Language: English
Published by State of Maassachusetts, Boston, MA, 1848
Seller: Dorley House Books, Inc., Hagerstown, MD, U.S.A.
First Edition
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. 1st. 1st printing; disbound; 71 clean, unmarked pages.
Language: English
Published by Wm. C. Bryant & Co., Printers, New York, 1863
Seller: Kaaterskill Books, ABAA/ILAB, East Jewett, NY, U.S.A.
First Edition
Stitched paper wrappers. Condition: Near Fine. First edition. 17 pp. 8vo. Everett's paper reprinted from the New York Ledger; John Quincy Adams' letter on the Monroe Doctrine, dated Aug. 11, 1837, reprinted from the Providence Journal; and "The balance of power in Europe" is an "extract from a speech of the Right Hon. George Canning on the relations of Portugal, in the House of Commons, December 12th, 1826." List of the first 36 publications of the society on the back wrapper. Sabin 23258. A chip on the front wrapper else internally a near fine copy.
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
US$ 17.10
Quantity: Over 20 available
Add to basketPaperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book unveils the life and literary legacy of Washington Irving, a renowned American author and historian of the 19th century. The author delves into Irving's journey from a young writer to a literary icon, exploring the influences that shaped his unique style and the historical context that informed his works. Through an examination of Irving's major contributions, including "The Life and Voyages of Columbus" and "The Life of Washington," the book highlights his profound impact on American literature and his role in establishing a distinct American voice. The author also sheds light on Irving's personal life, his relationship with notable figures, and the challenges he faced as an author in a rapidly changing literary landscape. Ultimately, this book offers a captivating and comprehensive exploration of Washington Irving's literary genius and the enduring legacy he left on American history and culture. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.
Published by New York: Wm. C. Bryant, Printers, 1863, 1863
Seller: Up-Country Letters, Gardnerville, NV, U.S.A.
First Edition
New York: Wm. C. Bryant, Printers, 1863. First edition. Original printed wrappers (cover title). A list of the first 36 publications of the society on the back wrapper. The society had been formed to support the civil war effort of the federal government. Spine chipped, wrappers a little stained. A Very Good copy.
Published by Dutton and Wentworth, Boston, 1848
Seller: Tavistock Books, ABAA, Reno, NV, U.S.A.
First Edition
1st printing (Sabin 23251). 71, [1 (blank)] pp. 8vo. 9-1/2" x 6" Expected bit of wear, soiling & age-toning. Paper wear at spine ends, which shows a faint tide-line along backstrip. Faint pencil pos to top of front cover. Withal, a VG copy. Blue paper wrappers with black title lettering printed to front wrapper. Now housed in a clear archival mylar wrapper.
Published by Williasm L. Lewis, Congress Street, Boston, 1826
Seller: James Cummins Bookseller, ABAA, New York, NY, U.S.A.
36pp. 8vo. Condition: Original wrappers, covers off. 36pp. 8vo. Both Adams and Jefferson died July 4, 1826.