Mannix William Francis (84 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. Hardcover. No dust jacket. Soiling to boards. Hinges cracked. FEP has been excised. Sold with all faults.

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

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

Hardcover. Condition: Publisher's biege cloth. DJ Not Price Clipped (20.00). First Edition. Washington, D. C.: Columbia Historical Society, 1973. Near Fine condition in bright, Near Very Good Dust Jacket (one 25 cent-size chip, a few tiny closed tears). No remainder marks. No underlining. No highlighting. No margin notes. Clean, square, tight, and unmarked. Well illustrated with photos, drawings, maps, prints, document facsimiles, etc. Contains 35 essays including: BASEBALL REMINISCENCES OF WASHINGTON'S JESSE "NIP" Winters: "HOW I STRUCK OUT BABE RUTH AND BEAT LEFTY GROVE" by Jesse Winters and John Holway; SHIPBUILDING IN VIRGINIA, 1763-1774 by William M. Kelso; ALBERT GALLATIN IN WASHINGTON, 1801-1813 by Richard Mannix; GILBERT STUART IN WASHINGTON by Charles Merrill Mount; BEHIND PRISON WALLS: THE OPERATION OF THE DISTRICT PENITENTIARY, 1831-1862 by David K. Sullivan; DEFENDING WASHINGTON DURING THE CIVIL WAR by Benjamin Franklin Cooling; THE BLACK MILITIA IN THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 1867-1898 by Martin K. Gordon. . First Edition. Hardcover. Publisher's biege cloth/DJ Not Price Clipped (20.00). Thick 8vo. xxv, 846pp.…

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Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

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

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

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Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. Octavo bound in yellow cloth. Frontispiece illustration. Condition: soiling to binding; red ink mark to front cover; ownership markings to 1st free endpaper; else good. 298 pages.

Hardcover. Octavo. Hardcover. Yellow tinted top edge. Bound in yellow cloth with black inked titles. xxvii, 298 pages, 1 leaf : frontispiece (3 portrait) ; 23 cm. VG. Slight toning/soiling to the cloth boards,otherwise a very good copy. Brentano's label on rear paste down. Book HAS NOT been flagged.

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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Dust Jacket. B038769; 298 pp, Bumped, some staining Oversized hardcover, very good contents, fair covers, corners.

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. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - 'Memoirs of Li Hung Chang' presents an extensive and narrative account of the life of the preeminent Chinese statesman, diplomat, and general who served the Qing Empire during the tumultuous nineteenth century. This work explores the complex political landscape of late Imperial China, detailing the subject's pivotal role in the Taiping Rebellion, his efforts to modernize the nation's military and industry, and his intricate diplomatic negotiations with foreign powers including Russia, Japan, and the West.Through these pages, readers gain insight into the sophisticated worldview of a man who bridged the gap between traditional Chinese governance and the pressures of global modernization. The text captures the essence of Li's career, from his rise within the scholar-official class to his position as a primary advisor to the Empress Dowager Cixi. Whether viewed as a historical record or a compelling piece of biographical narrative, 'Memoirs of Li Hung Chang' remains a significant text for understanding the intersection of East and West at the dawn of the twentieth century. This work is an essential read for those interested in Asian history, international relations, and the life of one of China's most enduring political figures.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.…

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a unique glimpse into the mind of Li Hung Chang, one of the most influential figures in 19th-century China. Through excerpts from his personal writings, the author reveals Li Hung Chang's ambitions, his evolving views on Christianity and foreigners, and his profound respect for traditional Chinese culture. Li Hung Chang's personal journey from a young scholar to a powerful statesman provides insights into the tumultuous period of China's transition from the Qing Dynasty to the Republic. His writing reflects the cultural clashes of the time, the challenges of modernization, and the complexities of navigating foreign relations. The book presents a fascinating blend of personal reflections and political observations, allowing readers to understand the motivations behind Li Hung Chang's actions and the challenges he faced as he sought to navigate the changing world around him. The depth and nuance of his insights offer valuable perspective on the historical events that shaped China's destiny. 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.…

Buch. 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. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…