Blood Lines (1989 Limited Edition) — Nash Buckingham | Leather-Bound, Gilt Edges, Hunting & Fishing Sporting Essays

This handsome 1989 Premier Press limited edition of Blood Lines brings Nash Buckingham’s beloved stories of hunting, fishing, sporting dogs, and early American fieldcraft to life in a beautifully crafted binding.

Buckingham’s essays hold a special place in outdoor literature, blending rich storytelling with a sportsman’s deep respect for the natural world. 

This collector’s edition features gilt page edges, a satin ribbon marker, and crisp illustrations that enhance Buckingham’s vivid tales. Photo-verified and ready to enjoy, it’s a striking addition to any sporting or outdoor-heritage library.

Quick Specs

• Item Type: Book
• Size: 9.5 × 6 × 1 inches
• Material: Faux leather boards, gilt-edged pages
• Color: Deep navy blue with gold stamping
• Origin or Maker: The Premier Press, Charlotte, North Carolina
• Year or Era: 1989
• GENRE: Hunting & Fishing Sporting Essays
• Language / Pages: English / 227 pages

Edition & Features

• Edition/Printing: Limited Edition — Copy #1177 of 3000
• Dust Jacket: Not provided (publisher-issued leatherette binding; no dust jacket produced)
• Illustrations/Maps/Plates: Black-and-white illustrations and photographic plates
• Extras: Gilt page edges, satin ribbon marker, decorative endpapers

Condition Grade: Very Good+

Notes: Boards clean with strong gilt stamping; slight rubbing to edges. Gilt page edges bright with minimal shelfwear. Interior pages clean, crisp, and unmarked. Ex-libris embossing on front endpaper. Tight binding. A well-preserved collector’s copy with only gentle signs of handling.

• See all photos for detail—sold as pictured.

Condition Grade Key
Near Fine: minimal wear; tight; clean.
Very Good: light wear; clean text; minor flaws.
Good: noticeable wear; sound reading copy; some marks.
Fair: heavy wear; complete but worn; priced accordingly.

Provenance & Notes

• Ex-libris embossed stamp on front endpaper.
• Otherwise no inscriptions or bookplates.

About the Author: Nash Buckingham

Nash Buckingham (1880–1971) is one of America’s most iconic sporting writers, known for his warm, humorous, and deeply respectful accounts of waterfowl hunting, retrieving dogs, and the sporting traditions of the early 20th century. His storytelling shaped generations of hunters and outdoor enthusiasts.

A striking limited edition that brings Buckingham’s storytelling—and sporting heritage—to life.

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