Bowes James L (119 results)

Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. First edition, first printing of this collection of two novelets and five short stories. Featured are Retrospect by Ann Miller (novelet), If Angels Fight by Richard Bowes (novelet), Balancing Accounts by James L Cambias (short story), Memoirs of the Witch Queen by Ron Goulart (short story), Petri Parousia by Matthew Hughes (short story), Bread and Circus by Steven Popkes (short story) and Philologos, or A Murder in Bistrita by James D MacDonald (short story). Slight edgewear. In Near Fine Condition.…

Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. First edition, First printing of this collection of a novella, three novelets and six short stories. Featured are Dankden by Marc Laidlaw (novella), Lifeboat on a Burning Sea by Bruce Holland Rogers (novelet), Sheep's Clothing by Dale Bailey (novelet), The True History of the End of the World by Jonathan Lethem, John Kessel and James Patrick (novelet), At Darlington's by Richard Bowes (short story), The Singing Marine by Kit Reed (short story), But Now Am Found by Nina Kiriki Hoffman (short story) Count on Me by Ray Vukcevich (short story), Pulling Hard Time by Harlan Ellison (short story) and Nest Egg by John Morressy (short story). Slight edge wear. In Near Fine Condition. …

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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

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HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

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HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. Bound with green linen over the spine and illustrated cream paper covered boards. Wear to edges, fading and discoloration, spine title nearly invisible but remaining robust. Hinge and text block firm, ex-libris paste-down inside the front. Pages age-toned, end papers and page edges browned but otherwise pages smooth and clean with illustrative plates.…

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

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Hardcover. Condition: Fair. [iv], 44 pages + 2 plates. The first double page plate shows the plan of the museum. This is larger than the page size and the edges are now folded in on themselves, but they are very worn, frayed and torn where they once overlapped the text. The second plate is a single page and also folded, but not frayed at all. In old cloth covered boards which are a little worn. Light browning to pages.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware.

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - This book, from the series Primary Sources: Historical Books of the World (Asia and Far East Collection), represents an important historical artifact on Asian history and culture. Its contents come from the legions of academic literature and research on the subject produced over the last several hundred years. Covered within is a discussion drawn from many areas of study and research on the subject. From analyses of the varied geography that encompasses the Asian continent to significant time periods spanning centuries, the book was made in an effort to preserve the work of previous generations.…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book deepens our knowledge of Japanese pottery and invites us to reconsider some accepted truths about the field. The author, an authority on the subject, challenges prevailing ideas about the relative value of different types of pottery, particularly the elevation of undecorated over decorated ware. The book positions Japanese ceramics within their cultural context, discussing historical influences that shaped their development. It examines the artistic merits of each type of ware, providing a nuanced understanding of their aesthetics and craftsmanship. The author also tackles the problem of misattribution and forgery, offering guidance on how to identify genuine pieces based on their marks and seals. This book is an indispensable resource for anyone interested in Japanese art, offering a comprehensive and thought-provoking analysis of its enduring legacy. 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.…

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the ancient and exquisite art of cloisonnà enamelling upon copper bases in Japan. This technique originated in China and developed in distinct ways in Japan. The author traces the origins of Japanese cloisonnà enamelling from the Early period, through the Middle period, to the Export period. The author describes the characteristics of the different periods, and how they evolved. In addition to examining the techniques and styles, the book also addresses the social and cultural significance of this art form, shedding light on its evolution and the impact of foreign influences. Overall, this book provides a comprehensive analysis of Japanese cloisonnà enamelling, revealing the artistry and cultural significance of this enduring tradition. 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.…