The History of the Bristol Tractor 1932 to 1947, Geoff Stannard — 1st Ed

£30.00

The History of the Bristol Tractor 1932 to 1947, Geoff Stannard — 1st Ed

Name: The History of the Bristol Tractor 1932 to 1947, Geoff Stannard — 1st Ed
Brand: Broadhursts Books
SKU: 6318
Price: 30.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Write Review

In stock

£30.00

Shipping is calculated at checkout.

Publication: Lewes, Sussex, The Book Guild Ltd., 1993

Formatting: 8vo, pp. 176.

Condition Report: Near Fine. The unclipped dust jacket is wonderfully vibrant and intact, displaying only the most marginal hints of handling and edge-wear to the extremities. Beneath the protective jacket, the original dark blue cloth boards are immaculate, boasting sharp, unbumped corners, stiff spine tips, and resplendent gilt lettering that remains entirely unoxidised. The binding is notably taut and square, yielding a crisp, tight feel indicative of an unread volume. Internally, the pages are exceptionally bright, clean, and free from any foxing, tearing, or distressing, presenting a superior and highly presentable text block.

Catalogue Note: First published in 1993 by The Book Guild Ltd., this is a highly presentable First Edition of Geoffrey Stannard's definitive history of the Bristol Tractor. The volume is bound in its original publisher's dark blue cloth with striking gilt titles to the spine, and remains protected by its original, vibrantly illustrated dust jacket.

The text is thoroughly illustrated throughout, charting the year-by-year evolution and mechanical alterations of the Bristol tractor, and features the scale drawings and historical photographs that are crucial for restorers and collectors.

While modern agricultural histories are relatively abundant, Stannard's focused treatise on the Bristol Tractor, often known as "the little tractor with the big pull," has become increasingly uncommon on the open market, particularly in such well-preserved condition. It remains an essential reference for agricultural machinery enthusiasts, historians, and restorers alike.

Known affectionately as "the little tractor with the big pull," the Bristol Tractor was a marvel of all-British design, labour, and materials. First introduced in 1932, it evolved through numerous models over fifteen years, earning global export success. In this authoritative and lovingly researched history, Geoffrey Stannard offers a comprehensive, year-by-year exploration of the tractor's mechanical evolution. Richly illustrated with scale drawings and archival photographs, this manual serves as both an engaging historical account and an indispensable technical resource for collectors, restorers, and vintage machinery enthusiasts dedicated to keeping the Bristol legacy alive.

Book Condition: Near Fine

Book Authors: Geoff Stannard

Book Publisher: The Book Guild Ltd.

Book Language: English

Narrative Type: Non-Fiction

Genre: Automotive

Book edition: First Edition

Signed: No

Book Pages: 176

Book Publication Year: 1993

Book Publication Date:

Book Binding: Hardcover with Dust Jacket

Illustrator: N/A

Book Series: N/A

Country/region of manufacture: Chippenham, Wiltshire, United Kingdom

Book Dimensions:

Book Condition Guide

We stock thousands of books in a wide range of conditions. To make things clear and to help you know exactly what to expect, Please refer to these condition categories to understand the condition of the book you will receive.

Condition	Description
New	A brand-new, unread and professionally handled book. Carefully preserved from publication to purchase, these books are offered in the best attainable condition. This grade applies to recently published titles that have not entered long-term storage.
As New	The book is in pristine, original condition as if just published. No signs of use or handling. The dust jacket (if present) is equally flawless. This grade applies to any book that has remained untouched in storage for years.
Fine	The book is close to As New. It remains bright and attractive, but could show minor imperfections to the boards and/or dust jacket (if present). Its pages are typically clean and unmarked.
Near Fine	The book has a number of small flaws, i.e. slight rubbing to the edges, or tiny chips or creases to the dust jacket (if present). Its pages may have faint marks, or creases that are barely perceptible — nothing that detracts from their overall condition.
Very Good	The book maintains its structural integrity, and has no major flaws such as tears to its binding or pages. It may, however, show signs of careful use, handling, or storage — small marks and creases, light foxing. Its dust jacket (if present) remains fully intact, but small tears may be present.
Good	A book that remains intact and readable with complete text pages, but shows moderate signs of wear and use to both the book and dust jacket (if present). It may have noticeable creases, nicks, or stains, and the spine likely shows fading, bumping, and rubbing. There could be writing, underlining, and other marks on some pages, though the majority will be clean and tidy.
Fair	A book with significant wear or damage. The text pages will be complete, but there may be heavy underlining, highlighting and staining throughout, and the book’s endpapers, half-title, and copyright pages could be damaged or missing. The binding could be loose, and the dust jacket (if present) may have notable scuffs or tears. These copies are usually of interest for content, signature(s) or scarcity.
Poor	A heavily worn book whose value lies in its complete and legible text. A poor book will have substantial defects — loose joints or hinges, detached covers, loose and/or missing pages, and could be heavily soiled. A poor book is also known as a reading copy, and although compromised, can hold historical or bibliographic significance.