Mrs Eugenia John (7 results)

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

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

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

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

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This captivating tale transports readers to the tumultuous era of the American Civil War, offering an intimate glimpse into the lives of those caught at the heart of a nation divided. The author deftly weaves a tapestry of love, loss, and sacrifice, chronicling the trials and tribulations of young Mortimer Beale and Bella Forresst, whose burgeoning romance is tested by the conflict's tragic events. Beyond its captivating narrative, this book delves into the profound themes of patriotism, duty, and the indomitable spirit of a country grappling with internal strife. Through the vivid portrayal of its characters, the author explores the complex interplay between personal aspirations and the greater collective struggle, revealing the deep-seated tensions that shaped a pivotal moment in American history. The book's insights into the human condition, the power of love, and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity will resonate deeply with readers. 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.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. First edition. Octavo. 351pp. Green cloth stamped in black and gilt. Both free endpapers are lacking, cloth worn down at corners and spine ends, one signature a little sprung but holding, a solid good copy. Sharply critical expose of 19th century insane asylums. Contemporary reviews indicate that Henry W. Longfellow and William Lloyd Garrison approved of the book.

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. First Edition. Boston: N. D. Berry, 1874. First edition, 1874. A sharply critical expose on patient treatment in insane asylums, the isolation of patients from contact with family members and the state of 19th century mental health "cures". Victorian binding in green cloth lettered and decorated in gilt and black, brown endpapers, 351 pages. Some cover wear with ink spotting to the lower outer edges of front and rear covers, light chipping to spine ends, good hinges, text block sound but with a few pages poking out a bit past the rest of the text block, pages clean wifh a few instances of light foxing, name and April 1874 date written on preliminary blank and inside front cover, no other markings. First Edition. Hard Cover. Fair. 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall.