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| to select author names starting with A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W Y Z back to page 1 of full catalog (starting with NO authornames) | This selection contains 1203 title(s) on 49 pages. This is page 1 with nrs. 1 to 25 |
| BS5 Sailing Can Be Simple London England, Souvenir Press, 1977. First Edition, Binding: Cloth, Very Good/Fair +. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall 0285622765 Hardback Couple of small tears to edge of D/J. Small piece of D/J missing. Written for the beginner, this very special book presupposes virtually no knowledge on the part of the reader. It sets out to give the newcomer to sailing all the guidance necessary to enable him to rig and sail his small craft safely and efficiently in sheltered waters and on short coastal passages, without confusing him with inessential technical terms, construction details, definitions and advanced techniques. Illustrated. 311 pp. . GBP 14.00 [Appr.: EURO 15.5 US$ 23.16 | JP¥ 1992] Book number: 038272 Click here to order or inquire at The London Bookworm. | ||
| AA AA Touring Atlas of Britain Great Britain, The Automobile Association. Binding: Decorative Illustrated Boards, Very Good. Folio - over 12" - 15" tall 0861451287 Hardback Hardback. Slight wear to top and bottom edge of spine and corners. Slight foxing to edge. No date. This book has been designed to help the motorist get the most out of travelling in Britain. A selection of the most interesting and enjoyable towns and villages qwhich appear on each map page are described on the facing page. Important attractions are included as part of this gazetter and mny entries are illustrated with colour photographs - vividly bringing the maps to life. Illustrated. Illustrated laminated boards. (We carry a wide selection of titles in The Arts, Theology, History, Politics, Social and Physical Sciences. academic and scholarly books and Modern First Editions etc.) . GBP 14.00 [Appr.: EURO 15.5 US$ 23.16 | JP¥ 1992] Book number: 050248 Click here to order or inquire at The London Bookworm. | ||
| AA More Short Walks to Country Pubs Great Britain, The Automobile Association, 1995. Reprint, Binding: Soft Cover, Very Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" Tall 0749512962 Paperback Paperback. 100 circular walks to 100 delightful pubs. Includes walks and pubs in Scotland and Wales. Illustrations. 192 pp. . GBP 4.00 [Appr.: EURO 4.5 US$ 6.62 | JP¥ 569] Book number: 050120 Click here to order or inquire at The London Bookworm. | ||
| ACTON, BRYAN; DUNCAN, PETER M. Making Wines Like Those You Buy Great Britain, The Amateur Winemaker, 1979. Reprint, Binding: Softcover, Good. 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall 0900841036 Paperback The authors tell you how to make at home, cheaply and from readily available ingredients, your own 'wines like those you buy', your own sherries, ports, vermouths, white, red and rose table wines, Sauternes, hocks, Moselles, Maderias and champagne, to say nothing of a whole galaxy of liquers and aperitifs. 145 pp. Illustrations. Couple of marks to back cover. . GBP 2.00 [Appr.: EURO 2.25 US$ 3.31 | JP¥ 285] Book number: 030547 Click here to order or inquire at The London Bookworm. | ||
| ACTON, BRYAN; DUNCAN, PETER M. Making Wines Like Those You Buy Great Britain, The Amateur Winemaker, 1978. Reprint, Binding: Softcover, Good. 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall 0900841036 Paperback The authors tell you how to make at home, cheaply and from readily available ingredients, your own 'wines like those you buy', your own sherries, ports, vermouths, white, red and rose table wines, Sauternes, hocks, Moselles, Maderias and champagne, to say nothing of a whole galaxy of liquers and aperitifs. 145 pp. Illustrations. Couple of marks to back cover. . GBP 2.00 [Appr.: EURO 2.25 US$ 3.31 | JP¥ 285] Book number: 061543 Click here to order or inquire at The London Bookworm. | ||
| HUNTER ADAIR Shooting and the Countryside Great Britain, Oriel Press, 1984. 1st Paperback Edition, Binding: Soft Cover, Very Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall 0853622159 Paperback Paperback. A practical guide for shooters, both experienced and beginners. it also emphasises the role of shooting and game conservation in preservation of species and the countryside. Subjects include: Guns and Gunmakers, Keepering. Game Birds, Beating and Walking. Training Gundogs. Relations With farmers and Respect For the Countryside. Illustrated. 151 pp. (We carry a wide selection of titles in The Arts, Theology, History, Politics, Social and Physical Sciences. academic and scholarly books and Modern First Editions etc.) . GBP 5.00 [Appr.: EURO 5.5 US$ 8.27 | JP¥ 711] Book number: 072530 Click here to order or inquire at The London Bookworm. | ||
| ROBERT ADAM The World's Most Powerful Rifles & Handguns London England, New Burlington Books, 1991. First Edition, Binding: Cloth, Very Good/Very Good. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall 1853483281 Harback Hardback. Message to previous owner to inside cover. Revolvers, self-loading pistols, single-shot handguns, sporting and military rifles - detailed coverage of the hottest properties in the firearms world. Explanatory charts and diagrams, as well as over 170 full colour pictures. Comprehensive glossary, listing abbreviations and useful technical terms. Illustrated. 128 pp. ( We carry a wide selection of titles in The Arts, Theology, History, Politics, Social and Physical Sciences. academic and scholarly books and Modern First Editions etc.) . GBP 15.00 [Appr.: EURO 16.5 US$ 24.81 | JP¥ 2134] Book number: 063612 Click here to order or inquire at The London Bookworm. | ||
| JOHN ADAMS & PATRICK WHITEHOUSE British Rail Scrapbook, 1948 London England, Ian Allan, 1976. First Edition, Binding: Decorative Illustrated Boards, Very Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall 0711006938 Hardback Hardback. Illustrated. Illustrated laminated boards. 64 pp. . GBP 10.00 [Appr.: EURO 11 US$ 16.54 | JP¥ 1423] Book number: 061660 Click here to order or inquire at The London Bookworm. | ||
| ADAMS, PETER Successful Bonsai Growing London, U.S.A., Ward Lock Ltd, 1982. Reprint, Binding: Soft Cover, Very Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" Tall 0706353765 Paperback Paperback. A basic, introductory guide to the cultivation of the popular Japanese Bonsai. Illustrated. 102 pp. . GBP 5.00 [Appr.: EURO 5.5 US$ 8.27 | JP¥ 711] Book number: 050126 Click here to order or inquire at The London Bookworm. | ||
| ADAMS, PETER Successful Bonsai Growing London, U.S.A., Ward Lock Ltd, 1992. Reprint, Binding: Soft Cover, Very Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall 0706370406 Paperback A basic, introductory guide to the cultivation of the popular Japanese Bonsai. First. Softback. Book- VG. 10x7. 96pp. Colour photos throughout. . GBP 5.00 [Appr.: EURO 5.5 US$ 8.27 | JP¥ 711] Book number: 042548 Click here to order or inquire at The London Bookworm. | ||
| KRISTINA AGATE Easy to Make Dough Crafts. Over 25 Delightful Gift Ideas London England, Anaya Publishers, Limited, 1994. First Edition, Binding: Decorative Illustrated Boards, Very Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall 1854700782 Hardback Hardback. Dough craft is an easy, inexpensive hobby which both children and adults will find satisfying and fun. This book is an excellent introduction to this modelling craft, with over 25 charming designs suitable for all ages and abilities. with clear, easy to follow instructions and colour photography and illustrations, this is a lovely book to use and own. Projects include: Door plates. Candle holder. Easter bunnies. Door for keys. Necklace. Illustrated. Illustrated laminated boards.80 pp. . GBP 7.50 [Appr.: EURO 8.25 US$ 12.41 | JP¥ 1067] Book number: 055139 Click here to order or inquire at The London Bookworm. | ||
| KRISTINA AGATE Easy to Make Dough Crafts. Over 25 Delightful Gift Ideas London England, Anaya Publishers, Limited, 1994. First Edition, Binding: Decorative Boards, Very Good/Fine. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall 1854700782 Hardback Dough craft is an easy, inexpensive hobby which both children and adults will find satisfying and fun. This book is an excellent introduction to this modelling craft, with over 25 charming designs suitable for all ages and abilities. with clear, easy to follow instructions and colour photography and illustrations, this is a lovely book to use and own. Projects include: Door plates. Candle holder. Easter bunnies. Door for keys. Necklace. Illustrated. Illustrated laminated boards. . GBP 5.00 [Appr.: EURO 5.5 US$ 8.27 | JP¥ 711] Book number: 022144 Click here to order or inquire at The London Bookworm. | ||
| CAROLINE AKRILL Showing the Ridden Pony London, United Kingdom, J.A.Allen & Co Ltd, 1981. First Edition, Binding: Decorative Illustrated Boards, Elaine Roberts Very Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall 0851313590 Hardback Hardback. This is the only book specifically written for the adult producer of ridden ponies for the show ring. It is fully comprehensive, common-sense guide to the purchase, conditioning, training, presentation and exhibition of the riding pony and the working hunter pony. It gives the essential minutae of detail necessary for success, is of interest to amateur and professional alike and could be a useful guide to potential judges. Illustrated. Illustrated laminated boards. 133 pp. . GBP 7.50 [Appr.: EURO 8.25 US$ 12.41 | JP¥ 1067] Book number: 053365 Click here to order or inquire at The London Bookworm. | ||
| ALLEN, MICHAEL British Family Cars of the Fifties Great Britain/USA, Haynes Publishing, 1988. Reprint, Binding: Boards, Very Good/Fine/Fine. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall 0854294716 Hardback For many readers this book will revive memories of a first car and the freedom it brought. The reproduced sales brochures and advertisements will bring to mind days when 'Made in Britain' was a tag to be proud of. Today there is a great groundswell of interest in these humble family cars, all of which are now at least 25 years old., This book provides the background to individual models, together with specifications and performance data, and gives guidance on the choice and purchase of a 'fifties family car in today's market. Illustrated. 188 pp. Small crease to corner bottom of front board. . GBP 14.00 [Appr.: EURO 15.5 US$ 23.16 | JP¥ 1992] Book number: 036007 Click here to order or inquire at The London Bookworm. | ||
| EDITED BY DAVID RAYVERN ALLEN The Essential Arlott on Cricket. Forty Years of Classic Writing on the Game. London England, Fontana, 1991. 1st Fontana Edition, Binding: Soft Cover, Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" Tall 0006376789 Paperback Some small creases to cover. 'John Arlott's credentials as a cricket communicator reigned supreme over forty years. His ouput is unparalleled both as a prolific, highly gifted writer and distinguished broadcaster. Through his rich prose and sadly missed commentaries he emerges as witty humorist, raconteur and historian. The author has culled extracts from a vast range of Arlott's work to portray four decades of classic cricket writing. Over 300 pages of essential reading for a legion of devoted Arlott admirers'. (Sunday Independent). 320 pp. . GBP 3.95 [Appr.: EURO 4.5 US$ 6.53 | JP¥ 562] Book number: 044970 Click here to order or inquire at The London Bookworm. | ||
| EDITED BY DAVID RAYVERN ALLEN The Field Book of Cricket. From 1853 to the Present London England, Pelham Books, 1991. First Edition, Binding: Cloth, Fine/Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall 0720718953 Hardback Culled from issues of The Field, which was launched a decade before Wisden Cricketers' Almanack, this book focuses on one of the many interest of the country gentlemen who were its first readers. Cricket's history, famous players and great matches are recorded along with the memories, thoughts and opinions of the spectators, participants and commentators involved in the sport at whatever level - Test, county, school or club. Illustrated. Some shelf wear to top edge of D/J. Small scratch to spine of D/J. . GBP 12.50 [Appr.: EURO 13.75 US$ 20.68 | JP¥ 1779] Book number: 018459 Click here to order or inquire at The London Bookworm. | ||
| JANET ALLEN AND JOHN HOLDEN The Home Artist. A Complete Teach-Yourself Guide to Drawing, Watercoloues and Oils. London England, Marshall Cavendish, 1979. First Edition, Binding: Cloth, Very Good/Fair. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall 0856856991 Hardback Hardback. Wear to edges and corners of D/J. Many people would love to learn how to draw and paint, but don't know where to begin. This book is a unique introduction to the three major areas of the visual arts - drawing, watercolours and oils. Written by trained artists in a lively, teach-yourself format the book is not only ideal for someone attempting a picture for the first time, but also for those who have begun to experiement alread, and wish to develop further. Each medium is fully discussed in all its aspects, including advice on choosing specialist materials, handling colour, composing a picture and improving observation. Illustrated. 384 pp.(The Manchester Guardian). Illustrations. 159 pp. (We carry a wide selection of titles in The Arts, Theology, History, Politics, Social and Physical Sciences. academic and scholarly books and Modern First Editions etc.) . GBP 15.00 [Appr.: EURO 16.5 US$ 24.81 | JP¥ 2134] Book number: 052803 Click here to order or inquire at The London Bookworm. | ||
| PETER ALLISS & PAUL TREVILLION Easier Golf London England, Stanley Paul, 1982. Reprint, Binding: Soft Cover, Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall 0090959418 Paperback Paperback. Previous owners name and date to inside cover. Small mark to inside cover. Couple of slight creases to back cover. In this lively, easy to read, instructional book, superbly illustrated with detailed drawings by Paul Trevillion, one of the world's leading artists on golf, Alliss takes you through every club in the bag, from tee to green, out on to the practice ground and back into your own livigng room. He is talking to every class of golfer with a view to adding that vital something extra to his game. This book is packed full of that priceless commodity- sound, helpful advice - coupled with a simple and effective teaching method which every golfer can explore without his mind being filled by complicated techniques. Alliss insists that golf is a simple game; there is no need or reason to make it difficult - and if you stick to the principles in this book, it never will be. Illustrations. 142 pp. (We carry a wide selection of titles in The Arts, Theology, History, Politics, Social and Physical Sciences. academic and scholarly books and Modern First Editions etc.) . GBP 3.50 [Appr.: EURO 4 US$ 5.79 | JP¥ 498] Book number: 069316 Click here to order or inquire at The London Bookworm. | ||
| EDITED BY PETER ALLISS Golf - A Way of Life. An Illustrated History of Golf London England, Cresset, 1989. 1st Cresset Edition, Binding: Decorative Illustrated Boards, Very Good/Very Good. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall 0712629238 Hardback Hardback. This book traces through words and pictures the development of the game and captures the unique character of a game that has fascinated and frustrated players at every level for several hundred years. Illustrated. Illustrated laminated boards. 192 pp. . GBP 20.00 [Appr.: EURO 22 US$ 33.08 | JP¥ 2846] Book number: 058631 Click here to order or inquire at The London Bookworm. | ||
| PETER ALLISS Yet More Bedside Golf London England, Collins, 1985. First Edition, Binding: Decorative Illustrated Boards, S. McMurtry Very Good. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall 0002172593 Hardback In this new volume his chief concern is to establish whether the game of golf has really changed since the days of the hickory shaft and the earthen closet. The conclusions reached will both provoke and entertain - as well as send shivers down one or two psines. This book is essential reading for all millionaire caddies, procrastinating secretaries, unsmiling professionals, whooping spectactors, dogs, and club players of every known sex. Illustrated. Illustrated laminated boards. 88 pp. . GBP 5.00 [Appr.: EURO 5.5 US$ 8.27 | JP¥ 711] Book number: 041325 Click here to order or inquire at The London Bookworm. | ||
| GEOFF AMOS The Flower Garden. (Gardening Time) London, United Kingdom, Boxtree Ltd, 1988. First Edition, Binding: Decorative Illustrated Boards, Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall 1852832282 Hardback Message to previous owner to inside cover. Guidance on soil types. Guidance on how to grow from seed, cuttings, bulbs and corms. Details on planting times. A list of flowering plants by category. Details on how to grow flowers with and without a greenhouse. Illustrated throughout with colour photographs and explanatory drawings. Line drawings by Mei Lim. Illustrated. Illustrated laminated boards. 93 pp. . GBP 5.00 [Appr.: EURO 5.5 US$ 8.27 | JP¥ 711] Book number: 046270 Click here to order or inquire at The London Bookworm. | ||
| ALAN ANDERSON The Complete Book of the Car. The Definitive Illustrated Guide to the World's Favourite Automobiles Great Britain, Ted Smart, 1997. First Edition, Binding: Boards, Very Good/Fine/Very Good. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall 1856132498 Hardback The Complete Book of the Car is a celebration of every aspect of the car, from its humble beginnings on Henry Ford's drawing board to the high-tech computer screens in the design offices of the McLaren racing team. It covers everything from the charm and character of the Mini to the massive horsepower of the Dodge Viper supercar, from the dropdead beauty of the E-Type Jaguar to the pragmatic, ergonomic ugliness of the Citroen 2CV. Lavishily illustrated with dramatic full-colour photographs, this book is the perfect read for both the oil-covered enthusiast and the Sunday driver. Illustrated. Illustrated laminated boards. Small closed tear on D/J. . GBP 12.00 [Appr.: EURO 13.25 US$ 19.85 | JP¥ 1707] Book number: 013031 Click here to order or inquire at The London Bookworm. | ||
| DORIS ANDERSON Encyclopedia of Games , New York: Pyramid, 1968. First Edition, Binding: Softcover, Good. 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" Tall Paperback Good. 1st Pyramid Edition. Paperback. 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall. For the entire family. 686 games, stunts and pastimes for parties, children, icebreakers, winter and summer, indoors and outdoors, tra velling. Couple of small creases on front cover.(We carry a wide selection of titles in The Arts, Theology, History, Politics, Social and Physical Sciences. academic and scholarly books and Modern First Editions etc.) . GBP 4.00 [Appr.: EURO 4.5 US$ 6.62 | JP¥ 569] Book number: 013063 Click here to order or inquire at The London Bookworm. | ||
| E. B. ANDERSON The Small Rock Garden. Illustrated (Pan Piper 'Small Garden' Series) London England, Pan, 1965. 1st Paperback Edition, Binding: Softcover, Good. 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall Paperback SOFTCOVER. Choosing the stones and building a rock garden - the splendid variety of plants available and how to make your choice - planting - the pleasures to be earned. The author of this excellent handbook writes with ease and good humour about the treasures he loves so much. He seeks in particular to guide the beginner, and not the least valuable is his advice on plants that should be avoided until the gardeners has gained experience. Illustrated. 144 pp. Plant name and page number in pen to inside front cover. Tiny crease to corner front cover. . GBP 4.00 [Appr.: EURO 4.5 US$ 6.62 | JP¥ 569] Book number: 030107 Click here to order or inquire at The London Bookworm. | ||
| SAM ANDRE AND NAT FLEISCHER A Pictorial History of Boxing. A Panorama of Every Division: Heavyweight to Flyweight. Including All Great Championship Fights From the Day Of Bare Knuckles to the Present. Illustrated With Hundreds of Rare Photographs and Other Illustrations Great Britain, Hamlyn, 1978. Revised, Binding: Cloth, Very Good/Poor. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall 0600313867 Hardback The most complete pictorial history of boxing ever published. In the lively text and captions, Nat Fleischer, known the world over as 'Mr Boxing', and Sam Andre, photographer and sports editor, tell the story of boxing from the day Jim Figg was acclaimed first champion of England in 1713 right down to the modern championships of the world boxing ring. Illustrated with hundreds of rare photographs and other illustrations. Revised and brought up to date by Sam Andre and Nat Loubet, Editor of The Ring Magazine. Very slight foxing to end pages. Wear and tear and repair to D/J. . GBP 17.50 [Appr.: EURO 19.25 US$ 28.95 | JP¥ 2490] Book number: 023316 Click here to order or inquire at The London Bookworm. |
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