Birbeck Hill (24 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. No Dustjacket. Later Edition. ISBN . Small Hardback. No Dust jacket. Later Printing. Tight sound reading copy only due to smoke damage, slightly moky odor, underlining and notations to text, foxing to endpapers front and back, slight bowing to boards, owners name on front free endpaper, slight fade to spine. No Signature.…

Condition: Poor. Volume 4. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In poor condition, suitable as a reading copy. Large green cloth 8vo with green leather quarter binding. Backstrip missing. Bumped corners and a little fraying. Green end papers. Interior is secure, clean and clear. Contains a fold out plate. Trimmed edges with gilt top edge. Light foxing. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,1050grams, ISBN.…

Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. First Edition. Near fine with minor wear to this copy. Wrappers tape-repaired. Uncommon.

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

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

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

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

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good-. No Dust Jacket. First Edition; First Printing. First Edition, First Printing (No additional printings stated). 1878 on title page, 345 pages, xii of prelims, not including unpaginated copyright page, 6 pages of ads in rear. Very Good Minus, bound in dark brown cloth , with gilt titles on spine, blind-ruled borders on front and rear boards: edgewear and fraying to extremities, especially head of spine; some rubbing to top 1/4 of front board. Paper of front hinge split, though binding remains sound; rear endpapers sruck together at gutter, with bookseller stamp on pastedown and fragment of newspaper clipping adhered to same. Some light and intermittent spotting to pages, which are otherwise unmarked. Lit Bio; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 345 pages.…

Hardcover. Condition: V.g. xxix, 360, 46 [pub. cat.] pp. Red buckram, gilt. No fading or wear but the text un-cut edges browned.

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Quarto, facsimile reprint, 18 preliminary pages, 318 pages, frontispiece portrait plate, illustrations by Lancelot Speed, facsimile letter, map, fine condition in cloth covered boards and leatherette spine, gilt titled on front board and spine, one of a commemorative edition limited to 500 copies printed at the Scolar Press. Lacks the clear plastic cover. Heavy book (2 kilos) -additioanl shipping will be requested for destinations out-with the United Kingdom.…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents the life of Samuel Johnson, the renowned English writer and a key figure in the literary world of the 18th century, through extensive research and meticulous documentation. The author provides a comprehensive account of Johnson's life, from his early years and struggles to his rise to prominence as a writer and critic. The book delves into Johnson's complex personality, exploring his wit, intelligence, and eccentricities, painting a vivid portrait of the man behind the literary giant. Through Johnson's life and work, the book also sheds light on the broader literary and cultural landscape of 18th-century England, offering insights into the intellectual and social currents that shaped the era. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. …

Cloth. Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. Rebound in black pebbled cloth with gilt title. 2 fold outs present including the map in the rear. Ink stamp on half title. Clean copy.

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. ex-library hardbacks without dust jackets, usual stamps/markings. 6 VOLUMES COMPLETE SET. Volumes 1 to 4 The Life 1709-1784 published 1934, volumes 5 & 6 Tour of The Hebrides/Journey into North Wales & Indexes published 1950 by Oxford at the Clarendon Press, 3276pp, if more information or pictures required please contact us. Shelf wear to boards, crown/foot of spine coverings ragged & corners lightly bumped, inner hinges of volumes 1&3 split (vol.1 mended by library with sellotape), binding of vol 1 open in places but intact, handling marks to text block edges otherwise good clear text, binding intact, all frontispieces & illustrations in place and clear of library marks. Weighing 6kg will ship overseas for extra postage, ready for immediate despatch from UK. 42E*. …

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 2nd Edition. Complete 6-Volume set of the Lawrence (L. F.) Powell revised and enlarged Oxford-Clarendon Edition consisting of the 1934 Vols I-IV 2197pp JOHNSON BIOGRAPY, 1950 Vol V 595pp JOURNAL OF A TOUR TO THE HEBRIDES and JOHNSON'S DIARY OF A JOURNEY INTO NORTH WALES, and 1950 Vol VI 484pp INDEX. Unless otherwise detailed, overall set condition is VG, DJ VG (Vols I-IV only - no DJ to Vols V & VI). There are no indicators of Printing to any Volume. Unless otherwise described, all Volumes are: securely bound, despite faint hint of shaken bindings; mildly and uniformly age toned, with darker toning along top edges; free of markings and blemishes; Covers overall are clean, bright, mildly age toned, with: some age fading along the spines; minor bumping and very light rubbing to corners, joints, headcaps and tails; straight spines, hinges and edges; clearly legible and visible gilt stamped lettering, design and bands; Dust Jackets to Vols I-IV are unclipped (reflecting set original GBP 845s price) and mildly age toned, with: some curling at the edges of flaps; very minor bumping and light chipping centered at the corners, joints, heads and tails; some age fading, particularly pronounced along the backstrips, to the still-legible lettering. No DJ for Vols V & VI. VOL I THE LIFE (1709-1765): small spot of residue from prior removal if sticker on top corner of DJ front board; erratum slip laid in. VOL II THE LIFE (1766-1776): a few spots of age mottling to pastedowns and endpapers; minor cocking; erratum laid in. VOL III THE LIFE (1776-1880). VOL IV THE LIFE (1780-1784) - Cond Good-Plus: gauze showing along gutter of front fly leaf; age mottling on top edge. VOL V TOUR & JOURNEY: light foxing and age mottling to pastedowns, endpapers and text block edges; light age fading to top 1" strip of Cover front board; spots and streaks of fading to Cover boards; some light rippling, possibly from prior moisture exposure, along fore edge of rear board and rear hinge; moderate bumping to corners. VOL IV INDEX: age mottling to pastedowns, endpapers and text block edges; light spots of fading to Cover boards. (Please see Seller images). Pre-ISBN. ShiroBooks, independent bookseller, takes pride in accurate descriptions, careful wrapping and safe shipping. ADDITIONAL CHARGE (DUE TO APPROX 14# SHIPPING WEIGHT AND OVERSIZED DIMENSIONS) WILL APPLY FOR DOMESTIC PRIORITY SHIPPING, OR IF SHIPPED OUTSIDE CONTINENTAL US; CONTACT SHIROBOOKS PRIOR TO ORDERING or for additional information, details or photos.…

Condition: Very Good. Fourth Edition. Hardback. Octavo. xlii, 456pp. Original green cloth with gilt spine titles. Slight wear to covers with slight cock, slight knock to edge, inner front hinge slightly weak, slight edge tear to folding plate, otherwise very good. No jacket.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No DJ. 1st Edition. 1st Edition. Description: Red textured cloth with gilt titles to spine. Gilt upper text block edge. Rough page edges. Language: English. Book Condition> Good: Lightly wear to lightly bruised corners. Light creasing to spine ends. Crease to rear board. Lightly sunned spine cloth. 2cm crack to front endpaper. Tightly bound with strong hinges. Tanned endpapers and pages with spotting to some prelims and rear pages. DJ Condition> No DJ. Pages [xxix], 360, [2], 45p catalogue. Size: 12mo (large) 20cm by 13cm. PLEASE ASK for additional photographs if required. …

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. #231/300 copies of this edition. 1/2 beige leather with green cloth covers, TEG, deckled edges (some pages uncut), illustrations, maps (some in color), fold-out letters and other ephemera. A beautiful edition of the Life! Spines are finger smudged and frayed, with splits and tears, at top and bottom;covers have finger smudges; Vol. III and VI have splits down the sides, on the latter the backing is beginning to come loose. One hinge beginning to loosen. Pages are clean and free of blemishes, bindings are sound. Proceeds from this sale benefit the Multnomah County Library in Portland, Oregon. This is not an ex-library set. Extra shipping charges will apply due to weight.…

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 366 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.83 inches. This item is printed on demand.

38pp. Uncut in original buff printed wrappers; sl. rubbed, wrappers detached, Copac records four copies at BL, NLS, Cambridge, and Oxford. A satire featuring college gargoyles, a mastiff, an elephant, a cardinal and other mythical creatures to mock the highfaluting Oxbridge lifestyle.

hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. Hardcover. Six volumes set. 1979 reprints. Dust jackets are grubby. Jackets leading corners, edges and spine ends are slightly worn with several nicks on spine ends and leading corners. Jacket of volume 6 is price-clipped. Hardcover spine ends are lightly bumped. Page blocks are lightly marked. Half-title page and page 193 of volume 2 are marked. Pen writing on rear pastedown of volume 3. Bindings are intact, contents are clean and clear. AM. Used.…

6 vols. pp. xxviii, 522; vi, 480; vi, 464; vi, 446; viii, 460; lxxiv, (ii), 324. 5 frontis's, 6 facsimiles, 2plates, 1 map - all as called for. 8vo. Half, later, blue morocco with marbled boards, top edges gilt, spines very slightly faded. Binding by Roger de Coverly & Sons. Vol 2 partly unopened. A hansome set.…

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1900. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 456, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 456 456.…

Softcover. Condition: New. Reprint. Language: English. Approximately 360 pages. English : Print-on-demand reprint. Original edition : 1900. Memoirs and autobiographical reflections by Edward Gibbon, the distinguished English historian, together with observations and excursuses associated with his life and works. This volume is of interest for readers of Gibbon, eighteenth-century literature, and the history of historical scholarship, offering a biographical and literary perspective on one of the major figures of Enlightenment historiography. Book images are non-contractual. This item is printed on demand and ships from our printing partners' facility nearest the destination. These facilities are located mainly in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada.…