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Truncheons, Their Romance and Reality by Erland Fenn Clark - 1935

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Truncheons, Their Romance and Reality by Erland Fenn Clark - 1935

Truncheons, Their Romance and Reality

by Erland Fenn Clark

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London: Herbert Jenkins, 1935. First editiob. Hardback. Good/No Jacket. 538 8vo. With "over 100 plates illustrating more than 500 pieces", and with "a short sketch of Bow Street runners Townsend and the origin of the police". Condition notes: Boards bumped and worn, with white titles to spine rubbed. Some wear to extremities of spine. Binding sound, pages clean except for smudged one-page, plates all in good condition. Previous owner's name to front paste down and another to the page after the dedication page. A little bumping to the text block.
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  • Publisher Herbert Jenkins
  • Place of Publication London
  • Date Published 1935
  • Keywords History, Social History, Police Forces
  • Size 538 8vo

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The Land of Pluck
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The Land of Pluck

by Mary Mapes Dodge

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Albert Einstein, an almost complete collection of his publications and two original manuscripts,...
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Albert Einstein, an almost complete collection of his publications and two original manuscripts, Catalogue 278

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Hardcover. Near Fine. Interlibrum, Buchantiquariat, Vaduz, Liechtenstein, March 1979; 8vo, pp [126]; tipped in frontispiece being a coloured reproduction of a painting of Einstein by Hans Erni, the image reproduced on the front cover; 356 separate items are listed and there are numerous illustrations throughout, many of title pages but also of other material; the catalogue is a supplement to the Interlibrum series, Printing and the Progress of Man; price list loosely inserted; boards covered with very light cream simulated laid paper and the item in exceptionally good condition.
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Imperator Et Rex, William II. of Germany
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Imperator Et Rex, William II. of Germany: By the Author of The Martyrdom of an Empress

by Cunliffe-Owen, Marguerite

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This is an exceptionally maintained Book published in 1904. It is a Biography of William II, the Emperor of Germany. The Author, Marguerite Cunliffe-Owens, remained anonymous and did not include her name anywhere on this Book as she had done with several of her other Books. This Book has 282 pages and 16 illustrations. This Book also includes a signature by Emperor William dated 1903 under his photo in the frontispiece.
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Where the Souls of Men are Calling
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Where the Souls of Men are Calling

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This Book, written by early 20th Century Author, Credo Harris, is one of the first published about world War I. This Book is in Very Good condition for one that is now over 100 years old and would be a great Book for your shelf. The illustrated front cover and the illustration in the frontispiece say a lot about the subject of the Book. There are 298 pages of reading about America's participation in World War I and this story of romance.
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Adele Doring on a Ranch

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The Land of Pluck
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The Land of Pluck

by Mary Mapes Dodge

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Hardcover. Near Fine. Interlibrum, Buchantiquariat, Vaduz, Liechtenstein, March 1979; 8vo, pp [126]; tipped in frontispiece being a coloured reproduction of a painting of Einstein by Hans Erni, the image reproduced on the front cover; 356 separate items are listed and there are numerous illustrations throughout, many of title pages but also of other material; the catalogue is a supplement to the Interlibrum series, Printing and the Progress of Man; price list loosely inserted; boards covered with very light cream simulated laid paper and the item in exceptionally good condition.
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Imperator Et Rex, William II. of Germany
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Imperator Et Rex, William II. of Germany: By the Author of The Martyrdom of an Empress

by Cunliffe-Owen, Marguerite

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Where the Souls of Men are Calling
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Where the Souls of Men are Calling

by Harris, Credo

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Adele Doring on a Ranch

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Truncheons: Their Romance and Reality--Over 100 Plates Illustrating More than 500 Pieces, Special and Chief Constables' Staves, Tipstaves and Truncheons, Earliest Railway Truncheons, "Tythings," "Hundreds," "Leets," Ceremonial and Bludgeons. Riots: Wards: "Patroles": Portreeve

by Clark, Erland Fenn

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London: Herbert Jenkins, 1935. First edition. More than 100 plates illustrating more than 500 truncheons. 242pp. 8vo. Black cloth. VG. First edition. More than 100 plates illustrating more than 500 truncheons. 242pp. 8vo.
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Truncheons Their Romance and Reality. Special and chief constables,' staves, tipstaves and truncheons. Earliest railway truncheons, "Tythings," "Hundreds" "Leets," Ceremonial and Bludgeons. Riots: Wards: "Patroles": Portreeves.

by Erland Fenn Clark

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Lettering faded to spine otherwise an exceptional copy without names, book plates or other detractions in the original jacket.; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 242 pages; All shipments through USPS insured Priority Mail.
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Truncheons: Their Romance and Reality--Over 100 Plates Illustrating More than 500 Pieces, Special...
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Truncheons: Their Romance and Reality--Over 100 Plates Illustrating More than 500 Pieces, Special and Chief Constables' Staves, Tipstaves and Truncheons, Earliest Railway Truncheons, "Tythings," "Hundreds," "Leets," Ceremonial and Bludgeons. Riots: Wards: "Patroles": Portreeve

by Clark, Erland Fenn

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London: Herbert Jenkins Limited, 1935. First edition. Hardcover. Very Good/Very Good. First edition, 1935, hardcover with black cloth boards in dust jacket, octavo, 242pp., illustrated with b&w plates. Book VG with bunching to bottom front board, rubbing that affects white titling on spine, mild edgewear, binding tight, text clean bright and unmarked. DJ VG with edgewear that includes some tears and their related creases, general soil and rubbing, in protective mylar wrap.
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Truncheons: Their Romance and Reality

by CLARK,, Erland Fenn

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London: Herbert Jenkins, 1935. hardcover. very good. More than 100 plates illustrating more than 500 truncheons. 242pp., small 8vo, black 8vo; corners bumped, spine scuffed, lightly rubbed. London: Herbert Jenkins, 1935. Internally fine, a very good copy.<br/><br/>
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Truncheons: their Romance and Reality
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Truncheons: their Romance and Reality

by By Erland Fenn Clark

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London, England.: Herbert Jenkins Ltd, 1935. Hardcover. Very Good. Truncheons: their Romance and Reality By Erland Fenn Clark Published by Herbert Jenkins Ltd., London, 1935. Black cloth covers, custom dust jacket, size 22 x 14.5 cms., 242 pages, over 100 mono plates illustrating 500 truncheons. Rare reference work for collectors in this field. Very good condition. A01.1057
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Secret Splendor (Silhouette Classics, No 11)

Secret Splendor (Silhouette Classics, No 11)

by Claire, Erin St (Sandra Brown)

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Silhouette, 1992. Paperback. Very Good. Sandra Brown writing as Erin St. Claire, 253 pgs
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Bloody Sunrise
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Bloody Sunrise

by Spillane, Mickey

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1965 - First Edition stated - A Tiger Mann Mystery - "...for Tiger is told on his wedding day that he is needed for Operation Plato." - book: very good - tight, sound, and square - no previous owner markings - dj: vibrant colors with some rubbing to the black base and abstract sun - interesting black and white photo of Spillane on the back cover - a few chips repaired with archival tape - dj in protective mylar sleeve
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The Republic Of Plato: A New Version Founded On Basic English

by Richards, I.A

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1942 - noted on the copyright page as "A WARTIME BOOK This complete edition is produced in full compliance with the government's regulations for conserving paper and other essential materials" book: very good -tight, sound, and square, no previous owner marks - moderate edgewear plus rubbing to the boards - some toning from age - no dj - includes a vintage (pre - "The Google") Buccaneer Books Laguna Beach, CA out-of-print book search card
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Mars 1999 (INSCRIBED) (FIRST)
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1987 - 1st ed ("1" in number line) - INSCRIBED to include shark-faced rocket cartoon - "Exclusive Preview of the U.S. - Soviet Manned Mission - book: very good - pages show toning from age - dj: very good - some toning from age - dj in protective mylar sleeve
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John Wayne America: Why I Love Her

by Liebert, Billy and Mitchum, John

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1977 - collectable 1st edition ("1" present) Photographs and stories for each piece of music. Words and sheet music arranged for piano and guitar from John Wayne's best-selling record album... Sheet music for: Why I love Her The Hyphen My Roots Are Buried Here The People An American Boy Grows Up Face the Flag The Good Things The Pledge of Allegiance Why Are You Marching Son? Taps book: very good - tight, sound, and square - all pages are clean and unmarked - dj: very good - not price clipped - some tears/chipping at top of dj have been repaired with archival tape - some overall toning from age - dj wrapped in protective sleeve
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Cognac a Liquid History (INSCRIBED) (FIRST)
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Cognac a Liquid History (INSCRIBED) (FIRST)

by Calabrese, Salvatore

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2001 - 1st edition - INSCRIBED by author on the title page "To Anthony Salute 18 03 05" - prior owner inscription "With love for Michelle 26 Dec 2014" - "Seen through the eyes of Salvatore Calabrese, a renowned and respected cognac expert, this book is a personal and insightful perspective on the spirit that earned its image of virility and strength from Napoleon Bonaparte." - book; very good - filled with images - tight, sound, and square - all pages are clean and unmarked, no folded page corners, dj: not price clipped [Price in UK 25.00] - small dime size chip on the back upper left corner repaired with archival tape - slight amount of scuffing - dj in protective mylar sleeve
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Unreal Tournament Bradygames Official Strategy Guide
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Unreal Tournament Bradygames Official Strategy Guide

by Marcus, Phillip

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Bradbury & Evans, 2007. Covers PC-CD ROM/DVD ROM & Playstation 3 Computer Entertainment System 4to sized softcover; 271 heavy glossy pages with color illustrations throughout Brand new, but note some edgewear and blemish to top of back cover. Thanks for shopping with us. 100% of your purchase benefits charity and supports literacy and life-long learning.. Trade Paperback. New/No Jacket. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.
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More Than Forever

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2014. Book Four in the More Than Series 8vo size trade paperback; 369 pages Please note: This book has a Mature Readers Advisory. From back: "Lucy - There is love so fierce it cannot be measured... Cameron - Forever. Everlasting. Eternal. THere is no measure of time... But our forever isn't always." Creased back cover and last few pages, worn corners. Thanks for shopping with us. 100% of your purchase benefits charity and supports literacy and life-long learning.. Trade Paperback. Good/No Jacket. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Private Press.
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The Birth and Death of Meaning:  An Interdisciplinary Perspective on the Problem of Man
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The Birth and Death of Meaning: An Interdisciplinary Perspective on the Problem of Man

by Becker, Ernest

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New York: The Free Press, 1971. Second Edition. Contents include: The Man-Apes; The Origins of the Mind; The Distinctive Human; The Inner World; Socialization: the Creation of the Inner World; The New Meaning of the Oedipus Complex; Self-Esteem; Culture and Personality; Social Encounters: The Staging of Self-Esteem; Culture: the Relativity of Hero-Systems; What is Normal?; What Would A Science of Man Then Be?; Religion: The Quest for the Ideal Heroism. 228 pages. Edgewear; light wear to covers; worn corners and light creases on spine. Deeply creased spine opens flat at pages 60/61. Thanks for shopping with us! 100% of your purchase benefits charity and supports literacy and lifelong learning.. 2nd. Soft Cover. Good/No Jacket. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.
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A Million Miles from Boston
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A Million Miles from Boston

by Day, Karen

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2011. 8vo size hardcover with dust jacket; 215 pages. Signed by author on title page. Stated First Edition From jacket: "(Lucy) wants to get out of Boston and forget her worries about starting middle school and about her father's new girlfriend. Pierson Point is where she feels most like herself, and where memories of her mother, who died when Lucy was six, are strong and sacred. But this summer, nothing is the same. Ian, a boy from home in Boston, comes to Pierson Point...Lucy's father wants his girlfriend to become a bigger part of Lucy's life. Though Lucy struggles against change, she gradually realizes that sometimes, change is for the better. Average wear to jacket; bumped corners and head and heel of spine, owner's name on fep. Autographed Copy sticker on front of jacket; one previously folded page corner. Quotes are for illustrative purposes only and remain the property of their copyright holders. Thanks for shopping with us. 100% of your purchase benefits… Read More
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