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B.B.C. , 1995 . True . Hardback in Dust Wrapper (DJ). . . . N O T E S : [A self-contained community of 260 men and women make up the crew of "HMS Brilliant" on a tour of duty enforcing the UN arms embargo on the countries of the former Yugoslavia. Also on board is the author, who spent ten weeks observing the crew and gaining insight into life on a modern warship. Illustrated with B&W photographs. Out of Print. 224pp. Index. Size: 8vo Medium (8" x 5½" approx.)] C O N D I T... more information

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Kenneth Mason , 1984 . True . Hardback in Dust Wrapper (DJ). . . . B I N D I N G : Black boards with Gilt titling to the Spine. 8¾" x 5½". 208pp. Index. Bibliography. N O T E S: Introduction by Duke of Edinburgh. [From the flap: “Naval shore stations traditionally are given ships’ names. That of the Royal Naval Engineering College at Manadon, Plymouth is H.M.S. Thunderer — hence this book’s title. The history of the College and its predecessor, Keyham, trac... more information

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Syngress , 2001 . True . Paperback . . . N O T E S : [This text is written for application developers and webmasters who write programs that are used on web sites. It covers Java applications, XML, ColdFusion, and other database applications. It aims to show programmers how to design tight code to deter hackers from the word go. 586pp. Index.] C O N D I T I O N : Near Fine. Very slightly creased at top edge toward head of spine. Internally bright and clean and CD seal unbroken. ... more information

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WH Allen , 1985 . True . Hardback in Dust Wrapper (DJ). . . . N O T E S : [Stuart Townsend, head of a pioneering genetic research team, has discovered a way to halt the ageing process. Hundreds of VIPs - heads of state, politicians, businessmen - have received the treatment that will give them prolonged youtuh and increased vigour and mentail agility. But the something goes terribly wrong… First British Edition.] C O N D I T I O N : Very Good - in Very Good DJ. Pages heavily age-tanned. ... more information

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Antler Books , 1985 . True . Hardback in Dust Wrapper (DJ). . . . N O T E S : [Expert knowledge of habits and species of fish, catching them, recording the catch and chapters on the best waters in Britain. Illustrated throughout with colour and black and white photographs and diagrams.] C O N D I T I O N : Very Good - in Good DJ. Edges of DJ somewhat ruffled, several small nicks and tears. ... more information

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Arthur Baker , 1984 . . Hardback in Dust Wrapper (DJ). . . . B I N D I N G : 9¼" x 8¼". 96pp. N O T E S: [With the help of a leading beauty photographer, Harold Leighton has perfected a marvellous explanatory technique for a range of flattering, fashionable haircuts-a series of step-by-step photographs with easy-to-follow instructions which show how you and your family can get the professional look at home in between or instead of visits to the salon. Jacket design by Grant Brad... more information

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Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons , 1948 . . Hardback in Dust Wrapper (DJ). . . . B I N D I N G : Burnt Orange boards with Green titling to the Spine & Upper Board. 8¾" x 5¾". 217pp. Index. N O T E S: Edited by The Hairdressers' Registration Council of London. [Contents: I Gentlemen’s Hairdressing; II Boardwork, Or Postiche; III Ladies’ Haircutting; IV Marcel Waving; V Water Waving; VI Electricity In The Beauty Parlour; VII Permanent Waving; VIII Hair Bleaching And T... more information

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Ian Allan , 1990 . True . Hardback (Laminated Boards) . . . B I N D I N G : 11¾" x 8½". 80pp. N O T E S: [Contents: 1941: Into Service; 1942: The Slow Build-up; 1943: Expansion and Attrition; The Nightly Hazard; 1944: The Peak Year; Coastal Commitment; Airborne Operations; Halifax Nose Art; 1945: Re-equipment and Disbandment; Post-war Phase-out; Technical Treatise; Basic Data; Variants; Production and Disposal 1939-52; Bomber Command Halifax Sortie Statistics;] C O N D I T I O N ... more information

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Deans , 1985 . . Hardback . . . B I N D I N G : Pictorial boards. 12" x 8½". N O T E S: [12pp. Size: 4to Medium (11½" x 9" approx.)] C O N D I T I O N : Very Good. Lower board a little scuffed otherwise a very well presented copy. The film viewer looks well used. ... more information

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Ted Smart , 1992 . . Hardback in Dust Wrapper (DJ). . . Gillie Newman . B I N D I N G : 12" x 8¾". Index. N O T E S: Illustrated by Gillie Newman. [A wealth of Indian recipes, including dishes for vegetarians, meat and fish eaters, with traditional breads, rices and relishes. Each recipe illustrated and calorie-counted. Contents: Soups, Starters & Snacks; Fish & Seafood Dishes; Meat Dishes; Poultry Dishes; Vegetable & Pulse Dishes; Rices & Breads; Salads, Pickles & E... more information

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B.C.A. , 1996 . . Hardback in Dust Wrapper (DJ). . . . B I N D I N G : Pictorial boards. 11¼" x 9¾". 256pp. Index. N O T E S: [The Essential Guide in Home Maintenance, Decorating and Soft Furnishing. From the introduction: “Whether you are a complete novice or a more experienced handyperson intent on more ambitious decorative effects, this book will serve to excite your interest, and to bring new tasks within your scope. Sections of the book range from using colour and patt... more information

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B.C.A. , 1996 . . Hardback in Dust Wrapper (DJ). . . . B I N D I N G : Pictorial boards. 11¼" x 9¾". 256pp. Index. N O T E S: [From the flap: “The Essential Guide in Home Maintenance, Decorating and Soft Furnishing. From the introduction: “Whether you are a complete novice or a more experienced handyperson intent on more ambitious decorative effects, this book will serve to excite your interest, and to bring new tasks within your scope. Sections of the book range from ... more information

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Octopus , 1999 . . Hardback in Dust Wrapper (DJ). . . . B I N D I N G : Purple boards with White titling to the Spine. 12" x 9". 191pp. Index. N O T E S: [First in this, updated, edition. From the flap: “From casting runes to crystal gazing, from the I-ching of the east to the astrology of the west, the Hamlyn encyclopaedia of fortune-telling provides a comprehensive introduction to l6 prediction and divination techniques including tarot, cartomancy, scrying, palmistry, numerology and t... more information

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Hamlyn , 1996 . . Hardback in Dust Wrapper (DJ). . . . N O T E S : [UK. Reference book covers every aspect of aviation: the early days of flight, the use of aircraft in war,the development of commercial air travel, and the invention and use of helicopters.] C O N D I T I O N : Very Good - in Very Good DJ. DJ slightly ruffled along edges. Text bright and tight. ... more information

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Hamlyn , 1974 . True . Hardback in Dust Wrapper (DJ). . . . N O T E S : [Size: 4to Crown (9¾" x 7½")] C O N D I T I O N : Very Good - in Good DJ. DJ slightly ruffled along edges. Price Clipped. Small tape offset to ffep. Internally bright and clean. ... more information

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B.C.A. , 1991 . . Hardback in Dust Wrapper (DJ). . . . N O T E S : [Size: 4to Medium (11½" x 9" approx.)] C O N D I T I O N : Very Good - in Good DJ. DJ a little ruffled at head and tail with small tears to the top and bottom edges. Internally bright and clean. ... more information

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Barry Shurlock , 1973 . . Hardback in Dust Wrapper (DJ). . . . B I N D I N G : 8" x 5½". 315pp. Index. N O T E S: [Describes nature as he saw it more than 70 years before publication [1903 First Edition] of this re-issued edition. In the easy-going style of those times he writes of a cuckoo in a robin’s nest, a woodpecker’s ‘drumming tree’, hornets, the light of a dead glow-worm, insect music, a pike and a swift, stag beetles all these and many other country subject... more information

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W & R Chambers , Undated . . Hardback in Dust Wrapper (DJ). . . . N O T E S : [A travel guide to the towns, villages and events in the county of Hampshire, the Isle of Wight and the Channel Islands. Illustrated with B&W photographs. 127pp. Advertisements. Maps. Size: 8vo Crown (7½" x 5") Dust wrapper in protective, removable sleeve.] C O N D I T I O N : Very Good - in Good DJ. Edges of DJ somewhat worn / ruffled with several creases, nicks and chips. Pages tight and well presen... more information

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Atlantic , 2005 . . Hardback in Dust Wrapper (DJ). . . . B I N D I N G : 7¼" x 5¼". 167pp. N O T E S: [The Seven Modern Sins Of Christmas Round-Robin Letters. Contents: The Peccadillo of Proud Parenthood; The Sin of Smug Self-Satisfaction; The Iniquity of Intemperate Information; The Melancholy Mawkishness of Misery; the Wickedness of Whimsy; The Sophistry of Sanctimony; The Vice of Vituperation;] C O N D I T I O N : Near Fine - in Near Fine DJ. ... more information

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Faber & Faber , 1933 . True . Hardback . . . B I N D I N G : Blue boards with Gilt titling to the Spine. 8¾" x 5½". 268pp. Index. N O T E S: [A Practical Treatise Of The Science Of Hand Reading Dealing In Detrail With Its Psychological, Sexual, Superstitious And Medical Aspects. Illustrated with line drawings.] C O N D I T I O N : Poor. A reading copy, just. A generally shabby copy but text complete and acceptable. Heavily faded at the spine. Somewhat shaken with the hinges s... more information

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