John Almon Editor (14 results)

Paperback. Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Very good. First Edition. Blue cloth in fine clean condition, bright gilt spine titles, 10 1/4 x 7 1/2 inches, sans dust jacket. 933 clean pp., index, b/w illustrations, tight. US Media shipping as quoted at checkout; Priority Mail or International orders will require additional postage. Fascinating primary accounts of the Sullivan and Clinton Expedition through New York and northern Pennsylvania in 1779, with John Barr being stationed at Fort Sullivan at Tioga Point (now Athens), Pennsylvania. Tallmadge's Orderly Books relate details of the Fourth New York Regiment during the Expedition against the Indians, as well as their exploits at Morristown, Peekskill, Fort Schuyler, Fort Herkimer, in Williamsburg, and elsewhere. Orders, incidents, movements, tactics, discipline of soldiers - all is recorded in great detail. Also, the diary of Tallmage with his personal observations."Here is found a version of the Sullivan-Clinton Campaign in 1779, the activities of 1780, the surrender of Cornwallis in 1781, the treason of Arnold, camp life along the Hudson in 1782, the Treaty of Peace in 1783. The hardships and privations in the patriot army, which resulted at times in a serious breach of discipline and even mutiny, are portrayed. The fun, amusements, petty thievery from irritated farmers and housewives, and the stealing of articles of clothing, cooking utensils and food by the soldiers from each other are set forth often in comical language. One living in our day is astonished at the large quantities of rum consumed by troops and officers. The shortage of provisions, clothing, shoes, blankets, tents, ammunition and other necessities is realized. After reading these Orderly Books one comes to admire the soldiers for their long marches, for their cheerfulness after sleeping on beds of straw, for their bravery before the enemy, for their obedience to their officers, and for their loyalty to the American cause under congressional inactivity and compensation in worthless paper money. Here was the republic in the making." - p. 22-23.

1st edition. 2 volumes. Small 8vo. lxxxiv + 355pp. + iv + 385pp. + publisher's list. 2 engraved portrait frontispieces (spotted). Occasional slight browning, minor owner's inscription to both volumes, rebound in rubbed and worn boards, volume I with remains of leather spine, whilst volume 2 unskillfully rebacked in cloth. US$59.

A new edition, corrected, and considerably enlarged. 6 vols. A set for binding, with two boards lacking and most of the others, and some pages, detached. Some occasional spotting, as usual.

Condition: Very Good. FIRST EDITION. 4 (of 5) volumes: I, III, IV & V. 12mos, pp. xx, [272] + portrait frontis (stipple engraved by Caroline Watson) and fold-out facsimile letter; iv, 300 + facsimile letter; [iv], 344 + fold-out facsimile letter; iv, 286, [lacks 2 pages of adverts]. Later half calf over marbled boards, 5 raised bands, gilt-ruled, red and black morocco labels lettered in gilt, compartments diced. Edges speckled red. All vols.: rubbed, spines darkened, wear and bruising to corners, heavy bumping to top edges, some strips of calf missing from corners. Endpapers browned, glue-residue from former bookplates to front pastedowns, POI to ffeps, '25 June 1938' stamp and price in pencil (for four vols. only) to rear pastedowns. Occasional foxing, pencil scoring and marginalia, pencil notes to rear pastedowns. Vol. I: front hinge starting, prelims, frontis and rear foxed, offsetting to title page, 'B. H. Blackwell Ltd, Booksellers, Oxford' label to front pastedown; Vol III: rear joint starting, subtle repair to top spine compartment, black morocco label flapping, letter foxed; Vol. IV: split to head of front joint. Else, tidy and robust: four pleasing volumes of what would have been a handsome set. N.B. A different printer's imprint to each volume. Sabin 104004. Very good. John Wilkes (1725-1797) was a British politician and journalist, agitator and renowned rake (despite also being renowned for his ugliness: it took him half an hour to talk his face away, he claimed), whose 'political talent [] lay in his pen' (ODNB). A radical, through his weekly publication, the North Briton, he was a significant thorn in the side of Lord Bute and George Grenville's successive governments. This political irritation continued, as, through various legal skirmishes with government, plus his later control of the City of London, he paved the way for substantial legal and parliamentary reforms, including establishing the freedom of the press to report on Parliament. Lionised as a 'champion of liberty,' Wilkes saw common cause on both sides of the Atlantic and supported American resistance (though not independence). Caroline Watson (1760/1-1814) was celebrated for her stipple engraving and is considered the first woman to work professionally (i.e. independently, outside of a family enterprise) as an engraver, as well as running her own printing business from Fitzroy Street, London in the 1780s. She became Engraver to the Queen (Charlotte) in 1785. A prolific engraver of portraits, her reproductions included many significant women of the day, such as Elizabeth Carter and Sarah Siddons. Watson's engraving of Wilkes (after Pine) shows his squint, but with none of Hogarth's cruel parody; her father, the famed Mezzotint artist James Watson, also produced a version of Pine's painting.

Full Leather. Condition: Very Good. Not in any other collection, with several pieces never before published, a new edition, corrected and considerably enlarged. In Six Volumes. Contemporary full mottled calf with newer spine, one maroon label with gilt lettering. Two Previous owner's bookplates. British satire, popular in its time. Volume I has 4 full page ads.

HC. 280pp, index ".SHEWING THE CAUSES AND PROGRESS OF THAT MISUNDERSTANDING FROM 1764 TO 1775." Usually cited as PRIOR DOCUMENTS (title too of the index), these papers were intended to accompany the 17 volumes of Almon's THE REMEMBRANCER; OR, IMPARTIAL REPOSITORY OF PUBLIC EVENTS. Howes A-179. The pages of this copy are untrimmed and bound for library use in maroon cloth. There are two archival repairs to the title page to stablize small tears. This clean and tight book block should be appropriately rebound. good+, bound in maroon cloth (hardcover) EX-LIB.

viii, [5]-252 pp. 1 vols. 12mo. First edition. First edition. viii, [5]-252 pp. 1 vols. 12mo. The first volume in this collection of witty and amusing pieces, containing poems, epigrams, quotes and letters from various sources, many of the authors are credited. Intended as a follower of "The New Foundling Hospital for Wit" which had appeared in 6 volumes and been finished the previous year. There were ultimately 4 volumes in this series published from 1785-1793. Among the contributions there are several pieces relating to Lunardi and his balloon ascensions and there is a "Bon mot of Dr. Johnson" on page 162, many of the pieces are political in nature. Almon was also editor of "The Remembrancer" NCBEL 2:405 Early 19th century half red straight-grained morocco, marbled boards, some rubbing and scuffing but an attractive volume, Advertisement leaf from the compiler, some light spotting or browning else fine.

Condition: Very Good. First Edition. Later quarter morocco, marbled boards. Top edge gilt, other edges uncut. One line ink note on page 5; cover corners neatly repaired; spine edges lightly rubbed.

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 1805. 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, Vol:- Volume v.2, Pages:- 254, 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. Volume v.2 254 254.

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 1805. 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, Vol:- Volume v.5, Pages:- 308, 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. Volume v.5 308 308.

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 1805. 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, Vol:- Volume v.1, Pages:- 308, 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. Volume v.1 308 308.

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 1805. 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, Vol:- Volume v.3, Pages:- 314, 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. Volume v.3 314 314.

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 1805. 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, Vol:- Volume v.4, Pages:- 364, 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. Volume v.4 364 364.