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19552280269E.P. Dutton & Company Inc 1955. Hard Cover. Very Good/Good. Jacket edges rubbed. Bookplate on front endpaper. 1955 Hard Cover. 112 pp. Also a Listing of Fifty Institutions That Exhibit Collections of Americana. Fifty houses are included in this book with a description telling where they are and what they are. Here the reader will find a guide to many hours of the purest enjoyment a fuller appreciation of some of the personalities intimately associated with our history and a liberal education in the architecture arts and decorations of Colonial and Federal houses. A supplementary list of fifty institutions tells the reader where vast collections of significant Americana may be found. E.P. Dutton & Company, Inc hardcover books
1954182650Newport: Preservation Society of Newport County 1954. Hardcover. G ex-library stamping on spine blind emboss flyleaf library pocket back leaf. Spine shows some wear and back cover is scratched. Pages are clean and tight. Green cloth covers gilt lettering on spine. 216 pp illustrations. "This book I believe faithfully depicts the consummate skill and superlative craftsmanship of Newport cabinetmakers silversmiths and painters and is the forerunner of other volumes which will portray other aspects of this truly American culture." -- Foreword.<br/>Contents: V.1 Foreword -- Acknowledgments -- Introduction -- Newport's era of prosperity -- The Newport cabinet and chair makers -- Furniture illustrations -- The Newport limners and engravers -- Paintings -- Engravings -- The Newport Silversmiths -- Silver illustrations -- The 1774 census -- Supplementary illustrations -- Notes to "The Newport cabinet and chair makers" -- Notes to "The Newport limners and engravers" -- List of subscribers. Preservation Society of Newport County hardcover books
1975045252San Francisco: W. H. Freeman and Company 1975. viii 481p. b/w illus. original cloth in oblong quarto format. W. H. Freeman and Company unknown books
1989042440San Francisco: Scottwall Associates 1989. ix 158p. 70 colored illus. b/w portraits dj quarto format. Scottwall Associates unknown books
198994507San Francisco: Scottwall Associates 1989. Hardcover. ix158p. frontis preface Herb Caen at the Fair designers index illustrated with b&w and color photographs very good 11.25 x 8.75 inch boards bound in turquoise-green cloth gilt; first edition in dj dj also in excellent shape. A collection of interviews with participants and visitors to the 1939 Golden Gate International Exposition illustrated with rare and nearly-lost photographs. Scottwall Associates hardcover books
19894973San Francisco CA: Scottwall 1989. First Edition. Hardcover. Fine in Fine DJ. Ownership signature on front pastedown else tight bright and unmarred. DJ is bright and clean. Teal cloth boards gilt lettering beige endpages frontispiece. 4to. 158pp. Illus. color and b/w plates. Index. <br/><br/>"Here in the words of fifty eyewitnesses and in seventy color photographs is the Fair in all its shimmering beauty and excitement." from the flap. From the library of noted architect and writer on architecture J. Sadler. Sadler was prone to marginalia and laying in clippings and ephemera related to a given bookÂ’s subject. The presence of marginal notes or marks will be noted above and are absent if not so noted. A very handsome copy. Scottwall hardcover books
2014UCARGON00JKNThe Penguin Press 2014. Fine. Carpenter Novella. Gone Feral: tracking My Dad Through the Wild. New York City: The Penguin Press 2014. 212pp. Illustrated. 8vo. Hardcover. Book condition: Near fine. Slight shelf wear. Dust Jacket Condition: Near fine. Slight shelf wear. In protective cover. The Penguin Press hardcover books
2014UCARGON00LRThe Penguin Press 2014. Fine. Carpenter Novella. Gone Feral: tracking My Dad Through the Wild. New York City: The Penguin Press 2014. 212pp. Illustrated. 8vo. Hardcover. Book condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. The Penguin Press hardcover books
19229022354New York: D. Appleton 1922. 1st. Hardcover. Very good. Bound in the publisher's original brown cloth over boards spine stamped in gilt which has faded but is legilble. Rubbed at the edges and extemities spine and front board chipped at the heel. From the library of R.S. Crane with his signature in pen on the ffep. <br/><br/> D. Appleton hardcover books
170348559London: Printed for F. Taylor and N. Cox 1703. First Edition. 8vo pp. xii 115. Bound with the half title in contemporary stamped calf rubbed on the extremities and along the spine lacks a small piece of the calf on the spine a nice clean crisp copy. Originally issued in 1629. ESTC; t073953. Author and Philosopher Carpenter wrote a number of books. The present work contains three sermons preached to the University of Oxford. It was much reprinted. Printed for F. Taylor and N. Cox unknown books
1625D14119Oxford: Printed by John Lichfield and William Turner. for Henry Cripps 1625. First Edition. Hardcover. Very Good. Full contemporary calf gilt-stamped lettering in second spine compartment 4 raised bands; two parts bound in one volume 8vo 185x142mm; pp. 14 274; 14 286; with separate title-page to second book 3 folding tables and numerous woodcut illustrations in text including mariner's compasses diagrams showing moon eclipses terrestrial spheres the solar system and more. Table at p. 229 appears to be a high-quality facsimile. Spine chipped and tips perished; some scuffing to boards. Light dampstaining to second book but overall internally nice and clean. <br/><br/>First edition of "the most important early geography written by an Englishman" Carpenter was the first to write on theoretical geography as distinuished from mathematical treatises on navigation or the repetition of narratives of travel. "The great merit of the treatise is Carpenter's blending of the solid part of the work of Aristotle and Ptolemy with that of the explorers and investigators of his own generation. He mentions the magnetical observation of Gilbert Wright Ridley and Norman and the cartographical improvements of Mercator and Wright" Rosenbach 19:110. California is mentioned as an island -- a fifth continent. "California heretofore supposed to be a parte of the Westerne Continent is since by a Spanish chart taken by the Hollanders found to be a great Iland" II:130. Printed by John Lichfield and William Turner... for Henry Cripps hardcover books
1999235495Lexington: SouthSide Press 1999. Paperback. xv 212p. wraps illus. very good condition. By his daughter. SouthSide Press paperback books
1999133518Lexington: SouthSide Press 1999. Paperback. xv 212p. wraps illus. By his daughter. SouthSide Press paperback books
186830647<p>first edition octavo 83 page pamphlet ex-library handstamp on titlepage retains front wrapper removed from bound pamphlet volume front wrap and titlepage lightly foxed else a good copy.</p>Important case argued before the Supreme Court concerning Habeas Corpus. Government Printing Office books
187436371Washington D.C.: John H. Cunningham Printer 1874. First edition. Stitched. A very good unopened copy wrappers soiled mail fold. 48 pp. 8vo. Contested elections in Louisiana. John H. Cunningham, Printer unknown books
187219998Washington: F.& J. Rives & Geo. A. Bailey Reporters and Printers of the Debates of Congress 1872. 16pp folded. Untrimmed. Printed in double columns. Light wear Good. F.& J. Rives & Geo. A. Bailey, Reporters and Printers of the Debates of Congress unknown books
16337Mary Carpenter English educational and social reformer. 19 cent original CDV photo Signed Photographed by T. R. Williams of London. Considered by many of his contemporaries as 'first among equals' A slip of paper bearing the inked inscription of the sitter has been pasted across the lower margin of the mount.<br/><br/>Mary Carpenter was an English educational and social reformer. she founded a ragged school and reformatories bringing previously unavailable educational opportunities to poor children and young offenders. She was also active in the anti-slavery movement and became known as one of the foremost public speakers of her time. She also traveled to India where she visited schools and prisons and worked to improve female education establish reformatory schools and improve prison conditions. unknown books
16330Mary Carpenter - Female Leader in Women's Education who opened "ragged schools" to give an education to the children of the poor. Autograph Letter Signed Red Lodge House 4 pages folded from a single sheet. 4"x6". To "Dear Esther." Signed at the closing "M.C." Feb. 13 187 Her signature and closing lines trail onto the adjoining first page. She writes in part: <br/><br/> "Will you kindly send at once and by parcel delivery a copy of the 2nd volume of 'Our Convicts' to the editor of the Illustrated News at their office 198 Strand. Mr Acton says he has not received a copy. I fear there have been many mistakes this time as I have too many 2nd vols. Please to keep a list of what copies of those 10 are sent off. I have had very favourable and friendly reviews; the 'Inquirer' as usual on that subject cold & dry; not one has yet grasped however the meaning of the book in the smallest degree. It is a comfort however that those who understand the subject are perfectly satisfied; the Baron Von Wollenberg & Mr M. wrote very warmly and I have reason to hope that many thoughtful persons are reading it so I must wait patiently for the rest to spring up & am only thankful to have been thus enabled to bear a testimony which will remain to principles of the highest importance to the well being and morality of the country:- if one tenth of this kind of thought which are devoted to speculation and theology were given to extending the reign of God by converting sinners how different would the world be! I shall be glad when you have finished theology and are engaged in the spread of religion. Reading Miss Aitkin's letters has led me to open Channing and I am interested in perceiving how completely my reformatory work is in accordance with his views. <br/><br/>Mary Carpenter was one of the foremost public speakers of her time and is best remembered for the huge contribution she made to educational and penal reform. She opened "ragged schools" to give an education to the children of the poor and introduced reformatories which took a caring and constructive stance for young offenders. Mary Carpenter also campaigned for better education for women and reforms to prisons. Following a meeting with Frederick Douglass Mary Carpenter became a fervent opposer of the slave trade particularly the Fugitive Slave Law of 1850. She travelled extensively in America Europe and India where she also sought reforms similar to those she pursued in Britain. She was a pioneer in the field of equality for women and stood almost alone as a female orator who was widely listened to and respected. Not all criticism was favourable however and in 1864 the year prior to this letter her books and her work were condemned by Pope Pius IX. unknown books
16339Mary Carpenter : Red Lodge Girls' Reformatory School Bristol-Edition First Book signed by the pioneering Leader in Girls' Education published in 1875 signed "with Miss Carpenter's Complements". Free front end paper and engraving of the school separated. This slim volume is a history of her work at the school and its mission. <br/><br/>Mary Carpenter was one of the foremost public speakers of her time and is best remembered for the huge contribution she made to educational and penal reform. She opened "ragged schools" to give an education to the children of the poor and introduced reformatories which took a caring and constructive stance for young offenders. Mary Carpenter also campaigned for better education for women and reforms to prisons. Following a meeting with Frederick Douglass Mary Carpenter became fervenlyt opposed of the slave trade particularly the Fugitive Slave Law of 1850. She travelled extensively in America Europe and India where she also sought reforms similar to those she pursued in Britain. She was a pioneer in the field of equality for women and stood almost alone as a female orator who was widely listened to and respected. Not all criticism was favourable however and in 1864 her books and her work were condemned by Pope Pius IX. unknown books
16342Early Advocate for educational and penal reforms. Original Autograph letter signed of Mary Carpenter to Alderman Mansfield of Northampton and original mailing envelope are pasted into the volume along with 2 obituaries of Mary Carpenter who died June 15 1877. Letter is 1 page Jan 10 1877 signed at closing "Mary Carpenter" regarding the election of a woman to the School Board.<br/><br/>The letter states in part "Thanks for sending us the paper containing the very gratifying announcement of the election of Mrs. Mansfield.It is a grand triumph!" A note at bottom signed M.P. Mansfield explains the meaning of Carpenter's letter "This letter was written on the receipt of a paper containing the account of the election of my wife to the School Board." Carpenter was one of the foremost public speakers of her time and is best remembered for the huge contribution she made to educational and penal reform. She opened "ragged schools" to give an education to the children of the poor and introduced reformatories which took a caring and constructive stance for young offenders. Mary Carpenter also campaigned for better education for women and reforms to prisons. Following a meeting with Frederick Douglass Mary Carpenter became fervenlyt opposed of the slave trade particularly the Fugitive Slave Law of 1850. She travelled extensively in America Europe and India where she also sought reforms similar to those she pursued in Britain. She was a pioneer in the field of equality for women and stood almost alone as a female orator who was widely listened to and respected. unknown books
16340Mary Carpenter. The Life and Work of Mary Carpenter. Book with Autograph Letter Signed of Mary Carpenter Pasted in 1879 Carpenter J. Estlin M.A.--The Life and Work of Mary Carpenter First Edition 1879. Bound in green leather with marbled boards. 495 pages.<br/><br/>Carpenter was one of the foremost public speakers of her time and is best remembered for the huge contribution she made to educational and penal reform. She opened "ragged schools" to give an education to the children of the poor and introduced reformatories which took a caring and constructive stance for young offenders. Mary Carpenter also campaigned for better education for women and reforms to prisons. Following a meeting with Frederick Douglass Mary Carpenter became fervenlyt opposed of the slave trade particularly the Fugitive Slave Law of 1850. She travelled extensively in America Europe and India where she also sought reforms similar to those she pursued in Britain. She was a pioneer in the field of equality for women and stood almost alone as a female orator who was widely listened to and respected. Not all criticism was favourable however; both her books and her work were condemned by Pope Pius IX. unknown books
16333Carpenter Mary- Autograph Letter Signed August 12 1875 Red Lodge House Bristol letterhead. 2 pages folded from a single sheet. 4"x6". To "Dear Madam." Signed at the closing "Mary Carpenter." Discussing the education of each child and mentioning that she is about to start her fourth visit to India. Stating in part: "Private enterprise begins. I have State endorsers.inspects I pay a certain sum for each child. This is supplemented if necessary by private benevolence. At any time the certificate may be given up withdrawn by the State with one teacher. The state of the history of our school herewith will fully explain this. Please as soon as I send you a complete copy. As you do not appear to object to your name appearing in the list of those who.writing to . him in information & introduction to any.who may be.I will . I start on my fourth visit to Inidia on Sept 18th."<br/><br/>Mary Carpenter visited India in 1866 1868 1869 and 1875 in support of girls' and women's education. he opened "ragged schools" to give an education to the children of the poor and introduced reformatories which took a caring and constructive stance for young offenders. Mary Carpenter also campaigned for better education for women and reforms to prisons. Following a meeting with Frederick Douglass Mary Carpenter became a fervent opposer of the slave trade particularly the Fugitive Slave Law of 1850. She travelled extensively in America unknown books
16338Mary Carpenter : "Red Lodge Reformatory for Girls Bristol" Pamphlet Dec. 9 1904-With a portrait of Mary Carpenter inside. The pioneering Leader in Girls' Education Announcing the Fiftieth Anniversary of Red Lodge. Inside a program of events list of trustees and officers and a photograph of girls learning to sew at Red Lodge comes with a pamphlet by Manning E.A.-Associate of Mary Carpenter. Pamphle title "Moral Teaching in Schools. A Paper read at the Social Sciences Congress Brighton October 1875." Published London Edward Stanford 55 Charing Cross S.W. Stamp of "Education Department Library." 16 pages.<br/><br/>Mary Carpenter was one of the foremost public speakers of her time and is best remembered for the huge contribution she made to educational and penal reform. She opened "ragged schools" to give an education to the children of the poor and introduced reformatories which took a caring and constructive stance for young offenders. Mary Carpenter also campaigned for better education for women and reforms to prisons. Following a meeting with Frederick Douglass Mary Carpenter became fervenlyt opposed of the slave trade particularly the Fugitive Slave Law of 1850. She travelled extensively in America Europe and India where she also sought reforms similar to those she pursued in Britain. She was a pioneer in the field of equality for women and stood almost alone as a female orator who was widely listened to and respected. Not all criticism was favourable however and in 1864 her books and her work were condemned by Pope Pius IX. unknown books
16334Carpenter Mary- Autograph Letter Signed Sept 9 1875 National Indian Association Red Lodge House Bristol letterhead. 2 pages folded from a single sheet. 4"x7". To "Dear Mr. Bush." Signed at the closing "Mary Carpenter." Discussing the education of each child and mentioning that she is about to start her fourth visit to India.Stating in part: "As you do not appear to think that there is sufficient interest in the Journal to make it worth our while to send it we will now discontinue doing so.I am starting next week for India I am very busy. ."<br/>Mary Carpenter visited India in 1866 1868 1869 and 1875 in support of girls' and women's education.<br/><br/> Carpenter was one of the foremost public speakers of her time and is best remembered for the huge contribution she made to educational and penal reform. She opened "ragged schools" to give an education to the children of the poor and introduced reformatories which took a caring and constructive stance for young offenders. Mary Carpenter also campaigned for better education for women and reforms to prisons. Following a meeting with Frederick Douglass Mary Carpenter became fervenlyt opposed of the slave trade particularly the Fugitive Slave Law of 1850. She travelled extensively in America Europe and India where she also sought reforms similar to those she pursued in Britain. She was a pioneer in the field of equality for women and stood almost alone as a female orator who was widely listened to and respected. Not all criticism was favourable however and in 1864 her books and her work were condemned by Pope Pius IX. unknown books
16332Pioneering Leader in Girls' Education Mary Carpenter - Female Leader in Women's Education who opened "ragged schools" to give an education to the children of the poor. - Autograph Letter Signed May 25 1868 Red Lodge House 2 pages folded from a single sheet. 4"x6". To "Dear Sir." Signed at the closing "Mary Carpenter." <br/><br/>Stating in part: "I was surprised.to see the enclosed in our denominational paper which had been copied from an American paper with which came of my Brother's correspondence. He had sent to it some account of my journey so it is connected with friends of ours."<br/><br/>Mary Carpenter visited India in 1866 1868 1869 and 1875 in support of girls' and women's education. She published her first book Six Months in India in 1868 the year of this letter. Mary Carpenter was one of the foremost public speakers of her time and is best remembered for the huge contribution she made to educational and penal reform. Author of Our Convicts 1864 and Six Months in India 1868. She opened "ragged schools" to give an education to the children of the poor and introduced reformatories which took a caring and constructive stance for young offenders. Mary Carpenter also campaigned for better education for women and reforms to prisons. Following a meeting with Frederick Douglass Mary Carpenter became a fervent opposer of the slave trade particularly the Fugitive Slave Law of 1850. She travelled extensively in America Europe and India where she also sought reforms similar to those she pursued in Britain. unknown books
