From the remote Stone Age mounds and standing stones of the Orkneys to the well-trodden turf at Land's End and from the fens of East Anglia to the wild mountains of Wales "David Gentleman's Britain" reveals the landscape and architecture of the British Isles. His techniques, watercolour and pen and wash, are familiar and traditional but his approach is startlingly individual and vigorous- both in his drawings and in the text that accompanies them. Cotswold villages and city suburbs, country lanes and motorways, beauty spots ...
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From the remote Stone Age mounds and standing stones of the Orkneys to the well-trodden turf at Land's End and from the fens of East Anglia to the wild mountains of Wales "David Gentleman's Britain" reveals the landscape and architecture of the British Isles. His techniques, watercolour and pen and wash, are familiar and traditional but his approach is startlingly individual and vigorous- both in his drawings and in the text that accompanies them. Cotswold villages and city suburbs, country lanes and motorways, beauty spots and black spots, landmarks and follies of all ages are contrasted to produce a matchless and magnificent rendering of Britain's landscape.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. In good all round condition. Dust jacket in good condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 1550grams, ISBN: 9781851496235.
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Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. This book is in good condition but will show signs of previous ownership. Please expect some creasing to the spine and/or minor damage to the cover. Grubby book may have mild dirt or some staining, mostly on the edges of pages. Aged book. Tanned pages and age spots, however, this will not interfere with reading.
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Very good. Simply Brit – welcome to our online used book store, where affordability meets great quality. Dive into a world of captivating reads without breaking the bank. We take pride in offering a wide selection of used books, from classics to hidden gems, ensuring there's something for every literary palate. All orders are shipped within 24 hours and our lightning fast-delivery within 48 hours coupled with our prompt customer service ensures a smooth journey from ordering to delivery. Discover the joy of reading with us, your trusted source for affordable books that do not compromise on quality.
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First edition (hardback). 4to (29cm by 23cm), 224pp. Illustrated throughout in colour. Original grey cloth, dustwrapper. Short ownership inscription, else the book is in very good condition; the dustwrapper is in good to very good condition (a couple of short closed tears). ISBN 029778126X.
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Used-Very Good. VG hardback in VG dust jacket. Book club edition. Dust jacket lightly shelf-worn with slightly faded spine, otherwise a bright, tidy copy.
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Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. This book is in good condition but will show signs of previous ownership. Please expect some creasing to the spine and/or minor damage to the cover.
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Very good. First Edition. Hardback. Dust Jacket. 4to. pp 224. Original publisher's beige cloth, lettered gilt at the spine. Copiously illustrated in colour and black and white throughout. This book is heavy, and delivery costs may be a consideration especially outside Britain. Signed presentation from the author on the front endpaper, "with best wishes, David Gentleman, 1982." ISBN: 029778126X Fine in fine dust jacket.
