Elmer Reizenstein (33 results)

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

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

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

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

Condition: New.

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.

Hard Cover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. First Edition. Based on Reizenstein's play of the same name, adaptation by D. Torbett. Reizenstein later wrote as Elmer L. Rice. Made into movies 3 times. The first was a 1917 silent film by James Young starring Barbara Castleton, Sydney Ainsworth and Little Mary McAlister. The 1928 Archie May version starred Pauline Frederick, Bert Lytell and Lois Wilson. The final version was filmed in 1939 by Terry Morse and starred John Litel, Margaret Lindsay and Janet Chapman. Bumped and rubbed with a bit of wear at the edges. Spine darkened, small drip stains on the front board. Binding square and solid, end papers foxed. Previous owner's name and date inked out on the front pastedown. Illustrated with still photos from the play. Size: 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall.…

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 Jacket. Inscription in pencil on front end paper dated 1917. Eight illustrated scenes from the movie. Light wear to corners.

Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This enthralling courtroom drama transports readers to the gripping trial of a desperate businessman, Robert Strickland, accused of murdering a prominent banker in cold blood. As the prosecution weaves a web of circumstantial evidence, the defense attorney uncovers a web of deceit and hidden motives lurking beneath the surface. The trial becomes a microcosm of the societal issues of the early 20th century, delving into themes of financial desperation, social status, and the lengths people will go to protect their secrets. The author masterfully constructs a narrative that keeps readers on the edge of their seats while exploring the complexities of the human psyche and the fragility of justice. Through the riveting clash of testimonies and the unraveling of a tragic tale, this book offers a profound examination of guilt, innocence, and the consequences of one fateful night. Its insights into the complexities of human nature and the power of truth make it an unforgettable and thought-provoking read. 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.…

4to.menor; 87 pp., con ilustraciones entre el texto de Merlo. Cubiertas originales.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book details the devastating murder of Gerald Trask and the subsequent trial of the accused, Robert Strickland. The author, a prominent criminal lawyer, delves deep into the complexities of the case, providing a fresh and engrossing account through meticulous research and personal insights. The unraveling of events, coupled with the author's adept analysis of both the legal proceedings and the characters involved, is a testament to the captivating nature of this book. Exploring ideas of guilt, innocence, and the intricacies of the justice system, this book offers a thought-provoking journey into the heart of a sensational crime. 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.…

4to.; 253 pp., 1 h. Cubiertas originales.

Condition: Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 362 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.

Condition: Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.

Condition: New. Print on Demand.

Condition: New. Print on Demand.

Softcover. Condition: Very Good. First edition. Pictorial wrappers. Small tear on the spine, tiny nicks and tears at yapped edges, very good. Briefly Inscribed by Reizenstein to Barrett Clark: "Jan/25 To Barrett Clark from Elmer L. Rice." Clark was an exceptionally important figure in modern American drama; aside from authoring many books, he served as the longtime literary editor for Samuel French. The author's first play, and the first play to employ the technique of reverse-chronology, starting at the conclusion and working toward the beginning. The drama was adapted to film three times, in 1917, 1928, and 1939.…

Condition: New. PRINT ON DEMAND.

First Edition. First Printing. Octavo (20.5cm); publisher's cloth in green pictorial dust jacket, dark green topstain; [6],297pp. A few small chips and closed tears to jacket extremities, one touching text without loss of meaning, rear jacket panel a bit toned, else a Very Good, sound copy. Satire of Hollywood and its cinematic output, the novel set on the planet "Purilia," "where the sky is rosy and misty, the people standardized by type, moving through waves of music, all directed by an impersonal voice, 'The Presence'" (BAIRD 2092). COAN, p. 97; HANNA 2995; NEGLEY 966.…

Condition: New. Print on Demand.

Condition: New. Print on Demand.

Condition: New. PRINT ON DEMAND.

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.…