John Mullin Batten (78 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. Autobiography. Covers lightly rubbed, corners sharp, dent on the front cover. Interior clean and tight, endpapers tanned.

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

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Condition: New.

Hardcover with Dust Jacket. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. First Edition, First Printing. Maroon cloth covered boards Title in gilt on the front. Bindings square and tight; clean text, Minimal handling. Has original plain paper wrappers. First Edition. 128 pages. 8 inches tall. Illustrated with double frontispieces. The Grand Tour to most important European cities in the time prior to World War I. …

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Hardcover. Condition: Good. Red boards with gilt spine lettering. Lacking a dust jacket. 226 pages. Slight discoloration to the endpapers. Staining to the top edge of the onion skin wrapper protecting the author's photo. Author was an assistant surgeon in the United States Navy. Binding has been very neatly repaired along the gutter edge with clear, binder's tape, ffep.…

Condition: New.

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Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Autobiography. Red cloth covers very nice, spine ends lightly bumped. The interior is clean and tight, top edge dusty, endpapers tanned.

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

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. BOOK DESCRIPTION: 8vo, 226 pgs. Original red cloth with gilt titled spine. CONDITION DESCRIPTION: Covers are soiled and lightly spotted. Gilt bright. Interior has some spotting to frontis and title page; else text is clean and tight. Now with clear, mylar wrapper. CONTENTS DESCRIPTION: After receiving his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania, Dr. Batten served in the U.S. Navy as an assistant surgeon during the Civil War. He was initially appointed to the U.S. Steamer Princeton on March 22, 1864. Just one month later he was transferred to the steamer Valley City, in Virginia, where he was involved in several skirmishes with Confederate ships. In September of 1865 he was ordered to Cairo, Illinois for duty aboard the U.S. monitors Oneota and Catawba. Following the war, he settled in Pittsburg where he established a long-lasting medical practice and became an advocate for the city's orphans. This book has brief mentions on his military career, but here Batten discusses his medical career and events surrounding his life after the war. …

HRD. 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.

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

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - This book is part of the TREDITION CLASSICS series. The creators of this series are united by passion for literature and driven by the intention of making all public domain books available in printed format again - worldwide. At tredition we believe that a great book never goes out of style. Several mostly non-profit literature projects provide content to tredition. To support their good work, tredition donates a portion of the proceeds from each sold copy. As a reader of a TREDITION CLASSICS book, you support our mission to save many of the amazing works of world literature from oblivion. …

PA. Very Good; Cloth; Privately Printed; 1913; First Thus. Plain brown paper dust wrapper. Maroon cloth with gilt titles to front board. very good, very light spotting to rear board, toning to end papers from the wrapper. First thus, frontispiece of the author and of his birthplace , 129 pages; 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall . Very Good; Cloth; Privately Printed; 1913; First Thus.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - Experience the American Civil War through the eyes of a participant in 'Reminiscences of Two Years in the United States Navy' by John M. Batten. This firsthand account offers a unique glimpse into naval operations during a pivotal period in United States history. Batten's recollections provide invaluable insights into the daily lives of naval personnel and the strategic importance of the US Navy during the conflict. Explore the challenges and triumphs of maintaining the Union blockade and engaging Confederate forces at sea. This historical text, focused on the Civil War period, provides a vital resource for those interested in military history, the United States Navy, and the broader context of the American Civil War. Discover a compelling narrative from someone who lived it, meticulously prepared for print republication, offering a timeless perspective on this crucial chapter in American history.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.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Gray cloth boards with gilt lettering on spine. Slight wear to boards. Title page has some foxing, otherwise interior is clean and unmarked. Double frontispiece with tissue guard. [4], 5-246 pp. 7.5 x 5 inches. Three copies noted on OCLC (LOC, U. of Penn., U. of Virginia). An assorted collection of John M. Batten's memoirs. In the first fifty pages he gives a detailed account of his 1908 steamship trip to Canada, France, Belgium, Holland, England, and Scotland. The rest of the volume consists of a variety of types of diary entries, reflections (typically on his birthday or Independence Day), political thoughts, a few Civil War notes, a record of the various places he's lived at and the schools he's taught at, thirty-three pages of his diary (covering the period between January 1860 and March 1861), and seventy pages listing his expenses between 1866 and 1873. John Mullin Batten (1837-1916) was a Pittsburgh and U.S. Navy physician. He served in the United States Navy during the Civil War and was stationed aboard the steamships Princeton and Valley City (which saw action with the Confederates) and later on the monitors Oneota and Catawba upon the Ohio and Mississippi rivers. After the war, he settled in Pittsburgh and established a successful practice.…

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. Poetry, autobiography. Green cloth covers very nice, spine ends lightly bumped. Small owner's name n the first endpaper, otherwise the interior is clean and tight, top edge dusty.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles the experiences of a U.S. Navy doctor during his two years of service in the Civil War. It begins with his appointment as an Acting Assistant Surgeon and his training at the U.S. Naval Asylum in Philadelphia. He then recounts his service on various vessels, including the USS Princeton, USS Valley City, and others. Throughout his journey, he witnesses naval engagements, expeditions, and the sinking of the Confederate ram Albemarle. The author's insights into the medical challenges, camaraderie, and horrors of the Civil War offer a rare glimpse into the life of a Union naval medical officer. 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.…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles the author's transatlantic voyage from America to Europe and his subsequent travels through some of Europe's most celebrated cities, including Naples, Rome, Florence, and Venice. The author provides a detailed account of his experiences abroad, offering insightful observations on the culture, history, and art he encounters along the way. The book also grapples with larger themes such as faith, alcoholism, and syphilis. The author's honest and engaging writing style brings to life a bygone era, offering readers a unique perspective on the world as it existed at the turn of the 20th century. 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.…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents the collected works of literary essays covering a wide range of topics from the author's personal experiences to profound thoughts on societal issues. It offers a unique glimpse into the mind of the author, revealing their innermost thoughts and feelings on a variety of subjects. The essays explore complex themes of life, death, nature, and the human experience, delving into the depths of human nature and the complexities of the world around us. The author's unique perspective and eloquent writing style make this book a thought-provoking and deeply resonant read for anyone seeking to understand the human condition more fully. 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.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - 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. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface.We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…