Gide Andrew (28 results)

paperback. Condition: Very Good.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Paperback. Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: New.

Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. Strait Is the Gate (La Porte Etroite). Book.

Condition: New. In.

Paperback. Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: Used. Step right up, ladies and gentlemen, and behold "The Counterfeiters," a literary masterpiece by Andrew Gide, published in the swinging year of 1966?when the world was spinning in psychedelic colors and the only thing more questionable than fashion choices was, well, the integrity of currency. This isn?t just a book; it?s a philosophical rumination on the art of imitation and the art of life itself, packaged in a cover that may or may not be older than your grandmother?s sitting room wallpaper. Who knew that counterfeiting could lead to such profound questions about authenticity? Spoiler: it?s not just about money. As you flip through the weathered pages, you may experience a delightful sense of déjà vu, as if you?ve accidentally stumbled into a dusty library of existential musings while looking for a romance novel. Within this tome, you?ll question your own reality?are you a genuine article or merely a counterfeit version of yourself? And if so, is it really such a bad thing? Gide invites you to ponder if authenticity is merely a social construct, or if we?re all just impersonating someone we saw on the telly. Set against a backdrop of early 20th-century Paris, where every corner café might just be a front for a clandestine operation, Gide?s narrative is as layered as a fine mille-feuille made by a pastry chef who?s definitely had one too many absinthes. Expect a parade of characters so vividly drawn that they might just leap out of the pages, throw on a beret, and start debating the merits of modern art versus classical sculpture. Truly, who wouldn?t want to engage in spirited discussions over a glass of wine while contemplating the fine line between real and fake? In a world plagued by the dualities of existence?truth versus falsehood, art versus imitation, and whether it?s acceptable to wear socks with sandals?Gide challenges readers to reassess their values. Here?s a book that isn?t just about con artistry but an exploration of self-deception, the societal norms we often adhere to, and the occasional absurdity of it all. Who knew counterfeit could be so enlightening? Or perhaps it?s just a clever ploy to distract us from our own bank accounts? Now, before you rush to claim your copy, let?s address the tactile experience. This edition, released by Penguin, has undergone enough wear and tear to be designated a ?used? book suitable for the discerning bibliophile who appreciates a touch of character in their reads. The spine may bear the creases of many late-night philosophical debates, and the pages might have that delightful old book smell?like the attic of a long-forgotten relative, which is both disconcerting and oddly comforting. Condition: Used, as sold by Crappy Old Books. Expect pages that have seen better days, perhaps with the odd coffee stain reminiscent of an existential crisis at 3 AM. The cover may look like it once hosted a rigorous discussion on the nature of reality while being subjected to the whims of a particularly aggressive cat. But fear not, for the contents remain tantalizingly intact, ready to guide you through the murky waters of philosophical counterfeiting. So grab your beret, pour yourself a questionable glass of cheap Bordeaux, and let Gide?s insights seep into your very being. After all, who wouldn?t want to question the very fabric of their existence over a good read? This is not just a book; it?s a ticket to a thinking person?s soirée, where everyone is invited, even the counterfeiters among us. And let?s face it, you could do worse than nabbing a copy from Crappy Old Books?because sometimes, the best treasures are hidden in the most unassuming places.

Paperback. Condition: Used; Good. **SHIPPED FROM UK** We believe you will be completely satisfied with our quick and reliable service. All orders are dispatched as swiftly as possible! Buy with confidence! Greener Books.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

SIX VOLUMES SOLD AS SET, ASSOCIATION COPIES OF ANDREW WYLIE : Styron, William [personal copy of Andrew Wylie, signed] The Long March Vintage, 1962 Second printing Near fine and bright stiff wraps with strong spine and clean text throughout. Signed fully by the poet and literary agent Andrew Wylie on the opening flyleaf / Anderson, Maxwell [personal copy of Andrew Wylie, signed] Three Plays Joan of Lorraine / Valley Forge / Journey to Jerusalem Washington Square, 1962 First edition Near fine stiff wraps with strong square spine and crisp bright text throughout. Signed by the poet and literary agent Andrew Wylie "A. Wylie" on the opening flyleaf Drama / Kopit, Arthur [personal copy of Andrew Wylie, signed] The Day The Horse Came Out To Play Tennis And Other Plays Hill and Wang, 1965 First edition Close to fine and bright stiff wraps with strong square spine and crisp bright text throughout. Signed by the poet and literary agent Andrew Wylie on the opening flyleaf Drama / Miller, Arthur [personal copy of Andrew Wylie, signed] A View From The Bridge Bantam, 1961 First edition Very good softcover with strong spine and clean text. Signed by the poet and literary agent Andrew Wylie on the opening flyleaf Drama / Dreiser, Theodore [personal copy of Andrew Wylie, signed] An American Tragedy Dell, 1962 Very early edition with cover price of 95 cents Near fine stiff wraps with strong spine and crisp bright text throughout. Signed by the poet and literary agent Andrew Wylie on the opening flyleaf Literature / Gide, Andre [personal copy of Andrew Wylie, signed] Strait As The Gate Vintage, 1961 Translated from the French by Dorothy Bussy. Very good or better softcover with clean text throughout. Signed "A. Wylie" (the poet and literary agent Andrew Wylie) on the half title page Literature.

Paperback. Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fair. 1st Edition. True first British printing (of this Cresset Press edition) with original unclipped jacket (8/6). First thus. With an introduction by Andre Gide. Jacket has faults - namely edge/shelf wear, a few tears, little patchy loss (mainly to head/tail of spine and to corners), creasing/rubbing to edges, patchy browning (including to spine), a few marks, the odd spot of foxing, a little pushing/rubbing to head/tail of spine, pushing/bumping to corners, patchy browning/odd small marks/spots of foxing to reverse (white side), a little creasing/rubbing/browning to front/back inner flaps and is in only fair condition. Boards are near fine (having been well protected by the jacket) with minor pushing/bumping to a couple of corners and minor pushing/rubbing to head/tail of spine. Pages are generally clean and the binding is tight. Pages are a little tanned. End-papers tanned. Very occasional small mark/spot of foxing to pages. No other faults. All books described honestly and accurately. Paypal accepted.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: New. Print on Demand pp. 112 1:B&W 5.5 x 8.5 in or 216 x 140 mm (Demy 8vo) Perfect Bound on Creme w/Gloss Lam.

Condition: New. Print on Demand pp. 112.

Condition: New. PRINT ON DEMAND pp. 112.

Soft cover. Condition: Good. L'Offrande Lyrique (Gitanjali). By Ravindranath Tagore. 1st French edition and translated by Andrew Gide. 1913. 132 + [4] pp. 6.75" x 4.25". Softcover with original covers. Overall good, with some discoloration and light scuffing to exterior. Covers remain affixed and text block remains bound well. Light markings at front. Marked as #137 of 500 total copies. Includes detached errata slip at rear. General age-related toning to pages, along with periodic foxing and wear. Please see photographs and ask any questions prior to purchasing. A scarce first edition in French. Ravindranath Tagore (1861-1941) was a Bengali polymath who was the first Asian to win a Nobel Prize in any category, receiving a Nobel Prize for Literature in 1913. A rare limited edition in its original covers.

Paperback / softback. Condition: New. This item is printed on demand. New copy - Usually dispatched within 5-9 working days.

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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - 'Strait is the Gate', first published in 1909 in France as 'La Porte etroite', is a novel about the failure of love in the face of the narrowness of the moral philosophy of Protestantism. --- André Gide (1869 - 1951) was a French author and winner of the Nobel Prize in literature in 1947. Gide's career spanned from the symbolist movement to the advent of anticolonialism in between the two World Wars. Gide's work can be seen as an investigation of freedom and empowerment in the face of moralistic and puritan constraints, and gravitates around his continuous effort to achieve intellectual honesty. His self-exploratory texts reflect his search of how to be fully oneself, without at the same time betraying one's values. --- 'For Gide was very different from the picture most people had of him. He was the very reverse of an aesthete, and, as a writer, had nothing in common with the doctrine of art for art's sake. He was a man deeply involved in a specific struggle, a specific fight, who never wrote a line which he did not think was of service to the cause he had at heart.' (Francois Mauriac).

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Strait Is the Gate (La Porte Etroite) | Andre Gide | Taschenbuch | Kartoniert / Broschiert | Englisch | 2007 | Mondial | EAN 9781595690623 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, 36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr[at]libri[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu Print on Demand.