J C Elsom (11 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Illustrated with an introduction by M.V. O'shea. Red clothbound without a dustjacket. Exterior has three small drop-type stains to front and one to spine. Edges are square though spine bottom has a bump and frayed cloth. Hinges are cracked open and one interior page has separated, binding at title page is loosened. One photograph plate has separated but is intact and included. Book is useful for reading, instruction and display despite binding being loosened. Interior is clean.…

Hardcover. Condition: Good.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good+. No Dust Jacket. First Edition. First edition (no additional printings listed). Original red cloth, bibliography, index, 261 pp, illustrated with plates (photographs) and a few drawings and diagrams. Hardcover, very good+, no dustjacket. Corners and head and foot of spine rubbed, drop marks on spine, light soil on cloth, paper age yellowed, otherwise tight, clean, paper crisp, unmarked and apparently never read. Detailed descriptions and directions for dozens of parlor, outdoor, and other games, skits, stunts and pastimes of a vanished era, made even more charming by the photos of well dressed children and young adults playing and performing. Still of use for those seeking family activities, boy and girl scouts, school, or simply to get the kids away from video games for a little real fun and exercise! Recreation; amusements; popular culture; social activities; history *****************************************************************.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. VERY GOOD CONDITION, CLEAN, SOLID, BRIGHT.Name ep "Lena Guidery".Fade to spine titles. ; WHITE TITLES ON RED CLOTH HARDCOVERS. ; 258pg pages; Special pointers on teaching, for toddlers, maykingt your own playground equipment.Games from Arctic to South Pacific. INDEX. Illustrated by Glossy Photos (illustrator).…

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Cover suffers corner bumping, rubbing, and edge wear. Text has yellowed with age and is slightly loose in binding and should be handled with care. This copy is ex-libris and thus contains all appropriate stamping and card jackets throughout. No other markings. Size: 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall. Ex-Library. …

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

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.

1919, 1st ed., a collection of games and dances suitable for community and social use, illustrated, and music scores, spine faded, binding repaired still a nice copy, solid, good+.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This fascinating book presents a delightful and instructive collection of classic social games and dance routines in use for many years, exploring their historical background and practical application. The author seeks to demonstrate how these activities can help people of all ages and backgrounds break the ice and build meaningful social connections. The work encourages readers to challenge the misconception that social interactions must be awkward and forced, and instead suggests that using games and dances can create a dynamic and positive social environment, improve interpersonal dynamics, enhance social fluency, and make people more spontaneous and less inhibited in their interactions. It argues that learning these social skills is critical for a fulfilling and well-rounded life and goes on to discuss how these games and dances can be adapted for various social settings and tailor-made to suit individual needs, presenting practical tips for incorporating them into parties, events, and gatherings. 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.…