Dr. James Alexander MacKay bol plodný škótsky spisovateľ a filatelista. Jeho povesť utrpela kvôli odsúdeniu za krádež a opakovaným obvineniam z plagiátorstva. Napriek tomu bol opísaný ako „filatelistický spisovateľ bezkonkurenčný“. Jeho literárna tvorba bola rozsiahla a rôznorodá.
Vynikajúca kniha pre začínajúcich aj pokročilých filatelistov. Obsahuje kapitoly o histórii známok, ich vlastnostiach, tvorbe a výrobe, o zberateľstve, ako aj systematický zberateľský zemepis sveta s ukážkami najvýznamnejších známok jednotlivých štátov.
A fascinating history of collecting, visual directory of stamps, and guidance on acquiring your own.
A directory of the world's greatest stamps, the history of philately and the stories behind the most collectable stamps, and step-by-step advice on creating and preserving a collection.
A global directory of the world's greatest stamps, including photographs of over 3000 examples from more than 200 countries. Step-by-step instructions on mounting stamps for display and preserving their condition, with examples of useful tools and accessories.
The poems in Very Friendly Weapon run the course of an impossible year, the accumulation of several years' explorations and discoveries: poet James M'Kay travels as far as Turkey and Tennessee while still struggling to leave Tyneside, developing interests in death, flying, and regular metre.
A full-colour global guide to world coinage, from its origins in the 7th century BC to the present day, featuring coins and collectables from up to 200 countries.
From the Mesolithic era to the 1997 referendum that restored the Scottish parliament, this compact volume offers a chronological overview of Scotlandâ€s history. The events, people and political changes that had a significant impact on the country are introduced in 150 illustrated entries, including the arrival of the Celts and clashes with Romans, Vikings and the English.
Micropedia of World Facts Ranging from prehistory offers a wealth of information from all over the globe and incorporating all areas of interest. It encompasses a comprehensive range of subjects from every aspect of the natural, historical, geographical, social and cultural. Bringing together the amazing, the thought-provoking and the downright bizarre, this fascinating reference book contains over 3,500 facts, figures and statistics - everything you need to know about the world in which we live at your fingertips.
Culturally significant, this work has been preserved to reflect its original form, including copyright references and library stamps. It serves as a vital part of the knowledge base of civilization, offering insights into historical contexts and preserving the integrity of the original artifact. Scholars recognize its importance, making it a valuable resource for understanding cultural heritage.