Morton William Procter Richard Wright (19 results)

Condition: New. Morton, William (illustrator).

Condition: New. Morton, William (illustrator).

Condition: New. Stephenson, James; Morton, William (illustrator).

Condition: New. Stephenson, James; Morton, William (illustrator).

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Second edition, xxxiii 250 pages and numerous illustrations. Bound in original illustrated red cloth, this is ex Burnley public library, with their stamp to a number of pages, mainly not affecting text or images. The bottom margin of a few pages has also been cut off. Slight fraying to head and tail of spine, otherwise clean and sound.…

Condition: New. Stephenson, James; Morton, William (illustrator).

Sonstiges. Condition: Neu. Neuware. Stephenson, James; Morton, William (illustrator).

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. Original cloth gilt. A scarce item. Bright, tight copy. N.B. This is NOT a modern, cheap reprint. James Stephenson and William Morton (illustrator).

Cloth(Hrdcvr). Condition: FR/NO DUSTJACKET. London, UK: Simpkin, Marshall & Co. FR/NO DUSTJACKET. 1883. . Cloth(Hrdcvr). 8vo., 244 pp, hinges weakened some, cover worn and frayed, . Black & White Illustrations (illustrator).

No Binding. Condition: Good. 1st Edition. Disbound. Illustrated by William Morton. A miscellany of fiction, poetry and essay. In good condition, but without binding. William Morton (illustrator). Book.

Procter, himself a professional barber and hair stylist, here humorously explores the cultural significance of barbershops, highlighting their role as lively social hubs filled with conversation, history, and amusing anecdotes. Procter was working on this revised and enlarged edition of the tonsorial tome he had originally published in 1856. Nicely illustrated throughout. Bound in olive green cloth over boards with bevelled edges. Spine and upper board decorated in black and gilt, with gilt spine titles, top edge gilt, and dark gray coated endpapers. Minor extremity rubs and shallow fraying. Hinges remain sound. Some minor scattered soil or finger marks in text. Very good to near fine overall. Original cloth over boards. Quarto. xxxii, 250 pages. Illustrated by William Morton (illustrator).…

Condition: Fair. - Octavo, 7-3/8 inches high by 4-7/8 inches wide. Reddish-brown cloth titled in gilt on the spine. The covers are rubbed and heavily stained. The tail of the spine is chipped. 100 pages, with a full-page frontispiece and 4 textual illustrations by William Morton. The front hinge is cracked opposite the title page. A previous owner's name is penned on the verso of the frontispiece. The pages are soiled and stained along the margins. Good. First edition.Richard Wright Procter was a barber, poet, and author. This work consists of historical sketches of racing and sporting life in Manchester.RARE.…

Cloth. Condition: Good. Richard Wright Procter's amusing collection of anecdotes about the characters he met whilst working as a barber. Second edition ("Revised and enlarged"). Illustrated throughout with vignettes and frontispiece by William Morton. In a cloth binding. Externally, sound, though with some wear to the extremities and a few marks. Head and tail of spine are bumped. Internally, binding strained. Pages are bright and quite clean, with just a few instances of foxing. Good. William Morton (illustrator). book.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - Our Turf, Our Stage, and Our Ring is a book written by Richard Wright Procter and published in 1862. The book is a collection of essays that explore the worlds of horse racing, theater, and boxing in Victorian England. Procter was a prominent literary figure in the mid-19th century and was known for his writing on a variety of topics. In this book, he delves into the cultural significance of these three popular pastimes and examines the social and economic forces that drove their popularity. The first section of the book focuses on horse racing, which was a hugely popular sport in Victorian England. Procter explores the history of horse racing, the different types of races, and the social and economic impact of the sport. He also provides vivid descriptions of the races themselves, including the excitement and drama of the events.The second section of the book is devoted to the theater, another popular form of entertainment in Victorian England. Procter provides an overview of the history of theater, from the ancient Greeks to the present day, and discusses the various genres of plays that were popular at the time. He also examines the role of theater in society and the impact it had on the cultural and political landscape of the time.The final section of the book focuses on boxing, which was a controversial and often brutal sport in Victorian England. Procter examines the history of boxing, the different styles of fighting, and the social and cultural significance of the sport. He also discusses the controversies surrounding boxing, including the ethical concerns raised by its violent nature.Overall, Our Turf, Our Stage, and Our Ring is a fascinating exploration of three important cultural phenomena in Victorian England. Procter's writing is engaging and informative, and his insights into the social and economic forces that drove these pastimes are still relevant today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work. Morton, William (illustrator).…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - ''Literary Reminiscences and Gleanings'' is a book written by Richard Wright Procter and published in 1860. The book is a collection of essays and anecdotes about Procter's experiences in the literary world, including his interactions with famous writers such as Charles Dickens and William Makepeace Thackeray. Procter also shares his thoughts on various literary topics, such as the value of poetry and the role of the critic. The book provides a glimpse into the literary scene of the mid-19th century and offers insights into the minds of some of the era's most celebrated writers. Overall, ''Literary Reminiscences and Gleanings'' is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of literature and the lives of the writers who shaped it.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work. Stephenson, James; Morton, William (illustrator). …

Condition: New. Dieser Artikel ist ein Print on Demand Artikel und wird nach Ihrer Bestellung fuer Sie gedruckt. KlappentextrnrnThis scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have. Morton, William (illustrator). …

Condition: New. Dieser Artikel ist ein Print on Demand Artikel und wird nach Ihrer Bestellung fuer Sie gedruckt. KlappentextrnrnThis scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have. Stephenson, James; Morton, William (illustrator). …

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Our Turf, Our Stage, And Our Ring (1862) | Richard Wright Procter | Taschenbuch | Kartoniert / Broschiert | Englisch | 2009 | Kessinger Publishing, LLC | EAN 9781120667991 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, 36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr[at]libri[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu Print on Demand. Morton, William (illustrator). …

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Literary Reminiscences And Gleanings (1860) | Richard Wright Procter | Taschenbuch | Kartoniert / Broschiert | Englisch | 2009 | Kessinger Publishing, LLC | EAN 9781104143206 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, 36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr[at]libri[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu Print on Demand. Stephenson, James; Morton, William (illustrator). …