March 1853 (8 results)

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book recollects the life of George W. Salter, a young activist and member of the Good Templar Society, who died at the age of 27 from typhus fever. The book follows Salter's life from his early days as a street preacher to his work with the Good Templars, an organization dedicated to promoting temperance. The book provides insights on his life through reflections by those who knew him such as his family and friends, as well as members of the community where he lived and worked. Additionally, the book touches on the themes of loss, grief, and the importance of a life lived in service to others. The author provides a poignant account of a life cut short and the legacy left behind by a young man who dedicated his life to making a difference in the 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.

Condition: Good. First edition hard back binding in publisher's original terracotta paper covered boards, white title lettering to the terracotta cloth spine and to the front cover. Folio 14'' x 10ĵ''. Contains 64 printed pages of text with 46 reproductions, including 12 in full colour. Spotting to the end papers and in Good condition, no dust wrapper. Member of the P.B.F.A. ART [Flemish and Dutch].

First edition hard back binding in publisher's original lemon cloth covers, black title lettering to the spine. 4to. 11½'' x 10''. Contains 301 pp with over 35 original letters together with 65 paintings and 30 drawings throughout. Fine condition book in Fine condition dust wrapper, unused new book. Heavy volume weighing 2. kg, extra postage and insurance will be requested over and above our default setting for destinations outside the UK. Member of the P.B.F.A. ISBN 9781905711604 ART [Flemish and Dutch].

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a new perspective on the life and works of Thomas Gray, an 18th-century poet and scholar. It challenges the traditional view of Gray as a detached and melancholy figure and highlights his passion for his craft and his active engagement with the literary and intellectual world of his time. Through a meticulous examination of his letters and close analysis of his poems, the author uncovers the depth and complexity of Gray's thought and sheds new light on his significance as a literary figure. The work also places Gray's writings within the context of the broader literary and cultural landscape of the 18th century, examining his relationship with his contemporaries and his influence on later generations of poets. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Gray's work or 18th-century literature. 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.

Publisher's original colour illustrated card wrap covers [softback]. 4to 11'' x 8½''. Contains 98 printed pages of text with monochrome and colour artwork with French text descriptions. Minimal rubs to the cover edges, surface scratches to the cover. In near Fine clean unopened condition, no dust wrapper as published. Member of the P.B.F.A. ART [Flemish and Dutch].

First edition hard back binding in publisher's original navy paper covers, white lettering to the spine. 8vo. 8½'' x 6''. ISBN 0448231670. Contains vi, 208 printed pages of text with monochrome illustrations throughout. From the library of Kitty [Dorothy] Black [1914-2006], successful theatre administrator, internationally acclaimed and distinguished translator of continental plays who eventually became a leading play agent. Fine condition book, in Very Good condition price clipped dust wrapper with shallow rubs to the spine tips and corners. SIGNED by the author 'Ken Wilkie' to the front free end paper. Dust wrapper supplied in archive acetate film protection, this protects and prolongs the life of the paper, it is not adhered to the book or to the dust wrapper. Member of the P.B.F.A. ART [Flemish and Dutch].

Condition: Fair. Washington DC: Beverley Tucker, Printer, 1856. Volume 4. 4to hardcover. Black cloth with typical Victorian floral blind embossing to boards, and gilt titling to spine. [VII]+288pp. 59 engraved plates and large fold-out map. Fair book. Boards dust stained and front joint half-cracked. Spine tips slightly erose, and corners bumped and frayed. Light toning and intermittent foxing throughout interior. Front hinge paper starting. Many plates, particularly Cactaceae, detached, and some quite edgeworn. Else clean. From the library of American author, columnist, journalist, and presidential speechwriter William Safire. (nature, plants, cactus, cacti, botany, meteorology) Inquire if you need further information. NOT AVAILABLE FOR SHIPMENT OUTSIDE OF THE UNITED STATES.

No Binding. Condition: Good. Sent to Mr Hort, Melton, Wymondham, Norfolk. some handling wear but signature clear. Historical Note*. Kerrison was a Lieutenant-Colonel in the 7th Light Dragoons, saw service during the Peninsular War and commanded his regiment at the Battle of Waterloo. He first joined the 6th Inniskilling Dragoons but exchanged to the 7th LD in 1789, in time to fight in the Helder campaign. He was second in command in the early Peninsula war and was part of the retreat to Corunna. On Christmas Day 1808 he fought with an officer of French dragoons when their picquets clashed, and his arm was broken in two places. In 1813 he commanded the regiment at the passage of the Oleron, at the action of Sauvetere and at the battles of Orthes and Toulouse. He was wounded at Orthes. On their return to England the officers of the 7th Hussars presented him with a valuable piece of silver 'as a testimony of their admiration of his gallantry'. He also received the CB, and the following year became Sir Edward Kerrison. At Waterloo he again distinguished himself and was wounded in the leg when his horse was shot under him. Signed by Author(s).