Search Results: Titles starting with T from Companion Books

Langley, BC, Canada: 18Karat, 2008. Book. Very Good. Hardcover. 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. The book and jacket are in very good condition, little shelf rubbing apparent. Text and images inside appear clean and clear throughout. 'Tafoni is the geological name for the particular type of eroded caverns and rounded hollows that form on tidal shores, often creating unusual patterns and sculptures. The Gulf Island of British Columbia, Canada provide the ideal underlying geology and climate for some of the most dramatic tafoni shorelines in the world. This is a book for anyone who has ever been inspired by weathered rock, the raw beauty of nature's organic sculptural forms and wondered about their existence. This book of beautiful photographs, geological information and poetic writing draws on tafoni as a metaphor for the dramas and transitions of our lives.' Not paginated. 9.25 x 6.75 inches. May require additional postage. This listing was made by a small independent book… Read More

Edmund McMillen, 2012. Book. Very Good. Soft cover. Signed by Author(s). 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. The book is in very good condition, minor folds at back of book on bottom edgewise corner that has been straightened and is not easily visible, text otherwise remains clean and clear throughout, book is signed by author on reverse of front cover and is 286 of 500. 'A comic anthology by Edmund McMillen, known for his flash animations and later cd release, he finally turns to collecting his comics into an outstanding and rare anthology for fans and new comers alike to enjoy.' 201 pages. 5.5 x 8.5 inches. Illustrated..

Round Top, New York: Footsteps Press, 1989. Book. Illus. by Koszowski, Allen. Like New. paperback. Limited, Numbered, 1st Edition. Very little to no wear. Quite clean. Illustrated. Limited First Edition, # 238 / 552. Author signed the second endpaper. Includes a loose insert. 11+ pages..

London, England, United Kingdom: Phaidon Press, 2000. Book. Very Good. Soft cover. 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. The book is in very good condition, minor shelf rubbing. Apart from a small sticker affixed to page opposite inside front cover the text and images inside appear clean and clear throughout. 'Tadao Ando (b.1941) is Japan's leading architect and a designer, with a dazzling international reputation. This complete catalogue of Ando's work examines in close detail more than 100 buildings and projects, all illustrated by drawings, sketches, plans and other material from the architect's own studio. Francesco Dal Co introduces this exhaustive survey, which ranges from the smallest of Ando's private houses from the 1970s to major commissions like the Church on the Water in Hokkaido (1988), the Japanese Pavilion for Expo 92 in Seville and the Naoshima Contemporary Art Museum (1992). A revealing interview with Ando, conducted by Hiroshi Maruyama, accompanies a series… Read More

Toronto, ON, Canada: Stoddart Publishing, 1998. Book. Very Good. Mass_Market Paperback. Signed by Author(s). 12mo - over 6¾ - 7¾" tall. Author signed the title-page. Front cover bottom right corner is creased twice and bumped, very little wear besides. Quite clean. 'Life in war-time London is anything but normal for Tim Athelstan. Nights spent huddled in bomb shelters. Hitler's dreaded V-bombs screaming overhead with their tails of flame. And a father missing in action somewhere in Europe. Then Tim moves to the country where things are quieter. That is, until he meets Bill, a Canadian pilot stationed nearby, and a shifty character named Sciver.' Junior Gemini series. 235 pages..

Vancouver, B.C.: Talonbooks, 2011. Book. Like New. Trade Paperback. First Printing. 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. As new, no wear. Quite clean. 'Discovered in her papers as a handwritten manuscript in 2008, Jane Rule's autobiography is a rich and culturally significant document that follows the first twenty-one years of her life.' 277 pages..

Toronto: McClelland & Stewart, 2008. Book. Like New. Hardcover. 4to - over 9¾ - 12" tall. As new, no wear. Quite clean. '[The author] reveals the quiet mysteries of everyday life: homemade pets, dangerous weddings, stranded sea mammals, tiny exchange students and secret rooms filled with darkness and delight.' 92+ pages. 7.5 x 9.75 inches..

London, England, United Kingdom: Bloomsbury, 2018. Book. Very Good. Hardcover. 1st Edition. 4to - over 9¾ - 12" tall. The book is in very good condition, little shelf rubbing apparent. Text and images inside appear clean and clear throughout. 'The dazzlingly brilliant Chris Riddell brings his magical illustration talents to J.K. Rowling's gloriously inventive The Tales of Beedle the Bard in a fully illustrated colour edition of this essential classic for Harry Potter fans. Translated from the runes by Hermione Granger, the volume includes 'The Tale of the Three Brothers', familiar to readers of Harry Potter from the crucial role it played in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.' 160 pages. 10 x 11.7 inches. May require additional postage. This listing was made by a small independent book shop. We carefully inspect every single book we list and give accurate descriptions. If you require we will promptly send pictures of listed books upon request..

London, England, UK.: The Folio Society , 2018. Book. Illus. by Romy Blumel. Very Good. Hardcover. 4to - over 9¾ - 12" tall. The book and slipcase are in very good condition, little shelf rubbing apparent. 'Roger Lancelyn Green had a passion and talent for translating the complex language of myths into a format that fascinates and engages readers of all ages - and has done for generations. In Tales of the Greek Heroes, he brings together a broad collection of stories of the Heroic Age. This beautifully imagined Folio edition includes newly commissioned, hand-painted illustrations that vividly depict the myths. It is a collection that will be avidly read and treasured by children, and rediscovered with nostalgic zeal by adults. Stephen Fry introduces this edition, with Roger Lancelyn Green's epic quests vividly illustrated by Romy Blümel.' Bound in blocked cloth. Set in Haarlemmer. Frontispiece and 6 colour plates, 2 of which are double-page spreads. 1 double-page… Read More

Ucluelet, B.C.: Andre Sperling Book. Very Good. Trade Paperback. 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. Penned inscription to the dedication page, very little wear overall. Text is clean. 112 pages..

North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada: Tall Friends Enterprize, 1997. Book. Good. Soft cover. Signed by Author(s). 4to - over 9¾ - 12" tall. Author signed / inscribed the dedication page. Light corner bumping, spine top is a bit chipped, covers rubbed, 4 inch crease at the rear cover bottom left corner, little wear overall. Text is clean. Illustrated. 96 pages..

New York, New York, USA: Gallery / Saga Press, 2018. Book. Very Good. Hardcover. Signed by Author(s). 4to - over 9¾ - 12" tall. The book and jacket are in very good condition, very little shelf rubbing, aside from the title page where the it has been signed by Bacigalupi (one of the authors) the text appears entirely clean and clear throughout, very nearly pristine. '[A] fantasy novel told in four parts about a land crippled by the use of magic, and a tyrant who is trying to rebuild an empire--unless the people find a way to resist. Khaim, The Blue City, is the last remaining city in a crumbled empire that overly relied upon magic until it became toxic. It is run by a tyrant known as The Jolly Mayor and his devious right hand, the last archmage in the world. Together they try to collect all the magic for themselves so they can control the citizens of the city. But when their decadence reaches new heights and begins to destroy the environment, the people stage an uprising to stop them.… Read More

Germany: Max Hueber Verlag, 2004. Book. Very Good. Soft cover. 3rd Edition. 4to - over 9¾ - 12" tall. Very light corner rubbing, little wear overall. Text is clean. Lektion 5-8. With CD. 152 pages. 8.25 x 11 inches..

Germany: Max Hueber Verlag, 2004. Book. Very Good. Soft cover. 4to - over 9¾ - 12" tall. Very light corner rubbing, little wear overall. Text is clean. Lektion 1-4. With CD. 143 pages. 8.25 x 11 inches..

Montreal, Quebec, Canada: DARGAUD, 1982. Book. Fair. Hardcover. The book has a fair amount of shelf rubbing, a portion at the top of the spine is damaged, the first paste-down inside has a slightly torn surface area, the opposite page has slight writing, the title page contains a stamp from the previous owner, all comic portions appear entirely clean and clear throughout. 'Tanguy and Laverdure are two friends from the French air-force flying school with opposite personalities. While Tanguy is serious, honest and obedient, Laverdure is eccentric, blundering and awkward, as well as an irredeemable skirt-chaser. However, Laverdure is a strong teammate for Tanguy in difficult situations. Dangerous missions and spying are everyday tasks for the two pilots, who are flying aces and efficient defenders of their homeland.' 63 pages. 8.8 x 11.6 inches. Photos available upon request..

Montreal, Quebec, Canada: DARGAUD, 1982. Book. Fair. Hardcover. 4to - over 9¾ - 12" tall. The book has a fair amount of shelf rubbing, a portion at the top of the spine is damaged, the first paste-down inside has a small stain, the opposite page has a small amount of writing, the title page contains a stamp from the previous owner, all comic portions appear entirely clean and clear throughout. 'Tanguy and Laverdure are two friends from the French air-force flying school with opposite personalities. While Tanguy is serious, honest and obedient, Laverdure is eccentric, blundering and awkward, as well as an irredeemable skirt-chaser. However, Laverdure is a strong teammate for Tanguy in difficult situations. Dangerous missions and spying are everyday tasks for the two pilots, who are flying aces and efficient defenders of their homeland.' 56 pages. 8.8 x 11.6 inches. Photos available upon request..

Montreal, Quebec, Canada: DARGAUD, 1970. Book. Fair. Hardcover. 4to - over 9¾ - 12" tall. The book has a fair amount of shelf rubbing, a portion at the top of the spine is missing, the first paste-down inside has a slightly torn surface area, the opposite page has slight writing, the title pages contains a stamp from the previous owner, all comic portions appear entirely clean and clear throughout. 'Tanguy and Laverdure are two friends from the French air-force flying school with opposite personalities. While Tanguy is serious, honest and obedient, Laverdure is eccentric, blundering and awkward, as well as an irredeemable skirt-chaser. However, Laverdure is a strong teammate for Tanguy in difficult situations. Dangerous missions and spying are everyday tasks for the two pilots, who are flying aces and efficient defenders of their homeland.' 48 pages. 8.8 x 11.6 inches. Photos available upon request..

Montreal, Quebec, Canada: DARGAUD, 1971. Book. Fair. Hardcover. 4to - over 9¾ - 12" tall. The books has suffered a fair amount of shelf rubbing, the spines top and bottom corners have in particular seen some heavy use, with minor cracking to the top and bottom of the spine. There is a small rip on the pastedown of the first page with some writing opposite, and a small stamp from a previous owner in the book but all comic portions appear entirely clean and clear throughout. 'Tanguy and Laverdure are two friends from the French air-force flying school with opposite personalities. While Tanguy is serious, honest and obedient, Laverdure is eccentric, blundering and awkward, as well as an irredeemable skirt-chaser. However, Laverdure is a strong teammate for Tanguy in difficult situations. Dangerous missions and spying are everyday tasks for the two pilots, who are flying aces and efficient defenders of their homeland.' 48 pages. 8.8 x 11.6 inches. Photos available upon request..

New York - LA: Vantage Press, 1990. Book. Very Good. Hardcover. 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. Light shelf wear to the jacket extremities, rubbing or minor chipping to the corners and spine ends; previous owners penned inscription to the front pastedown with small sticker to the ffep. Text is clean. 210 pages..

London, England, UK.: The Folio Society, 2010. Book. Very Good. Hardcover. 4to - over 9¾ - 12" tall. The book and slipcase are in very good condition, little shelf rubbing apparent. Some fading to edge of slipcase from light exposure. Three-quarter Brown Cloth Hardback. Colour plates and two colour fold-outs. 'A famous legend tells of Lao Tzu, who left the royal court some time during the Chou dynasty in the 6th century BC. Stopped by the guardian of the pass who begged the scholar to leave a record of his wisdom, Lao Tzu recited the Tao Tê Ching, which translates as 'The Way and Its Power', went on his way and was never seen again. The Tao Tê Ching is one of the foundation stones of Chinese ethics, culture and philosophy, ranking alongside the great religious works. The oldest extant text, written on slips of bamboo, dates from around 300 BC. No one knows whether one author or several lie behind the legendary figure of Lao Tzu, but beyond question is the lyrical… Read More