William simon long (21 résultats)

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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - 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. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface.We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles the author's incredible journey across the Southern Cross. Travel with the author from the United States to Panama, and discover Havana, Kingston, and Cartagena. Journey onward to Bogotá, and learn about the people, places, and history the author encountered. This book takes you through the Panama Canal, and encapsulates the depth, complexities, and history of the area. Its insights will interest travellers and those interested in Central and South American history, especially the construction and the impact of the Panama Canal. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

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First edition. 43 pp. printed recto only. Illus. with 1 map, 1 chart, 15 mounted sepia toned gelatin silver prints. 4to. A rare volume of mounted photographs of buildings, scenery, and people of Latin America. OCLC locates five copies: Getty, UCLA, Univ. P.R., SMU DeGolyer, U Mich, Clements. Backstrip inked over, light soiling to boards, rear hinge started, faint dampstain along fore edge of first two leaves and darker one at inner margin of last half; mounted photos mainly unaffected, overall still good. Publisher's cloth with gilt title. …

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Etat : New. Print on Demand pp. 138.

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Etat : New. PRINT ON DEMAND pp. 138.

Etat : Very good. Inscribed by the author on the ffep. 12¼" x 9½". Blue cloth, gilt. pp. 43 + four interspersed plates containing a map, a chart and three original photographs. Very good: light wear that is stronger at spine tips and corners, a few minor stains. This is a finely produced travelogue documenting the sites and peoples of several different Latin American countries. According to the book's forward, the author created it because, "The Panama Canal . . . should be the means of drawing this entire Western Hemisphere into closer bonds of commercial and social intercourse. Our neighbors . . . regret that their brothers of the United States do not understand them as they deserve to be understood . . . Let us not forget that they number nearly one hundred million strong and they and their respective countries are rapidly forging to the front ranks of modern nations. The opening of the Panama should be a day of rejoicing for the peoples of the Three Americas." Per the title, over three months, Long traveled to the listed countries and recorded detailed descriptions of each town or city he visited; he also provided brief histories of each country. In Cuba, he spent time in Matanzas and Santiago as well as providing this description of Havana, "visitors seem transported as they note the carefree throngs that eat, drink and make merry in the brilliant cafes and places of amusement along the broad and handsome Prado . . . streets in the old section are exceedingly narrow . . . The metropolis contains several modern office buildings, which appear like skyscrapers from the alleyways below, and the mansions of the wealthy, especially along the Malecon, are homes of splendor. On the other hand, the one-story dwellings of the working classes are devoid of ornamentation, the iron barred windows giving them the appearance of penal institutions." From Cuba Long went to Jamaica where in Montego Bay, "women display far more animation than men, driving carts, wheeling barrows, hawking long ropes of tobacco and smoking big black cigars with the sang froid of a veteran." Next was Columbia, with a first stop in Barranquilla, with this lyrical description of the end of siesta, "at the stroke of six the sunset gun sends forth its booming notes, and with an hour the Zocala fills [with people] . . . Along the plaza they stroll and chat the señors emitting great clouds of the noxious weed, the demoiselles flashing glances of Andalusian hue. They are of every rank and every class . . ." He also spent several pages describing Bogota. In Costa Rica he was impressed by San Jose, "it is not hyperbole to say that there are but few cities of the same size that display more animation or progressiveness we find in San Jose." He briefly discussed Punta Arenas before heading to Mexico where he spent a couple of pages on Mexico City and Cuernavaca, respectively, while also providing much detail on rail travel in the country. There are short passages on Jalapa, Orizaba and the last several pages are devoted to descriptions of Mayan ruins in the Yucatan peninsula. Also of note are the plates which include three original black and white photographs as well as a map of the Isthmus of Panama with the completed canal. The photos include a Cuban tobacco field and a view of the canal from the Gatun Dam. OCLC locates four copies over two entries; one has 17 plates, the other has 15. With ours a third variant, we imagine Long issued these books based on the number of photos or maps he had on hand. A rare travelogue documenting the sights and peoples of several Latin American countries and embellished with original photographs.…

Etat : Very good. Inscribed by the author on the ffep. 12¼" x 9½". Blue cloth, gilt. pp. 43 + eight interspersed plates containing a map, a chart and six original photographs. Very good: light wear that is stronger at spine tips and corners, a few minor stains. This is a finely produced travelogue documenting the sites and peoples of several different Latin American countries. According to the book's forward, the author created it because, "The Panama Canal . . . should be the means of drawing this entire Western Hemisphere into closer bonds of commercial and social intercourse. Our neighbors . . . regret that their brothers of the United States do not understand them as they deserve to be understood . . . Let us not forget that they number nearly one hundred million strong and they and their respective countries are rapidly forging to the front ranks of modern nations. The opening of the Panama should be a day of rejoicing for the peoples of the Three Americas." Per the title, over three months, Long traveled to the listed countries and recorded detailed descriptions of each town or city he visited; he also provided brief histories of each country. In Cuba, he spent time in Matanzas and Santiago as well as providing this description of Havana, "visitors seem transported as they note the carefree throngs that eat, drink and make merry in the brilliant cafes and places of amusement along the broad and handsome Prado . . . streets in the old section are exceedingly narrow . . . The metropolis contains several modern office buildings, which appear like skyscrapers from the alleyways below, and the mansions of the wealthy, especially along the Malecon, are homes of splendor. On the other hand, the one-story dwellings of the working classes are devoid of ornamentation, the iron barred windows giving them the appearance of penal institutions." From Cuba Long went to Jamaica where in Montego Bay, "women display far more animation than men, driving carts, wheeling barrows, hawking long ropes of tobacco and smoking big black cigars with the sang froid of a veteran." Next was Columbia, with a first stop in Barranquilla, with this lyrical description of the end of siesta, "at the stroke of six the sunset gun sends forth its booming notes, and with an hour the Zocala fills [with people] . . . Along the plaza they stroll and chat the señors emitting great clouds of the noxious weed, the demoiselles flashing glances of Andalusian hue. They are of every rank and every class . . ." He also spent several pages describing Bogota. In Costa Rica he was impressed by San Jose, "it is not hyperbole to say that there are but few cities of the same size that display more animation or progressiveness we find in San Jose." He briefly discussed Punta Arenas before heading to Mexico where he spent a couple of pages on Mexico City and Cuernavaca, respectively, while also providing much detail on rail travel in the country. There are short passages on Jalapa, Orizaba and the last several pages are devoted to descriptions of Mayan ruins in the Yucatan peninsula. Also of note are the eight plates which include six original black and white photographs as well as a map of the Isthmus of Panama with the completed canal. The photos include a Cuban tobacco field, a view of the canal from the Gatun Dam, a giant Aztec calendar and ruins at Uxmal in the Yucatan. OCLC locates four copies over two entries; one has 17 plates, the other has 15. With ours a third variant, we imagine Long issued these books based on the number of photos or maps he had on hand. A rare travelogue documenting the sights and peoples of several Latin American countries and embellished with original photographs.…

LeatherBound. Etat : New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1912 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. Pages: 140 As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 140 Language: English.…

First edition of this early twentieth century travelogue of Caribbean islands and Latin American countries. Quarto, original blue cloth with gilt titles to the front panel, triple ruling stamped in blind to the front and rear panels, illustrated with a map, a chart, and mounted sepia toned gelatin silver prints. Presentation copy, lengthily inscribed by the author on the front free endpaper, "My dear Mark: I know you will find many familiar shots in this little volume, and I trust my description will receive your commendation. Best wishes from your friend, William S. Long Christmas, 1912." In very good condition. Five Thousand Miles Around the Southern Cross by William Simon Long is a richly produced travelogue chronicling the authorâs three-month journey through Cuba, Jamaica, Colombia, Costa Rica, Mexico, and the Yucatán, framed by the geopolitical optimism surrounding the opening of the Panama Canal. Intended to foster greater understanding among the nations of the Western Hemisphere, the book reflects Longâs belief that closer commercial and cultural ties between the Americas were both possible and desirable. With vivid, often lyrical descriptions, Long captures the landscapes, urban life, and social customs of each region, balancing tourist observation with historical background. His portrayals range from Havanaâs glittering boulevards and working-class neighborhoods to the animated markets of Montego Bay and the lively plazas of Barranquilla. In San Josà , he is struck by the cityâs modernity, while his time in Mexico includes detailed commentary on rail travel and a culminating focus on the ruins of ancient Yucatán.…

First edition of this early twentieth century travelogue of Canada and the western part of the United States of America. Quarto, original blue cloth with gilt titles to the front panel, triple ruling stamped in blind to the front and rear panels, illustrated with 14 mounted sepia toned gelatin silver prints. Presentation copy, lengthily inscribed by the author on the front free endpaper, "My dear Mark: Choo-choo! Choo-choo! Sting-a-ling! Sting-a-ling! All aboard! Sounds like business, eh? And your berth is all prepared for you with the select party now 'Doubling the North American Isle' with Your friend, W.S. Long. Xmas, 1913." In very good condition. Rare. Doubling the North American Isle by William Simon Long is a travel narrative that explores diverse regions of North America through a lens of cultural observation, historical reflection, and geographic curiosity. Published in the early 20th century, the book reflects Longâs continued interest in promoting continental unity and appreciation for the varied landscapes and peoples of North America. He combines first-hand impressions of places such as Nova Scotia, British Columbia, and the American Southwest with speculative commentary on ancient civilizations like Quibera, blending romanticized history with contemporary travel writing. Particularly notable is his descriptive account of the Grand Canyon, which exemplifies the bookâs focus on natural grandeur and national identity.…

Leather Bound. Etat : New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1912. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 140, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 140 140.…