Morton Pennypacker (42 results)

Soft cover. Condition: Good. Stated 1935 Edition. Tight staplebound softcover book in good condition. 8vo. 32pp. Green textured wrappers with fancy gold lettering on the front wrapper. The entire book is printed on coated stock with full-page black & white photographs within text. Book is clean & very tight. The wrappers have a little edgewear with lightly bumped corners. The free endpapers have a little light discoloration. The staple has some rust so there is light discoloration close to them on the center page. The leaves are otherwise in very good condition with no markings. The second 20-page staplebound book is clean with no markings - it does have some light foxing. The antique postcards have not been used and are in very good condition. Ships within 24 hours. Scans available upon request.

Condition: New.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. Staple bound paperback. Fading to wrappers, otherwise very good.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. 1st edition. Staple bound paperback. 14 pg catalog. Minor age toning to wrappers, otherwise very good.

Condition: New.

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

Condition: New.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. Staple bound paperback. Minor age toning to wrappers, otherwise very good.

Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Limited Edition. (1930), Limited Edition #190/780 copies; Near Fine/Very Good glassine dj/Near Fine slipcase; large octavo, 118pp., beige cloth hardcover, bright gold lettering on intact title labels on cover & backstrip, b&w ill's., large foldout chart in rear of the Woodhull family, slipcase with very slight wear, binding tight, text partly un-cut & never-opened.

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - 'The Two Spies: Nathan Hale and Robert Townsend' offers a compelling historical exploration of the clandestine world of the American Revolution. Morton Pennypacker provides a dual biographical study that contrasts the tragic fate of Nathan Hale with the secretive, successful operations of Robert Townsend. While Hale is celebrated for his ultimate sacrifice and the famous words attributed to his final moments, Townsend's role as 'Culper Junior' remained hidden for generations.This work is pivotal in revealing the mechanics of the Culper Spy Ring, the intelligence network that provided General George Washington with vital information from British-occupied New York. Pennypacker meticulously reconstructs the risks taken by these individuals, highlighting the starkly different paths of two men dedicated to the cause of American independence. By examining historical evidence and local records, the author brings to light the shadows of 18th-century espionage, making this an essential read for those interested in military history and the evolution of American intelligence. The narrative captures the tension of life behind enemy lines and underscores the critical importance of secret service in the founding of the United States.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.

Gebunden. Condition: New.

Buch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - 'The Two Spies: Nathan Hale and Robert Townsend' offers a compelling historical exploration of the clandestine world of the American Revolution. Morton Pennypacker provides a dual biographical study that contrasts the tragic fate of Nathan Hale with the secretive, successful operations of Robert Townsend. While Hale is celebrated for his ultimate sacrifice and the famous words attributed to his final moments, Townsend's role as 'Culper Junior' remained hidden for generations.This work is pivotal in revealing the mechanics of the Culper Spy Ring, the intelligence network that provided General George Washington with vital information from British-occupied New York. Pennypacker meticulously reconstructs the risks taken by these individuals, highlighting the starkly different paths of two men dedicated to the cause of American independence. By examining historical evidence and local records, the author brings to light the shadows of 18th-century espionage, making this an essential read for those interested in military history and the evolution of American intelligence. The narrative captures the tension of life behind enemy lines and underscores the critical importance of secret service in the founding of the United States.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.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. "The Two Spies: Nathan Hale and Robert Townsend" offers a compelling historical exploration of the clandestine world of the American Revolution. Morton Pennypacker provides a dual biographical study that contrasts the tragic fate of Nathan Hale with the secretive, successful operations of Robert Townsend. While Hale is celebrated for his ultimate sacrifice and the famous words attributed to his final moments, Townsend's role as 'Culper Junior' remained hidden for generations.This work is pivotal in revealing the mechanics of the Culper Spy Ring, the intelligence network that provided General George Washington with vital information from British-occupied New York. Pennypacker meticulously reconstructs the risks taken by these individuals, highlighting the starkly different paths of two men dedicated to the cause of American independence. By examining historical evidence and local records, the author brings to light the shadows of 18th-century espionage, making this an essential read for those interested in military history and the evolution of American intelligence. The narrative captures the tension of life behind enemy lines and underscores the critical importance of secret service in the founding of the United States.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. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Buch. Condition: 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.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Slipcase. 1st Edition. Book has minor cover soiling thus nearly fine. Glassine wrapper is present and the slipcase is soiled with moderate wear. Book.

Pamphlet. Condition: Very good overall. An article by Morton Pennypacker concerning inaccuracies in a recently published magazine article titled "Birthright of John Howard Payne". Pennypacker was author of "General Washington's Spies on Long Island and in New York". John Howard Payne, actor, poet and playwright, wrote the enormously popular song "Home Sweet Home" in 1822. It was first sung at Covent Garden, England in I823 , as part of the opera "Clari, the Maid of Milan." 8vo, 8pp. Paper wraps, typed article, unpaginated, stitched binding.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. "The Two Spies: Nathan Hale and Robert Townsend" offers a compelling historical exploration of the clandestine world of the American Revolution. Morton Pennypacker provides a dual biographical study that contrasts the tragic fate of Nathan Hale with the secretive, successful operations of Robert Townsend. While Hale is celebrated for his ultimate sacrifice and the famous words attributed to his final moments, Townsend's role as 'Culper Junior' remained hidden for generations.This work is pivotal in revealing the mechanics of the Culper Spy Ring, the intelligence network that provided General George Washington with vital information from British-occupied New York. Pennypacker meticulously reconstructs the risks taken by these individuals, highlighting the starkly different paths of two men dedicated to the cause of American independence. By examining historical evidence and local records, the author brings to light the shadows of 18th-century espionage, making this an essential read for those interested in military history and the evolution of American intelligence. The narrative captures the tension of life behind enemy lines and underscores the critical importance of secret service in the founding of the United States.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. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket. Hardcover. Volume II only. SIGNED by Morton Pennypacker on second free endpaper. Number 202 of a Special Edition of an unknown quantity printed for the Author. Red cloth board with title in gold on spine. Minor soil. Foxed/tanned endpapers. Text pages are clean. Always carefully wrapped and shipped in cardboard boxes to protect your purchase. ; 8vo 8" - 9" tall.

Condition: New. Print on Demand pp. 252.

Leatherbound. Condition: NEW. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. Leatherbound edition. Condition: New. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. Pages: 152. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1930 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: English Pages: 152.

Condition: New. Print on Demand.

hardcover, Condition: Good, Long Island Historical Society, Brooklyn, 1939, matching dates, 8vo., cloth, 302pp., illusts., faint triangular stain to upper outside corner of covers (5" diagonal on front, 1.5" diagonal on rear, a litttle shaken, ow G $.

Leatherbound. Condition: NEW. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. Leatherbound edition. Condition: New. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. Pages: 254. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1899 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: English Pages: 254.

Condition: New. PRINT ON DEMAND.

Leatherbound. Condition: NEW. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. Leatherbound edition. Condition: New. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. Pages: 358. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1939 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: English Pages: 358.

PENNYPACKER, Morton. The Two Spies: Nathan Hale and Robert Townsend. Boston, 1930. 1st ed. Illus. folding genealogical chart. ix, 118pp. Orig. cloth. Fine. Limited to 780 numbered copies.

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1899 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Pages: 253 NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 253.

Condition: New. Print on Demand.