Cecil Henry Author (15 results)

Mass Market Paperback. Condition: Good+. No Jacket. Standard used condition. Reading copy or better. Used Book.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Mild rubbing on covers, mild bumps at spine ends, negligible wear to corner tips, remainder mark on bottom textblock . otherwise covers are clean, interior pages are bright and free of markings, binding is strong. Overall an attractive copy.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Book has light toning to the text block, some nicks and scuffing to the cover, a slightly loose spine. Otherwise it is an attractive copy. Binding is still relatively strong, pages are unmarked, and the dust jacket is bright and protected in archival cover.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Dust Jacket. First Edition. First edition hardcover without dust jacket, in good condition. Illustrated by Edward Ardizzone. Boards are marked. Corners and spine ends are bumped and rubbed. Spine is cocked. Page block and endpapers are tanned. Inscription to FEP. Binding is sound and pages are clear. LW. Ardizzone, Edward (illustrator). Used. …

First Edition. First Penguin edition. Very good paperback copy; edges slightly dust-dulled and nicked. Stains to prelims. Remains well-preserved overall. Series; Penguin Books. no. 1745. Physical description; 223 pages ; 18 cm. Subjects; Legal literature. Legal stories, English. 1 Kg.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. Hardcover in very good condition. Illustrated by Edward Ardizzone. Unclipped dust jacket in acceptable condition. Jacket is marked, scuffed and sunned. Edges are creased and torn, including small chips. Board spine ends are slightly bumped. Page block is tanned and foxed. A few light spots of foxing on the pastedowns and endpapers. Binding is sound and pages are clear. LW. Ardizzone, Edward (illustrator). Used.…

First Edition. First Penguin edition. Very good paperback copy; edges slightly dust-dulled and nicked. Stains to prelims. Remains well-preserved overall. Series; Penguin Books. no. 1745. Physical description; 223 pages ; 18 cm. Subjects; Legal literature. Legal stories, English. 1 Kg.

Hardcover. Condition: Brand New. 138 pages. 6.14x0.38x9.21 inches. In Stock.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. Hardcover in very good condition. Unclipped dust jacket and endpapers designed by Ardizzone, in good condition. Jacket is marked and sunned. Edges are creased and nicked. Board corners and spine ends are bumped. Page block is lightly tanned and blemished. Binding is sound and pages are clear. LW. Used.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. B&W PHOTO ILLUSTRATED, SLIGHTLY WORN EDGES.

An interesting letter, revealing some of Cecil's views on the art of writing. See his entry in the Oxford DNB. The recipient Vere Henry Collins (1872-1966), was an author and grammatical stickler, and Cecil has clearly been on the receiving end of a ticking off. 2pp, 4to. On grey paper. In fair condition, lightly aged, with creasing and a short closed cut at the foot. He begins by stating that he found Collins's letter 'very interesting': 'I take a great interest in the small points of style.' He agrees with some of Collins's 'strictures', 'in particular that about the exclamation mark. As a matter of fact I didn't put any exclamation marks, they were put in by the newspaper. However, I am partly responsible, for I didn't notice them in the hurry of looking through the proof at the last minute.' He responds to another question of punctuation, before stating: 'I do not take the view that no sentence should begin with 'and'. It may be necessary to begin one with 'and', in order to convey the precise modulation of thought in the mind of the author.' He continues: 'You are wrong in thinking "whether or not" unnecessary. I wished to give the impression of the controversy raging in the Norton household - with Caroline saying the children should go to stay with her brother, and George Norton maintaining that they should not do so - this could not be conveyed so well by simply using the word "whether".' He proceeds to explain his disagreement with Collins's point regarding 'consternated', commenting: 'I note that you quote Fowler [H. W. Fowler, author of 'Modern English Usage'] as an authority. Believe me, he is no such thing. His books are lively and vigorous, but they reveal him as a man who does not understand much about the art of writing. Almost every rule he propounds has been broken by great writers.' After conceding Collins's points on 'slips in punctuation', he concludes: 'You are surely right to protest against slipshod writing; but you should remember that the writing of English is a flexible art.' The letter carries numerous pencil annotations by Collins, including - concerning the point about sentences beginning with 'and' - 'Nor do I nor does any sensible person'. And on the question of Fowler: 'No argument. There is not a glaring error in grammar or style of which an example could not be found in a famous writer. The quality of their [?], like Homer, nods.'.…

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 1911. 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: - 432, 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. 432 432.…

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1852 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. 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. Pages: 572 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: 572 Language: English.…

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 1852. 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: : - 572, 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. 572 572.…