John Gyles (74 results)

Condition: Very Good. This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. .…

Condition: Very Good. Shipped within 24 hours from our UK warehouse. Clean, undamaged book with no damage to pages and minimal wear to the cover. Spine still tight, in very good condition. Remember if you are not happy, you are covered by our 100% money back guarantee.

Condition: New. pp. 68.

Condition: New.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: New. pp. 68.

Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Condition: New. pp. 68.

Condition: New.

Hard Cover. Condition: Near Fine. Near Fine. 4th Printing. 4th printing (Ford-Smith, Folio 76 #1140). Includes publisher's slipcase. Fine book in near fine slipcase. Slipcase faintly scuffed. Binding tight and square, pages clean, bright, and unmarked. 2003 Hard Cover. 288 pp. A collection of humorous vignettes by various authors, with contributions by William Shakespeare, Samuel Johnson, Charles Dickens, Winston S. Churchill, the Queen of England, G.K. Chesterton, P.G. Wodehouse, Mark Twain, Dorothy Parker, Groucho Marx, etc., etc. Ever since Chaucer's day, when the host of the Tabard Inn in Southwark rose to welcome the Canterbury Pilgrims with a joke, the After Dinner Speech, designed, if possible, to reduce the assembled company to helpless merriment, has presented the ultimate challenge. The best speakers are natural story-tellers - Gerard Hoffnung, reading a selection of letters from continental hoteliers: 'There is a French widow in every bedroom affording delightful prospects'; John Mortimer telling the woeful tale of a man's numerous unsuccessful attempts to murder his wife: 'At no time did Mrs Scott feel that the magic had gone out of their marriage' - and in this collection of post-prandial treasures you will find the very best of them, from Groucho Marx on how to resist a femme fatale, to Ralph Steadman surreally addressing the Lewis Carroll Centenary Dinner. 'Goodness', said a friend on greeting Mae West, 'where did you get those beautiful pearls?' 'Goodness', replied Mae, 'had nothing to do with it.' Shaggy dog stories, practical jokes, sporting anecdotes, rousing toasts, travellers' tales and risque reminiscences rub shoulders in this essential collection with real-life revelations and moments of history. Among the guests are Peter Ustinov, Jilly Cooper, Brian Johnstone, Charles Dickens, Dorothy Parker, Robertson Davies, Henry Grady and A.P. Herbert. There is food and drink in abundance. There is gentle reflection and endearing charm as well as defiant frivolity. Above all there are stories for every occasion - witty, absurd, momentous, philosophical, fascinating, poignant, and forever entertaining.…

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: New. In English.

Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. hb, d/w, 144pp, illus. Hatcher, Clare (illustrator).

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Pictorial Card. Condition: GOOD (BELOW AVERAGE). No Jacket. Second Impression 1986. Creased Cover. Please Email for further details Size: 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾". Illustrated By John Morris (illustrator). "Rosalind Pett" Bookplate.

PF. Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. In Stock.

Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Trade paperback binding. Very Good. Light shelf wear to covers/corners; satisfaction guaranteed. Earthlight Books is a family owned and operated, independent bookstore serving Walla Walla, Washington since 1973.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: New. In English.

Hardback. Condition: nrFine. VG- DW. 1st Edition. Brown cloth, gilt. Book is in nearly fine condition with only slightest signs of wear and/or age. Dustwrapper/dustjacket is in very good minus condition with minor but noticeable signs of wear and/or age.

Paperback. Condition: Good +. rpt. creasing to covers. closed tear to spine. pages browning. b/w illus. interior clean. John Morris (illustrator).

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the 'public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good+. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good+. Three volume hardcover set, all three books have a tiny skew to their binding, and a touch of shelfwear to spine ends, while "On Christmas" also has a tiny smudge towards tail of front cover, otherwise a solid, tight, sharp VG+ three volume set grouped in a like paper band, which has a touch of minor edgewear, and some faint rubbing.…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a harrowing yet deeply insightful account of the author's six years spent in captivity among Native American tribes during the late 17th century. Through vivid descriptions and personal anecdotes, the author paints a picture of daily life, cultural practices, and the complex relationship between captives and their captors. Set against the backdrop of colonial conflict and cultural clashes, the narrative sheds light on the harsh realities of war and the resilience of the human spirit. The author's journey is one of physical hardship, cultural immersion, and ultimately, spiritual growth. By sharing intimate details of both the brutality and unexpected kindness he encountered, the author challenges preconceived notions and encourages a deeper understanding of the nuanced dynamics at play during this historical period. Ultimately, this book serves as a powerful testament to the enduring power of hope and the transformative potential of human connection, even in the face of unimaginable adversity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. …