George C Beckwith (54 results)

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.

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

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[BECKWITH, George C.]. A Plea with Christians for the Cause of Peace. [caption title]. [Boston: American Peace Society, 1851]. 1st ed. 32 pp. Some dust-soiling to front leaf, else very good. Beckwith was a Congegational minister and for 33 years the Secretary of the American Peace Society and editor of its magazine. Sabin 63403.…

Decorated Boards. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. This copy is in fair condition. The covers have moderate rubbing but severe edge wear that has worn to the boards. There are numerious cracks and chips near the spine with the largest being a one inch diagonal chip missing from the head of the spine. All text edges have severe discoloration from age. A library book plate has been placed onto the interior of the front cover. Multiple ownership markings have been placed on the FEP. There is light foxing and staining throughout the text, Binding is secure. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.…

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Wraps. Condition: Very Good+ to Near Fine. Vol. 312, No. 1. Bedsheet-sized pulp; stapled wraps. [Edited by George W. Post.] Cover photo is Sabu. Includes "Shoot First - Our Navy Is Ready!" by Corey Beckwith; "Ghost on Lonesome Hill" (novelet) by Theodore Roscoe; "Lady of Daring: Mary Wiggins - Queen of the Daredevils" (True Story in Pictures) by Stookie Allen; "Assignment in Guiana" (pt. 2 of 6) by George Harmon Coxe; "Dynamite for Luck" (novelet) by Louis C. Goldsmith; "Defense of the Realm" by Richard Sale; "Ramrod Ridge" (pt. 4 of 6) by William Colt MacDonald; "To the Last Ditch" by Bruce Hutchison; "Argonotes"; "Looking Ahead!" Tanning; minor etars at spien ends; letter S in pencil on front. Magazine.…

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Condition: New. In English.

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book celebrates the life of William Ladd, an early advocate and founder of the American Peace Society, whose lifelong commitment to peace helped transform public opinion on a topic once supported. From his humble beginnings in New Hampshire, Ladd dedicated his life to spreading the message of peace. The author traces Ladd's journey from sea captain to prominent peace activist, highlighting his ability to connect with people, his unwavering spirit in the face of opposition, and his profound belief in the power of diplomacy. Ladd's influence is explored through the lens of his writings, speeches, and tireless efforts to promote peace through education and collaboration. By shedding light on Ladd's remarkable accomplishments and the challenges he faced, this book celebrates the legacy of an individual whose dedication to peace continues to inspire people today. 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.…

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a persuasive argument for the abolition of war, exposing its detrimental impact on humanity. The author meticulously documents the devastating consequences of war, including the staggering loss of life, both directly on the battlefield and indirectly through disease and privation. The book also highlights the profound economic burden of war, demonstrating how it diverts resources from productive pursuits and perpetuates cycles of poverty and underdevelopment. Furthermore, the author explores the moral and ethical implications of war, challenging the notion of its necessity or legitimacy. By providing a comprehensive analysis of the destructive nature of war, this book serves as a powerful call for the adoption of peaceful means of conflict resolution and the creation of a more just and equitable world order. 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.…

Condition: New. KlappentextbTitle:/b Prize Essays on a Congress of Nations, for the adjustment of international disputes, and for the promotion of Universal Peace without resort to arms . Together with a sixth Essay comprising the substance of the rej.

Condition: Fair. Boston, MA: George C. Beckwith, 1845. 1st edition. 12mo hardcover. 5448pp. Near Good book. Ex-Library. Writing inside. (American Peace Society, Peace Movement, War) Inquire if you need further information.

252 pp. 12mo, original cloth. 19th c. institutional bookplate on pastedown; 3-digit accession number on title page; foxing to a few leaves at front and back; joints starting but still quite sound, with light wear to cloth and chipping at head of spine.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 32 pages. 8.25x5.00x0.07 inches. This item is printed on demand.

Leatherbound. Condition: NEW. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. 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. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1841 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 and contains approximately 30 pages. 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 Volume c.1.…

Condition: Good. No Jacket. Good ; No jacket. 1845 G. C. Beckwith, Boston. First edition. No other date listed; No additional printings listed. NOT ex-library. Hardcover has brown cloth-covered boards with gold spine lettering and blind-stamped ruled borders and bands. Binding cracked at title page; webbing visible, but pages not loose. Binding otherwise strong. Corners and spine ends bumped and rubbed, with some fraying at tips and spine ends; boards exposed at corners. Exterior front hinge rubbed, with fraying to top half of its length. Chip to fore edge of front cover. Covers have moderate edge wear and surface rubbing. Pages lightly and uniformly tanned but still supple. Pages have a few tan spots and some light foxing in places. Pages otherwise clean and unmarked. 548 pages.61 essays by various authors on war and peace, their causes and effects. Each essay is numbered and paginated separately in addition to the volume pagination. Table of contents only lists 52 essays. "American Peace Society, Boston" at end of last page of text block. No dust jacket. Carefully packed, shipped in a box. Essays include: Cause of Pease; War Curable; Waste of Property by War; War Inconsistent with Christianity; Peace Practicable; War a Destroyer of Souls; Moral Results of War; Rights to Self Defense; and many others. Title page lists the following publishers: Boston: George C. Beckworth, 60 1-2 Cornhill. Philadelphia: Perkins and Purves. New York: M. W. Dodd. Portland: Wm. Hyde. …

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