New York: Mitchell Kennerley, 1909. [1909] FIRST EDITION hardcover. [Not a recent reprint or facsimile -- this is the first edition published in 1909.] Olive green binding, gilt lettering, gilt to top edge; deckled fore-edge and bottom edge (usually associated with better books). Condition: Binding is age darken (with faint soiling), especially spine. Light shelf wear, fraying/chips to top and foot of spine. Two corners showing a tad; bump to top extremity of rear cover. Endpapers: Faint erased pencil notes by bookseller on first free endpaper. Some rubbing to gilt on top edge. Gilt lettering on top cover and spine in fine condition - not rubbed or chipped. Internally, lightly age toned, several creases to leaves, some chips and short tears to page borders. Stored in temperature-controlled environment. Overall, Very Good. Here is an uncommon book that reflects passages from Shakespeare and the author's comments or interpretations. The author, Frank Harris, notes how Shakespeare changed over the years, from younger years to maturity and how his writing reflect the changes. Harris recreates Shakespeare - the most complex and passionate personality in the world, whether of life or letters. A wonderful book and a first edition. Note: We are a well-established, well-respected, ethical book dealer in business since 1991. We describe the condition of our books thoroughly and honestly, so you'll know exactly what you will receiving when you order. We ship promptly. . First Edition. Hard Cover. Very Good.

Reviews

(Log in or Create an Account first!)

Details

Bookseller: R. Siedlecki Vintage Books (US)
Bookseller's Inventory #: 004589
Title: The Man Shakespeare and His Tragic Life-Story [1909 First Edition]
Author: Harris, Frank
Format/Binding: Hardcover
Book Condition: Used - Very Good
Edition: First Edition
Publisher: Mitchell Kennerley
Place of Publication: New York
Date Published: 1909
Weight: 0.00 lbs
Keywords: Shakespeare and His Tragic Life Story Literature Poetry England

Terms of Sale

R. Siedlecki Vintage Books

If any of our books are not as we described them, you may return for a full refund. Please contact us first before you make your return. Most orders are usually shipped within two business days. Shipping and handling costs are based on books weighing 2.2 lbs, or 1 KG. We will advise you of additional shipping and handling charges for books that are heavy, in sets, oversized, or are more expensive than normal. Also, we will advise you of charges regarding international shipments. Georgia residents add sale tax depending on the county you live in (6%, 7%, or 8%). Do not send cash or foreign checks.

About the Seller

R. Siedlecki Vintage Books

This seller has earned a 5 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.

Biblio member since 2006

Roswell, Georgia

Ask Seller a Question

About R. Siedlecki Vintage Books

We are a well-established, well-respected dealer that is professional, honest, and ethical in our business dealings. We tend to describe each book in a reserved, conservative manner, rather than oversell a book or sidestep the responsibility of addressing its flaws. Book club editions and library books along with books without dustjackets (if they came with dustjackets) are pointed out in our descriptions. We describe our books in detail, pointing out the precise condition of each book based on our opinion. It's your assurance that the book we describe is as close as possible to the book you’ll receive. In business since 1991, we typically have five-star ratings on major web sites.

Glossary
Frequently asked questions

Glossary

Some terminology that may be used in this description includes:

Rubbing: Abrasion or wear to the surface. Usually used in reference to a book's boards or dust-jacket.
Reprint: Any printing of a book which follows the original edition. By definition, a reprint is not a first edition.
Facsimile: An exact copy of an original work. In books, it refers to a copy or reproduction, as accurate as possible, of an original...
Shelf Wear: Shelf wear (shelfwear) describes damage caused over time to a book by placing and removing a book from a shelf. This damage is...
First Edition: In book collecting, the first edition is the earliest published form of a book. A book may have more than one first edition in...
Gilt: The decorative application of gold or gold coloring to a portion of a book on the spine, edges of the text block, or an inlay in...
Fine: A book in fine condition exhibits no flaws. A fine condition book closely approaches As New condition, but may lack the...
Spine: The outer portion of a book which covers the actual binding. The spine usually faces outward when a book is placed on a shelf....
Leaves: Very generally, "leaves" refers to the pages of a book, as in the common phrase, "loose-leaf pages." A leaf is a single sheet...