Edited Edith Clay (7 results)

Condition: Fair. No Jacket. 1st edition. Cover dampstained. xxiv, 232 pp. Weight: 1 Language: English Publisher?s blue cloth, no jacket.

Hardback. Edited By Edith Clay With An Introduction By Harold Acton, London (Longmans). Author: Edited By Edith Clay With An Introduction By Harold ActonBinding: HardbackPublished: London (Longmans), 1965Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damagePages: GoodMarkings: SignedCondition remarks: wear, tanning and mildew marks on external dust cover; plastic dust sleeve added later to preserve book's condition; mildew marks on spine; minor yellowing of first few internal front and back pages; signed by previous ownerThis compelling historical travelogue chronicles a fascinating journey through the vibrant landscapes and rich cultural tapestry of Southern Italy. The narrative presents a vivid portrait of the region, detailing its unique customs, historical significance, and the lives of its inhabitants during a specific era. Readers will discover an evocative and scholarly account, enriched by insightful commentary that illuminates the historical context and personal experiences within the Italian South. This volume offers a captivating glimpse into a bygone era, making it an essential read for enthusiasts of history, travel, and Italian culture. Hardback.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good+. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 254 pp. Original brown cloth covers w/ gilt title on spine. Faint sunning to bottom edges; spine ends a bit bumped. DJ has light edge wear w/ approx. 1/4" closed tear at bottom edge of front panel. Illust. w/ b/w plates. Contents very nice.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. Blue boards and spine, the latter lettered in gilt; boards flecked with small pale spots. Jacket a little browned and some small abrasions to its top edge.

First edition hard back binding in publisher's original cornflower blue cloth covers, gilt and blue title and author block lettering to the spine. 8vo. 9'' x 6''. Published originally in 1868 recounting Ramage's unaccompanied tour of Southern Italy in 1828. Contains [xxi] 232 printed pages of text with monochrome illustrations throughout. Henry Sotheran Booksellers ticket inside. From the private library of Charles Benson (remote family connection to William Gilpin) with his bookplate to the front free end paper. Near Fine condition book in Very Good condition dust wrapper with minor rubs to the tips and corners, not price clipped, 45/-. Dust wrapper supplied in archive acetate film protection, it does not adhere to the book or to the dust wrapper. Member of the P.B.F.A. ITALY (History & Culture).

Un volume (22 cm) di 182 pagine, antiporta illustrata e 13 illustrazioni fuori testo. In lingua inglese. Tela editoriale con sovracoperta illustrata. Ottime condizioni.

1st edition. Half leather binding with brown cloth boards. Five raised bands to spine. Gilt lettering on black leather patch to compartments 2 and 4. Blind stamped decoration to other compartments. 10ins x 6.25ins, xlv, (i), 253pp plus colour frontis and 16pp plates. The plates are by William Pars and an appreciation of his work by andrew wilton precedes the text. The text is based on the 1825 edition. Near F copy in a handsome leather binding.