Roe E P Edward Payson (45 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. green c; worn spine/tips; some tanning of pages, begining of pull to front hinge 452 pages.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. green c; some wear at spine/tips; some tanning of pages; 487 clean, unmarked pages.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. "Taken Alive" by Edward Payson Roe explores themes of love, justice, and the impact of crime on personal lives, focusing on the character Ralph Brandt, a determined young detective on a mission to capture a fugitive murderer who has caused profound grief to the protagonist, Clara Heyward. The opening of the story introduces Clara Heyward, who is deeply mourning the murder of her father, a prison keeper killed by an escaped convict named Bute. Ralph Brandt, who is infatuated with Clara, vows to bring her father's killer to justice as a way to honor both her and her father's memory. As the narrative unfolds, Brandt reflects on his feelings for Clara while undertaking the dangerous task of tracking down Bute. The initial dialogue reveals the emotional weight of Clara's sorrow as she struggles with the possibility of moving on from her past, setting up a compelling narrative blend of romance and suspense as Brandt prepares to confront the murderer. Edward Payson Roe (18381888) was an American author, pastor, and novelist, known for his works that often explored themes of morality, religion, and social issues. A graduate of the Theological Seminary at Andover, Roe initially worked as a clergyman before turning to writing. His novels typically featured moral dilemmas and were written with an evangelical tone, reflecting his Christian values. Roe's most famous works include Barriers Burned Away (1872), A Knight of the 19th Century (1881), and The Heir of Redclyffe (1879). His writing often combined romantic elements with contemporary social issues, offering critiques of materialism, corruption, and social inequality. Roe was particularly popular during his lifetime for his ability to blend religious ideals with relatable characters and dramatic plots. His works, though less well-known today, were influential in the 19th century and contributed to the development of American fiction.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Pocket-sized tan cloth with green lettering and decoration. Lettering to spine completely rubbed, cover lettering is heavily rubbed. All edges rubbed, moderate general soil to rubbed and scuffed boards, corners bumped, mild fray to head and heel of spine. Title page has a 2" tear at the gutter. Text is overall clean and bright, the occasional thumb smudge. Hard bump to upper corner shows on upper corner throughout text. Wonderful frontis illustration.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Reprint. Pocket-sized tan cloth with green lettering and floral decoration. Rubbing to all edges. Lettering to spine almost unreadable. Moderate general soil. Text is overall clean and bright, the occasional thumb smudge. Nice frontis illustration. "The autumn winds are again blowing, and the evenings are growing longer. At the time when the fires are kindled once more upon the hearth, I send this story out to visit those whom I can almost hope to regard as friends. I am not afraid to inform the reader that these books are written with the honest, earnest purpose of helping him do right." (so says the author in the preface).

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Hardcover. Condition: Good. First Edition. Roe's novel explores the transformation of youthful frivolity into moral conviction. The story follows Lottie Marsden, a spirited young woman whose playful teasing and social vanity lead to emotional turmoil and eventual spiritual awakening. Through trials of conscience and love, she learns that sincerity and faith outweigh charm and wit. The book reflects Roe's hallmark themes - redemption, moral growth, and Christian ethics - written in the sentimental yet earnest tone that made him one of the best-selling American authors of the late 19th century. The ornate floral binding and gilt title plate are characteristic of Dodd Mead's decorative editions from the 1890s. This copy has some page damage, and one PRINTING error. Pages 45-46 had a dog-eared corner DURING printing, placing text from page 45 on the bottom of page 46! Hard cover edition. 548 pages. Dimensions: 5" by 7.5". Published by Dodd Mead & Company, New York. 1st printing, 1897. Brown binding with cover gilding. Cover gilding in condition. Cover defect(s): Moderate corner/edge damage. Page defect(s): Some dog eared pages. Some tears. 2 Pound Media Shipping Rate. Combine items and SAVE! Genre(s): Christianity / Morality Stories / Anthologies / English. (B113).

Gebunden. Condition: New. &Uumlber den AutorEdward Payson Roe was an American novelist, Presbyterian clergyman, gardener, and historian. Edward Payson Roe was born in the settlement of Moodna, which is now part of New Windsor, New York. He attended Williams Coll.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. vii, 383 p. front. 16 cm. ; LCCN: 42-43533 ; LC: PZ3.R62; PS2727 ; OCLC: 427109 ; decorated embossed cloth ; no dustjacket ; name on front endpaper ; Contents : A Hero But Not Heroic -- Opening A Chestnut Burr -- Morbid Brooding -- How Miss Walton Managed People -- Was it An Accident? -- Unexpected Chestnut Burrs -- A Conspiracy -- Witchcraft -- Miss Walton Advises A Hobby -- A Plot Against Miss Walton -- A Drinking Song At A Prayer-Meeting -- Foiled In One Direction -- Interpreting Chestnut Burrs -- A Well-meanin' Man -- Miss Walton's Dream -- An Accident In The Mountains -- Promise Or Die -- In The Depths -- Miss Walton Made Of Different Clay From Others -- Miss Walton Made Of Ordinary Clay -- Passion And-penitence -- Not A Heroine But* A Woman' -- Gregory's Final Conclusion -- The worm-infested chestnut-Gregory tells the worst -- The Old Home In Danger-Gregory Retrieves Himself -- Changes In Gregory -- Pleading For Life And Love -- What A Lover Could do -- Defending Shadows -- Kept From The Evil -- Live! Live! Annie's Appeal -- At Sea-A Mysterious Passenger -- A Collusion At Sea-What A Christian Could Do -- Unmasked -- A Chestnut Burr And A Home ; "Since my companion here feels she owes you something, Miss Walton, she can now repay you a hundred-fold. But follow her directions closely, as you value your lives;" and he left the house" ; "Opening a Chestnut Burr Is a story of the development of a noble character from one quite the reverse" ; the author's second novel ; E. P. Roe "was educated at Williams College and Auburn Theological Seminary. When he was ready to enter the ministry the war broke out and his intense patriotism sent him to the front as chaplain of the Harris Light Cavalry (Second New York Volunteers). He participated in numerous engagements, including Dahlgren's famous raid on Richmond, and had a narrow escape in the fight on the banks of the James River. Subsequently President Lincoln appointed him hospital chaplain at Fortress Monroe. At the close of the war he became pastor of a Presbyterian church at Highland Falls, New York, one mile north of West Point, and remained there until 1874, when he removed to Cornwall. There he established a fruit farm and nursery, and divided his attention between horticulture and literature. It was in 1871 that his first novel [Without a Home] was written. His next novel "Opening a Chestnut Burr," was written to test whether he should devote himself to preaching or writing, and its success determined him to abandon the pulpit for the larger ministry of fiction. Other novels followed rapidly, averaging a new book every year. It is fair to compute that two million people have read one or more of his works."--The Cosmopolitan, 1888 ; top of spine chipped, else G. Book.

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Gebunden. Condition: New. &Uumlber den AutorEdward Payson Roe was an American novelist, Presbyterian clergyman, gardener, and historian. Edward Payson Roe was born in the settlement of Moodna, which is now part of New Windsor, New York. He attended Williams Coll.

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Hardcover. Phoenix Edition; Fourth Printing. Fair in a Good dust jacket. Both hinges crackwed. Rubbing along panel edges.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. Cracked gutters. Some fraying to corners & bottom of spine. Size: 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall. Signed by Author(s).

Hardcover. First Edition; First Printing. Very Good+ in boards. Owner name on FEP. Toning on pages 38-39. Top text block edge gilded.

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