Syntax Modern (7 results)

Condition: New.

Gebunden. Condition: New.

hardcover. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. The Adventures of Doctor Comicus or The Frolicks of Fortune, A Modern Syntax â" First Edition Publication: London, B. Blake, 1815 Formatting: 8vo, pp. [ii], 269, [i]. Condition Report: Very Good. The binding is a handsome, likely later, full panelled calf with blind-tooled borders and corner fleurons, featuring a contrasting central panel and a red morocco title label to a raised spine. The binding is tight and secure, showing only minor superficial shelf-wear. The interior features attractive marbled endpapers and untrimmed page edges. The text block is generally clean, though some light spotting, age-toning, and offsetting can be expected given the period. Notably, this copy contains the hand-coloured aquatint frontispiece, the extra engraved title page, and twelve hand-coloured plates, lacking plate 10 ('Shaving the Doctor'). Overall, a highly attractive, robustly bound copy of this scarce parody, presenting exceedingly well on the shelf despite the single missing plate. Catalogue Note: This is the first edition of The Adventures of Doctor Comicus, one of the earliest and most successful parodies of William Combe's immensely popular Doctor Syntax tours. Written under the pseudonym "A Modern Syntax," the work consciously mirrored the episodic, mock-heroic verse of Combe's originals to capitalize on the public's appetite for the genre. The spirited hand-coloured aquatints, often attributed to Thomas Illman or imitating the style of Thomas Rowlandson, are an essential feature of the satire, capturing the exaggerated follies of Regency life. This copy includes the extra engraved title page and frontispiece alongside twelve coloured plates. Bibliographically identified via Abbey Life 255 and Tooley 431, early printings of this imitation are increasingly scarce on the open market, particularly when housed in such a distinguished panelled calf binding. The Adventures of Doctor Comicus offers a hilarious, satirical romp through Regency England, following the misadventures of a haplessly ambitious country doctor. Penned as a direct spoof of the famous Doctor Syntax series, this comic poem chronicles the doctor's quest for a wealthy wife and an escape from his mundane village life. Filled with riotous hand-coloured aquatint illustrations, it is a delightful piece of 19th-century comic heritage that sharply skewers the social pretensions and eccentricities of the era. Thomas Rowlandson (Style of) (illustrator).…

Condition: New. Print on Demand pp. 314.

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1828 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Pages: 310 NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 310.…

Softcover. Condition: New. Reprint. Language: English. Approximately 320 pages. English : Print-on-demand reprint. Original edition : 1825. A satirical comic poem in twelve cantos, in the manner of the Doctor Syntax literature that enjoyed wide popularity in the early nineteenth century. The work presents a humorous and pointed vision of fortune, social foibles, and comic misadventure, with engraved illustrations that contribute to its bibliographical interest. This title is of particular appeal to collectors of illustrated English verse, literary parody, and early Victorian comic publishing. Book images are non-contractual.…

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 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1825. 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: : - 320, 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. 320 320.…