Gordon General Charles (20 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. (1963); Near Fine/Very Good dj, octavo, 224pp., brown cloth hardcover, vg unclipped ($6.00) with some foxing on front panel, map endpapers, binding tight, text unmarked.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. B/w (illustrator). 1st. First American Edition; dj w/unclikpped pricem in mylar; lite foxing; 504 clean, unmarked pages/index. SIGNED & Insc By Author.

Octavo, cloth, 224 pp. Frontis. portrait, illus. Fine in a Near-Fine dust jacket. Middle East, Sudan, Nile River, Egypt, Moslem Mahdi, Islam.

octavo hardcover in dustwrapper (Near FINE); all our specials have minimal description to keep listing them viable. They are at least reading copies, complete and in reasonable condition, but usually secondhand; frequently they are superior examples. Ordering more than one book will reduce your overall postage costs.

Hard back binding in publisher's original illustrated blue cloth covered boards, blocked and lettered gilt back and front. 8vo. 7½'' x 5¼''. Gordon made his military reputation in China, where he was placed in command of the "Ever Victorious Army", a force of Chinese soldiers led by European officers which was instrumental in putting down the Taiping Rebellion, regularly defeating much larger forces. For these accomplishments, he was given the nickname "Chinese Gordon" and honours from both the Emperor of China and the British. Contains (xvi), 160 pp + 2 pp publisher's catalogue with over 30 monochrome illustrations and some photographs throughout. Tanning to the page edges, Wesleyan Methodist book plate inside, old dry surface stain tot he rear board. Member of the P.B.F.A. BIO (Résumé, Memoir).

First edition hard back binding in publisher's original deep navy cloth covered boards, blocked and lettered gilt back. 8vo. 8¾'' x 6''. Contains 447 pp with 7 monochrome illustrations and 3 maps throughout. Fine condition book in Very Good condition dust wrapper with rubbing to the edges and corners, not price clipped, 25s. Member of the P.B.F.A. BIO (Résumé, Memoir).

First edition hard back binding in publisher's original black cloth covered boards, blocked and lettered gilt back, scarlet lining papers. 8vo. 9¼'' x 6''. Contains (xliv), 267 pp with map, monochrome illustrations and photographs throughout. Very Good condition book in Good condition dust wrapper with rubbing to the spine ends and corners, not price clipped, 50s. Dust wrapper protected. Member of the P.B.F.A. NORTH AFRICA [Sudan].

First edition in publisher's original illustrated card wrap covers (soft back). 8vo. 8¼'' x 5¾''. Contains 40 mimeograph pages. In Very Good condition, no dust wrapper as issued. Member of the P.B.F.A. NORTH AFRICA [Sudan].

First edition in publisher's original illustrated card wrap covers (soft back). 8vo. 8¼'' x 5¾''. Contains 40 mimeograph pages. In Very Good condition, no dust wrapper as issued. Member of the P.B.F.A. NORTH AFRICA [Sudan].

No Binding. Condition: Very Good. An Original Antique Engraving, too large to post mounted (matted). This engraving is in full colour and shows a portrait of Major General Gordon in his uniform.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. [1st ed.], 4th printing ; 1 score (186 pages) ; 23 cm ; ISBN 9780193533219, 0193533219 ; OCLC 563267 ; blue cloth, not dustjacket ; Principally for chorus (SATB); in part with organ accompaniment ; English words ; "The present volume consisting of fifty easy anthems has been compiled in conjunction with the Committee on Public Worship and Aids to Devotion of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland."-- Preface ; Includes indexes ; Contents: Dearest Lord Jesu -- Come, Thou long expected Jesus -- Christ is the world's true light -- Shepherds loud their praises singing -- I sing of a maiden that is mateless -- Kings in glory -- Here lies he now -- Lord, for thy tender mercy's sake -- Ave verum (Jesu, word of God incarnate) -- We adore thee, O Lord Christ -- Jesu, hope of men despairing -- Good Christian men rejoice and sing -- He is risen -- The strife is o'er -- Alleluia! hearts to heaven -- Come, ye faithful -- Give laud unto the Lord -- A choral hymn for advent or ascensiontide -- Above all praise and all majesty -- All people at this hour -- Come, thou holy spirit, come -- Ye watchers and ye holy ones -- Pleasure it is -- Bless the Lord, O my soul -- The souls of the righteous -- O thou who at thy eucharist did'st pray -- My spirit longs for thee -- O holy Jesu -- O taste and see -- Ye servants of God -- O, praise God in his holiness -- Let all the world -- O Lord, I will praise thee -- All from the sun's uprise -- Help me, O Lord -- Come, sweetest death -- Flocks in pastures green abiding -- Forget me not -- O love of whom is truth and light -- Be peace on earth -- Jesu, the very thought of thee ; foxing to endpapers; else VG. Book.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. 1st Edition. First Edition (first printing). 8vo. lxv, 587pp. Red cloth lettered in gold at the spine and with Gordon's facsimile signature gilt-stamped to the head of the upper board. With an engraved tissue-protected portrait frontispiece, two two-colour maps including a multi-panel folding example at the rear, and thirty illustrations in the text from sketches by the author. The cloth a little faded at the backstrip, and with some wear and fraying to the spine ends, and just a touch of chafing to the corner tips. A repaired slit to the head of the lower joint. Binding cracked but sound at the front hinge. Top edge dust soiled. Ownership inkstamp of Anglican clergymen Rev. Herbert Maynard Smith and his brother Rev. J. Outram Smith to the base of the half-title. A good bright copy.

hardcover. Condition: Good. Cover has minor wear/tear. Pages are clean/intact.

First edition. 62 full page engravings. royal 8vo, original crimson cloth highly decorated with gilt, green, orange and black pictorial vignettes on the upper cover, gilt, orange and black designs on the spine, a.e.g. x, 468,12 ads. A very well preserved and tight copy in a beautifully decorated Victorian cloth binding An attractive example of Victorian biography. General Gordon became a national hero during the siege of Khartoum. During the siege, Gordon led the holding of the city for over three-hundred days. He watched daily as his compatriots died in battle and of disease. Left without aid or reinforcements for most of the siege, he was the last Englishman to die there. This volume chronicles the life of Gordon and his tragic death. In typical Victorian fashion, chapters on his personal life and lessons to be learned from his experiences are included as an epilogue.

Hard Cover. Condition: VG+. First Edition. 8vo. original red cloth gilt (spine sunning, a trifle rubbed, occ. spots, else clean & bright throughout); pp. [vi (last blank)], 532 (last blank), 48 (Pubs. cat., last blank), with tissue-guarded frontispiece, plate and folding colour map. Heavy item (1.75 kg), additional postage may be required for international delivery. A very good copy of a rare book. The Taiping Rebellion was a civil war in China between the Manchu-led Qing dynasty and the Hakka-led Taiping Heavenly Kingdom. It lasted from 1850 until the fall of the Taiping capital Tianjing (now Nanjing) in 1864, although the last rebel army was not wiped out until August 1871. In 1863 General Charles Gordon was appointed commander of the 'Ever Victorious Army', an expeditionary force assembled to protect British interests in China, leading it until the capture of Nanjing in 1864. The Ever Victorious Army was a mercenary force whose only loyalty was to money and whose men were interested in fighting only in order to gain the chance to plunder.Gordon felt very uncomfortable commanding this force and at one point had to order the summary execution of one of his officers when the latter tried to take the Ever-Victorious Army over to the Taipings, who had offered a generous bribe for switching sides. This book is an account of Gordon's expedition, edited from his journals by A. Egmont Hake.

8vo. 1 page. I have to resign my crown + go to Congo next month.".

préface par A. Egmont Hake. Traduit de l'anglais par M. A. B[ovet]. Avec notes et documents inédits. Paris, Didot, 1886, in-8, demi-chagrin marron, dos lisse [Rel. de l'époque]. Portrait frontispice, 2 ff.n.ch., pp. [v] à xliii et 454 pp., 1 f.n.ch, 2 cartes h.t. Édition originale de la traduction française. Le gouvernement britannique avait résolu de confier à Général Gordon la mission difficile de pacifier les provinces équatoriales et d'assurer la retraite des garnisons. Il partit tout de suite en Afrique où ses troupes furent cernées par les garnisons de Mahdi ; Gordon trouva la mort à Khartoum le 26 janvier 1885.

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1914 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. Pages: 874 As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 874 Language: English.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. 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 1914. 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: - 874, 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. 874.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good condition. Pyle, Howard (illustrator). First Edition. New York: Charles Scribner's Sons, 1889. Photograph available upon request. First Edition. A single issue of this monthly magazine. NOT print on demand or a modern reprint. Very Good condition. Cover has some light edgewear/small chips. Pages are clean and unmarked. NO owner's name or bookplate. Bound in the original decorated wraps. No ads at front or back in this issue. May have been published without ads since there is no evidence they were ever included. Sealed in a clear plastic bag for protection. Questions on content? Please inquire. Includes KHARTOUM [Sudan] by General Charles Gordon and WHERE EMIN [PASHA] IS by Colonel H. G. Prout [with firsthand accounts of General Charles Gordon of Khartoum]. Two full page Howard Pyle illustrations. First Edition. Softcover. Very Good condition. Illus. by Pyle, Howard. 6.75" wide by 10" tall. Great Packaging, Fast Shipping.