Logan Agnes (5 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good+. Dust Jacket Condition: Good dj. First American Edition. [modest shelfwear, a little fading to cloth along top edges, old bookseller's rubber-stamp on front pastedown (Bertrand Smith Acres of Books, Long Beach, California), a little dust-soiling to top of text block; the jacket has shallow but extensive chipping and a few short closed tears along the top edge, a bit more shallow chipping at the base of the spine, a couple of short closed tears at the top of the front panel, and a 1.5" split at the top front flap-fold]. Novel about a farmer in rural England (Bedfordshire) was was "one of those men whose ill-luck it was to be marked 'Indispensable' when the World War came -- not indispensable at the Front where the palms of glory grew, but back where the food of soldiers came from and where the earth itself seemed leagued with the scorners to break the spirit of those to whom the uniform was denied." It's an interesting subject, with its close portrait of a man (the eldest brother in a large family) relegated to holding down the home front while others (including other family members) went off to war, some not to return. His dutiful devotion to the family estate gets in the way of a possible marriage and one point, and in the latter part of the book he seems to suffer from what we would today call "survivor's guilt" -- but I can't help but wonder whether some contemporary readers might not have had a somewhat different take, i.e. that rather than it being "ill-luck" that kept him from going off to earn the "palms of glory" (which might well have ended up draped over his coffin), it was in fact a stroke of good fortune. This was the first of just three novels by this British author (1891-1950), who prior to this had published a few children's books and plays under her own name, saving the "Logan" pseudonym for her novelistic efforts.

1st ed. Fiction. "Miss Logan has taken a great northern industrial town for her background." Pp. 280, uneven toning to endpapers. Orange cloth, illustrated d/w has clear protective wrap. G+/G+.

First Edition. Local history work chronicling the lives of Stirling-area families. VG.

First Edition. Local history work chronicling the lives of Stirling-area families. Signed by the author to the title page under her real name of Agnes Maciver Logan.Some foxing particularly to endpapers and page edges otherwise VG in VG dustjacket.

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 1929. 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: - 330, 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. 330 330.