Grubbs Henry A (20 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Dustjacket. First Edition. Blue board covers with Dark Blue Lettering to Spine and Dark Blue Lettering and Decoration to Front Cover; spine is sunned;Book edges are lightly soiled mostly from age; White Endpapers have previous owner's name and address on top edge of fixed front endpaper and partially erased course notes on upper left free endpaper; Book Interior is clean and tight; slight yellowing to pages; text has some light but neat pencil markings translating some words; 12mo; 244 pages; index of authors.…

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Former library book. Significant damage due to wetness. Boards are moderate to severely edgeworn. Please note the image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item. Ex-Library.

Hard Cover. Condition: Used: Very Good. Hard Cover. No Jacket. Very good reading copy. Some pencil margin notes.

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.

Condition: New.

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

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

First Edition. Fine cloth copy in a near fine, very slightly edge-nicked and dust-dulled dw, now mylar-sleeved. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. ; 153 pages; Number 43 in the Twayne World Author Series. 1 Kg.

First Edition. Fine cloth copy in a near fine, very slightly edge-nicked and dust-dulled dw, now mylar-sleeved. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. ; 153 pages; Number 43 in the Twayne World Author Series. 1 Kg.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. First Edition, 5th Printing (1956). Published by Macmillan, 1948. Octavo. Book is very good with very light toning to the page ends and light creasing to the spine corners. 100% positive feedback. 30 day money back guarantee. NEXT DAY SHIPPING! Excellent customer service. Please email with any questions or if you would like a photo. All books packed carefully and ship with free delivery confirmation/tracking. All books come with free bookmarks. Ships from Sag Harbor, New York. …

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Octavo. 275pp. Blue cloth boards with gilt lettering. Touch of rubbing and slight toning to the spine, near fine. An introductory collection of French poetry for language students.

HB RED BOARDS FINE PP153 DW FINE 8V0 Critical examination of the French poet.

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - 'La Rochefoucauld' is a comprehensive scholarly examination of the life and literary contributions of François de La Rochefoucauld, one of the most influential figures of 17th-century French literature. Author Henry A. Grubbs Jr. provides a meticulous analysis of the man behind the 'Maximes,' exploring the psychological depth and cynical wit that defined his observations on human nature, vanity, and self-love.The work delves into the historical and social context of the French court, illustrating how La Rochefoucauld's experiences during the Fronde and his interactions within the prestigious salons of Paris shaped his concise and piercing prose. This study evaluates the stylistic evolution of the 'Maximes' and their lasting impact on the moralist tradition. By situating the work within the broader intellectual landscape of the Grand Siècle, Grubbs offers readers a deeper understanding of the philosophical underpinnings and literary craftsmanship that have kept the work of 'La Rochefoucauld' relevant for centuries. It serves as an essential resource for students of French literature, history, and philosophy, highlighting the enduring power of the aphorism as a tool for social and personal critique.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Hardcover. Very Good+ in boards. Staining to front panel towards right edge. Gilt on spine and front panel robust. Previous owner's name inked to front end page.; 8vo 8" - 9" tall.

Buch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - 'La Rochefoucauld' is a comprehensive scholarly examination of the life and literary contributions of François de La Rochefoucauld, one of the most influential figures of 17th-century French literature. Author Henry A. Grubbs Jr. provides a meticulous analysis of the man behind the 'Maximes,' exploring the psychological depth and cynical wit that defined his observations on human nature, vanity, and self-love.The work delves into the historical and social context of the French court, illustrating how La Rochefoucauld's experiences during the Fronde and his interactions within the prestigious salons of Paris shaped his concise and piercing prose. This study evaluates the stylistic evolution of the 'Maximes' and their lasting impact on the moralist tradition. By situating the work within the broader intellectual landscape of the Grand Siècle, Grubbs offers readers a deeper understanding of the philosophical underpinnings and literary craftsmanship that have kept the work of 'La Rochefoucauld' relevant for centuries. It serves as an essential resource for students of French literature, history, and philosophy, highlighting the enduring power of the aphorism as a tool for social and personal critique.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Hardcover. Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. "La Rochefoucauld" is a comprehensive scholarly examination of the life and literary contributions of Francois de La Rochefoucauld, one of the most influential figures of 17th-century French literature. Author Henry A. Grubbs Jr. provides a meticulous analysis of the man behind the "Maximes," exploring the psychological depth and cynical wit that defined his observations on human nature, vanity, and self-love.The work delves into the historical and social context of the French court, illustrating how La Rochefoucauld's experiences during the Fronde and his interactions within the prestigious salons of Paris shaped his concise and piercing prose. This study evaluates the stylistic evolution of the "Maximes" and their lasting impact on the moralist tradition. By situating the work within the broader intellectual landscape of the Grand Siecle, Grubbs offers readers a deeper understanding of the philosophical underpinnings and literary craftsmanship that have kept the work of "La Rochefoucauld" relevant for centuries. It serves as an essential resource for students of French literature, history, and philosophy, highlighting the enduring power of the aphorism as a tool for social and personal critique.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. "La Rochefoucauld" is a comprehensive scholarly examination of the life and literary contributions of Francois de La Rochefoucauld, one of the most influential figures of 17th-century French literature. Author Henry A. Grubbs Jr. provides a meticulous analysis of the man behind the "Maximes," exploring the psychological depth and cynical wit that defined his observations on human nature, vanity, and self-love.The work delves into the historical and social context of the French court, illustrating how La Rochefoucauld's experiences during the Fronde and his interactions within the prestigious salons of Paris shaped his concise and piercing prose. This study evaluates the stylistic evolution of the "Maximes" and their lasting impact on the moralist tradition. By situating the work within the broader intellectual landscape of the Grand Siecle, Grubbs offers readers a deeper understanding of the philosophical underpinnings and literary craftsmanship that have kept the work of "La Rochefoucauld" relevant for centuries. It serves as an essential resource for students of French literature, history, and philosophy, highlighting the enduring power of the aphorism as a tool for social and personal critique.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…