Basil woon (47 Ergebnisse)

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. 1st edition as no later printing stated. Binding tight; interior clean; gift inscription on ffep to former Montana governor Frank Cooney; previous bookseller (Gelber Lilienthal Inc. San Francisco) sticker inside rear board. Fold out maps in nice shape; black and white photos throughout. Green cloth-covered boards; minor soiling; bumping and light wear at corners and spine ends. An informal guide to the Bay area and Northern California, referencing the area's cultural and historical ties to the Gold Rush. 407pp., including index.…

hardcover. Zustand: ACCEPTABLE. NONE. 323 mostly clean, unmarked, tight pages but there are a few small spots and stains; spotting on outer edges of textblock and inside front and back covers and flyleaves; gift inscription on front flyleaf; cover is sturdy with small spots and shelf wear; slightly worn corners and fraying at ends of spine; all that is left of the dust jacket is the front and back flaps.…

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. No Jacket.

Hardcover. Zustand: Good.

Zustand: Fair. 1935. No Edition Remarks. 407 pages. No dust jacket. Green cloth. Contains black and white plates throughout. Pages remain bright and clear with minimal tanning and foxing. Thumb-marking present. Light creasing to gutter. Binding remains firm. Boards have mild edge-wear with slight rubbing to surfaces. Soft crushing to spine ends. Some tanning to spine and edges. Small marks to boards.…

Soft Cover. Zustand: Good.

Zustand: Good. Boards have some sunning. Content has light toning, no inscriptions, 319pp with 16 B&W illustrations. No DJ.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Reissue. Hardcover in red cloth. 361 pp. Illustrated with full page photographs. Very good or somewhat better, tiny tear to the head edge of the spine strip; no dust jacket. Anecdotal biography of world the women know in her time as the most famous actress in the world, Sarah Bernhardt ( 1844-1923).…

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. First Edition. First edition. Very good. Hardcover lightly rubbed at spine ends and corners, lightly soiled cover and foredges, spine and pages lightly browned.

Hardcover. Zustand: Like New. First Edition. First Edition, First Printing. Published by Adobe Corral of the Westerners, 1995. Octavo. Hardcover. Book is like new. Dust jacket is like new. Signed by author on title page.

HRD. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good+. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Very Good-. Second Edition. 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 361 pages; 1937 Tudor Publishing Co. HC/DJ. 2nd edition after the 1924 Boni Liveright edition. Square solid and neat in original red cloth with title lettering brightly in gilt to spine. Pictorial dust jacket has several short closed tears, small chips and spots of rub to edges. Solid and neat; uncommon in dust jacket. Illustrated with photographs. NF/VG-. …

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. First Edition.

1st ed. Very slight bumping to spine & top RH corner of front board; dj tatty with fraying & chipping. Illustrated by N.Sotheby Pitcher Used - Good. VG hardback in Fair dust jacket Used - Good. VG hardback in Fair dust jacket.

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. hardback, 8vo, 323pp, illustrated, map endpapers, pages browning, slight foxing, text clean and sound, no inscriptions, blue cloth, rubbed, spine faded, Good / no dustwrapper.

Zustand: New. In English.

Hard Cover. Zustand: Near Fine. No Dust Jacket. 1st Edition. Sixth Printing. Publisher's full blue cloth, gilt lettering on spine, gilt lettering and borders, and blind-stamped medaqllion and borders on cover, fore-edge deckle, printed endpapers. Illustrated with 16 full-page B&W photographs. . Spine sunned, else fine; unmarked, unread, tight, square, and clean. NEAR FINE. . 8vo 8" - 9" tall. 361 pp. …

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. Very Good in green cloth with gilt spine titles.Some rubbing to titles on front board.Signed by Cady on first Endpaper. 7" x 5". Signed by Author(s).

ex libris (usual cancellation stamps pkts etc) 323pp illus VG(library rebind,minor bruised corners,sl bumped spine head & foot,v sl sunned spine, sl rubbed).

First edition 192pp illust., ex libris (usual cancellation stamps, pockets etc.) good (rubbed, edgewear, corners bruised, d/w flap cut and attached to ffep), errata slip tipped in near rear.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Poor. Reprint. 323pp. 600g. Blue cloth boards a little rubbed and discoloured, but contents tight and clean, Very Good, in a Poor but complete repaired and well worn d/w, in removable clear wrap. (See Picture). Illustrated with b/w plates by Lieut. N. Sotheby Pitcher, R.N.V.R. and with a preface by Rt. Hon. A.V. Alexander, M.P. First lord of the Admiralty. This is an account of the great battle on which the life of Britian depended, written during the conflict. Lieut. N. Sotheby Pitcher, R.N.V.R. (illustrator).…

355pp. 8vo. Original cloth. Black and white frontis and plates. Bookplate on front pastedown. Avery good copy.

Zustand: Very Good. Signed Copy . Good dust jacket. Limited edition. Copy #176/250. Signed by foreward author L. Boyd Finch on limitation bookplate on front pastedown and title page.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Step back in time and into the world of the legendary Sarah Bernhardt through the intimate recollections of someone who knew her well. 'Sarah Bernhardt as I knew her: The Memoirs of Madame Pierre Berton as told to Basil Woon' offers a unique and captivating glimpse into the life of the celebrated French actress. More than just a biography, this book presents a personal portrait of Bernhardt, shaped by the memories and experiences of Madame Pierre Berton. Delve into the world of theater and Parisian society, and discover the woman behind the iconic performances. Explore the historical context that shaped Bernhardt's career and enduring legacy. This meticulously prepared edition allows readers to experience a firsthand account of a theatrical titan. Perfect for those interested in women's history, the performing arts, and the golden age of theater, this memoir provides invaluable insights into the life and times of Sarah Bernhardt.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Kartoniert / Broschiert. Zustand: New.

1st Edition in this form. Fine cloth copy in a good if somewhat edge-nicked and dust-dulled dw (with tape repairs) , now mylar-sleeved. Remains particularly and surprisingly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. ; 361 pages; Description: 361 p. Front. , plates, ports. , facsims. 23 cm. Subjects: Bernhardt, Sarah, 1844-1923. Impressively illustrated with a series of photo-plates. 1 Kg. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'The Paris That's Not in the Guide Books' is a spirited and sophisticated exploration of the French capital during the height of the Roaring Twenties. Basil Woon takes readers behind the scenes of the city's most famous landmarks to reveal the pulsing heart of the Jazz Age, from the glittering salons of the social elite to the smoky bars of Montparnasse. Unlike traditional travelogues of the era, this work focuses on the personalities, scandals, and hidden haunts that defined the lives of the 'Lost Generation' and the international expatriate community.With wit and keen observation, Woon provides an insider's perspective on the glamour and decadence of 1920s Paris. The narrative captures the essence of a transformative period in history, detailing the social customs, nightlife, and cultural shifts that made Paris the center of the artistic and social world. 'The Paris That's Not in the Guide Books' remains a valuable historical document and an entertaining read for anyone captivated by the legend of Paris between the wars, offering a vivid portrait of a city that was as much a state of mind as it was a geographical location.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This XpressRead Cram Edition of Sarah Bernhardt as I knew her pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic. Step back in time and into the world of the legendary Sarah Bernhardt through the intimate recollections of someone who knew her well. 'Sarah Bernhardt as I knew her: The Memoirs of Madame Pierre Berton as told to Basil Woon' offers a unique and captivating glimpse into the life of the celebrated French actress. More than just a biography, this book presents a personal portrait of Bernhardt, shaped by the memories and experiences of Madame Pierre Berton. Delve into the world of theater and Parisian society, and discover the woman behind the iconic performances. Explore the historical context that shaped Bernhardt's career and enduring legacy. This meticulously prepared edition allows readers to experience a firsthand account of a theatrical titan. Perfect for those interested in women's history, the performing arts, and the golden age of theater, this memoir provides invaluable insights into the life and times of Sarah Bernhardt.…

1st Edition in this form. Fine cloth copy in a good if somewhat edge-nicked and dust-dulled dw (with tape repairs) , now mylar-sleeved. Remains particularly and surprisingly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. ; 361 pages; Description: 361 p. Front. , plates, ports. , facsims. 23 cm. Subjects: Bernhardt, Sarah, 1844-1923. Impressively illustrated with a series of photo-plates. 1 Kg. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'The Real Sarah Bernhardt' offers an intimate and revelatory portrait of one of the most iconic figures in the history of the performing arts. Written by Pierre Berton and Basil Woon, this biography seeks to move beyond the public persona of the legendary French actress to uncover the complex woman behind the stage persona. Sarah Bernhardt, often called 'The Divine Sarah,' dominated the theatrical world of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and this work captures the essence of her extraordinary life, from her early struggles to her international triumphs.The narrative explores Bernhardt's profound impact on the theater, her pioneering spirit, and her indomitable personality that captivated audiences across the globe. By examining her personal relationships, her artistic process, and her unwavering dedication to her craft, the authors provide readers with a comprehensive look at the woman who redefined what it meant to be a celebrity. 'The Real Sarah Bernhardt' serves as both a tribute to her immense talent and a historical record of a transformative era in drama. It remains an essential read for those interested in the history of theater, women's biography, and the cultural landscape of the Belle Époque.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…