Idora Mcclellan Moore (7 results)
SOUTHERN CHARACTER SKETCHES.
Hamilton, Betsy (pseudonym of Idora McClellan Moore - Idora Elizabeth McClellan Plowman Moore, 1843-1929). Clark Howell, 1863-1936 (Introduction). Julia Moore Smith (Foreword).
Published by Richmond, VA: The Dietz Press, Publishers, 1937. 1937
- Hardcover
- First Edition
Seller: David Hallinan, Bookseller, Columbus, U.S.A.David Hallinan, Bookseller
Contact seller5-star sellerDietz Press first edition (not stated but per matching dates upon title and copyright pages). [16], 126 pages. Hardcover: H 23.25cm x L 15.75cm. No dust jacket (i.e. lacking). Red cloth with some sunning; gilt stamping to spine and front board. Light toning to endpapers. Binding is firm. A very good+ copy. A posthumous memorial…volume of nineteen "sketches" or short stories by Betsy Hamilton (the pen name of Talladega, Alabama author Idora Elizabeth McClellan Plowman Moore, 1843-1929) compiled by stepdaughter Julia Moore Smith. The nineteen stories-essays are: "Betsy in a Storm;" "Hog Killin' in Hillabee;" "The S'prise Party;" "Pap's Bone Felon;" "The Quiltin' at Mis' Roberson's;" "The Writin' School;" "Mrs. Pinkney's Spring Spell;" "The Old-Time Camp Meetin';" "Neighbors;" "Zeke Scroogins, the Embarrassed Lover;" "Huldy;" "Superstitions of the Alabama Negro;" "Dat Quarter;" "'Daddy Mose' on Evolution;" "Susanna's Recipe for Batter Cakes;" "'Ketchin' a Chicken;" "A Question of Interest in Literature;" "Neely's First Love;" and "Kizzie in Liberia." With b/w frontispiece portrait of the author, an Introduction by Pulitzer Prize winning journalist, newspaper editor/owner, and Georgia politician Clark Howell, and a Foreword by Julia Moore Smith. {AL-Shelf#2|CVA-01099}.
SOUTHERN CHARACTER SKETCHES.
Hamilton, Betsy (pseudonym of Idora McClellan Moore - Idora Elizabeth McClellan Plowman Moore, 1843-1929). Clark Howell, 1863-1936 (Introduction). Julia Moore Smith (Foreword).
Published by Richmond, VA: The Dietz Press, Publishers, 1937. 1937
- Hardcover
- First Edition
Seller: David Hallinan, Bookseller, Columbus, U.S.A.David Hallinan, Bookseller
Contact seller5-star sellerDietz Press first edition (not stated but per matching dates upon title and copyright pages). [16], 126 pages. Hardcover: H 23.5cm x L 15.75cm. Pink dust jacket with some soiling and slight fading; a few nicks at edges; negligible short tear at front panel's bottom left; impression of removed price sticker at top of front flap.…Dark red cloth with gilt stamping to spine and front board. Slight soiling to rear endpapers but interior pages are otherwise quite clean. Binding is firm. Still a fine copy in a very good+ dust jacket. A posthumous memorial volume of nineteen "sketches" or short stories by Betsy Hamilton (the pen name of Talladega, Alabama author Idora Elizabeth McClellan Plowman Moore, 1843-1929) compiled by stepdaughter Julia Moore Smith. The nineteen stories-essays are: "Betsy in a Storm;" "Hog Killin' in Hillabee;" "The S'prise Party;" "Pap's Bone Felon;" "The Quiltin' at Mis' Roberson's;" "The Writin' School;" "Mrs. Pinkney's Spring Spell;" "The Old-Time Camp Meetin';" "Neighbors;" "Zeke Scroogins, the Embarrassed Lover;" "Huldy;" "Superstitions of the Alabama Negro;" "Dat Quarter;" "'Daddy Mose' on Evolution;" "Susanna's Recipe for Batter Cakes;" "'Ketchin' a Chicken;" "A Question of Interest in Literature;" "Neely's First Love;" and "Kizzie in Liberia." With b/w frontispiece portrait of the author, an Introduction by Pulitzer Prize winning journalist, newspaper editor/owner, and Georgia politician Clark Howell, and a Foreword by Julia Moore Smith. {AL-Shelf#1|CVA-00641}.
SOUTHERN CHARACTER SKETCHES
Hamilton, Betsy (Idora McClellan Moore)/Howell, Clark (Introduction)/Smith, Julia Moore (Foreword)
Published by The Dietz Press, Richmond, VA 1937
- Hardcover
- First Edition
Seller: Shoemaker Booksellers, Gettysburg, U.S.A.Shoemaker Booksellers
Contact seller5-star sellerCondition: Used - Near fine
US$ 22.00
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Add to basketHardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good+. First Edition. 126 pp. Original red cloth covers w/ titles in gilt. Binding very bright and clean. Minor rubbing at spine ends. DJ lightly soiled. Illust. w/ a b/w frontispiece of the author, and 1 other b/w plate. Contents very nice.
More imagesPublished by The Dickert Co, US 1921
- Hardcover
- Signed
Seller: Atlanta Vintage Books, Atlanta, U.S.A.Atlanta Vintage Books
Contact seller5-star sellerCondition: Used - Good
US$ 80.00
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Add to basketHardcover. Condition: Good -. Signed and inscribed by the author using her pseudonym "Betsy Hamilton". Dark green textured cloth over boards with gilt title and decorative diamonds in gilt rule to front board. Previous owner's name written at front pastedown; heavy foxing to front flyleaf and frontispiece; soiling and foxing to…margins and gutter scattered throughout; stamping from text to a few pages throughout. Text block is sunned, soiled and foxed; foxing to endpapers. Boards are soiled with chipping and fraying to cloth along spine edge; rubbing, bumping and creasing to edges, corners and ends of spine. Binding is tight, spine leans.
Published by Dickert Company, Atlanta 1921
- Hardcover
- Signed
Seller: Books Plus, LLC, Lexington, U.S.A.Books Plus, LLC
Contact seller5-star sellerHard Cover. Condition: BOOK VERY GOOD+. No Jacket. Limited Edition. SIGNED, INSCRIBED & DATED BY THE AUTHOR on the front free endpaper. 204 pages. Hand numbered, number 599, of a Limited Edition. "Betsy Hamilton" was a pseudonym for Idora Moore. A VERY CLEAN, ATTRACTIVE COPY. NO PREVIOUS OWNER MARKINGS. Green moire cover with a…glossy frontispiece. Signed by Author.
Language: English
- Hardcover
- Print on Demand
Seller: S N Books World, Delhi, IndiaS N Books World
Contact seller5-star sellerLeatherbound. Condition: NEW. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. Leatherbound edition. Condition: New. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. Pages: 214. A perfect gift… for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1917 edition. 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. 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. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. 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. Language: English Pages: 214.
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Seller: Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, IndiaGyan Books Pvt. Ltd.
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Add to basketLeather 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 l…ends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1917. 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: - 214, 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. 214 214.
