Thomas James Cobden (98 results)

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

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

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

paperback. Condition: Very Good. Most of our very good books have only minor imperfections such as shelf wear consistent with a new book that's sat on a bookshop shelf for a year or two. Occasionally we may miss other minor imperfections as we have to grade books at speed. Our books are dispatched from a Yorkshire former cotton mill. We list via barcode/ISBN so please note that the images are stock images and may not be the exact copy you receive, furthermore the details about edition and year might not be accurate as many publishers reuse the same ISBN for multiple editions and as we simply scan a barcode or enter an ISBN we do not check the validity of the edition data when listing. If you're looking for an exact edition please don't order (at least not without checking with us first, although we don't always have time to check). We aim to dispatch prompty, the service used will depend on order value and book size. We can ship to most countries, see our shipping policies. Payment is via Abe only.…

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

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

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

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

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

Condition: New.

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

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

Condition: New.

Condition: Good. PROSPECTUS. 18mo. Single Sheet, Very Good with some staining, minor creasing. Letterpress on laid paper. "The Arif Press is pleased to announce as the first in a series of Printer's Chapbooks. Twenty Pages Letterpress. Sewn In Wrappers or Hand Bound In Decorated Boards.".

Softcover. Condition: Good. No jacket. A promotional booklet published by Nash for the book. Some mild water damage on the bottom edge.

[14 pp]. Near fine in sewn wrappers and very good plus dust jacket with pasted-on cover label. One of 125 copies printed in celebration of the new year. First printing of this edition (originally published in 1906 by the Doves Press).

Original Wrappers. Condition: Very Good. Reprint. pp: (ii) Preface, 8, (1), colophon. Bound in white rag wrappers, now tanned at the edges. 9.25" x 6.25". Laid in is a 12.25" x 9" broadside promotion for Ecusta Fine Flax Papers, showing distributors in the US. Reprinted here, using text from the original title-page and colophon.…

Condition: Good. Prospectus, 6.5" x 4.5", Letterpress On Laid Paper with Deckled Edge, Very Good+. "The Arif Press is pleased to announce as the first in a series of Printer's Chapbooks." This is the Prospectus for a book, not the book itself.

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the 'public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the ideal of work and how it should be shaped to enrich both the individual worker and society as a whole. Drawing inspiration from the historical guilds of medieval Europe, the author proposes a revival of these institutions in a modern context, arguing that they can serve as a model for a more fulfilling and meaningful approach to labor. The book explores the evolution of work, from the craftsmanship of the past to the industrial age, highlighting the potential for both beauty and meaning within all forms of labor. The author uses the examples of bookbinding and mining to illustrate how even seemingly mundane tasks can be elevated to artistic expression and contribute to a broader sense of purpose. Through a combination of historical analysis and philosophical reflection, the author challenges traditional conceptions of work, emphasizing the need for a deeper understanding of its purpose and its connection to the larger universe. The book ultimately argues for a worldview that sees work not merely as a means to an end, but as a fundamental aspect of human existence that can be infused with beauty and dignity. 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.…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a historical exploration of the Arts and Crafts Movement, a late 19th-century movement which sought to bring beauty and artistry into everyday life by elevating the status of craftsmanship and traditional techniques. The author provides a unique perspective on the movement's origins, aims, and evolution, tracing its influence on architecture, design, and the broader social and cultural landscape of the time. Through analysis of exhibitions, lectures, and writings by key figures, the author uncovers the movement's rich tapestry of ideas and its enduring legacy in shaping our understanding of art, craft, and the role of beauty in daily life. 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: Fine. reprint. 8vo, 837 pp. Fine copies (issued without dust jackets).

Hard Cover. Condition: Very Good+ binding. Octavos. [10], 400; [8], 437, [3], 13, [1] pp., frontises, plates. Facsimile. In publisher's cloth. A bright, fresh copy with only trivial shelfwear; clean throughout. Originally issued in 1926, this is a very nice reprint of the journals of one of the great printers and bookbinders active during the Arts and Crafts movement. Appended to the end of Volume II is a facsimile reprint of the John Henry Nash edition of Cobden-Sanderson's essay, The Ideal Book, or Book Beautiful.…

Kartoniert / Broschiert. Condition: New.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

Buch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…