Clyde D Foster (15 results)
Language: English
Published by Self Published, Evanston, Illinois, 1956
- Hardcover
- First Edition
- Signed
Seller: Ann Open Book, Lansing, MI, U.S.A.Ann Open Book
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Add to basketHardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. Limited Edition #1001 of 1500 copies. Inscribed by Author(s).
Published by Published by the author, Evanston, Illinois, 1956
- Hardcover
Seller: David H. Gerber Books (gerberbooks), Austin, TX, U.S.A.David H. Gerber Books (gerberbooks)
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Add to basketHardcover. Condition: Very Good+. No Jacket. Limited/Numbered. [vi], 233pp #899/1500 copies [two previous ink ownerships on front free endpaper] Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. B&w illustrations (illustrator). Book.
Published by privately published, Evanston, IL, 1956
- Hardcover
- First Edition
Seller: Alkahest Books, Deerfield, IL, U.S.A.Alkahest Books
Contact seller5-star sellerhardcover. Condition: Fine. limited first edition. Octavo, blue cloth covers, 233 pages. #173 of a limited edition of 1500 copies. Includes black and white illustrations.
- Softcover
Seller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.PBShop.store US
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Published by Association for Career and Technical Education
Seller: Wonder Book, Frederick, MD, U.S.A.Wonder Book
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Add to basketCondition: Very Good. Very Good condition. (Vocational, Technical, Education) A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp.
Published by Historical Society,, Evanston, Ill., 1956
- Hardcover
Seller: First Edition ,too Inc Bookstore, Moran, MI, U.S.A.First Edition ,too Inc Bookstore
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Add to basketHardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Dust Jacket. on verso of title page is a line which states"book no. ---of 1500 copies " but is unnumbered.; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 233 pages.
- Softcover
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United KingdomPBShop.store UK
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Published by Evanston, Illinois, 1956
- Hardcover
Seller: Kubik Fine Books Ltd., ABAA, Dayton, OH, U.S.A.Kubik Fine Books Ltd., ABAA
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Add to basketHardcover. Condition: Very Good. 233p. A blue cloth hardcover book in very good condition. A few scratches on the rear cover; small white scuff on front cover beside the author's name. A gift inscription from 1976 on the front endpaper. Otherwise, text clean and binding tight. A history of Evanston, Illinois; illustrated with bl…ack-and-white photographs.
Published by (SELF) PUB 1956, EVANSTON, IL, 1956
- Hardcover
- First Edition
Seller: JOHN LUTSCHAK BOOKS, BURLINGTON, WI, U.S.A.JOHN LUTSCHAK BOOKS
Contact seller5-star sellerHARDCOVER. Condition: FINE WITHOUT D.J. AS ISSUED. FIRST EDITION. #539 FROM A LIMITED EDITION OF 1500 PUBLISHER'S ORIGINAL NAVY CLOTH COVERED BOARDS WITH SILVER TIITLE TO THE SPINE AND UPPER COVER. A FINE COPY WITH PREVIOUS OWNER'S DATED NAME AND ADDRESS ON THE FRONT PASTE-DOWN ENDPAPER.
Published by Np, Evanston, Illinois, 1956
- Hardcover
Seller: The Antiquarian Shop, Bend, OR, U.S.A.The Antiquarian Shop
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Add to basketHardcover. Condition: Very Good. Liimited Edition. Limited edition#146/1500 copies, 233pp. bound in blue cloth lettered in silver, illustrated, previous owner's bookplate, covers only very lightly rubbed otherwise near fine.
More imagesPublished by Evanston, IL Clyde D. Foster
- Hardcover
Seller: ThriftBooksVintage, Tukwila, WA, U.S.A.ThriftBooksVintage
Contact seller5-star sellerUnknown. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Shelf and handling wear to cover and binding, with general signs of previous use. Number 620 of 1,300.Moderate wear to boards due to age and use. All pages are intact, binding is sound. Clean and unmarked. Secure packaging for safe delivery.
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Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United KingdomForgotten Books
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a window into the captivating history of Evanston, Illinois, from its humble beginnings as an unassuming settlement to its emergence as a prosperous and vibrant city. The author has meticulously pieced together a vivid narrative that transports readers back in time through… the town's notable landmarks, prominent figures, and intriguing stories. From the geological wonders shaped by ancient glaciers to the significant impact of the Wisconsin Ice Flow on the region's landscape, this book delves into the natural forces that shaped Evanston's origins. As the town took shape, its growth was intertwined with milestones such as the establishment of Northwestern University and the construction of the first telephone exchange, reflecting the town's intellectual and technological advancements. The author also shines a light on the pivotal role of individuals in Evanston's development. Notable figures like Alexander Hesler, the renowned Lincoln photographer, and the altruistic Eliza Garrett, leave lasting legacies in the town's cultural and philanthropic landscape. Through a rich tapestry of personal anecdotes, historical accounts, and evocative descriptions, this book illuminates Evanston's transformation from a modest frontier town to a thriving metropolis. Its insights into the human experiences, ingenuity, and determination that shaped Evanston's past resonate deeply, offering readers a profound appreciation for the town's heritage. 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.
Mass leisure [Leisure, Oxford English Dictionary -Leisure, Encyclopedia of the social sciences -The pattern of leisure in contemporary American culture - Accidie - The sedentary society - How to make a civilization - Work and leisure under industrialism - The spread of reading - Farm and countryside - Explanation of play - The play element in contemporary civilization - The emergence of fun morality - In praise of idleness - The right to be lazy - The great emptiness - Time and silence - The ideology of privacy and reserve - The pathology of boredom - The workweek in American industry 1850-1956 - The changing length of working life - $30 billion for fun - editors of Fortune - The amount and uses of leisure - Social class differences, etc]
Larrabee, Eric,, ed ; Meyersohn, Rolf, joint ed. [Paul Halmos, Max Picard, Robert MacIver, Paul Lafargue, Bertrand Russell, Martha Wolfenstein, Johan Huizinga, Jean Piaget, Foster Rhea Dulles, Richard D Altick, Clement Greenberg, Clive Bell, Herbert Collins, Margaret Mead, Aldous Huxley, Cleveland Amory, E Franklin Frazier, Gregory P Stone, Roger Kahn, Eric Larrabee, Leslie Stephen, Gregory P Stone, Marvin J Taves, Rolf Meyersohn, Elihu Katz, Charles R Wright, Herbert H Hyman, John W Riley, Jr, Charles F Marden, Marcia Lifshitz, Nelson N Foote, Joseph Pieper, Russell Lynes, Harvey Swados, David Riesman, Rolf Meyersohn, Robert Dubin, Alfred C Clarke, R Clyde White, George Lundberg, Mirra Komarovsky, Mary Alice McInerny, Seymour L Wolfbein]
Published by Free Press, Glencoe, Ill., [1958], 1958
- Hardcover
- First Edition
Seller: Joseph Valles - Books, Stockbridge, GA, U.S.A.Joseph Valles - Books
Contact seller5-star sellerHardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. x, 429 p. diagrs., facsim., tables. 25 cm. LCCN 58009397 LC GV53 .L3 Dewey 790.0973 OCLC 477253 brown cloth in color pictorial dustjacket ; Contents: "Leisure" / Oxford English Dictionary -- "Leisure" / Encyclopedia of the social sciences -- The pattern of lei…sure in contemporary American culture / Margaret Mead -- Accidie / Aldous Huxley -- The sedentary society / Herbert Collins -- How to make a civilization / Clive Bell -- Work and leisure under industrialism / Clement Greenberg -- The spread of reading / Richard D. Altick -- Farm and countryside / Foster Rhea Dulles -- Explanation of play / Jean Piaget -- The play element in contemporary civilization / Johan Huizinga -- The emergence of fun morality / Martha Wolfenstein -- In praise of idleness / Bertrand Russell -- The right to be lazy / Paul Lafargue -- The great emptiness / Robert MacIver -- Time and silence / Max Picard -- The ideology of privacy and reserve / Paul Halmos -- The pathology of boredom / Woodburn Heron -- The workweek in American industry 1850-1956 / Joseph S. Zeisel -- The changing length of working life / Seymour L. Wolfbein -- $30 billion for fun / editors of Fortune -- The amount and uses of leisure / George Lundberg, Mirra Komarovsky, and Mary Alice McInerny -- Social class differences in the uses of leisure / R. Clyde White -- Leisure and occupational prestige / Alfred C. Clarke -- Industrial workers' worlds / Robert Dubin -- Society: status without substance / E. Franklin Frazier -- Tuxedo park, black tie / Cleveland Amory -- American sports, play and display / Gregory P. Stone -- Money, muscles, and myths / Roger Kahn -- What's happening to hobbies? / Eric Larrabee -- The do-it-yourself market / U.S. Chamber of Commerce -- Vacations / "a cynic [Leslie Stephen] -- Camping in the wilderness / Gregory P. Stone and Marvin J. Taves -- Notes on a natural history of fads / Rolf Meyersohn and Elihu Katz -- Voluntary association memberships of American adults / Charles R. Wright and Herbert H. Hyman -- The motivational pattern of drinking / John W. Riley, Jr., Charles F. Marden, and Marcia Lifshitz -- Sex as play / Nelson N. Foote -- Leisure as contemplation / Joseph Pieper -- Time on our hands / Russell Lynes -- Less work, less leisure / Harvey Swados -- Work and leisure in post-industrial society / David Riesman -- Comprehensive bibliography on leisure / Rolf Meyersohn ; FINE/FINE. Book.
Language: English
- Hardcover
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Seller: S N Books World, Delhi, IndiaS N Books World
Contact seller5-star sellerLeatherbound. 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: 248. A perfect gift… for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1956 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: 248.
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Seller: Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, IndiaGyan Books Pvt. Ltd.
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Add to basketLeather 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 l…ends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1956. 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:- 248, 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. 248 248.
