Edité par Forgotten Books, 2020
ISBN 10 : 1331622778 ISBN 13 : 9781331622772
Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book focuses on the history of the naming of Mount Rainier. The author provides evidence to support the claim that the mountain's current name, bestowed by George Vancouver in 1792, is the rightful one. The author argues that the name "Tacoma," which was popularized by the Northern Pacific Railroad in the late 19th century, is not a genuine Native American word and was invented by a writer. The book examines the various names that have been proposed for the mountain, and explores the political and cultural forces that have influenced the debate over its name. Ultimately, the book argues that the name "Rainier" is not only historically accurate but also embodies the mountain's unique place in the American landscape. 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 NP Seattle?: n.d. ca. 1917, 1917
Vendeur : Zubal-Books, Since 1961, Cleveland, OH, Etats-Unis
Etat : Good. *FREE DOMESTIC SHIPPING until Sept. 20** title continues: . Representing Numerous Citizens of the State of Washington in Favor of Retaining the Present Name. ; large octavo, 30, 11 (supplemental statement) pp, library hand stamp, pen note on cover of paper wrappers, a few pencil marks in margins; why the name should not be changed to Mount Tacoma, - If you are reading this, this item is actually (physically) in our stock and ready for shipment once ordered. We are not bookjackers. Buyer is responsible for any additional duties, taxes, or fees required by recipient's country.
Edité par Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10 : 1331622778 ISBN 13 : 9781331622772
Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Edité par Department of the Interior, Washington, DC, 1917
Vendeur : Willis Monie-Books, ABAA, Cooperstown, NY, Etats-Unis
Softcover. Etat : Very Good-. Slight creasing to outer corners. Covers have uneven browning. ; Original paper covers. ; 76 pages.
Edité par Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10 : 1331622778 ISBN 13 : 9781331622772
Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Edité par Nabu Press, 2010
ISBN 10 : 1171648499 ISBN 13 : 9781171648499
Vendeur : booksXpress, Bayonne, NJ, Etats-Unis
Soft Cover. Etat : new.
Date d'édition : 2023
Vendeur : True World of Books, Delhi, Inde
LeatherBound. Etat : New. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1917 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. 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: 77 Language: English.
Edité par Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10 : 0332116883 ISBN 13 : 9780332116884
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 : 0332116883 ISBN 13 : 9780332116884
Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
HRD. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Edité par NP Seattle?: n.d. ca. 1917, 1917
Vendeur : Zubal-Books, Since 1961, Cleveland, OH, Etats-Unis
Etat : Good. *FREE DOMESTIC SHIPPING until Sept. 20** title continues: . Representing Numerous Citizens of the State of Washington in Favor of Retaining the Present Name. ; large octavo, 30, 11 (supplemental statement) pp, library hand stamp, pen note on cover of paper wrappers, a few pencil marks in margins; why the name should not be changed to Mount Tacoma, - If you are reading this, this item is actually (physically) in our stock and ready for shipment once ordered. We are not bookjackers. Buyer is responsible for any additional duties, taxes, or fees required by recipient's country.