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In 1906 at Sorrell in Tasmania, Melbourne born Howard Vernon (singer and comedian) married an actress and singer, Lavinia Florence De Loitte (1881-1962). Vinia, as she was known on stage, was the toast of Sydney in 1904 as Fifi in The Belle of New York. This book gives an account by Vinia de Loitte (Mrs. Howard Vernon) of the stories of the operas and of their production and revivals in Australia. The printer is Whitmarks Ltd. of 102 Sussex Street Sydney. This book has been signed by Vinia and inscribed as " I take after my mother (Mikado)." A beautiful item for a Gilbert & Sullivan lover or collector. Please refer to all photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
There are 27 books in this series, the later ones including number 25 harder to find as there were less of them sold back in 1998. The book is a softcover/paperback and is in good condition throughout. Please refer to the photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
Japan produces approximately half of the world's eels and the Japanese are the acknowledged experts on eel culture. This hardback edition of 148 pages will be invaluable to aquaculturists worldwide. This second edition has been completely updated to reflect the changes in eel culture techniques. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. The book is in good condition. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
Cole's Funny Picture Book Number 3, New Century Edition. Devised and edited by Cole Turnley. Inspired by the two original Funny Picture Books of the late E.W. Cole. This hardback 192-page book is in good condition. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
This publication traces the history of the most famous fashion house in the world, from its conception in 1946 to the modern era. Essays by leading figures in the world of fashion, combined with archive photography offer an insight into the soul of the company. This 1994 soft cover publication of 64 pages is presented by the Powerhouse Museum is association with Christian Dior, Paris and the Union Francaise des Arts du Costume, Paris. The knife shown in the photos is to hold the pages open and not included in the sale. The book is in good overall condition. Having a white cover means that marks show up readily. Please refer to the photo showing the back cover with some smudgy marks. Please refer to all photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
Considering this publication is over 60 years old it is in pretty good condition. Check all photos to observe some foxing to insides of front and back covers. There is a fold out map attached to the inside of the rear cover. There are 328 pages in total. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
Alice in Wonderland is regarded as a classic in children's literature. This edition is a modern retelling of the story. The illustrations are bold and captivating. The pages are slightly glossy which means they show up any creases readily so please check all photos thoroughly. Note that one corner of the back cover has been bumped. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
21 detailed maps showing all 4WD tracks, mines, old township and hotel sites, graves and historical features. Areas include Walhalla, Donnellys Creek, Woods Point, Big River, Jericho, Gaffneys Creek, Kevington, Enochs Point. Published by Paoletti's (Adventurer) Maps and Videos P/L. Softcover with spiral binding in good condition throughout. -
Although no date of publication is provided the inscripted date on the front cover with the previous owner's name is 1951. The illustrations are charming and are a mix of colour and black and white. The book is made of card and is shaped to resemble an Easter egg. Considering its age it is in good overall condition. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
"til she dropped her strides" A tribute to an Australian lifestyle. Copyright Trish Ainsley and Roger Garwood, 1991. Published by Plantaganet Press, Fremantle Western Australia. This is a hard back edition of 144 pages with dust jacket. An introduction by author Tim Winton sets the scene of the Kimberley and the people who live there. There are fantastic photos throughout the book and stories to accompany them. The book is in good condition however there are a few marks here and there but nothing major. -
This vintage book is a handbook and guide for beginners in the popular sport of long distance Pigeon Racing. It was published by All British Pigeon Racing Publishing Co. Ltd (Redferns, Weybridge, Surrey). There is no date of publication provided but it could be 1960s or 1970s. The previous owners' names are written on the title page. The book is in very good condition inside. There are some marks on the covers but overall condition is good. Please refer to the photos provided. -
This very special First Edition book was written by Walter Emanuel (also author of 'A Dog Day') and published by Lawrence & Bullen 16 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden, London in 1904. It contains 36 printed pages of text with 18, plus the title page vignette, splendid full-page colour illustrations throughout. The illustrator is Cecil Aldin. For a book of its age it is in good condition. Note that the spine has been reinforced. Please refer to the photos provided. -
This beautiful vintage book is undated but I believe it to be from the 1940s. It was printed by the Specialty Press Limited, Melbourne and is from 'Digest Juvenile Productions'(Registered) 174 Little Collins Street Melbourne, Australia'. It has paperback covers and has the most amazing illustrations. The front cover has a small patch of discolouration on the top right side where a price sticker probably was at some stage. Please check the photos provided. -
Publisher: The Corporate Body of the Buddha Educational Foundation. Printed in Taiwan. The author, Dr. B R Ambedkar was a farsighted reformist and the father of the Indian Constitution He had a treasure of knowledge which he used to frame the Constitution of the largest democracy of the world, India. The 599 pages present the life and teachings of the Buddha in a clear way. Please check the photos provided. The book is in very good condition overall. -
This hardcover book with dustjacket is in good condition throughout. It is a compendium of rock and pop albums over the past fifty years. It was compiled by music journalists (as noted in heading) and published in 2010. -
This handbook is a must for every pigeon - fancier. The text is illustrated by explanatory diagrams and by photographs taken by Mr. Osman himself. it is a hardback with dustjacket, published by Faber Popular Books (Faber and Faber Limited London). No date of publication is provided. There is wear to the dustjacket which has been reinforced in places on the underside. The previous owners' names are present. The pages throughout are in good, clean condition. Please refer to the photos provided. -
The original book was published in 2009. This edition is a 2018 reprint of 180 pages. It has a heavy card cover. The renowned Eastern Arrernte painter, Kathleen Kemarre Wallace tells stories of her elders and their way of life that she learnt as a child and young woman. Her knowledge of country, law and culture are evident in her words and paintings. Her story -telling illuminates the origins and beliefs of Eastern Arrernte people and calls for respect for the ancient traditions of the altyerre spirits. This is a beautiful book and is in very good condition. -
Fae Hewston Stevens has written two previous books about Koronglea (Koronglea Cobbers & Koronglea Ponies). Regardless of whether you have read the previous stories or not, this 221 page one will introduce you to the delightful Dixon family and their farm and sheep station in Victoria. The illustrator is Ian Nimmo Forrest and the book has been published by Ward Lock & Co. Ltd and printed in Great Britain by Butler & Tanner Ltd. The book is in very good condition for its age. Please note the word 'read' which is written in blue biro on the opening page. Please note foxing is present on the edges of the pages. Please refer to all photos provided. The dust jacket has been covered in plastic at some stage. Any questions? Please get in touch.
