Ebenezer ward and george lock starting a publishing concern in 1854 which became known as ward and lock. Publishing london i have photographed a small selection of the illustrated pictures. The wonder book of empire for boys and girls editor. Books by harry golding author of the wonder book of empire.
Boards scuffed on edges and corners, some board exposed. Wonder summary august pullman has been homeschooled due to some complicated health issues related to a dramatic craniofacial abnormality and the rigorous surgery schedule that comes with it. Golding effectively captures the massive scale of the engineering projects detailed, and the book serves as a true testament to the power of human ingenuity. The wonder book of motors ward, lock image the wonder book of motors. Harry golding has 14 books on goodreads with 35 ratings. The wonder book of empire oxfam gb oxfams online shop. Like a clue of golden thread most excellently ravelled. The wonder book of empire for boys and girls hardcover 1920 by editor. Book vg, edges and extremities worn, illus endpapers, integral colour cover. Wonder, book of empire, it was given to my great great grandpa in 1917, when he was 5 years old, this was a period where king george still reined, in the opening pages it has. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Whytemelville, 22 books ward, lock and company, ltd. Vintage books the wonder book of science, hardback, ward lock and co.
There are 320 illustrations and also 12 plate pages with lovely full color great reference guide or learning book. The wonder book of empire by golding harry abebooks. Dornford yates was one of ward locks most popular authors around this time. Apr 03, 20 the undisputed standupandcheer book of the year follows 10yearold auggie. End papers by thomas maybank author, thomas maybank illustrator. Find the latest feature articles from empire, the worlds biggest movie destination. London, 1924 page images at hathitrust see also whats at your library, or elsewhere. But towards the end, a frightening and dramatic event at a school camp changes things completely. Toby musgrave, author, william musgrave, joint author, chris gardner, joint author ward lock limited. Some of the authors the company published included mary elizabeth braddon, charles reade and george augustus sala. Discover empires best and worst lists along with spoilers and more.
Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle coronavirus. Over a vast history of publishing everything from novels, atlases, magazines, to educational materials, their greatest claims to fame actually came riding into existence with the bicycle. The wonder book of in antiquarian and collectable books for sale. The wonder book of empire for boys and girls edited by harry golding. The wonder book of engineering wonders is a title meant to inspire a sense of awe in the reader, and in this regards the work is largely a success. The wonder book of empire for boys and girls the wonder book of engineering wonders the wonder book of machinery the wonder book of pets and how to keep them the wonder book of ships and the sea the wonder book of wonders plus. Buy the wonder book of empire for boys and girls by harry golding, f. Search for library items search for lists search for contacts search for a library.
Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. Published 1927 condition good copy in the original clothbacked colourprinted boards. Some foxing to front board and shelf wear to rear, spine has a few worn patches. Full text of wonder book of empire 1925 see other formats wonder book of wonders by golding, harry edited and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The wonder book of empire for boys and girls by harry golding. Beeton, 5 books edgar wallace, 5 books averil ives, 5 books barbara rowan, 5 books guy newell boothby, 4 books susan warner, 3 books robert barr, 3 books charles james lever, 3 books. See the complete wonder series book list in order, box sets or omnibus editions, and companion titles. An approach to beekeeping ditchfields little wonder book series no. Formats and editions of the wonder book of empire for boys. The wonder book of empire for boys and girls harry ed golding on. Beautifully illustrated book of ships fourth edition published 1915 by ward and lock co.
Palacio includes books wonder, the julian chapter, pluto. The wonder book of empire for boys and girls harry editor. Wonder tells the story of auggies first year at school and how other kids treat him. Dispatched royal mail first class with a tracking code next working day or sooner securely boxed in cardboard, signature required. Ward, ltd at alibris uk including hardcovers, paperbacks, 1st editions, and audiobooks from thousands of sellers worldwide. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The wonder book of empire for boys and girls book, 1930. Limited date published 1927 keywords childrens wonder book annuals. A picture annual for boys and girls volumes of this title appeared.
The wonder book of why and what by harry golding abebooks. Fifth edition of this book in the wonder book series containing a plethora of useful information. The wonder book of empire for boys and girls 1st edition. These wellknown books are not dull, dryasdust compilations. A picture annual may have become story, as sample dated 1923 on title page contains all childrens stories, but also is noted as 18th year of issue, meaning it would predate the first ward lock wonder book published in 1911. Do not, then, wind up that light in ribbands, and oercloud in night, like the sun ins early ray. Full text of wonder book of empire 1925 internet archive. Buy the wonder book of empire for boys and girls by harry golding ed. Original rust red cloth, gilt lettering at spine, black decoration at spine and covers. Please be aware that many publishers change their name slightly over time and that our records show the exact name of the publisher at the time of publication. The wonder book of ships edited by harry golding 1920. Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good booksellers.
Harry goldings most popular book is the wonder book of empire. The house of ward and lock, as they were originally known, began their first publishing house in 1854 at 158 fleet street, london. Greetings my fellow historumers, as i was digging through my grandads possesions today he died long ago but we hadnt bothered to open to the boxes i came across a book called, the. The wonder book of wonders by harry editor golding and a great selection of related. Buy the wonder book of empire by golding, harry isbn. Preface the bride of the manhorse distressing tale of thangobrind the jeweller the house of the sphinx probable adventure of. A classic book from ward, lock s wonder series, with a collection of articles about railways, and intended for the younger reader although many of the articles will interest adults. The wonder book of empire by harry golding goodreads. A classic 7th edition book from ward, lock s wonder series, with a collection of articles about animals.
Ward and lock continued to publish books at popular prices and started to issue atlases. The wonder book of empire 5th edition published by ward. Published by ward lock limited, 82 gower street, london. The period between the two world wars was tough on publishers. The wonder, book of empire, a reflection of the past. This brilliant, sensitive story, narrated not only by august, but also by his older sister, his classmates, and other kids in his life, takes an insightful look at how one persons differences can affect the lives of so many others. Find the wonder book of empire for boys and girls by golding, harry at biblio. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Wonder is an excellent book that tells a moving and inspiring story. Undated but likely a first edition of this celebration of empire for children with fifteen colour plates and over three hundred illustrations. The wonder book of aircraft by golding harry abebooks. The wonder book of empire for boys and girls book, 1923. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search.
The wonder book of empire for boys and girls print book. We currently have 49 books by this publisher in stock. But by the time august turns ten, his parents are beginning to think about the big picture a. Born disfigured but blessed with intelligence and grace, he changes the lives of an everincreasing cast of characters that firstnovelist palacio handles with a veterans aplomb. Navy for boys and girls edited by harry golding and published by ward lock. Pages and binding are presentable with no major defects. Buy the wonder book of empire for boys and girls 9th by harry golding isbn. The wonder book of empire for boys and girls edited by. The wonder book of knowledge by henry chase the marvels of modern industry and invention, the interesting stories of common things, the mysterious processes of nature simply explained. With the help of ward and lock, sala had, in 1860, started a magazine called temple bar a london magazine for town and country readers.
See more ideas about wonder book, books and vintage childrens books. The wonder book of empire for boys and girls book, 1915. The wonder book of the navy, 1950 by herbert booker. Undated but likely a first edition of this celebration of empire for children with fifteen. The wonder book of empire for boys and girls author. Rare vintage oop oxford and district illustrated guide books 1930 ward, lock co. If you continue browsing, well assume that you are happy to receive all our cookies. The term wonder book is said to have first been used by nathaniel hawthorne of boston in 1851 with his the wonder book for girls and boys. Lindsay is a major collector of australian childrens books and began his gift to monash by. Clean and sound and with some wear to the edges of the boards. The wonder book of empire for boys and girls by golding. Around this time, ward, lock also published mary grant bruces highly successful billabong series of books, starting with a little bush maid in 1911.