Crowe Rev William (9 results)

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

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

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

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

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book, a unique and thought-provoking exploration of the British theatre, traces its evolution from its humble beginnings in religious mystery plays to its flourishing as a significant cultural force. The author provides an in-depth analysis of the theatre's impact on society, examining the ways in which it has reflected and shaped British values, beliefs, and identity. Through insightful readings of iconic plays and incisive commentary on the work of influential playwrights, the book uncovers the complex relationship between the theatre and the broader currents of British history and culture. Ultimately, the book sheds light on the enduring power of the theatre as a medium for social commentary, entertainment, and artistic expression, solidifying its place as an essential pillar of British cultural heritage. 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.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. London: John Murray, 1827. First edition. [viii],334,[2]pp. §With a 34 page Introduction on 'Writers on English Versification'. Crowe's poem 'Lewesdon Hill' had appeared in 1788. "How little is Crowe known, even to persons who are fond of poetry! Yet his Lewesdon Hill is full of noble passages", in the words of his friend Samuel Rogers. Original drab boards with printed paper label to spine, top edge rough, others untrimmed. Chip to edge of label, several letters hard to discern. Early ink ownership name (J. Parkinson?) to front free endpaper. Dent to lower board at fore-edge, trace of wear to head of spine. An unsophisticated copy, in very good condition.…

Hardcover. Stated "The Third Edition." 4 x 6.5in. x. 115pp. Publisher's paper-covered boards. GOOD. Shows the boards and edges shelf rubbed with surface losses, former owner names of the period at the front endpaper, otherwise the binding is secure and tight, the text is completely unmarked, and the boards remain distinct. As pictured.…

Full-Leather. Condition: Good. Third Edition, 1804. The Other Poems include "Romulus", From Lucretius & The British Theatre. Contemporary Brown Full-Leather Binding with Gilt Decoration on spine dividing it into compartments. Poetry to page 91 Followed by a section of Notes continuing the pagination to 115. 6 1/2" Tall, 190g. Front board detached but present. Front free endpaper missing. Antique inscription "Frederick Choppin from his friend Nathaniel Dodson", on half-title page. No other inscriptions. Only a very occasional small spot of foxing, otherwise pages in very good, clean condition. Size: 16mo - over 5¾" - 6¾" tall.…

Half Calf. Condition: Good. Third Edition. x, 115 pp. Half calf over marbled boards, gilt lettering and decoration to spine, blind decorative ruling to boards, marbled edges and endpapers. Loss to hinges and slight splitting to head and tail, some wear to corners and extremities, boards lightly stained, some foxing to leaves. Ink ownership inscription to front and an elegant handwritten full-page gift inscription to ffep in ink: 'As a testimony of Regard to Instruction, this book is presented to Miss Jemima Craze as a reward for Writing and Ciphering with the hope of encouraging Future Endeavours, by J: D, Haddon' (there's a pencil date of 1821). Small bookplate of J. O. Edwards to paste-down. 16.3 cms tall. Small 8vo.…