The Father Christmas Letters by J R R Tolkien - 1978

The most informative, readable and reliable introduction to the history of the United States conveying the growth and dynamism of America. 920 pages with integrated text and illustration: 95 colour, 300 black and white and 60 maps and graphs. Book in near fine condition. Dust jacket in good+ condition with chip and tear top back, knocks to corners and some wear. This is a heavy book but no change to postage in Australia.

The author considerably expands the biographical background of Beatrix Potter's magic years, from early childhood to her marriage, during which the genius of the author-artist developed and flowered. 216 pages with colour and black and white illustrations and many drawings never reproduced before and a number of recently discovered photographs. Book and dust jacket in near fine condition with the only blemish - the jacket price clipped..

Examining over 140 fine examples the authors explore the rich diversity of style, format and function of Bible manuscripts. Whether commissioned by the mighty or created with selfless care, designed to shimmer on the alter or clasped in the hand - the full gambit is explored. 160 pages with over 140 colour examples. Book in as new condition. Dust jacket in near fine condition.

The Best Popular Fairy Stories Selected and Rendered Anew - a facsimile edition. 232 pages with 16 colour illustrations. Book in very good+ condition with previous owners signature and date on first blank page. Dust jacket in very good condition with some ? water damage, a small tear top corner, and some minor wear.

A definitive reference to the stars, the planets, and the Universe in seven sections: Exploring the Universe; The Solar System; The Sun; The Stars; The Universe; Star Maps; The Practical Astronomer. 288 pages with hundreds of colour photographs. Book in near fine condition. Dust jacket in very good condition with small tear top spine and front (see photo). This is a large book but no increase in postage in Australia.

The most informative, readable and reliable introduction to the history of the United States conveying the growth and dynamism of America. 920 pages with integrated text and illustration: 95 colour, 300 black and white and 60 maps and graphs. Book in near fine condition. Dust jacket in good+ condition with chip and tear top back, knocks to corners and some wear. This is a heavy book but no change to postage in Australia.

The author considerably expands the biographical background of Beatrix Potter's magic years, from early childhood to her marriage, during which the genius of the author-artist developed and flowered. 216 pages with colour and black and white illustrations and many drawings never reproduced before and a number of recently discovered photographs. Book and dust jacket in near fine condition with the only blemish - the jacket price clipped..

Examining over 140 fine examples the authors explore the rich diversity of style, format and function of Bible manuscripts. Whether commissioned by the mighty or created with selfless care, designed to shimmer on the alter or clasped in the hand - the full gambit is explored. 160 pages with over 140 colour examples. Book in as new condition. Dust jacket in near fine condition.

A definitive reference to the stars, the planets, and the Universe in seven sections: Exploring the Universe; The Solar System; The Sun; The Stars; The Universe; Star Maps; The Practical Astronomer. 288 pages with hundreds of colour photographs. Book in near fine condition. Dust jacket in very good condition with small tear top spine and front (see photo). This is a large book but no increase in postage in Australia.

A history of mechanical clocks tracing the development of spring and weight driven clocks and demonstrates with detailed illustrations how one clock type has evolved from another - includes all countries and discusses and compares developments and modifications taking place at the same time. 166 pages with illustrations on 75 pages. Book in as new condition, Dust jacket in very good+ condition with minor wear.