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Russell Grimwade by Benjamin Thomas & John Poynter (Hardcover, 1967) 1st Edition
By "Benjamin Thomas John Poynter"
1967 • Hardcover • Miegunyah Press
Description
Title: Russell Grimwade
Author/Publisher: Benjamin Thomas John Poynter (Miegunyah Press)
Publication Year: 1967
Format: First Edition Illustrated Hardcover with Dust Jacket
Ex-Library Book: This book is an ex-library book. As shown in the photos, there is some remnants of this. Where possible the library barcodes, contact covering, RFID label and paperwork are removed from our books, however if we feel it will damage the book, we will keep it in place.
Synopsis
This seminal work, 'Russell Grimwade', offers an authoritative biographical account of one of Australia's most distinguished figures. Authored by Benjamin Thomas John Poynter, this is the coveted first edition, published in 1967 by the esteemed Miegunyah Press, renowned for its scholarly and significant Australian titles.
Presented as a detailed non-fiction narrative intended for an adult readership, the book meticulously explores the life and achievements of Russell Grimwade, a pivotal personality in Australian history. Its illustrated nature further enriches the reader's engagement with his world and enduring legacy.
- An Australian Visionary's Journey: Delve into the remarkable life of Russell Grimwade, an eminent Australian industrialist, scientist, and philanthropist, whose pioneering spirit and extensive contributions left an indelible mark on the nation's development throughout the 20th century.
- Visualising a Legacy: Enhanced by numerous illustrations, the volume provides invaluable visual context, offering a deeper understanding of the key moments, significant individuals, and scientific endeavours that shaped Grimwade's extraordinary career and personal life.
As a first edition from a distinguished publisher, this volume is an essential acquisition for collectors of Australian biography and history, offering an authoritative and compelling insight into a figure whose influence resonated profoundly across the continent.
Condition
This item has been professionally inspected and is in Acceptable condition. Please refer to the photographs for detailed visual assessment.
Specifications
| Format | Hardcover |
| Condition | Acceptable |
| Publisher | Miegunyah Press |
| Year | 1967 |
| Type | Not Specified |
| Genre | Biographies & True Stories |
| Signed | No |
| Edition | 1st Edition |
| Vintage | Yes |
| Features | Dust Jacket, Ex-Library, Illustrated |
| Language | English |
| Ex Libris | No |
| Inscribed | No |
| Book Title | Russell Grimwade |
| Item Width | 3.1 cm |
| Item Height | 25.2 cm |
| Item Length | 19.2 cm |
| Item Weight | 1343 g |
| Personalised | No |
| Custom Bundle | No |
| Narrative Type | Non-Fiction |
| Intended Audience | Adults |
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