Isabel Smithson (4 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. Certainly an unusual subject for a children's book, this 47 page book measures 8x10.5", has a color cover, many black and white illustrations. Cover is worn rounded at the corners, worn edges, scuffed, cloth spine worn bare. Front and rear hinges open, front endpaper chipped and torn with pencil name, soiled frontis and title page. Very respectful first chapter on gypsies or Romany people, chapters on dwarves and giants treat these people as freaks, even speaking of "pet dwarves." The book ends with a historical look at troubadours. Many black and white illustrations. Uncommon. All orders packed with care, most dust jackets protected by Brodart sleeve, independent bookseller since 2011.

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1888 edition. 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. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Pages: 106 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. 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: 106.

Softcover. Condition: New. English: Print-on-demand reprint. Original edition: 1888. of the 1888 of About giants and other wonder people, a classic English-language work by Isabel Smithson and George Foster Barnes. This modern reprint offers access to the historical text in a fresh production suitable for readers, collectors, and researchers interested in folklore, giants, wonder tales, and nineteenth-century popular literature. Images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not correspond exactly to the printed reprint. of the 1888 of About giants and other wonder people, a classic English-language work by Isabel Smithson and George Foster Barnes. This modern reprint offers access to the historical text in a fresh production suitable for readers, collectors, and researchers interested in folklore, giants, wonder tales, and nineteenth-century popular literature. Images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not correspond exactly to the printed reprint. Book images are non-contractual. - Informations complémentaires : Langue : Anglais | Format : Livre broché | État : Neuf | Nombre de pages : 104.

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 1888. 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: - 106, 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. 106 106.