond the confines of his church. Among other foundations the Institute for the Blind (now known as The Foundation of the Blind) owes its origins to his efforts. This is an interesting account of Bishop Cowie's life and work. ALL PHOTOS ARE OF THE ACTUAL BOOK. All books are sent free by courier postage within New Zealand.…

Soft cover. Zustand: Very Good. 1st Edition. From Geraldine to Fortis Green: A New Zealand Nurse Overseas 1955-1957 By Pam Laird SIGNED BY AUTHOR with gift inscription to previous owner. Publisher: Polygraphia Ltd, New Zealand , 2005. First Edition. SCARCE, OUT OF PRINT. Very good softback, some creasing and light shelf- wear to covers. Name on title page. Minor marks otherwise pages very good. 322 pages. Pam Laird trained as a nurse at Christchurch Hospital. After several years experience, she sailed with a nurse friend fon the Otranto for two years work/travel in UK & Europe. This book is in the form of a diary sent to her parents. The 1950's had their own culture and this is a glimpse of the social and work climate of those days. Signed by Author(s).…

Super octavo, illus glossy light card wrappers, black lettering to spine, 192pp, illus, VG+ (light tanning & soiling to spine & covers, sl soiling to page edges, prev. owner's name in ink to inside front cover).

Imperial octavo, illus glossy light card covers, white lettering to spine, frontispiece, 245pp, VG+ (light fading to spine, light creasing & curling to covers, sl soiling to page edges).

Softcover. Zustand: Very Good. Frederick Thatcher trained as an architect in England before immigrating to New Zealand, arriving in December of 1843. His original intention was to farm land bought through the New Zealand Company in New Plymouth. This venture was not very successful and Thatcher soon found himself in demand, as architectural skills were in short supply in the young colony. A move to Auckland brought closer contact with Bishop G. A. Selwyn, the first bishop of New Zealand. Thatcher worked for Selwyn on many of the churches and other buildings in the Auckland area, and in particular on the buildings for St John's College. Despite his skills, architecture was not Frederick Thatcher's main employment. He was for some years, in two separate periods, a private secretary to Governor Grey and was closely involved with Auckland's early development. He travelled widely with Grey and this account of Thatcher's life gives the reader many interesting glimpses of the episodes in which he was involved as well as the buildings for which he was responsible, many of which still stand. The title of this biography arises from Bishop Selwyn's assessment of Thatcher who became a candidate for ordination and trained at St John's College in the late 1840s. After ordination he was the first minister of St Matthew's in Hobson Street. Health problems led to a spell in England from where he was once again recruited, this time by the first bishop of Wellington, C. J. Abraham. Perhaps Thatcher's crowning memorial is Old St Paul's church in Wellington. It stands as a witness to a great architect and devoted pastor. Large; Signed. 297 pages.…

Soft cover. Zustand: Fine. 1st Edition. An Excellent Recruit: Frederick Thatcher, Architect, Priest and Private Secretary in Early New Zealand BY Margaret H Alington. Near new softback, no inscriptions. Frederick Thatcher trained as an architect in England before immigrating to New Zealand, arriving in December of 1843. 297 pages with photos. Published by Polygraphia Ltd, 2007. His original intention was to farm land bought through the New Zealand Company in New Plymouth. This venture was not very successful and Thatcher soon found himself in demand, as architectural skills were in short supply in the young colony. A move to Auckland brought closer contact with Bishop G.A. Selwyn, the first bishop of New Zealand. Thatcher worked for Selwyn on many of the churches and other buildings in the Auckland area, and in particular on the buildings for St John's College. Despite his skills, architecture was not Frederick Thatcher's main employment. He was for some years, in two separate periods, a private secretary to Governor Grey and was closely involved with Auckland's early development. He travelled widely with Grey and this account of Thatcher's life gives the reader many interesting glimpses of the episodes in which he was involved as well as the buildings for which he was responsible, many of which still stand. The title of this biography arises from Bishop Selwyn's assessment of Thatcher who became a candidate for ordination and trained at St John's College in the late 1840s. After ordination he was the first minister of St Matthew's in Hobson Street. Health problems led to a spell in England from where he was once again recruited, this time by the first bishop of Wellington, C.J. Abraham. This book is thoroughly researched, well documented and interestingly written and will stand as an important contribution to early New All books are sent free by courier postage within New Zealand. ALL PHOTOS ARE OF THE ACTUAL BOOK.…

Soft cover. Zustand: Fine. An Excellent Recruit: Frederick Thatcher, Architect, Priest and Private Secretary in Early New Zealand BY Margaret H Alington. SCARCE. SIGNED BY AUTHOR. Near new softback, small crease and bump to edge, no inscriptions. Frederick Thatcher trained as an architect in England before immigrating to New Zealand, arriving in December of 1843. 297 pages with photos. Published by Polygraphia Ltd, 2007. His original intention was to farm land bought through the New Zealand Company in New Plymouth. This venture was not very successful and Thatcher soon found himself in demand, as architectural skills were in short supply in the young colony. A move to Auckland brought closer contact with Bishop G.A. Selwyn, the first bishop of New Zealand. Thatcher worked for Selwyn on many of the churches and other buildings in the Auckland area, and in particular on the buildings for St John's College. Despite his skills, architecture was not Frederick Thatcher's main employment. He was for some years, in two separate periods, a private secretary to Governor Grey and was closely involved with Auckland's early development. He travelled widely with Grey and this account of Thatcher's life gives the reader many interesting glimpses of the episodes in which he was involved as well as the buildings for which he was responsible, many of which still stand. The title of this biography arises from Bishop Selwyn's assessment of Thatcher who became a candidate for ordination and trained at St John's College in the late 1840s. After ordination he was the first minister of St Matthew's in Hobson Street. Health problems led to a spell in England from where he was once again recruited, this time by the first bishop of Wellington, C.J. Abraham. This book is thoroughly researched, well documented and interestingly written and will stand as an important contribution to early New Zealand history. All books are sent free by courier postage within New Zealand. ALL PHOTOS ARE OF THE ACTUAL BOOK. Signed by Author(s).…

occtavo, illus light card covers, 192pp, illus, (VG-) light tanning to edges of pages marrks to title page with moderate wear to extermities , Signed.