Bayly charles (15 Ergebnisse)

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. 1st Edition. Hardcover, no dust jacket. Tan cloth over boards with blind embossed and black lettering. No date on title page. Dated 1927 on copyright page. Stated first publication. 280 pages. Good condition. Binding is strong and square. Some rubbing to the corners. Spine is lightly bumped and rubbed. Some light discoloring to the covers- a bit heavier at the spine. Pages are evenly toned throughout. Page edges are a little heavier. No foxing or marks to be found. A previous owner's name written neatly in pen at the head of the front free endpaper. Overall good condition. Please email with questions or to see any photos.…

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Hardcover. Zustand: Fine. No Jacket. viii, 286 p., [16] leaves of plates : ill. ; 23 cm. ; ISBN: 0241891892; 9780241891896 LCCN: 75-329171 ; LC: CT9990; Dewey: 920/.0415 ; OCLC: 1952718 ; brown cloth ; no dustjacket ; Contents : Familiars -- Hermits and ascetics -- Miracle workers, Rhymers, Witches, Giants and Oddities -- John Perrot -- John Asgill and Dean Swift -- Frederick Hervey, Bishop of Derry -- Philip Skleton and other men of God -- Spenders and spongers -- Men of violence -- George Robert Fitzgerald -- Scholars -- Richard Pokrich -- The Stratfords and the Kings -- Buck Whaley and Tiger ROche --- Court circles -- Lord Massereene -- Amanda Ros -- Folly and death and Adolphus Cooke -- Selected books -- Index ; also includes oddities such as Crazy Crow, Richard Crosbie, Harry Badger, Eleanor Butler, Sarah Ponsonby, Charles Byrne, Countess of Desmond, Thomas Dermody, Charles Maturin, Richard Kirwan, Jackie Barrett, Valentine Greatrakes, and Colonel Hanger ; "This is a 'rare gallery of human curiosities'" - William Trevor. ; "A delightful excursion into the bizarre, colorful, and extravagant lives of Irish eccentrics, saints, scholars, bucks and hellrakes, duellists, abductors, rhymers, and miracle-makers." ; "Peter Somerville-Large is the author of "Cappaghglass," shortlisted for the Ewart-Biggs Prize." ; FINE. Book. …

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. First UK Edition. Firmly bound with some dust spotting on the closed page edges, no jacket, small neat inscription inside.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 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 will 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 - 'Frederick Chopin: A man of solitude' offers a profound look into the life and artistry of Frédéric Chopin, one of the most revered classical composers of the Romantic era. Penned by Guy de, comte Pourtalès, this enduring biography delves into the complex inner world of the Polish piano virtuoso, exploring the solitude that both shaped and defined his revolutionary music. Readers are invited to explore the journey of Chopin, from his early days in Poland to his influential career in Paris, tracing the inspirations and challenges that molded his unique compositional style. This meticulously prepared print edition provides an intimate portrait of a musician whose legacy continues to captivate audiences worldwide. It is an essential read for anyone passionate about classical music, the history of piano music, or the lives of great composers. 'Frederick Chopin' illuminates the profound personal narrative behind the timeless melodies, revealing the man behind the legendary works and offering insights into the indelible mark he left on musical history.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.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Frederick Chopin: A man of solitude' offers a profound look into the life and artistry of Frédéric Chopin, one of the most revered classical composers of the Romantic era. Penned by Guy de, comte Pourtalès, this enduring biography delves into the complex inner world of the Polish piano virtuoso, exploring the solitude that both shaped and defined his revolutionary music. Readers are invited to explore the journey of Chopin, from his early days in Poland to his influential career in Paris, tracing the inspirations and challenges that molded his unique compositional style. This meticulously prepared print edition provides an intimate portrait of a musician whose legacy continues to captivate audiences worldwide. It is an essential read for anyone passionate about classical music, the history of piano music, or the lives of great composers. 'Frederick Chopin' illuminates the profound personal narrative behind the timeless melodies, revealing the man behind the legendary works and offering insights into the indelible mark he left on musical history.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.…

Hardback. Zustand: Very Good. Light rubbing to corners and edges. Pages clean and bright, no markings, light wear to edges. Binding tight. NEW EU 3 EURO CHARGE FOR IMPORTS IS INCLUDED IN OUR SHIPPING PRICE. ALL ITEMS ARE DISPATCHED FROM THE UK, ALL OVERSEAS ORDERS SENT BY TRACKABLE AIR MAIL. IF YOU ARE LOCATED OUTSIDE THE UK PLEASE ASK US FOR A POSTAGE QUOTE FOR MULTI VOLUME SETS BEFORE ORDERING.…

Gebunden. Zustand: New.

Softcover. Zustand: Good. Unknown edition. Folio. Single bifolium making four pages. Notched and worn along the fold with numbers inked on each page from once being bound within an album, separated along the bottom two-thirds of the fold, and foxing and light offsetting throughout, a complete but good only copy. For voice and piano. Plate number, 12. *OCLC* locates only six holdings of this edition published by Bourne.…

Softcover. Zustand: Good. Unknown edition. Folio. Single bifolium making four pages. Separated at the fold but both leaves are present, foxing, and edgewear, a complete but good only copy. For voice and piano. Plate number, 12. *OCLC* locates only six holdings of this edition published by Bourne.

Kartoniert / Broschiert. Zustand: New. GlobalgeschichteHerausgegeben von Sebastian Conrad, Andreas Eckert und Ulrike FreitagIm ersten Band der Reihe werden Schluesseltexte der international wichtigsten Vertreter der Globalgeschichte erstmals in deutscher Sprache publiziert: Christopher A. Bay.

First edition. Limited edition. Hardcover. Signed by the artist. Publisher's original dark purple cloth with gilt titles to the spine and upper board. Illustrated with six captioned, black and white plates by Vincent Sammy. A near fine copy, the binding square and firm, the cloth and gilt bright and fresh. The contents, with just a touch of spotting to the top and fore- edges of the closed text block, are otherwise clean throughout, and without previous owner's inscriptions or stamps. Issued in an edition of 100 copies, from which this example is numbered 85, and signed by British Fantasy Award-nominated illustrator Vincent Sammy in black ink on a cream bookplate pasted to the front endpaper (as issued). The sixth chronological volume in co-editors Anne C. Perry and Jared Shurin's supernatural-horror 'Pandemonium' anthology series. Further details and images for any of the items listed are available on request. All items are catalogued by humans. Lucius Books welcomes direct contact with our customers.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. A characterful collection of twenty-four nineteenth-century acting plays and pamphlets, including Cruikshank-illustrated pieces and a handwritten comedy manuscript, housed in a cloth slipcase. In the publisher's original paper wraps, complete with a contemporary green cloth slipcase.A varied collection of twenty-four nineteenth-century acting editions and theatrical pamphlets, including opera libretti, farces, comedies, and burlesques, issued for stage use by major theatrical publishers such as Dicks" Standard Plays, Lacy"s Acting Edition, French"s Acting Edition, and The Minor Drama series, together with a handwritten play manuscript. Drawn from the principal publishers of inexpensive acting editions, these pamphlets were produced for theatrical performance and rehearsal.Comprising:Published by T. Brettell:1830 La Cenerentola; or, Cinderella. A Comic Opera, in Two Acts, the music by Gioachino Rossini, as represented at the King"s Theatre, Haymarket.Published by J. Dicks (Dicks" Standard Plays):The Rivals by Richard Brinsley Sheridan.The Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare.Published by John Cumberland:Popping the Question: A Farce, in One Act by John Baldwin Buckstone, illustrated after George Cruikshank.Published by Thomas Hailes Lacy (Lacy"s Acting Editions):Diamond Cut Diamond: An Interlude in One Act (five copies).Blighted Being: A Farce, in One Act by Tom Taylor.The Heir at Law.Love by Lantern Light: An Operetta in One Act, adapted from the French, with music by Jacques Offenbach.Bombastes Furioso: A Burlesque Tragic Opera in One Act by William Barnes Rhodes (two copies), illustrated by George Cruikshank.Popping the Question: A Farce, in One Act by John Baldwin Buckstone.Woodcock"s Little Games: A Comedy-Farce, in Two Acts by John Maddison Morton.Little Toddlekins: A Comic Drama in One Act by Charles Mathews (two copies).Kiss in the Dark: A Farce, in One Act by John Baldwin Buckstone.Published by Samuel French (French"s Acting Edition, late Lacy"s):Creatures of Impulse.Box and Cox: A Romance of Real Life, in One Act by John Maddison Morton.Popping the Question: A Farce, in One Act by John Baldwin Buckstone.The Minor Drama:Used Up: A Petite Comedy, in Two Acts, translated from the French by Charles Mathews.Handwritten manuscript transcription:Perfection; or, The Lady of Munster. A Petite Comedy in 2 Acts by Thomas Haynes Bayly, disbound. In the publisher's original paper wraps.Externally, generally worn. Creasing, closed tears, and minor loss to extremities of wraps. First gathering to pp. 8 of "Cinderella" detached, but present. "Cinderella" l the front wrap, front free endpapers, and spine wrap. "Popping the Question" lacking the original wraps, previous owner"s small ink inscription to front free endpaper. Front wrap slightly affixed to title page of "Blighted Being", with closed tear to front joint. Significant loss to rear wrap of French"s Acting Edition of "Popping the Question," with slight loss to rear free endpaper. One of the copies of "Diamond Cut Diamond" more worn, with loss to front wrap. Slipcase sound. Rubbing and bumping to extremities and boards resulting in slight splitting to cloth. The odd light handling mark. Fading to perimeters. SLight warping to boards. Internally, generally loosely bound. The odd closed tear with occasional slight loss to gutters of the odd pamphlet. Pages of transcribed play "Perfection, or, The Lady of Munster," fully disbound, with sewn binding loosely holding to lower extremities. The odd leaf and gathering partially disbound, often slightly loose but holding. Pages generally bright and clean if slightly age toned. Previous owner"s ink annotations to "Dick"s Standard Plays: Merchant of Venice," frequently obscuring text. Previous owner"s ink inscription to title page of "Blighted Being." Previous owner"s ink inscriptions to "Love by Lantern", occasionally partially obscuring the text. The odd closed tear and crease to fore edge, heavier to first and last few leaves. Good. None; George Cruikshank (illustrator). book.…