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186516891865. Hardcover. hardcover
189147217London: Longmans Green & Co 1891. Very Good-. London: Longmans Green & Co. 1891. First Edition. Octavo 19cm; publisher's blue gilt-lettered cloth top edge gilt dark brown glazed endpapers; xii400pp.; photographic autotype portrait frontispiece. Moderate scuffing to cloth margins frontispiece very nearly separated contemporary ownership signature to front free endpaper and later ex libris of the late chemist and bibliophile Sydney Ross to front pastedown; About Very Good overall. Longmans, Green, & Co unknown
18952082402113503332Dai Nihon tosho 1895. Soft Cover. Fine. Volume: 1 Dai Nihon tosho paperback
1889111111114450Perlee W. Abrott 1889. Paperback. Very Good. Perlee W. Abrott; Watertown 1889. Trade paperback. A Very Good binding sturdy and intact some handling/scuff marks to covers bit of cover edge/corner wear few small tears/chips to edges and spine some age toning to pages small moisture stain top text block edge small chip bottom front and rear cover corner 1-inch tear bottom spine a nice clean and unmarked copy in wraps. 16mosextodecimo or approx. 4.5 x 7.5 72pp. We pack securely and ship daily w/delivery confirmation on every book. The picture on the listing page is of the actual book for sale. Additional Scans are available for any item please inquire. Perlee W. Abrott paperback
1803SS13456Dublin:: Graisberry and Campbell 1803. 1803. 4to. Article: 21-43 pp. 2 engraved plates of giant's causeway. WE OFFER: whole volume: 487 172 7 pp. Various engraved plates articles; occasional light foxing. Original half calf marbled boards; spine a remnant. AS IS. Content is very good. FIRST EDITION. Study of the geology of Whynn's Dykes in Ireland with 2 beautiful engraved plates of the geological area discussed. William Richardson was born at the Manse in Aberfoyle Stirling Scotland on 1 October 1743 the first son of the Rev. James Richardson. He received his MA from the University of Glasgow Scotland in 1763 and attended a few sessions in Divinity before abandoning the idea of entering the Church. For four years he was tutor to the sons of Lord Cathcart and then secretary to His Lordship while Ambassador at St Petersburg. He became Professor of Humanity at the University of Glasgow in 1773 a post he held until 1814. His published writings include the following: Poems; Analyses of Shakespeare's characters; a tragedy; a lyrical drama; Anecdotes of the Russian Empire; contributions to The Lounger The Mirror and The Edinburgh Magazine and Review; and an essay on Celtic Superstition. He died unmarried on 3 November 1814. University of Glasgow Archive Services. His papers are preserved at the University of Glasgow. Graisberry and Campbell, 1803. hardcover
1896251884Washington D.C.: Government Printing Office 1896. Hardcover. Very Good. First edition. 9 out of 10 volumes. Blind and gilt stamped burgandy cloth. A few cracked hinges cloth on some volumes rubbed and stained else very good. Government Printing Office hardcover
186725-0527Hartford CT: American Pub. Co. 1867. 1867 572pp illus. modern binding in 3/4 leather light shelfwear to cover a gew pgs w/ waterstains to lower margins affects no text some smudging throughout some of it fairly heavy text is unmarked. Three-Quarter Leather. Good /No Jacket. American Pub. Co. Hardcover
1837269178London: John Weale Architectural Library 1837. Hardcover. Good. First edition. Folio. Three quarter leather cloth boards gilt-stamped leather label on front board top edge gilt. Fifty-nine leaves of plates. Drawings by C.J. Richardson Moore C. Parish. Tipped in on front fly is a folded facsimile of an old drawing on parchment by Robert Pyte an English Artist of the reign of Henry VIIIth. This illustration as a five inch tear and some foxing. Pages foxed front board and preliminary pages detached but present lacking the spine leather dry and brittle a fair to good only copy. John Weale, Architectural Library hardcover
1865003080Hartford: American Publishing Company 1865. The fascinating heroic and tragic story of Albert D. Richardson 1833-1869 gripped the nation several times. A popular journalist for the NY "Tribune" he was captured at Vicksburg and imprisoned as a Union spy. His escape is documented here. Later his love for an actress and their attempts to obtain her divorce resulted in the abusive husband attempting to murder Richardson - twice and Richardson and his love were married on his deathbed. In a very political trial his murderer was freed. This is a Very Good copy of the First Edition; a large and heavy octavo. Clean text; 509 pages of narrative and three pages of a musical score dedicated to the "Nameless Heroine" who helped him escape with her portrait engraving. The pages are quite bright and readable today although a bit stiff giving the volume a shaken feel. Previous-owner signatures to the front paste-down and Title page; Bookplate of a different owner on the front paste-down. Bumped with some bubbling to the front cover and splits to the spine. Quercus feels this would be a good candidate for a new binding. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. First Edition. Hard Cover. Very Good/No Jacket. American Publishing Company Hardcover
188278515New York: Charles Scribner's Sons 1882. New Edition. Hardcover. Very good. A volume in The Illustrated Library of Travel Exploration and Adventure. Octavo: xii 2 256 4 ads pp. with 20 illustrations and a folding map. Original green cloth binding with titles decorations and borders stamped in gilt and black. Period bookplate to the front pastedown. The spine is darkened just a touch with some rubbing to the corners and tips; otherwise very good. Charles Scribner's Sons hardcover
1803SS13456Dublin:: Graisberry and Campbell 1803. 1803. 4to. Article: 21-43 pp. 2 engraved plates of giant's causeway. WE OFFER: whole volume: 487 172 7 pp. Various engraved plates articles; occasional light foxing. Original half calf marbled boards; spine a remnant. AS IS. Content is very good. FIRST EDITION. Study of the geology of Whynn's Dykes in Ireland with 2 beautiful engraved plates of the geological area discussed. William Richardson was born at the Manse in Aberfoyle Stirling Scotland on 1 October 1743 the first son of the Rev. James Richardson. He received his MA from the University of Glasgow Scotland in 1763 and attended a few sessions in Divinity before abandoning the idea of entering the Church. For four years he was tutor to the sons of Lord Cathcart and then secretary to His Lordship while Ambassador at St Petersburg. He became Professor of Humanity at the University of Glasgow in 1773 a post he held until 1814. His published writings include the following: Poems; Analyses of Shakespeare's characters; a tragedy; a lyrical drama; Anecdotes of the Russian Empire; contributions to The Lounger The Mirror and The Edinburgh Magazine and Review; and an essay on Celtic Superstition. He died unmarried on 3 November 1814. University of Glasgow Archive Services. His papers are preserved at the University of Glasgow. Graisberry and Campbell, 1803. hardcover books
188523649London: Crosby Lockwood and Co 1885. Decorative Cloth. Very Good. The 1885 1st edition of this uncommon study of architectural modelling published out of London. Solid and VG in its olive-green cloth with decorative blindstamping to the panels. Light fading at the panels tender --but still perfectly sturdy-- inner hinge mild chipping to the paper title label along the spine. Light former owner stamp "R.G. Millar Designer" appearing at several spots throughout the text. Still though very presentable. 12mo a vast catalogue at the rear over 30 pgs. of recent titles issued by the publisher Crosby Lockwood and Co. Crosby Lockwood and Co unknown
18977714.13125<p>Tinge of toning else content appears as unopened unread and unblemished with fine decorated dark green/gold gilt decorated boards displaying minimal surface/edge wear as shown. Small bump upper spine in front.</p><p>A collection that provides a comprehensive overview of the messages and official documents from U.S. Presidents focusing on various significant historical periods and events. This volume includes important speeches addresses writings and reports that reflect the political climate and decisions made during their presidencies.</p><p>Typically such compilations offer insights into the development of U.S. policy governance and the evolution of presidential power. It covers various themes such as war diplomacy economics and social issues along with the context in which these messages were delivered.</p><p><strong>Insurance & handling is included free. Extra Charges/Fees apply on Shipments Outside The U.S. and Expedited Shipments. Oversize and/or heavy books may require additional fees. Will advise </strong>Written 12.2524SK Biblio 1.4.25 Img.9313 #7714.13125</p> Bureau of National Literature, Inc. hardcover
18595593065John Van Voorst 1859. Volumes 1 and 2. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In good all round condition. Both volumes: 8vo. Marbled boards. Half leather. Green leather. Raised bands. Gilt lettering on the backstrip. Moderate exterior wear. Marbled end pages. Volume 1 frontispiece has imprinted onto title page. Internally clean. Tightly bound. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item2300grams ISBN: John Van Voorst hardcover
1851AQ32265London: Simpkin and Marshall 1851. xvi 292pp. Original publisher's blind-stamp brick red cloth lettered in gilt to spine. Lightly rubbed spine dulled. Recent inked ownership inscription to recto of FFEP scattered spotting. A first edition of poetry by Charles Richardson of Kirkstall who describes himself in the preface as of 'the determination that his poetical propensities should not induce him to neglect a single positive duty.' . First edition. 8vo. Simpkin and Marshall hardcover
185443776Newcastle Upon Tyne: M.A Richardson 1854. Boards have some chipping and rubbing text block detached from front board foxing to f-fep/f-rep PP very clean and tidy. Paper Covered Boards. Good Minus/No Jacket. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. M.A Richardson Hardcover
185643778Newcastle Upon Tyne: M.A Richardson 1856. Boards have some chipping and rubbing gutters cracked and weak foxing to f-fep/f-rep PP very clean and tidy. Paper Covered Boards. Good Minus/No Jacket. 8vo. M.A Richardson Hardcover
185343777Newcastle Upon Tyne: M.A Richardson 1853. Boards have some chipping and rubbing gutters cracked and weak foxing to f-fep/f-rep PP very clean and tidy. Paper Covered Boards. Good Minus/No Jacket. 8vo. M.A Richardson Hardcover
1877C216775Edinburgh: Oliphant Anderson & Ferrier 1877. Hardcover Hardcover. Very Good. Small octavo. 96pp. Original blue cloth with titles and illustrations in gilt and black. Slight rubbing and marks to covers inner front hinge starting and spine crack otherwise near very good. No jacket. Gift inscription to endpaper. Oliphant, Anderson, & Ferrier, hardcover
1836461810London : Charles Knight & Co 1836. First Edition. Hardcover. Good copy in the original gilt-blocked cloth boards now slightly dust-dulled. Corners slightly bumped and endbands slightly rubbed; small tight surface tears to the lower joints. Isolated foxing to the prelims with the interior remaining tight bright and clean. A well-preserved copy overall. Physical description; viii 350 pages : tables ; 20 cm. Notes; Volume 1 of 3. Subjects; Porter George Richardson 1792-1852. Great Britain Economic conditions 19th century. Great Britain Social conditions 19th century. Great Britain Colonies History 19th century. Manufactures Great Britain History 19th century. Industries Great Britain History 19th century. Great Britain Commerce History 19th century. Statistics Great Britain History 19th century. London : Charles Knight & Co hardcover
1810324208London : Stereotyped and printed for C. Cooke; by D. Cock and Co. and sold by all booksellers in the United Kingdom 1810. Cooke's edition. Hardcover. Poor copy in the original gilt-blocked cloth. Wear and tear to the spine bands and panel edges. Scattered foxing throughout. Date is suggested. Physical description: 522p.: ill. ports.; 22 cm. 8°. Subjects: 1701-1800 English fiction. English Fiction 18th century. Genre:Illustrated. Novel. London : Stereotyped and printed for C. Cooke; by D. Cock, and Co. and sold by all booksellers in the United Kingdom hardcover
189111342RGLondon: James Phillips George Yard Lombard Street 1891. 247pp. Original brown leather covers. Wear to extremities. Corners bumped. Previous owner's name on front endpapers. Foxing throughout. . Hard Cover. Good/No Dust Jacket. 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall. James Phillips, George Yard, Lombard Street Hardcover
18701720652Elgin IL: National Watch Company 1870. Paperback. Used-Good. Octavo. 16 pp. Illustrated. Some shelf wear scuffing discoloration and chipping to wraps with significant tearing along spine fold. Pages toned but otherwise clean and unmarked. Altogether a copy in Good condition. Elgin, IL: National Watch Company paperback
1852101452London:: Longman Brown Green & Longmans 1852. new edition. hardcover. near fine. 16mo not quite 7 inches tall. 334pp. illustrated through out and with illustrated title page. marbled endpapers. dark leather binding with gilt band around front and back covers. spine is heavily gilt decorated with two gilt lettered title boxes in black. all edges gilr. foxing on first last few pages. Family run used bookstore open to the public since 1988. Close to 40 years of book selling experience. Longman, Brown, Green, & Longmans hardcover
18681511230023American 1868-01-01. Hardcover. Good. Hardcover. Later rebind with leather spine and black cloth boards. Black leather spine label with gilt lettering. Some loss to spine material. Good binding and cover. Foxing and toning to pages. Limited pencil notations. American hardcover