Boyd Alexander Editor (7 results)

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. El Cerrito, CA: Dustbooks. 1967. First Edition. Magazine. Pictorial wrappers [about 5.25" x 8.5"], saddle-stapled, 40+ pages, briefly illustrated. Poet Percival R. Roberts III has written his name ["PRRobertsIII"] to the upper right corner of the front cover. Very good with light toning to covers at spine. See photos 14E.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. First Edition. This book is straight and tight with pencil price on front free endpaper. The back pastedown has a book shop plate (very small) and pencil note. It has red linen boards with blue circle containing gold print on spine. The jacket spine is aged and yellowed, some chips esp. at spine, a few tears, and some staining but is now in protective cover. Edited with an introduction and notes by Boyd Alexander. This book covers Beckfords sojourn in Lisbon, Cintra and Madrid between May 1787 and January 1788 and differs considerably from his highly polished work in 1834. This book is from his original journal. The entries are extremely diverting and uninhibited. He vividly captures the society from that time. Very enjoyable. Proceeds from the sale of this book benefit environmental restoration and education.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 248 pages. 8.50x5.50x360.00 inches. In Stock.

New edition. 8vo. 315pp. + adverts. B/w. illustrations. Paperback in original pictorial grey wrapps. with white lettering to spine. Minor chip to tail of spine. ISBN 1845880692 US$15.

1957 1st edition with B&W illustrations; binding tight, spine yellowed; scattered foxing to page fore-edges, some of which has encroached slightly onto edges of pages internally; front free endpaper yellowed; a few discolouration spots elsewhere; otherwise, a good, tidy copy overall. Used - Good. Good hardback (no dust jacket) Used - Good. Good hardback (no dust jacket).

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. Presumed First U.K. Edition. 340 pages. Footnotes. Index. Some discoloration to DJ. DJ is in a plastic sleeve. Edited with an Introduction and Notes by Boyd Alexander. Includes Introduction; Note on the Manuscript; Acknowledgments; Glossary, Abbreviations, &c; Portuguese Journal 1787; Spanish Journal 1787-8; Appendix I: Marialva's Villa and Seteais; Appendix II: Genealogical Tables of the Connections of the Marialvas. Includes full page black and white drawing of William Beckford, aged 21, by Romney on the frontispiece. Also includes three full page black and white illustrations on pages 37-39; two pages of Beckford's Manuscript facing pages 36 and 140; and Illustrations of Henriqueta, Duchess of Lafoes, Mafra, a Map of Lisbon (fold-out), and a map of the Environs of Lisbon (fold-out). William Thomas Beckford (1 October 1760 - 2 May 1844) was an English novelist; an art collector and patron of works of decorative art, a critic, travel writer, and sometime politician, reputed at one stage in his life to be the richest commoner in England. He was Member of Parliament for Wells from 1784 to 1790, for Hindon from 1790 to 1795 and 1806 to 1820. He is remembered as the builder of the remarkable lost Fonthill Abbey and Lansdown Tower ("Beckford's Tower"), Bath, and especially for his art collection. His other principal writings were Memoirs of Extraordinary Painters (1780), a satirical work; and Letters from Italy with Sketches of Spain and Portugal (1834), full of brilliant descriptions of scenes and manners. Boyd Alexander has edited the diaries, and provided an introduction and a large number of notes. In 1834, William Beckford of Fonthill, the author of Vathek, published an enchanting and highly polished work on which one volume described his travels as a young man in Spain and Portugal. The original journal is now for the first time printed. It covers a great part of his sojourn in Lisbon, Cintra, and Madrid between May 1787 and January 1788. In Lisbon, Beckford was ignored by most of the English colony, but being an accomplished and very wealthy man of 27, he captivated Portuguese high society. Known as the "Fool of Fonthill" for his eccentricity, William Beckford was ostracized by polite society after being accused of having an improper relationship with a young boy, and soon after was forced to flee England. In early 1787 he arrived in Lisbon, the first stop on a journey to his plantations in Jamaica, but due to terrible sea-sickness, he decided to stay. However, despite his popularity with the Portuguese nobility, the scandal that had forced him to leave England again forced him to move on to Spain in November 1787. Here, in true Beckford style, he became entangled with an older married woman, a young married girl, and a twelve-year-old boy all at the same time. The account of his Iberian sojourn is at times scathing but often witty, as Beckford in turns bemoans his lot and then rhapsodizes about a new love affair. The Journal of William Beckford provides a fascinating and entertaining account of Beckford's time in Portugal and Spain, while offering a tantalizing glimpse into the life of someone famous for his hedonistic and unconventional behavior.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1876. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 703, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 703 703.