Hempton John Editor (3 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. xii, 244 pages. Original publisher's rexine covered boards, with unclipped dust jacket. *Papers read before the Irish Conference of Historians, held at University College, Cork 23-26 May 1985. Topics include: Lliterary theory and the historian; The Irish hagiographer; Legend as critic; 'Winner and Waster' and the mid-fourteenth century economy; Bardic poetry as a historical source; Edmund Spenser on Justice and Mercy; Irish National Character 1790-1900; 'Sanditon': a Regency novel?; Fiction as 'the best history of nations': Lady Morgan's Irish novels; Jewish emancipation in nineteenth-century Germany and the stereotyping of the Jew in Gustav Freytag's 'Soll und Haben' (1855); Popular religion and irreligion in Victorian fiction; Mark Twain: historian of a lost world; Fictional images of Irish -America.* A fine copy without any library stamps, inscriptions, or other markings. Images available on request.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Crown8vo, engraved frontispiece, xii, 492 p. Original blind-stamped maroon cloth, gilt, brown endpapers. Minute fray to the head of the slightly faded backstrip otherwise a near fine tight and clean copy, very nice. First edition.

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 1861. 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: - 515, 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. 515 515.