Master Craft by Jacobs (191 results)

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. 5th or later Edition. The book and contents are tight. The pages are clean. The covers are lightly soiled and sunned.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Good with some smudging and wear, ffep is missing.

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. 5th or later Edition. A hardcover fiction in fair condition. Foxing can be seen on the edges of the text block, endpapers, and occasionally on the pages. Pages are otherwise unmarked and generally clean. The cover is generally clean and sound, with some age-related staining but with no major signs of wear.…

Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Good+. No Jacket. 1st Edition. First edition first printing octavo hardback, Pictorial gilt cloth. viii + 340 pp. 48 pp publisher's adverts 12 black and white plates Good + condition. Some foxing throughout bu otherwise very decent No inscriptions. Will Owen (illustrator).

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

paperback. Condition: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned. Good condition undated copy. Light wear to covers with minor foxing to textblock. Pages clean and unmarked.…

Condition: Fair. 1912. 10th Edition. 340 pages. No dust jacket. Red cloth with decorations. Black and white illustrated plates throughout. Binding remains firm. Pages and plates have light tanning and foxing throughout. Water staining to some pages, text remains unaffected. Previous owner's inscriptions to front pastedown and endpaper. Boards have moderate shelf-wear with bumping to corners and rubbing to surfaces. Slight crushing to spine ends. Water staining to front board. White mark to rear board.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 340 pages, frontispiece and 11 pages of plates, all by Will Owen, hardback (full orange-brown cloth, spine lettered in gilt and decorated in black, front cover lettered and decorated in black), a little foxing - otherwise a very good+ copy. First published in 1900.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Condition: Fair. No Edition Remarks. 254 pages. No dust jacket. Pictorial cloth. Moderate tanning, with light foxing and marking to pages. Cracks to guttering throughout and to hinges, with exposed netting. Heavy tanning to text block edges. Boards have moderate shelf wear, with rubbing and marking. Light bumping to corners and crushing to spine ends. Book has noticeable forward lean, with light sunning to spine. Some dents around edges. …

Red Cloth. Condition: A Good Reading Copy. No Jacket. Fourth Edition. READING COPY ONLY. Please email for further details Size: 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾". 12 Illustrations By Will Owen (illustrator). Not Inscribed or Signed.

Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. green pictorial c w/orange & black titles c w/black titles, some sun-darkening of spine; 339 clean, unmarked pages Plus publisher's listings; lite toning of end papers. 12 plates by Will Owen (illustrator).

Condition: Very Good. VG condition book without dust jacket. Boards are clean with little wear. Book has clean age-toned contents, no inscriptions, 340pp with B&W drawings, mild spotting to page edges.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. A Master of Craft by W. W. Jacobs is a witty maritime fiction short story, renowned for its humorous portrayal of British literature. Set against the backdrop of nautical settings, the narrative delves into the intricacies of ship life with vivid characterization and cunning plot twists. The story follows the exploits of the protagonist, the titular 'Master of Craft, ' whose adventures unfold with a blend of humor and irony. Jacobs' skillful use of satire adds depth to the narrative, offering a subtle commentary on society and human nature. Through cleverly crafted plot intricacies, readers are drawn into a world of adventure and mischief, where the protagonist's cunning maneuvers often lead to unexpected outcomes. Ship life serves as both backdrop and catalyst for the unfolding events, enriching the story with its authenticity and maritime flavor. As the story unfolds, readers are treated to a delightful exploration of character dynamics and the art of storytelling. With its sharp wit and engaging narrative style, 'A Master of Craft' stands as a timeless example of Jacobs' mastery in crafting short stories that entertain and provoke thought in equal measure." Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Dust Jacket. Hardcover. No jacket. This book does not have a publication date. It was not published in 1900. One or two light marks on rear board. Leading corners and spine ends are worn. Two centimetre tears on spine foot. Spine head is nicked. Page block and pages are tanned. Text is clear throughout. Volume is cocked and binding is visible throughout, but remains intact. HJW. Used.…

Hardcover. Condition: Good. 5th or later Edition. Firmly bound, illustrated orange boards without a jacket, some marks and light handling wear, ninth edition. with twelve illustrations by Will Owen (illustrator).

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

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. 14th edition of Jacob's comic novel in general good order throughout, with just occasional foxing. Light brown cloth dulled to edges and a little faded to spine. 12mo. 340pp.