Search Results: Titles starting with S from Christison Rare Books, IOBA SABDA

(Pretoria, S.A. Air Force Fund, 1970). The cover title of this volume is "Per aspera ad astra 1920-1970". 276 x 208; pictorial wraps; pp. 144; photographs, some of which in colour; maps. Cover slightly rubbed; crease to lower cover; occasional fox spot. Good condition. A history of the South African Air Force, with chapters in English and Afrikaans. .

(Pretoria, S.A. Air Force Fund, 1970). The cover title of this volume is "Per aspera ad astra 1920-1970". 276 x 208; pictorial wraps; pp. 144; photographs, some of which in colour; maps. Cover slightly rubbed; early and latter pages somewhat foxed. Good condition. A history of the South African Air Force, with chapters in English and Afrikaans. .

(Cape Town, 2nd edition, 1903). Dedicated to all past, present, and future students of the South African College. A little torn, but without loss. .

(Johannesburg: S A Masterpiece in association with Business Day, 2003) 0620307846. 4to; laminated pictorial boards; laminated pictorial dustwrapper; pp. 150; full-colour illustrations. Endpapers foxed and somewhat scarred, suggestive of having once adhered due to past exposure to a moist environment. Good condition. "Forty of South Africa's most distinguished authorities in their respective fields, many of them members of the South African Antique Dealers' Association, have joined forces to create this handbook for collectors. Their articles are all richly illustrated in colour." Besides Fine Art, the fields covered include, among others, Silver, Jewellery, Timepieces, Books, Maps, Prints, Ceramics, Porcelain, Pottery and Glass. .

(Ashton: Railfan Videos & Books,. 295 x 210 mm; pictorial wrappers; pp. 28; liberally illustrated with photographs and diagrams. Wrappers a little rubbed. Very good condition. Contents: A comparative study of Australia's AD60 and South Africa's Classes GM, GMAM, GMA and GO Garratts; The fastest and most versatile locomotives in South Africa. .

(Johannesburg, Ravan Press, 1974). Report of the Political Commission of the Study Project on Christianity in Apartheid Society. 225 x 164 mm; pictorial wraps; pp. (vi) + 252, incl. index. Wraps a little rubbed; slight curl to fore-edge of lower wrap; previous owner's discreet hand-stamp on half-title; half-title working loose, but holding. Very good condition. "The Commission's problem is simply stated: because it believes that a system which is not firmly based on government by consent and consultation carries within itself the seeds of certain destruction, the Commission sought to suggest or devise a formula which would give all South Africans a meaningful voice in the country's affairs at all levels of administration and policy-making. To be of any value at all however, it was essential that what it proposed had to be practical and to stand at least a reasonable chance of acceptance and implementation under prevailing conditions." .

(Johannesburg: Jonathan Ball Publishers, 1986) 0868500925. Large 8vo; original boards; laminated pictorial dustwrapper; pp. (x) + 531 + (iii), incl. index; maps; tables. Dustwrapper ever so slightly rubbed, with trace of curl to edges; earlier owner's name signed on front free endpaper; a little foxing to endpapers. Very good condition. "This timely study examines the struggle of the Namibian people against foreign rule; analyses the ambiguities of self-determination against the backdrop of the international legal dispute and surveys domestic political developments in Africa's last colony. Special emphasis is placed on South Africa's policies in Namibia and on local and international reactions to these. The study concludes with a consideration of the prospects, and problems facing Namibia, in its quest for self-determination and nationhood." .

(Johannesburg: Sabi Game Lodge, 1990) 0869777610. 4to; original pale boards, with lettering to upper cover; laminated pictorial dustwrapper; pp. 96; full-colour photographs; map. Dustwrapper very slightly rubbed. Very good condition. "The game rangers at Sabi Sabi love their work. Over the years they have had the opportunity of taking exceptional photographs of some of the fascinating creatures which live in this lowveld wilderness. As their personal tribute and as an act of love for their environment, Sabi Sabi - The story of a South African game reserve, was published. Those who have visited Sabi Sabi will be reminded of their experiences and those who have not will be enticed to come and experience the magic of Sabi Sabi." .

(Durban: Three Knights, 1988) 0620130261. Author's signed presentation inscription to title page, with loosely inserted signed compliments slip. 8vo; original blue boards, lettered in gilt on spine; laminated pictorial dustwrapper (housed in removable protector); pp. (xiv) + 209, incl. index; map; plates; some illustrations in text. Some foxing to top edge. Very good condition. An account of the horrifying experiences of Zimbabwe Air Force pilots who became scapegoats for the sabotage a large number of their country's strike planes. "Now the airmen - initially blackmailed into silence by the Zimbabwean government - tell the true, torrid tale behind all the headlines. They detail the deceit, deception and despair; the brutality and bravery; the horror and the hell that continues to cost them dearly and which caused Zimbabwe such serious loss of face and credibility." .

(Rickmansworth, Herts: Evans Mitchell Books, 2008) 9871901268218. 270 x 210 mm; laminated pictorial wrappers; pp. 68; maps; full-colour photographs. Thermoplastic binding: text block separating from wrappers. Very good condition. "This new photographic guide outlines the best areas to visit and the notable wildlife you can expect to see in each location. With descriptions of the parks and reserves, photographic advice and practical tourist information, this guide contains all you need to know to prepare your trip to this fascinating country which offers rich rewards for naturalists and photographers alike." .

(Cape Town: Africa Geographic, 2008) 9780620411721. 300 x 215 mm; laminated pictorial wrappers; pp. 200; lavishly illustrated with full-colour photographs. Fine condition. "Safari in Style - South Africa combines the elements of enticing travel experiences, wildlife, landscapes, architecture and décor at some 40 destinations, ranging from traditional camps to hotel and private game lodges throughout South Africa." .

(Cape Town: Africa Geographic, 2004) 0620315733. 300 x 215 mm; laminated pictorial wrappers; pp. 160; lavishly illustrated with full-colour photographs. Slightest bump to head of spine; earlier owner's name signed on title page. Near fine condition. "Safari in Style combines the aspirational and inspirational elements of enticing travel experiences, embracing the wildlife, landscapes, architecture, décor and cuisine of some 30 prime game and country lodges throughout southern Africa." .

(Salisbury: Rhodesia Occupational Safety Council, no date). Title taken from cover. 205 x 170 mm; saddle-stitched printed wrappers; pp. 24; photographs and line drawings. A little foxing. Good to very good condition. "Improved safety in Rhodesia's mining industry is the purpose for the publication of this book. The health and safety of mining employees is of national importance. During recent years, mining and quarrying have been responsible for approximately 45 deaths a year ... In the following pages, safety principles are outlined. Attempts have been made to cover most mining procedures and it is intended that this manual of instructions should serve as a basic safety code, with individual mine managements adding their own specific instructions where certain requirements may not have been fully covered." .

(Cape Town: Fernwood Press, for Safmarine, 1996) 1874950113. 4to; original blue cloth, lettered in white on spine and upper cover; laminated pictorial dustwrapper; decorative endpapers; pp. 176, incl. index; liberally illustrated with photographs and artwork of personalities, ships and events associated with the firm's history. Fine condition. "This is a stirring tale of dedicated people who, in fifty short years, have built a shipping giant from nothing, other than an idea. The whole story is here: the good years and the not so good; the triumphs and the tragedies ... In these pages, you will read of the many ships and events that made Safmarine what it is today, a company to which every Safmariner can feel proud to belong." .

(Himeville: the author, 2010) 0620283785. 210 x 148 mm; laminated pictorial wrappers; pp. 224; profusely illustrated in monochrome. Fine condition. Second edition of this history of a hair-raising route into the mountain kingdom of Lesotho. "This book is the result of his personal involvement and abiding interest in the history and the people who have used the Sani Pass for their livelihood and pleasure for so many decades." .

(London: Weidenfeld & Nicolson, 2002) 0297843036. 4to; original blue boards, lettered in gilt on spine; laminated pictorial dustwrapper; decorative endpapers; pp. 256; profusely illustrated with full-colour photographs by Basil Pao. Top edges of boards quite scuffed, else very good. "Michael Palin's epic voyages have seen him circumnavigate the globe, travel from the North to the South Pole and circle the countries of the Pacific Ocean, but perhaps the greatest single challenge he has faced is his latest, a crossing of the vast and merciless Sahara Desert. There is no easy way to do it, and Palin's experiences are unlike anything he has encountered before. ... This is Michael Palin, explorer-adventurer, at his hard-pressed best." .

(London, Smith, Elder & Co., 1870). Extract from The Cornhill Magazine of August, 1870. 210 x 148; paper wrapper with title label mounted on cover; pp. [180-188]. Very good condition. .

(no place: Footprint Press, 2014) 9780620614016. 232 x 164 mm; laminated pictorial wrappers; pp. 113; liberally illustrated with contemporary portraits and artwork. New. The Saint of the title is Frederick York St Leger, the surgeon is Dr William Guybon Atherstone, and the unsung botanist is Mary Elizabeth Barber. "I owe a great deal to Ivan Mitford-Barberton. His painstaking research in compiling the Barbers of the Peak, a task that took him fourteen years, was a challenge to me to continue the work. ... So my purpose in writing this book is to give some perspective to the times in which my various ancestors lived, and to gain some recognition for their achievements and their contribution to the society of the day." .

(Cape Town: Faircape Books, 1981) 0949945242. 12mo; pale blue boards; pictorial dustwrapper; pp. (vi) + 77; photographs. Dustwrapper a little rubbed and very slightly edgeworn; earlier owner's bookplate to front free endpaper; occasional fox spot. Very good condition. "Salt River at the turn of the Century and the busy round of a Doctor's life form the warp and weft of Barbara Mackenzie's childhood memories. Characters, places and events spring back to focus from a way of life now irrevocably changed. The warm style and detailed recall make this a delightful contribution to our social history." .

(London: PRC Publishing, 1994) 1856485102. 4to; laminated pictorial boards; laminated pictorial dustwrapper; pp. 127 + (i); lavish, full-colour reproductions of the artist's work, with some photographs from his lifetime. Dustwrapper sunned on spine panel, with slightly creased edges; gift inscription to front free endpaper; occasional fox spot. Very good condition. "SALVADOR DALÍ is a fascinating survey of the work of an artist whose reputation as a showman has tended to devalue his exceptional ability as a draftsman and his extraordinary imaginative fertility. This handsome volume, illustrated with over 80 glorious full color plates drawn from the full range of Dalí's work, and with a concise fully-illustrated introduction setting the paintings in the context of his life and times, represents a fitting memorial to a unique artistic phenomenon." .