Oliver Egbert S (25 results)

Condition: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Vol 92, No 1, Spring, 1991, pp. 1-40, Photos, Maps, Extracted from orig vol, then Recased in Orig Journal Covers, else VG.

Trade Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. First Printing. 238 pp. Illus. with a few B&W photos. Cover lightly soiled. Binding tight, text clean.

Paperback. Condition: Fine. Vol 92, No 1, Spring, 1991, pp. 1-40, Photos, Maps, Orig Grey Color Illus Paperback of Journal (Entire Issue), Fine.

Paperback. Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. 238 pp., Illus, White Illus Paperback, name darked out title page & remnant of coffee ring on cover else Fine, 1st ed.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Inscribed by Oliver on the front free endpaper. Very good with light wear and soiling to the wraps and edges of the text block. Binding solid; contents clean and unmarked. vi, 406pp. Signed by Author.

Softcover. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. 238pp; Slight handling wear to covers, text unmarked, binding is tight, VG condition. Account of the planting of New England Congregationalism in Portland, Oregon from 1851 to 1876. Illustrated with photos.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. Stapled card covers. Covers show faint wear and soiling. Interior is clean and unmarked. Illustrated with six historic photographs and a map of Oregon printed on the inside of the covers. [36] pages. 8.5 x 5.5 inches. A lecture on the background, life, career and impact of Thomas Condon (1822-1907), the Irish Congregational minister, geologist, and paleontologist, noted for his pioneering work in Oregon. He was appointed the first State Geologist for Oregon in 1872, and resigned that post to become first professor of geology at the University of Oregon. The papers of Thomas Condon referenced in this lecture are from the archives of the American Home Missionary Society located at the Amistad Research Center at Dillard University in New Orleans. Egbert Oliver also wrote an unpublished book on Condon titled: The Remarkable History of Thomas Condon of Oregon: Pioneer Missionary and Geologist. The manuscript is held at the Oregon History Society Research Library. Egbert Samuel Oliver (1902-1989) was an English professor, local historian, and an nationally recognized authority on Herman Melville. He was born in Yankton, Columbia County, Oregon, and taught English at Willamette University from 1929 until 1950, when he joined the English department of Portland State University. He served as head of the PSU English department for many years until his retirement as a professor emeritus in 1973. He was the author of The Tarbells of Yankton and The Shaping of a Family. His papers are held at the Duke University archives.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. Very good with a solid binding and clean, unmarked contents. Light wear and soiling to the wraps and edges of the text block. 230pp.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. Readings for Ideas and Form. Book.

Condition: New.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Very good for this age with the exception of a hard crease on page 451. Stated second printing. Boards have light random staining, bumped corners and spine ends. Name on front end flap. Very good inside with light handling, except for a creased page 451/452. See pictures for further details, description. Books are cleaned best we can, carefully wrapped and shipped in custom boxes. …

Hardcover. Reprinted. Octavo, v, vii, xii, 250 pages. In Good plus condition. Bound in the publisher's blue cloth bearing gilt lettering to the spine. Boards have slight plus wear including sunned spine and minor edge wear. Text block has slight wear including mild age toning to the edges and faint offsetting to the end papers. Reprinted. NOTE: Shelved in Column L. 1416645. FP New Rockville Stock.…

Condition: New.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Unmarked copy. Waviness to page edges towards the top at the beginning of the book due to being bumped at some point. Tight binding. 514 pgs. 514 p. Book.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Unmarked copy with a hint of shelf wear. Tiny bit of soiling to side page ends. Tight binding. 514 pgs. 514 p. Book.

Hard Cover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Reprint. Reprints this collection of six short stories (including perennial favorites 'Bartleby' and 'Benito Cereno'), first published in 1856, with a brief contextual introduction & 25 pages of endnotes. Hardcover in jacket, as pictured; the first printing thus, one of an important series of scholarly editions of Melville issued by Hendricks House. Light wear to book, spine ends lightly bumped; jacket shows some tanning & edgewear, chipping, short tears, $3.50 price intact; ink name & year inside front cover, pages xii & [1] tanned from old nespaper clipping, since discarded. Text clean; xii, [3], 250 pages; notes. Size: Octavo.…

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 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1948. 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:- 449, 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. 449 449.…

Paperback / softback. Condition: New. This item is printed on demand. New copy - Usually dispatched within 5-9 working days.

Paperback / softback. Condition: New. This item is printed on demand. New copy - Usually dispatched within 5-9 working days.