Gribble george dunning (14 Ergebnisse)

Zustand: Fair. 1930. No Edition Stated. 362 pages. No dust jacket. Volume Two. Orange cloth with gilt lettering. Mild brown staining along rear hinge. Minimal foxing and tanning to endpapers and page edges. Some gutter cracking. Mild wear and bumping to spine, board edges and corners, with crushing to spine ends. Notable sunning to spine, with scuffing and soiling to boards.…

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. Blue cloth board in good condition 130pp.

Zustand: Good. Good condition. No Dust Jacket Two volumes in one. (french prose literature, 18th century, history and criticism, europe) A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Missing. London and New York; no publication date given, circa 1920. Gray and red cloth covered boards with pasted on spine titles; edges worn; 12mo - over 6 3/4" to 7 3/4" tall; no jacket. Pages toning at edges; Interior is clean and unmarked; 266 pages.

Zustand: Good. Light wear to boards. Content is clean with light toning. DJ with some edge wear, toning, tears and creasing.

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. Yellow worn outer covers splut down one part of spine the cover only Fast Despatch by 1st Class Mail - R Inventory.

Zustand: Good. First edition (hardback). 12mo (19cm by 14cm), 131pp, 1pp adverts. Original blue cloth, title labels to the front board and the spine. The spine label is rather rubbed; overall, this copy is in good to very good condition. Signed and inscribed by the author on the front endpapers.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'His Life and Memoirs (Vol. 2)' is an extensive biographical account that provides a window into the social and political climate of 18th-century Europe. This second volume continues the narrative of a life defined by personal ambition, cultural observation, and a series of remarkable encounters across the continent. It serves as a detailed chronicle of an era marked by the Enlightenment, offering insights into the customs, courtly life, and intellectual movements of the time.The work is distinguished by its vivid descriptions and historical depth, capturing the intricacies of human experience against the backdrop of a changing world. Through these memoirs, the author explores themes of identity, adventure, and the complexities of navigating the social hierarchies of the period. The text functions both as a personal history and a broader survey of European society, documenting the shifts in governance and philosophy that characterized the 1700s.This volume is a valuable resource for students of history and readers of classical biography. It emphasizes the importance of personal narratives in understanding the past, providing a compelling look at a figure whose life intersected with the major historical currents of his day. The prose remains an essential example of the memoir genre, balancing intimate reflection with grand historical perspectives.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.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'His Life and Memoirs (Vol. 2)' is an extensive biographical account that provides a window into the social and political climate of 18th-century Europe. This second volume continues the narrative of a life defined by personal ambition, cultural observation, and a series of remarkable encounters across the continent. It serves as a detailed chronicle of an era marked by the Enlightenment, offering insights into the customs, courtly life, and intellectual movements of the time.The work is distinguished by its vivid descriptions and historical depth, capturing the intricacies of human experience against the backdrop of a changing world. Through these memoirs, the author explores themes of identity, adventure, and the complexities of navigating the social hierarchies of the period. The text functions both as a personal history and a broader survey of European society, documenting the shifts in governance and philosophy that characterized the 1700s.This volume is a valuable resource for students of history and readers of classical biography. It emphasizes the importance of personal narratives in understanding the past, providing a compelling look at a figure whose life intersected with the major historical currents of his day. The prose remains an essential example of the memoir genre, balancing intimate reflection with grand historical perspectives.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 - 'Giacomo Casanova His Life and Memoirs' offers a compelling look into the extraordinary life of one of history's most enigmatic and enduring figures. Giacomo Casanova, often remembered solely as a legendary seducer, was in fact a man of vast intellectual curiosity, a daring adventurer, and a shrewd observer of the 18th-century world. This work delves into the various facets of his existence-from his early days in Venice to his travels across the royal courts of Europe-highlighting his roles as a scholar, gambler, diplomat, and spy. Through his vivid memoirs, readers are granted an intimate glimpse into the social customs, scandals, and political intrigues of the Enlightenment. Casanova's narrative provides more than just personal anecdotes; it serves as a sprawling historical canvas of the European continent. George Dunning Gribble's presentation captures the essence of this complex character, exploring the motivations and philosophies of a man who lived life with unapologetic intensity. This volume remains an essential resource for those interested in the literature of autobiography and the vibrant cultural history of the late 1700s.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.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Giacomo Casanova His Life and Memoirs' offers a compelling look into the extraordinary life of one of history's most enigmatic and enduring figures. Giacomo Casanova, often remembered solely as a legendary seducer, was in fact a man of vast intellectual curiosity, a daring adventurer, and a shrewd observer of the 18th-century world. This work delves into the various facets of his existence-from his early days in Venice to his travels across the royal courts of Europe-highlighting his roles as a scholar, gambler, diplomat, and spy. Through his vivid memoirs, readers are granted an intimate glimpse into the social customs, scandals, and political intrigues of the Enlightenment. Casanova's narrative provides more than just personal anecdotes; it serves as a sprawling historical canvas of the European continent. George Dunning Gribble's presentation captures the essence of this complex character, exploring the motivations and philosophies of a man who lived life with unapologetic intensity. This volume remains an essential resource for those interested in the literature of autobiography and the vibrant cultural history of the late 1700s.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.…

Hardcover. Zustand: Fair. No Jacket. ex library hardback with no D/J. Usual stamps/markings. Published by George Routledge & Sons Ltd., London, undated - around 1920's at a guess. Boards are worn/frayed with corner bumping, page edges grubby, foxing throughout & handling marks to many pages. Binding open in places but ibntact. Ready for immediate despatch from UK. BS-5C*.…

GRIBBLE, George Dunning. THE SCENE THAT WAS TO WRITE ITSELF: A TRAGI-COMEDY IN ONE ACT. London: Ernest Benn Limited, 1924. 12mo., printed wraps. First Edition. Good (wear, edge of half-title page chipped). $75.00.

Hardcover. 12mo. pp 38. Original publisher's blue cloth with black lettering at the spine and front cover. Previous owner's ex libris sticker stuck to front paste down, as well as a later owner's ex libris stuck neatly to front facing end paper. Light wear to corners of boards. Light creasing at folds of dust jacket. Light shelf wear to corners and edges of dust jacket. Light sun tanning to spine and edges of dust jacket. Otherwise a very good plus second hand copy.…