Leo Custance (4 results)

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a gripping tale set in the bustling world of London's financial district. It follows the journey of Percy Thawne, a young man with a taste for adventure, as he navigates the treacherous waters of City life, where ambition and deceit collide. The author delves into the cutthroat world of company promoters and speculators, a world governed by greed, manipulation, and psychological warfare, mirroring the complex nature of human behavior when faced with dreams of wealth. This book is a fascinating exploration of the dark side of human nature and the lengths people will go to in order to achieve their goals, providing valuable insights into the complexities and allure of the finance world. 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.

Cloth. Condition: Good. None (illustrator). A copy of this very scarce novel from Guy Thorne and Leo Custance. Very scarce work. An insightful and entertaining novel about sharks in the business world. Written by Guy Thorne, the pen name of Cyril Arthur Edward Ranger Gull, a prolific English journalist and novelist, and Leo Custance, a British author. Publisher's advertisements to the rear. In the original black cloth binding. Externally, sound with rubbing and light bumping to the extremities. Fading to the spine and marks to the boards. Minor loss to the tail of the spine and a small split to the front joint. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are very bright with light scattered spotting predominantly to the first and last few pages. Good. book.

Cloth. Condition: Very Good. None (illustrator). First edition. The first edition of this very scarce novel by Leo Custance and Guy Thorne, this being Custance's own copy, signed by him and with review letters loosely inserted. The first edition of this very scarce work.The author's own copy, with his ink inscription to the half-title, 'Leo Constance, London - 1904'.Including two handwritten letters loosely inserted, detailing the authors of the letters opinions of the book. The letters are written from a Kathleen Barnweld and a Frances Strachey.Advertising slip for the book loosely inserted.'Sharks' is a novel of city life, looking at company promoting and swindling on a grand scale, written in a lively manner by Guy Thorne and Leo Custance.Thorne is the pen name of Cyril Arthur Edward Ranger Gull, a prolific author best known for his 1903 novel 'When It Was Dark'.One leaf of adverts to the front, and sixteen to the rear, dated September 1904. In the original publisher's cloth binding. Externally, smart. Light bumping to the head and tail of the spine and to the extremities. A little light rubbing and a few minor marks to the boards and spine. Gilt to the spine is a little faded. A very small amount of loss of cloth to the extremities. Hinges are starting but firm. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are lightly age-toned and generally clean with scattered spots. Very Good. signed by author. book.

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 1906. 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: : - 366, 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. 366 366.