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... others , and hence a distinction arose which kept the prices down or raised them , as the case might be . The following tabular analysis will show the position of the book market about the beginning of the THE GOLDEN DAYS . 23.
... others , and hence a distinction arose which kept the prices down or raised them , as the case might be . The following tabular analysis will show the position of the book market about the beginning of the THE GOLDEN DAYS . 23.
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A Guide for the Book-hunter John Herbert Slater. position of the book market about the beginning of the present century : 1. Theological Works . - Latin Bibles were not much sought after , even although printed in the 15th century ...
A Guide for the Book-hunter John Herbert Slater. position of the book market about the beginning of the present century : 1. Theological Works . - Latin Bibles were not much sought after , even although printed in the 15th century ...
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... position , and their importance depended entirely on their subject - matter . Theological tracts were nearly all worthless , so were most of those in foreign languages , classical or otherwise . Many tracts printed in England during the ...
... position , and their importance depended entirely on their subject - matter . Theological tracts were nearly all worthless , so were most of those in foreign languages , classical or otherwise . Many tracts printed in England during the ...
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... worth £ 7 or £ 8 . Such was the position of the English book market at the commencement of the present century . Henceforth collectors vied with each other to procure works which had been authori- tatively regarded THE GOLDEN DAYS . 31.
... worth £ 7 or £ 8 . Such was the position of the English book market at the commencement of the present century . Henceforth collectors vied with each other to procure works which had been authori- tatively regarded THE GOLDEN DAYS . 31.
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... position into which it had fallen in this country , and no sooner was their genius recognised than collectors began to look around for any works which might con- tain their woodcuts . Thomas Bewick , the more talented artist of the two ...
... position into which it had fallen in this country , and no sooner was their genius recognised than collectors began to look around for any works which might con- tain their woodcuts . Thomas Bewick , the more talented artist of the two ...
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Page 3 - An invaluable book on a subject of the highest importance." — ENGLISH INDEPENDENT. Vandervell and Witham. — A SYSTEM OF FIGURESKATING : Being the Theory and Practice of the Art as developed in England, with a Glance at its Origin and History. By HE VANDERVELL and TM WITHAM, Members of the London Skating Club. Extra fcap. 8vo. 6s.
Page 3 - AQUARIA, BOOK OF. A Practical Guide to the Construction, Arrangement, and Management of Fresh-water and Marine Aquaria ; containing Full Information as to the Plants, Weeds, Fish, Molluscs, Insects. &c., How and Where to Obtain Them, and How to Keep Them in Health.
Page 9 - Rabbit, Book of The. A Complete Work on Breeding and Rearing all Varieties of Fancy Rabbits, giving their History, Variations, Uses, Points, Selection, Mating, Management, Ac., Ac.
Page 4 - Bookbinding for Amateurs: Being descriptions of the various Tools and Appliances Required, and Minute Instructions for their Effective Use. By WJE CRANE. Illustrated with 156 Engravings. In cloth gilt, price 2/6, by post 2/9. Breeders' and Exhibitors' Record, for the Registration of Particulars concerning Pedigree Stock of every Description.
Page 4 - ... most suitable Sailing Boats and Yachts for Amateurs, and Instructions for their Proper Handling. Fully Illustrated with Designs and Working Diagrams. By ADRIAN NEISON, CE, DIXON KEMP, AINA, and G.
Page 10 - The Book of the Rabbit " and " The Guinea Pig for Food, Fur, and Fancy.
Page 9 - PIG, BOOK OF THE. The Selection, Breeding, Feeding, and Management of the Pig; the Treatment of its Diseases; the Curing and Preserving of Hams, Bacon, and other Pork Foods ; and other information appertaining to Pork Farming. By PROFESSOR JAMES LONG. Fully Illustrated with Portraits of Prize Pigs, Plans of Model Piggeries, &c.
Page 6 - DOGS, BREAKING AND TRAINING : Being Concise Directions for the proper education of Dogs, both for the Field and for Companions. Second Edition. By "PATHFINDER.
Page 4 - Cactus Culture for Amateurs : Being Descriptions of the various Cactuses grown in this country ; with Full and Practical Instructions for their Successful Cultivation. By W. WATSON, Assistant Curator of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.
Page 5 - COOKERY FOR AMATEURS; or, French Dishes for English Homes of all Classes. Includes Simple Cookery, Middle-class Cookery, Superior Cookery, Cookery for Invalids, and Breakfast and Luncheon Cookery. By MADAME VALERIE.