Frederick John Niven (21 results)

SingleIssueMagazine. Condition: Very Good+ to Near Fine. Vol. 2, No. 4. Cover art by Freas. Includes "Editorial: It's a Funny Thing" & "The New Magazine" by Isaac Asimov; "On Books" by Charles N. Brown; "Cautionary Tales" by Larry Niven; "The Great Ring of Neptune" by Martin Gardner; "Horseless Carriage" by Michael A. Banks; "Frank Kelly Freas" by Ginger Kaderabek; "Message to Myself" by Diana L. Paxson; "Public Relations" by Ginger Kaderabek; "Dance Band on the Titanic" by Jack L. Chalker; "On the Way" by Conway Conley; "But Do They Ride Dolphins?" by Frederick S. Lord, Jr.; "The SF Conventional Calendar" by Erwin S. Strauss; "When We Come Down" by Stephen Leigh; "Fragger's Bottom Line. . .Line. . .Line" by Sherwood Springer; "One Rejection too Many" by Patricia Nurse; "The Suicide of Man" by John Brunner; "Leigh Brackett: A Memoir" by Randall Garrett. Illustrated by Gaughan, Freas, Freff, Sternbach, Schomburg, and others. Minor wear. Book.

SingleIssueMagazine. Condition: Very Good+ to Near Fine. Vol. 2, No. 4. Cover art by Freas. Includes "Editorial: It's a Funny Thing" & "The New Magazine" by Isaac Asimov; "On Books" by Charles N. Brown; "Cautionary Tales" by Larry Niven; "The Great Ring of Neptune" by Martin Gardner; "Horseless Carriage" by Michael A. Banks; "Frank Kelly Freas" by Ginger Kaderabek; "Message to Myself" by Diana L. Paxson; "Public Relations" by Ginger Kaderabek; "Dance Band on the Titanic" by Jack L. Chalker; "On the Way" by Conway Conley; "But Do They Ride Dolphins?" by Frederick S. Lord, Jr.; "The SF Conventional Calendar" by Erwin S. Strauss; "When We Come Down" by Stephen Leigh; "Fragger's Bottom Line. . .Line. . .Line" by Sherwood Springer; "One Rejection too Many" by Patricia Nurse; "The Suicide of Man" by John Brunner; "Leigh Brackett: A Memoir" by Randall Garrett. Illustrated by Gaughan, Freas, Freff, Sternbach, Schomburg, and others. Rubbing. Book.

Soft cover. Condition: Good / Very Good. Line-Drawn Cover (illustrator). Second Edition. Collins White Circle book #116 - NIVEN, Frederick John (1878-1944) - The Flying Years (Canadiana Historical Fiction mix with authentic facts; 2nd paperback edition; 1st Impression = Says "Reprinted in 1944", has blue edges; Line-Drawn Art Cover with Map of early Manitoba as cover; preceded by NN#38, which had a Cover with text only copy, and no illustrations-only cover; First book in the historically authentic Classic Trilogy dealing with the settlement of Western Canada, development from the beginnings of the Selkirk settlement to WWII;>> Heavy Cover creasing; name in pen to front end page. Size: 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" Tall. Book.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. Here is "The Writer's Book : Practical Advice by Experts in Every Field of Writing" . Published by Barnes & Noble, the book was Presented by the Author's Guild and Edited by Helen Hull. This is 1969 10th Printing. From the cover blurb: "This book is a comprehensive and imaginative collection of essays on every phase of the writer's art and craft: forty noted authors discuss the making and marketing of the novel, short story, poem, magazine article, the TV and Film Play. Here is practical professional advice on problems of characterization, style, conflict, and plot for everyone who wants to write. This book was issued well before the internet, and exhibits nothing remotely akin to the modes necessary for writing today. Thus it should prove fascinating for anyone interested in such near-past thinking. We've provided two scans of the Table of Contents, which is fairly lengthy, so view it carefully. SERIES : Everyday Handbooks TITLE : The Writer's Book AUTHORS : Pearl Buck, Paul Gallico, Jacques Barzun, Lionel Trilling, Babette Deutsch, Lajos Egri, Ann Petry, John Hersey, Rex Stout, Arthur Koestler, Faith Baldwin, W H Auden, Frederick Lewis Adams, Katherine Anthony, Leonora Speyer, Phyllis McGinley, Niven Busch, Winston Churchill, et al AEGIS : The Author's Guild EDITOR : Helen Hull IMPRINT : Barnes & Noble PLACE : New York DATE : (1969) STATUS : Out of Print - OP DETAILS : Trade paperback; 5 " x 8', card-stock wraps (cover printed in brownish-orange with white and black lettering - a picture of a plumed ink pen decorates the front cover); 353 pages CONDITION -- VERY GOOD -- This is a previously owned book that remains clean and presentable, with the following particulars noted: EXTERIOR -- No creasing to spine; soft impacts have caused creasing to the lower fore-edge corners, front and back; the cover surfaces have modest rub and a touch of abrasion; cover edges have scattered mild nicking (most noticeable at spine extremities. BINDING -- Tight INTERIOR -- Clean and free of marking. Soft bumps to a few leaf corner tips. All in all a well preserved copy.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Leo and Diane Dillon (illustrator). Book Club Edition. 33 Original Stories. Hardcover. BCE. DJ: minimal edge wear. Black boards with teal spine text. Prior owner's Ex-Libros plate obverse upper board. May have other minor incidental cosmetic defects expected with age. Else tight and square. Dangerous Visions, #1. SCIFI/SHORTSTORIES/HORROR/FANTASY/SERIES.

Hard Cover. Condition: Very Good Plus. No Jacket. John Innes (illustrator). First Edition. Blue cloth boards with very minor wear to tips and ends of spine, previous ink price top of front free endpaper, and former owner bookplate on blank prelim, Of the Outward Bound Library series of books, described as a new series of illustrated handbooks for the information and entertainment of travellers and emigrants and their friends at home. 188 pages.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Innes, John (illustrator). First Edition. Map end papers, b/w illustrations. Original blue cloth binding with gilt lettering and decoration to spine, bright and fresh with minimal wear. Contents clean and tight, neat contemporary inscription. A fine copy. Part of "The Outward Bound Library". Size: 8vo. Book.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Missing. John Innes (illustrator). 188 p.; ill.; 18 cm. Blue hardcover with blue top fore-edge, gilt lettering and image to spine, exhibits very minor edgewear, and remains internally Fine. Looks to be a semi-modern reprint (1950s?) from same publisher. n.

Cloth. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Innes, John (illustrator). 1st Edition. The Outward Bound Library, signed presentation, covers worn, hinges weak, unmarked, 188pp, G/--. Book.

First Edition. Uncommon collection of poetry. Near Fine in Very Good dustjacket.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. John Innes (illustrator). First Edition. shelf wear, binding tight, C4 1.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Magazines have mild edgewear, some wear to the head and heel of the spine, some soiling to the wraps, one book has an inked number on the front cover, one book has a chip on the rear cover. Some inking next to the titles. Set contains April and June 1963; Feb. and November 1964; March, May, July and Sept.1965; March, August and November 1966; Feb. and May1967; issue 24 and 25 1970 and issue 26 1971. Magazine.

8pp., 12mo. In good condition, on lightly-aged paper. An interesting letter, written four months before the death of her husband. She begins: 'Dearest Sylvia - | I meant to write to you last month because I am one of those tiresome people who remember anniversaries & it was in August that you both came down to the Windermere to see us. But in August Frederick had a severe heart-attack - the worst he has had - and anniversaries & everthing else were forgotten.' She describes the circumstances and the'immediate result', as well as the changes which have had to be made as a result of his illness. Among the couple's occasional visitors has been 'I. A. Richards of Basic English'. She speculates on the effect of writing 'Canadian books' on his health. She turns to lighter matters, including newspaper and magazine formats, and the books with which she emerges from the eaves of their house. 'I hope the result of this torrent of words will be a long chatter letter from you telling us about yourselves & others. We still miss Walpole [the novelist Hugh Walpole, who had died in 1941] - how much more must he be misseed by those who saw him often.'.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 142 pages. 9.02x5.98x0.31 inches. This item is printed on demand.

4pp., 4to. Fair, on lightly aged and creased paper, with a few closed tears. The letter begins: 'Dear Lynd: I have been very ill and after two months in bed and an introduction to what Marley called "the thick, sweet smell of chloroform" I have been sent down here to get better - with the word of specialist and doctor that when I am well again I shall be better than I have been for a long time. This I write because I have often thought of writing to tell you how much I relish your papers. I have often wished that you would collect them - in a kind of Retrospective Reviews volume.' He discusses Omar Khayyam ('I remember once Andrew Lang was annoyed that there were people who thought Omar would serve as their classic as well as Homer.') before returning to Lynd's work. 'I cut out those papers of yours when I see them - and just now, when there seems such a dearth of work that shows any feeling for that big - and as I think immensely valuable - part of writing of any kind, when people are writing so earnestly, I wish you could make your work a criticism in the news.' After a reference to Hall Caine he continues: 'I daresay it will please you to know of one more who always reads an article with your name at the top of it'. He apologises for his letter: 'the news in it are very slapdashedly picked up! - but it will convey to you what I want it to convey - crawling back to this world from that other (which was not a bad one either I assure you; it was a very wonderful place when I was at my worst) and finding too little of what - of what I can't understand how people get along without. It is in your work. Thanks for it.' According to his entry in the Oxford DNB, 'In 1899, because of lung trouble, Niven travelled to British Columbia, Canada, where he regained his health and led an energetic outdoor life. On his return to Glasgow he began a career in journalism. He moved to England and his first novel, The Lost Cabin Mine, appeared in 1908. [.] Found unfit for military service, Niven spent the First World War in London, working for a time in the War Office under the novelist John Buchan. In 1920 he returned to Canada with his wife to settle on the shores of Kootenay Lake, near Nelson, British Columbia, and became a full-time novelist.' He has been described as 'British Columbia's first professional man of letters and the first significant literary figure of the Kootenays'. From the Lynd papers.

Sent by Niven to his literary agent J. B. Pinker, whose date stamp is on the first of Secker's letters. All four items in fair condition, on aged and lightly-creased paper. Secker's first letter: 1p., 4to. He begins by praising 'Denny's display' [a window display of Niven's work in Denny's bookshop in the Strand]: 'I am wondering whether you managed to get the photograph into any of the papers. Shall I send it to the Bookman?' He continues: 'The sales [of Niven's novel The Porcelain Lady] up to date amount to 434 in England. It is not as good as we could have hoped, but I believe it will still go on. I shall certainly continue to advertise and do all I can.' He then makes an appeal to Niven: 'Will you do me a favour? I want Pinker to give me a reasonable opportunity of having your name in my list in January next, for I still believe very strongly in your work, and when your sudden success comes, I should like it to come in partnership with me. There would then be no reason for us to separate or for you to try your luck with another publisher. I want, in a word, one more chance.' Niven's first reply: 2pp., 4to. Containing an autograph addition by Niven, with the word 'Copy.' in his hand at the head, and '(Signed) F. N.' by him at the end. He begins his reply with a long paragraph regarding the Denny display and The Bookman, which was photographed by the 'Record Press people', who 'tried to get the photograph in the papers but were met by the objection that it was too much of an advertisement'. Niven now turns to the source of his dissatisfaction. 'You speak of advertising. I feel that this is your affair, and am chary about treading on it; but as Romeike and Curtice have instructions to send me cuttings of advertisements as well as of reviews and cuttings of my articles and so forth, and as they have not sent one advertisement fo The Porcelain Lady it looks either as if the advertisements were in remote organs - or else that Romeike is remiss. I hope it is the latter explanation. He has missed things before I know. Every now and then he gets slack.' Niven now sets aside all disingenuousness: 'As for future books: when last we had a talk on the matter you will remember that we agreed that even if I left you for a book or two, that did not imply a regretful farewell. We touched upon the various facets in talk; I don't like leaving you; if I feel that I must with one book - with two books - with any books - I must just repeat again that I will do so with regret but not with finality, because - I find it very unpleasant to say, evidently I shall have to - because, despite the attractions of Number Five John Street you don't advertise; [he adds here in autograph: '(I mean in the sense of the phrase used when people say "He advertises")'] and your men don't make booksellers take books; and people write to me (acquaintances I have on the Press to whom I have not made presentation of copies) and say: "I haven't seen a copy of your new book yet. I have asked the editor to give it to me, but he says he hasn't seen it."' He continues by describing Secker as a publisher he is 'pleased to be published by': but I am not wealthy and if I can get more money for a book or two - until you find it your policy to "boost" just a little bit more - I am really afraid I shall have to think of "boosting" and the farther hope that "boosting" gives of probable second editions, as well as of the grace with which my books are given to the five hundred who look for what they want instead of taking what they are told to take.' He concedes that he is still 'an unknown quantity', and concludes: 'I hope to have some years yet of good work, and various work; and I hope that some of it will be published by you. / Let me take this opportunity again to wish success to Five John Street. My wife sends kind regards.' Secker's second letter: 1p., 4to, with 1p., 4to, of accounts. 'I see your point of view perfectly, and of course if you feel that I am not doing you just.

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1877 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: 472 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: 472 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 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1917. 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:- 60, 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. 60 60.

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 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1930. 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:- 204, 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. 204 204.

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 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1930. 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:- 298, 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. 298 298.

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 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1923. 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:- 336, 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. 336 336.