95 Results: New & Used in Nonfiction Books in Templestowe Lower 3107, VIC (Page 4 of 4)

Fred Pearce, "Acid Rain", a Penguin Special, ia study of the effects of acid rain on Europe. This is a first publication (1987). 162 p. Includes Notes and Index. In excellent condition.

"Impressionism", a Heron Book, London, 1969, is a volume in the series "History of Art". It has 207 pages, colour reproductions, biographies of the artists, a bibliography and evidence and documents notes including museums where housed. Very informative and comprehensive. In excellent condition (except for some scuffing on the bottom left front cover (which could be disguised by matching burgundy texta).

"Growing Native Plants" was published in 1971 by Canberra Botanic Gardens. The booklet has 23 illustrated pages and an index of plant names. Tells you exactly what to do with the twenty types featured.

This beautiful book about Canada was commissioned by the Canadian Government as an official gift to the Queen and Commonwealth leaders, a limited edition published 1973. Quality parchment pages and magnificent photograpy make it a pleasure to handle. In excellent condition. Measures 30 x 25 cm.

"Canada: a Celebration", by Robert Fulford with magnificent photography by John de Visser. 240 pages, published 1983. Follows the route of a traveler crossing the country from East to West, describing the provinces and territories along the way. In excelllent as new condition. A "coffee table" volume measuring 30 x 25 cm.

Erich von Daniken, "Erinnerungen an die Zukunft: ungeloste Ratsel der Vergangenheit", 1967. 254 p. In German, includes a bibliography and index.

Colin Simpson, "The New Australia", Angus & Robertson, 1971. 605 p., illustrated. Describes the continent in detail, State by State. An excellent record of the country as seen by this well know and much travelled author. A "must have" in every Australian home. The rather raggedy edged dust jacket hides a hard-cover volume in pristine condition.

Everything you could think of to help you take the greatest shots. Books include: A Kodak manual on making good pictures; Edward Palder's "Magic with Photography", "Flash Photography by R. Heath; "Photography Using Only Available Light" by S. Fox; "Photographer's Handbook" (Time Life Books). That is 5 books. Let's say $5 each, or $20 for the lot.

Friedrich Torber, "Die Erben der Tante Jolesch", a 1982 German paperback of anecdotal commentary on European and New York early 20th C society.

"Yellowstone: a century of the wilderness idea", by Ann and Myron Sutton, 1972. 219 pages of the most fabulous photograhs and informative text. If you have been there you should buy this book as the souvenir that was too heavy to bring back in your luggage. Some random pages pictured here. In perfect condition.

Jane Asher's "Fancy Dress" (1983) contains 142 colourfully illustrated pages of fancy dress items with instructions on making them yourself. Well worth having to give you some ideas for your next fancy dress event. Saves hiring a costume.

This is a wonderful book about beautiful old Yorkshire. After reading this and seeing the photos you'll want to go there to see it for yourself. It's James Herriot's country and he describes it in a very readable way with an obvious love of the history and landscape. There's also a chapter on Captain Cook's connection to this land. Photography by Derry Brabbs. 223 pages, colour photos throughout.

By Rosemary Verey, "The Scented Garden" (1981) is all about roses, annuals, biennials, perennials, bulbs, corms, tubers, herbs, trees, shrubs and fragrant exotic plants. Has lots of informative text and plenty of photos and illustrations to get you going in your own garden. Tells you when and where to plant. Has an appendix of botanical names. 167 pages.

"Australia's America the Majestic Pictorial Cookbook: with spectacular and easy to prepare recipes from all major areas". This magnificent book contains more than great recipes. It also abounds with beautiful colour photos of American scenery. There is a gorgeous pavlova in the California section (thought the pav was an Aussie invention!). Anyhow, this book would thrill any mother on Mothers Day. 319 pages of sheer perfection.

"Edwardian Album: a photographic excursion into a lost age of innocence", by Nicolas Bentley. Spere Books, London, 1974. 223 p., copiously illustrated. This provides a fascing glimpse into the Edwardian era. A must for anybody interested in photography, drama, period costume, fashion, history and many other areas. In excellent condition. Would make a nice gift.

Mitsubishi Magna 1985 - 1991 Magna Series TM, TN & TP. This is a repair manual by Eric Godfrey and John H Haynes. In very good condition and invaluable if that's your project.

This 1931 London publication by L.S.Suggate, entitled "Australia and New Zealand with Pacific Islands and Antarctica - with many illustrations, maps and diagrams", has 439 pages, including an excellent index. Makes a fascinating read, enabling an interesting comparison with the situation today. The cover is a bit tired looking, but the content is in very good condition. Some random pages pictured here.

Early 20th Century German artist Hans Meid's works, Koenigsberg, Kanter- Buecher, 1944. 60 black/white illustrations. Pocket size, German text. Early 20th Century French artist Ingres' works, same publisher, 1944. 60 B/W illustrations. Pocket size, German text. These rare little books are in very nice condition except for the covers, which are blotched due to age. $20 each. Pictured: 3 double spreads from each respectively.

Herbert Tichy, "Menschenwege-Goetterberge: Bilder meiner Reisen", Vienna, Wollzeilen Verlag, 1960. 106 p. Priceless account of Tichy's travels through Asia, Alaska and Kenya. Illustrated with 90 photographs, 19 in colour and 3 maps. Text is in German, but even for the non-German reader, the photos speak for themselves. It'a a valuable record of a world which is fast disappearing due to modernisation.

"Guide to Science", Life Science Library, 1968. 111 pages illustrated. In perfect condition. This is one volume in a series. See table of contents. ($5) John Malone, "It Doesn't Take a Rocker Scientist: great Amateurs of Science." 2002. 232 pages in perfect condition. ($5) G.O. Jones et al, "Atoms and the Universe: an account of modern views on the structure of matter and the universe", 1956. 254 pages, illustrated. ($5)

"Brunsvicensia judaica: Gedenkbuch fur die judischen Mitburger der Stadt Braunschweig******1945", 1966. 231 p., illustrated. ($45)

"Rasputin: Heiliger oder Teufel", by Heinz Liepman, Berlin, I M Bertelsmann Lesering, n.d. 302 p., illustrated with photographs.

Richard O'Neill, Siucide Squads: Axis & Allied Special Attack Weapons of WW II, 1981, 296 p., some illustrations pictured here. ($20) [SOLD] Christopher Andrew KGB [SOLD] Peter Wright, Spy Catcher Richard Hall, The Secret State: Australia's Spy Industry, 252 p., illustrated ($20)