Search Results: Travel from Hopkins Books

First trade paperback edition, signed by the author, published by J.N. Townsend, 2005. Hume and his wife explore the great works of art, architecture, restaurants, hotels, and varieties of food in their travels around Sicily. Signed by David D. Hume on the title page. This is not a remainder, not a library discard. No former ownership marks, no writing on the text pages. Edges of the text block are clean. No creases to the cover or spine. Binding is tight and square. The attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory, not a stock photo.

Hardcover limited first edition, signed by The Duke of Argyll, published by Turnstone, 1977. The history and culture of Argyll is profiled here, with illustrations by Frances Walker. Foreward by The duke of Argyll. Limited edition of 500 copies. The limitation page of this copy is not numbered though. This edition was to be signed by both Marion Campbell and The Duke of Argylll, this copy is only signed by the Duke. 267 pages with Index, 5-3/4" X 8-3/4". The dust jacket is not price clipped. Original price of £4.95 is printed on the bottom corner of the front flap. Jacket has been protected with a clear, removable cover. Sturdy blue cloth covered boards, with the title and author name on the spine in gold, along with a beautiful Argyll design. Detailed map of the area on the front and back paste-down-first flyeaf pages. Blue top-stain on the top edge is just slightly faded towards the spine. Edges of the text block have just a couple very faint age foxing dots. Binding is tight and square. Not a… Read More

First edition hardcover with dust jacket, published by Scribner, 2000. The dust jacket is not price clipped. A collection of twenty-six of the monthly columns that Quammen wrote for 'Outside' magazine. Included are essays on rhinos, beetles, Henry David Thoreau, the nature of Time, and many more. This is not a remainder, not a library discard. No former ownership marks, no writing on the text pages. The dust jacket is intact. Edges of the text block are clean. Boards are flat and the corners are not bumped or creased. 287 pages with Index and Bibliography. The attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory, not a stock photo.

First UK hardcover edition, with dust jacket,published by Collins, 1972. The dust jacket is price clipped. Collection of humorous stories about the author's search for strange and exotic creatures in danger of extinction for the Durrell Wildlife Park on Jersey. From an expedition to Sierra Leone to find a colobus, to a Mexico to find the Volcano rabbit,and many more. Jacket has been protected with a clear, removable cover. Light olive green cloth covered boards, with the title and author name on the spine in gold. Boards are flat, the corners are not bumped or creased, no edge wear. There is a large gift inscription on the title page - covers the entire page- photo attached . Edges of the text block are relatively clean, though there are some age tanning spots to the top edge. No former ownership marks, no writing on the text pages - besides that inscription. 221 pages, also includes several illustrations by Edward Mortelmans. The attached photos are of the copy we have in our inventory.

Large format trade paperback, published by Interlink, 2007. 422 pages with Index, Notes and Bibliography. A collection of the writings of Charles Dickens that focus on France, both fiction, such as excerpts from 'A Tale of Two Cities' and 'Little Dorrit', and non-fiction travel pieces and journalism that he wrote over the years. This copy would appear to be an unread, unused copy. There are no creases to the cover or spine, no former ownership marks, no writing on the text pages. The edges of the text are clean, and the binding is tight and square. This is not a remainder, not a library copy. The attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory, not a stock photo!

Trade paperback edition, published by Harry N. Abrams, 1992. Part of Abrams 'Discoveries' series. 192 pages, beautifully illustrated throughout. A summary of the history of explorations of the North and South Poles. This is not a remainder, not a library discard. No former ownership marks, no writing on the text pages. No creases to the cover or spine. Small scratch mark on the first flyleaf page, about 1/2" long. Attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory.

Trade paperback edition, published by Northwestern University Press, 1996. Originally published in 1844, this is the memoir of kinglake's journey from Turkey to Cyprus, Beirut, Cairo, and Damascus. 245 pages. This is not a remainder, not a library discard. No creases to the cover or spine. No former ownership marks, no writing on the text pages. Edges of the text block are clean. Attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory.

First hardcover edition, with dust jacket, published by Chatto & Windus, 1964. This is the UK edition. The dust jacket is intact and is not price clipped. After 'The Flame Trees of Thika' and 'The Mottled Lizard', this is Huxley's third memoir on her experiences in Africa. This one is focused on her three month trip in 1963 to Kenya, Uganda, and Tanganyika. Jacket design and illustrations by Jonathan Kingdon. 272 pages, blue cloth covered boards. The jacket has been protected with a clear, removable cover. There is a 1" X 1" chip to the heel of the spine, some sun fading to the spine though all type is still legible, smaller chip to the head of the spine about 1/4" X 1/4". Edge wear and age tanning blocks to the jacket as well. Boards are flat, the corners are not bumped or creased. Spots of sun fading to the spine where the dust jacket chips are located, as well as some lighter sun fading throughout the spine portion, and some sun fading to the top edge as well. Gift dedication on the first flyleaf,… Read More

Soft cover guide book from the Michelin series. Guide for Provence, a ninth edition. In the distinctive Michelin size of 4-3/4" X 10-1/4". 172 pages with Index and a fold out map at the front of the book. No former ownership marks, no writing on the text pages. Edges of the text block are clean. No creases to the cover or spine. Detailed maps and illustrations throughout. Not a remainder, not a library discard. Attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory.

First hardcover edition, with dust jacket, published by Key Porter, 2002. Travel memoir about Mowat's journey through northern Canada in 1966. 300 pages, 6-1/4" X 9-1/4". The dust jacket is intact and is not price clipped. Jacket only has one small crease to the top corner of the front flap. No former ownership marks, no writing on the text pages. Cover boards are flat, the top front right corner is just slightly bumped inward. Edges of the text block are clean, binding is tight and square. This is not a remainder, not a library discard copy. The attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory.

First edition hardcover with dust jacket, published by Warner, 1999. In which the author travels to a variety of locales around the world; China, Egypt, Indonesia, India, Africa, the South Pacific, hilarity ensues. This is not a remainder, not a library discard. No former ownership marks, no writing on the text pages. Edges of the text block are clean. The dust jacket is intact and is not price clipped. Binding is tight and square. Attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory.

First edition hardcover., with dust jacket, published by Odysseus Books, 2001. A collection of essays on travel, family life, and politics. Stevenson was an Associate Editor for Harper's. The author signed this copy on the title page, dated 1/15/2003. This copy is not a remainder, not a library copy. No writing on the text besides that signature. The dust jacket is intact and is not price clipped. Jacket has areas of sun fading to the back panel, about 1" vertical block on the left side, 2" horizontal block on the top edge and 1" vertical block on the right side. The binding is tight and square, just a couple of dots of age foxing on the edges of the text block. The attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory, not a stock photo.

Hardcover edition with dust jacket, published by Dutton, 1945. This is a book club edition. From the author of 'Sweet Thames Run Softly, a travel memoir of the area in and around the Lee river in Ireland. Engravings by the author. 256 pages, 6" X 8-1/2". The dust jacket is intact and has been protected with a clear, removable cover. Jacket shows edge wear, shallow chips at the head and heel of the spine and tips of the corners, clear tape had been applied to a few areas on the edges, and some sun fading to the spine panel - though all lettering on the spine is entirely legible, just faded. Green cloth covered boards, corners are not bumped, top and bottom edges have some masking tape bits from where the jacket had been taped to the boards. No former ownership marks, no writing on the text pages. A couple dots of age tanning to the edge of the text block. Not a library discard copy. Attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory.

Trade paperback published by Mutual Publishing. This is a second printing copy, 1998. A guide to flora of Hawaii, chapters organized by color, with an additional chapter devoted to botanical gardens and parks. 144 pages, high quality coated stock paper, 6" X 9". Full color photos throughout the book. No creases to the cover or spine. No former ownership marks, no writing on the text pages. Edges of the text block are clean. Not a remainder, not a library discard. The attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory.

First hardcover edition, with dust jacket, published by Houghton Mifflin, 1991. The dust jacket is not price clipped. The classic account of how Hansen journeys to Yemen, in search of the notebooks that he buried ten years previous when he was shipwrecked while sailing to Athens via the Red Sea. This is not a remainder, not a library discard. No former ownership marks, no writing on the text pages. Top edge of the text block show a few dots of age tanning. The dust jacket has a 1/8" nick mark to the top left, and a 1/8" closed tear at the top right edge. 237 pages with Bibliography and Maps. Rust red colored boards with blue cloth covered spine, and the author name and title imprinted on the spine in gold. Top edge of the front board has a horizontal band of sun fading, about 1/4" across the top. Sewn binding is tight and square, boards are flat and the corners are not creased or bumped. Attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory.

First edition hardcover with dust jacket, published by Knopf, 2000. This is a continuation of Kittredge's previous memoir, 'Hole in the Sky', with an emphasis on his time in New York, and Venice as well as his native Montana. The dust jacket is intact and is not price clipped, it has been protected by a clear, removable, cover so there is very little if any wear to the jacket. Boards are flat, the corners are not bumped or creased. The text is clean, the sewn binding is tight and square. Edges of the text block are clean. This is not a remainder, not a library copy. Very little wear throughout, a really beautiful copy. The attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory.

Trade paperback edition, published by The History Press, a second printing copy, 2015. Diner historian Larry Cultera takes us on a tour of the diners of New Hampshire. Also includes 'Lunch Wagons', 'Transplanted Diners', 'Home-Made Diners', 'Lost Diners'. Appendices include a list of diners, and a list of former diners. 152 pages, with Index, 6" X 9". This is not a remainder, not a library discard. No former ownership marks, no writing on the text pages. Edges of the text block are clean. No creases to the cover or spine. Binding is tight and square. Attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory.

Large format first edition hardcover with dust jacket, published by Norton, 1987. The dust jacket is intact, though it has been price clipped. The jacket has been protected with a clear, removable cover. No further wear to the jacket besides the price clip. 832 pages with Index. A collection of travel pieces, including contributions from; Marco Polo, James Boswell, Freya Stark, Cyril Connolly, Freya Stark, Patrick Leigh Fermor, Lord Byron, Ernest Hemingway, Lawrence Durrell, Paul Theroux, and many others. Heavy duty sewn binding is tight and square. The edges of the text block are clean. No former ownership marks, there is a small mark on the first blank flyleaf of a former price - an erased pencil mark. Dark blue cloth covered boards show no edge wear and the corners are not bumped or creased. This is not a remainder, not a library copy. Attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory.

Hardcover second printing published by Knopf, 1967. 242 pages, dark blue cloth covered boards, with gold colored lettering for the title and author on the spine. The dust jacket is not price clipped, though it does show wear, with a long tear to the spine section, several short closed tears and edge wear - it has been protected with a clear, removable cover though. This is not a remainder, not a library discard. No writing on the text, no former ownership marks. The text is clean, the binding is tight and square. There is some light foxing spots to the edges of the text block. A travel memoir by one of the greatest short story writers of the 20th century, with journeys to Iran, Turkey, Spain, Poland, Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, and Czechoslovakia. Interesting Cold War era travel conditions throughout. A good reading copy. The attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory, not a stock photo.

Trade paperback edition, published by Flamingo-Harper Collins, 1997. The story of the author's journey from the Nile Delta to the Mountains of the Moon. 248 pages, with a section of photos, this is the UK edition. No creases to the spine. Former owner's name and address written in blue ink on the first flyleaf. One light crease mark to the bottom back left corner. Considerable age tanning spots to the edges of the text block, Not a remainder, not a library discard. The binding is tight and square. Attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory.