Besides these there are a score of less familiar wonders, of nature. Richard halliburtons complete book of marvels by halliburton, richard and a great selection. His story of his lifes adventure will recall that it was the authors. Halliburtons books achieved enormous popularity and he became one of the highest paid celebrity authors to appear on the lecture circuit between the two world wars. Richard halliburtons complete book of marvels open library. I have the best memories of this book though my memories are more about being cuddled up with my dad and brother on my brothers bed than they are about the adventures halliburton describes. Conquer 1929, the flying carpet 1932, seven league boots 1935, richard halliburtons book of marvels. Richard halliburtons book of marvels reshelving alexandria. Written for students but loved by all ages, marvels of the orient takes you on a journey to some of the marvels of our world. Complete book of marvels hardcover january 1, 1941. A square book in the best condition a collector could ask for. Richard halliburtons complete book of marvels hardcover.
Conquer 1929, the flying carpet 1932, seven league boots 1935, richard halliburton s book of marvels. Richard halliburton s complete book of marvels, volumes 12 richard halliburton s complete book of marvels, richard halliburton. In this book you will climb the great pyramid search for the ark of the covenant beneath jerusalem fly a prince over iraq. My parents were able to locate several of them in a used book store. Richard halliburton s complete book of marvels book. Seven league boots 1935 covering ethiopia, russia, arabia, the alps. See all 4 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. The book is a green clothbound hardcover with blackandwhite photographic. Richard halliburtons complete book of marvels by halliburton, richard and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. A must have for both the travel and the literary enthusiast. To ask other readers questions about richard halliburtons complete book of marvels, please sign up. Early 20th century american travel writer and adventurer richard halliburton presents this volume s tour for school students, introducing the people, religions, architecture, customs, and scenery from greece to mt. Vintage richard halliburtons complete book of marvels hc 1941 bobbsmerrill co. Book sin excellent condition, but as might be expected for its age, the pages are a slightly creamy color.
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Richard halliburtons complete book of marvels by richard halliburton, 1941, the bobbsmerrill company edition, in english. The book is a green clothbound hardcover with blackandwhite photographic illustrations. Richard halliburtons complete book of marvels, volumes 12 richard halliburtons complete book of marvels, richard halliburton. Nov 05, 2011 open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published. This is not a childrens book, but it was the book that my father read to my brother and me every night for what seemed like years during my childhood. Book of marvels, complete book of marvels, geography, the occident this topic has 26 replies, voices, and was last updated 1 year, 9 months ago by wings2fly. Richard halliburtons complete book of marvels 1941. Early 20th century american travel writer and adventurer richard halliburton presents this volumes tour for school students, introducing the people, religions, architecture, customs, and scenery from greece to mt. Richard halliburtons complete book of marvels by richard halliburton. Halliburton s books achieved enormous popularity and he became one of the highest paid celebrity authors. Richard halliburtons complete book of marvels 1941 edition. The occident and richard halliburtons second book of marvels. Richard halliburtons complete book of marvels companion.
For christmas the following year all i wanted was his other works all of which had been out of print for years. One of the most beautiful copies i have come across. Richard halliburtons complete book of marvels by halliburton. Complete book of marvels two books in one the occident. Richard halliburtons complete book of marvels hardcover 1941. From the dust jacket of the complete book of marvels, 1941. A 1941 book titled richard halliburtons complete book of marvels. Richard halliburtons complete book of marvels thriftbooks. There is a small custom bookplate on the first endpage.
Richard halliburton stared in the movie india speaks, playing the part of a young american traveling in india and tibet in search of adventure. Besides these there are a score of less familiar wonders, of nature and. Visit wonders both natural and manmade, places youve heard about, and others you wont believe you didnt know about before. Marvels of the orient welcome to this page giving more information about the marvels visited by richard halliburton and recorded in his books marvels of the occident and marvels of the orient. Richard halliburtons complete book of marvels abebooks. Richard halliburtons complete book of marvels richard. You can select the chapter youd like to see either by clicking on the book below, or from the menu at the top of the screen. Combining his two earlier works on both the orient and the occident, it is full of details, insights, and beautiful photos from around the world. I may consider a reasonable offer if you are so inclined. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Richard halliburtons complete book of marvels book. A sure seller, this first of two volumes, dealing with wonders of the occidental world, descriptive, with enough of the personal to carry conviction. Buy richard halliburton s complete book of marvels. Viewing 15 posts 1 through 15 of 27 total 1 2 author posts august 26, 2012 at 11.
This book, published in 1941 by the bobbsmerrill company of indianapolis, combines previously published material from richard halliburtons book of marvels. Knowing what to look for, i have been able to take advantage of business trips to visit local marvels identified in halliburton s book. I found a 1941 copy of this book at a military drmo sale for a quarter in berlin, germany in 1990 just after the fall of the berlin wall. Although i have somehow lost the complete book of marvels, i sent this to my 9 year old grandson. I joined the military with europe guarranteed in my contract because of my thirst to see the world. Richard halliburton s complete book of marvels by richard halliburton, 1941, the bobbsmerrill company edition, in english.
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