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Provenance: From the library of D.G. Bridson. Very good copy in the original gilt-blocked cloth. Spine bands and panel edges slightly dust-toned and rubbed as with age. Pen annotations throughout. Remains particularly well-preserved overall. Series: Grant Allen's historical guides ; 6. Physical description: 399p. : ill. ; 17cm. Subjects: Umbria (Italy) -- Description and travel. 1 Kg. Seller Inventory # 290782
Title: The Umbrian towns
Publisher: London : G. Richards
Publication Date: 1901
Binding: Hardcover
Edition: First Edition.
Seller: The Guru Bookshop, Hereford, United Kingdom
Hardcover. Condition: Good. 1901 first edition on green cloth publsiher grant richards gilt lettering with logo to frontis and spine. Seller Inventory # mon0000031428
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: Alexander's Books, Royal Leamington Spa, United Kingdom
Hardback. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. First edition, octavo hardback Green cloth gilt decorated 400 pages Illustrated. Very Good condition No inscriptions. Seller Inventory # 081516
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: Chamblin Bookmine, Jacksonville, FL, U.S.A.
Hardcover. 12mo. Condition: Fair-. Petite hardcover bound in full green cloth with gilt titling on cover and spine. Book remains in fair- condition with heavy bug erosion- notably over spine where title has been mostly obscured, curling backstrip at crown, and with superficial erosion down bottom half of backstrip. Cloth is also eaten around board edges, rounding corners and leaving small chips. Apparent moisture exposure has wrinkled cover cloth and stained text block- interior remains unmarred. Few penciled notes through text, gift inscriptions and bookstore stamps to prelims. Interior still legible and of use. Hinges secure. Sold as-is. Seller Inventory # 96844
Seller: Libreria BACBUC - Studio bibliografico, Roma, RM, Italy
Un volume (17 cm) di 399 pagine. Con tavole nel testo. In lingua inglese. Tutta tela editoriale con titoli dorati al piatto e al dorso (qualche usura al piede). Condizioni molto buone. Seller Inventory # 031668
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book comprehensively delves into the fascinating world of early Umbrian towns, focusing on Perugia, Assisi, Orvieto, Panicale, and Citta della Pieve. The author presents a chronological narrative that traces the region's rich history, from its Etruscan origins through the Middle Ages. Readers will discover the remarkable artistic heritage of Umbria, manifested in the stunning architecture, sculptures, and paintings that adorn its historic centers. The book explores the evolution of artistic styles, from the Romanesque and Gothic periods to the Renaissance, showcasing masterpieces by renowned artists such as Giotto, Perugino, and Signorelli. Beyond its artistic significance, this book sheds light on the political, social, and religious dynamics that shaped Umbria's towns. It examines the rise and fall of the Etruscan civilization, the impact of Roman rule, and the emergence of the communes during the Middle Ages. The author provides insightful commentary on the complex relationships between the towns, the papacy, and the Holy Roman Empire. By exploring the intertwined threads of history and art, this book offers a captivating and informative journey into the heart of Umbria. It demonstrates the enduring legacy of this region as a cradle of artistic expression and a witness to the unfolding of European civilization. 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. Seller Inventory # 9781331845416_0
Quantity: Over 20 available
Seller: True World of Books, Delhi, India
LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1912 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. 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. Pages: 491 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: 491 Language: English. Seller Inventory # LB990001037436
Seller: Le-Livre, SABLONS, France
Couverture rigide. Condition: bon. RO40142487: 1912. In-12. Relié. Bon état, Couv. convenable, Dos satisfaisant, Intérieur frais. 391 pages. Photo-gravure en noir et blanc en frontispice. Illustré de nombreuses photo-gravures en noir et blanc hors texte. Etiquette de code sur le dos. Tampons et annotation de bibliothèque sur le 1er plat et en page de titre. . . . Classification Dewey : 420-Langue anglaise. Anglo-saxon. Seller Inventory # RO40142487
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: Majestic Books, Hounslow, United Kingdom
Condition: New. Print on Demand pp. 398. Seller Inventory # 388599786
Quantity: 4 available
Seller: J. Wyatt Books, Ottawa, ON, Canada
Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: No Dj. 1sr Edition. Hardcover No DJ 389 pp. 1st Edition. Slight shelfwear on head and tail of spine. Slightly bumped corners. Some foxing. Light pencilling. Book. Seller Inventory # 219610
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: moluna, Greven, Germany
Condition: New. Dieser Artikel ist ein Print on Demand Artikel und wird nach Ihrer Bestellung fuer Sie gedruckt. KlappentextrnrnThis scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have. Seller Inventory # 447694708
Quantity: Over 20 available