John Giant Killer (36 results)

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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - 'Food for the Mind, or, A New Riddle-book' invites young readers into a world of playful enigmas and brain-teasing fun. This classic collection of riddles, attributed to John-the-Giant-Killer, offers a delightful assortment of puzzles and jokes perfect for children. Designed to spark curiosity and sharpen young minds, this volume serves up 'food for the mind' in the form of entertaining challenges. Within these pages lies a wealth of humorous stories and engaging activities that provide hours of amusement. Rediscover the charm of a bygone era with this meticulously prepared reprint, bringing these timeless riddles to a new audience eager to test their wits. A treasure trove of juvenile riddles sure to captivate and entertain, this book is a delightful addition to any collection of children's literature.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 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.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.…

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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Reprinted as part of the Illustrated Shilling Series of Forgotten Children's Books from the 1778 edition. Coloured semi rigid boards with black lettering to front. Boards are a little grubby. Bumping to corners, some subsequent curling. Spine is of brown tape; it is not clear what if anything is underneath. Front inner hinge is beginning to crack. Textblock is pretty good, considering its age, but has a few grubby marks associated with use. 112 pp + adverts. Additional photos are available upon request. When securely packed this item will weigh in the region of 116g. Unless specifically mentioned, all our books are photographed so you can see what you are buying. ABE may, however, display a stock image whilst processing ours. (YBP Ref: 029358:1-Q7) Size: 32mo - over 4" - 5" tall Language: ENG 116 G. Book.…

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Hardcover. Condition: very good. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. First edition. This covetable little book, originally published in 1778 by Francis Newbery and Thomas Carnan, the son and stepson of John Newbery, had been issued by their father at least twenty years earlier. The destructive fingers of little riddle-readers have been the means of causing thousands of copies of this amusing book to disapper, and to obtain an original copy is now impossible. Reprinted as part of the Illustrated Shilling Series of Forgotten Children's Books from the 1778 edition. Binding is tight and the book is internally very clean. Dutch floral boards have rubbing to the edges. book.…

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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - Food for the Mind presents itself as a compact moral and intellectual miscellany, a work whose title announces nourishment not for the body but for judgment, memory, and conscience. Its style may be understood within the tradition of didactic prose: aphoristic, accessible, and deliberately instructive, favoring clarity over ornament while inviting repeated reflection. In literary context, it belongs beside those improving books that treat reading as ethical discipline, offering brief, memorable matter designed to cultivate inward habits. The authorial name John-the-Giant-Killer is itself suggestive, invoking the folk-hero who defeats disproportionate powers through wit rather than strength. Whether read as pseudonym or persona, it frames the writer as a champion of ordinary intelligence against ignorance, vanity, or moral laziness. Such a name helps explain the book's likely purpose: to arm readers with mental provision, practical wisdom, and confidence in thought. This book is recommended to readers interested in moral literature, popular instruction, and the history of books intended for self-cultivation. Its appeal lies in its earnest belief that the mind can be fed, strengthened, and disciplined through concise, purposeful reading.…

Paperback / softback. Condition: New. This item is printed on demand. New copy - Usually dispatched within 5-9 working days.

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 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: 136 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: 136 Language: English.…

Softcover. Condition: New. Reprint. Language: English. Approximately 136 pages. English: Print-on-demand reprint. Original edition : 189-? Text in English. This fascinating 19th-century riddle book offers a collection of brain-teasing puzzles and conundrums designed to entertain and challenge readers of all ages. Attributed to the pseudonymous John-the-Giant-Killer, Esq, the work reflects the popular literary trends of the era, blending wit and wordplay in a format that was widely enjoyed in Victorian-era parlors and drawing rooms. Book images are non-contractual. This item is printed on demand and ships from our printing partners' facility nearest the destination. These facilities are located mainly in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada.…