Edité par Forgotten Books, 2020
ISBN 10 : 0243490607 ISBN 13 : 9780243490608
Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores the life and disappearance of inventor Max Schmidt, inventor of the first airplane and a mysterious figure in aviation history. Max Schmidts early life was shrouded in mystery, with murky origins in New York City. His inventive mind led him to create several inventions and patents, but his ultimate claim to fame was his innovative flying machine creation, the first airplane, in the Bavarian wilderness. Despite his success, Max Schmidt vanished mysteriously in 1920 while hovering over London, with only fragments of his aircraft recovered. This book delves into the enigmatic circumstances surrounding his disappearance and explores the ideas and passions that drove Max Schmidt's life and work, shedding light on the enduring legacy and impact he left on the world of aviation. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.
Edité par Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10 : 0243490607 ISBN 13 : 9780243490608
Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Edité par Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10 : 0243490607 ISBN 13 : 9780243490608
Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Edité par Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10 : 0666998663 ISBN 13 : 9780666998668
Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
HRD. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Edité par Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10 : 0666998663 ISBN 13 : 9780666998668
Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
HRD. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Daily Mail for The Union Jack Club London nd c 1907. Illustrated papered covers, illustrations, plates, adverts, 116pp. Tear bottom front panel, o/w good. Australian Tax on Low Value Imported Goods (LVIG) exempt.
Date d'édition : 2024
Vendeur : Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, Inde
Leather Bound. Etat : New. Language: English. This book is available in 5 different Leather color without any extra cost. Explore More Options by Clicking on 'More Images' and Notify Us of Your Choice via Email within 24 hours of placing the order. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" 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 1908. 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: : - 197, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. 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. 197.
Edité par Published by The Daily Mail for the Union Jack Club. London, 1908
Vendeur : Patrick Pollak Rare Books ABA ILAB, SOUTH BRENT, DEVON, Royaume-Uni
pp. VIII, 116, IX-XXVIII. Tinted frontispiece, plates [some in colour]. Decorated paper wrappers, edges yapped, the lower edges slightly nicked, spine ends very slightly torn, with a pp.4 pamphlet - 'An Empire Day Resolution for British Soldiers & Sailors' - loosely added, a very good copy. *Published as a fund-raiser for the Building Extension Fund [a tear-off slip is inserted]``. Contributions from CONAN DOYLE, MARIE CORELLI, RUDYARD KIPLING, EDGAR WALLACE, and others.
Edité par Published By The Daily Mail For The Union Jack Club [1907], London, 1907
Vendeur : Raptis Rare Books, Palm Beach, FL, Etats-Unis
Edition originale
First edition of The Flag: The Book of the Union Jack Club with contributions by Rudyard Kipling, Arthur Conan Doyle, Marie Corelli and many others. Quarto, original illustrated wrappers, illustrated. In near fine condition. The Union Jack Club is an Armed Forces Club in central London, England, for enlisted members and veterans of the British Armed Services and their families. George V, while the Prince of Wales, laid the club's foundation stone in July 1904. It was officially opened three years later, in July 1907, by King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra. The Flag: The Book of the Union Jack Club contains contributions by members Rudyard Kipling, Arthur Conan Doyle, Marie Corelli, and George Meredith with an introductory extract from the speech of King Edward VII at the opening of of the Union Jack Club, July 1, 1907.