The Tragic Comedians A Study In A Well-known Story by Meredith, George - 1880

1847, first printing, 54 page pamphlet in fair to good condition. Wraps are nearly off, front is stained, title page heavily foxed with pencil notations of prior book seller. Interior is otherwise pretty good, minor to moderate foxing, no other writing or vandalism. Complete as issued. Scarce first printing of this satire on tobacco use. People have suggested for a long time that tobacco has ill effects on the health of users and those around them - here is a 19th century example of that opinion. Identification of the author is difficult - I have listed two common suggestions. I am pretty sure we can rule out Solomon Spittle. Item is rare: WordCat locates two copies of this printing (#237747794); none from this date are for sale. Please see scans of the item you will receive. Included in 'Medical' history as this pamphlet does more than hint at the health problems of tobacco users.

Second impression. xxx+467 pp.+1 folding map h.t. 20,2x14,5 cm. The Story of the Nations / T. Fisher Unwin, London, 1899.
--- Pictorial cloth gilt (publishers binding). Some wear to extremities. B&W illustrations. Tight binding. Occasional light foxing. Unmarked.

Circa 1875 edition of popular captivity narrative. Nelson & Phillips, New York. Spencer was 11 when captured in 1792. Brown blindstamped cloth, gilt title on spine. Condition is Very Good: Recased using original boards sometime in last 40 years. Modern endpapers. No interior writing, occasional foxing, some smudges, old corner folds. Small hole pp.13/14 affecting a few letters. Binding is sound. 160 pages with 4 plates and 4 engravings embedded in text all included in pagination. Contents bound at end as usual with this book. The plates and engravings are same topics and locations as the 1842 edition but are by a different engraver. True first edition is 1835 in either New York or Pennsylvania. See Howes S843; Ayer 272; Field 1470; Graff 3930 and OCLC: 35730821. Please see images of the book you will receive. Notes: putting an accurate date on this edition is problematic. Nelson began publishing in 1854 so definitely after that. WorldCat suggests "187?" which is reasonable looking at materials used.… Read More

Please note that the listing is for a Slipcase only. Each slipcase is individually hand made from the highest quality materials using time honored traditional techniques, and it is important to note that there are no acidic glues, resins, or epoxy mixes in their construction. Any paper and cloth products used are also acid free. Please note that this case has been designed to fit the 1st Edition / 1st Printing of the title and other copies are not guaranteed to fit. Specifications - 1st Edition 1st Printing Custom Slipcase - 1/4 Inch Moisture Resistant Customwood 300 gsm Textured Cardstock - Cloth lining - Titebond non-toxin original wood glue.. Slipcase Only. New. 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. Slipcase.

Fourteen volumes in original hardcovers. Series 1: volumes 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 11, 12, 15, 20, 21, 22, 23, 25, 26. 1896-1914. Generally condition runs from Good to Very Good plus. These are heavy volumes that are prone to binding failures when handled improperly. Some of these volumes are sound, some strengthened with new endpapers, some where binding is starting. None have failed bindings. The earlier volumes show more general wear to the boards than later volumes. I have prepared a more complete condition report on each volume so feel free to inquire. Shipping will be actual cost to me not more (weight of this is about 44 pounds). Please see images of the books you will receive. Notes: a quite interesting set with maps, charts and images of warships in every volume. An incredible feat of research that took 33 years to complete. (Civil War)

Second impression. xxx+467 pp.+1 folding map h.t. 20,2x14,5 cm. The Story of the Nations / T. Fisher Unwin, London, 1899.
--- Pictorial cloth gilt (publishers binding). Some wear to extremities. B&W illustrations. Tight binding. Occasional light foxing. Unmarked.

775 pages. 30 x 21.5 cm. First English edition. Translated from the German by Robert Allen. More than 1250 illustrations, including 53 tipped-in full-color plates. Classified Catalogue. Bibliography. Index. This is perhaps the definitive, if not most complete retrospective analysis between two covers of Chagall's work written by the artist's son-in-law, and a well-known art historian in his own right.

Please note that the listing is for a Slipcase only. Each slipcase is individually hand made from the highest quality materials using time honored traditional techniques, and it is important to note that there are no acidic glues, resins, or epoxy mixes in their construction. Any paper and cloth products used are also acid free. Please note that this case has been designed to fit the 1st Edition / 1st Printing of the title and other copies are not guaranteed to fit. Specifications - 1st Edition 1st Printing Custom Slipcase - 1/4 Inch Moisture Resistant Customwood 300 gsm Textured Cardstock - Cloth lining - Titebond non-toxin original wood glue.. Slipcase Only. New. 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. Slipcase.

The Inter-Mountain Educator Co, 1913. Softcover. Very Good. June, 1913 issue of The Inter-Mountain Educator Co., then located in Missoula, Montana. Special Montana Public School Number. Includes individual histories of Montanan grade schools, high schools and colleges. Densely illustrated with historical photos of exterior and interior views of schools, grounds, students, surrounding areas and more. Institutions represented include: The University of Montana (Missoula), Montana State School of Mines (Butte), Montana State College of Agriculture and Mechanic Arts (Bozeman), State Normal College (Dillon), High School of Gallatin County (Bozeman), City Schools of Bozeman, County High School at Missoula, Public Schools of the City of Missoula, Public Schools of Terry, Custer County, High School of Beaverhead County (Dillon), Hardin Schools of Big Horn County, High School of Broadwater County (Townsend), Granite County High School (Philipsburg), Schools of the City of Havre, Schools of Glasgow, Valley… Read More

You get one vintage The General Book of the Tarot by A.E. Thierens 1930 hardcover book published by Rider & Co in Great Britain. This is a first edition and is in English. It comes with its original dust jacket. This is a scarce book, written by the premier Dutch astrologer of his time, that defines the entire Tarot divination systems with some unique insights into the meanings and interpretations of the cards. The book includes an Introduction by A.E. Waite. "The General Book of the Tarot" delves into the esoteric and mysterious world of Tarot, covering topics such as symbolism, interpretation, and history. The author, A.E. Thierens, is a renowned figure in the occult world and provides unique insights into the Tarot. Adolph Ernestus Thierens ( Brielle, December 20, 1875 - Bussum, December 30, 1941 ) was a Dutch occultist, astrologer and soldier. In 1907 he founded the Netherlands Society for the Study of Astronomy and Modern Astrology, of which he was president until 1922. He is seen as the founder… Read More