Marquess Halifax (27 results)

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. To know when to let things alone is a high pitch of good sense.George Savile, Marquess of Halifax was among the greatest statesmen of late seventeenth-century England and was a central figure in the Glorious Revolution of 1688. His pursuit of moderation during a time of fierce political controversy earned him the nickname The Trimmer. Halifax took this intended insult as a badge of honour, arguing that all good things trimbetween extremes and exist healthily between varieties of excess. His pamphlets, published anonymously during his lifetime, make the case for moderate and pragmatic action rooted in caution and compromise. They stand asan abiding critique of extremism and political tribalism. Halifaxs works on the nature of politics rest upon a practical and extensive experience of government. His detached and often jaded view of life lends a markedly distinctive quality to his thoughts on government, political parties, morality, marriage, and the human condition in general.This edition presents Halifaxs published works, including his political testament The Character of a Trimmer, aremarkable sketch of the character of King Charles II, and various sets of Thoughts and Reflections. An introductory essay sets Halifaxs work within the context of his time and emphasizes the continuing relevance of histhought. A new edition of the works of the Marquis of Halifax (1633-1695), one of the greatest statesmen of late seventeenth century England. His writing on political activity, on Charles II, on the role of women in society, and his thoughts on morality and human nature are presented in this volume in a new modernized text. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: New. To know when to let things alone is a high pitch of good sense.George Savile, Marquess of Halifax was among the greatest statesmen of late seventeenth-century England and was a central figure in the Glorious Revolution of 1688. His pursuit of moderation during a time of fierce political controversy earned him the nickname The Trimmer. Halifax took this intended insult as a badge of honour, arguing that all good things trim between extremes and exist healthily between varieties of excess. His pamphlets, published anonymously during his lifetime, make the case for moderate and pragmatic action rooted in caution and compromise. They stand as an abiding critique of extremism and political tribalism. Halifaxs works on the nature of politics rest upon a practical and extensive experience of government. His detached and often jaded view of life lends a markedly distinctive quality to his thoughts on government, political parties, morality, marriage, and the human condition in general.This edition presents Halifaxs published works, including his political testament The Character of a Trimmer, a remarkable sketch of the character of King Charles II, and various sets of Thoughts and Reflections. An introductory essay sets Halifaxs work within the context of his time and emphasizes the continuing relevance of his thought.

Paperback. Condition: New. To know when to let things alone is a high pitch of good sense.George Savile, Marquess of Halifax was among the greatest statesmen of late seventeenth-century England and was a central figure in the Glorious Revolution of 1688. His pursuit of moderation during a time of fierce political controversy earned him the nickname The Trimmer. Halifax took this intended insult as a badge of honour, arguing that all good things trim between extremes and exist healthily between varieties of excess. His pamphlets, published anonymously during his lifetime, make the case for moderate and pragmatic action rooted in caution and compromise. They stand as an abiding critique of extremism and political tribalism. Halifaxs works on the nature of politics rest upon a practical and extensive experience of government. His detached and often jaded view of life lends a markedly distinctive quality to his thoughts on government, political parties, morality, marriage, and the human condition in general.This edition presents Halifaxs published works, including his political testament The Character of a Trimmer, a remarkable sketch of the character of King Charles II, and various sets of Thoughts and Reflections. An introductory essay sets Halifaxs work within the context of his time and emphasizes the continuing relevance of his thought.

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Hardcover. Condition: Good. Paper-covered boards gilt, small 8vo., (vi), 107, (1) pages. One of 300 copies printed on thick handmade paper, this being one of 255 in boards. Small stamped numerical annotation to contents page, bookplate removal at pastedown, a good copy within badly worn and stained boards, in archival mylar.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. On grey cloth 1970 reprint + owners name.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. Previously read paperback copy. Has previous owners bookplate on the inside cover, however the pages are clean.

7.5 x 5, cloth, unpaginated, blue cloth backed blue boards, near fine. FIRST TRADE ED.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. To know when to let things alone is a high pitch of good sense. George Savile, Marquess of Halifax was among the greatest statesmen of late seventeenth-century England and was a central figure in the Glorious Revolution of 1688. His pursuit of moderation during a time of fierce political controversy earned him the nickname The Trimmer. Halifax took this intended insult as a badge of honour, arguing that all good things trimbetween extremes and exist healthily between varieties of excess. His pamphlets, published anonymously during his lifetime, make the case for moderate and pragmatic action rooted in caution and compromise. They stand asan abiding critique of extremism and political tribalism. Halifaxs works on the nature of politics rest upon a practical and extensive experience of government. His detached and often jaded view of life lends a markedly distinctive quality to his thoughts on government, political parties, morality, marriage, and the human condition in general. This edition presents Halifaxs published works, including his political testament The Character of a Trimmer, aremarkable sketch of the character of King Charles II, and various sets of Thoughts and Reflections. An introductory essay sets Halifaxs work within the context of his time and emphasizes the continuing relevance of histhought. A new edition of the works of the Marquis of Halifax (1633-1695), one of the greatest statesmen of late seventeenth century England. His writing on political activity, on Charles II, on the role of women in society, and his thoughts on morality and human nature are presented in this volume in a new modernized text. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. To know when to let things alone is a high pitch of good sense. George Savile, Marquess of Halifax was among the greatest statesmen of late seventeenth-century England and was a central figure in the Glorious Revolution of 1688. His pursuit of moderation during a time of fierce political controversy earned him the nickname The Trimmer. Halifax took this intended insult as a badge of honour, arguing that all good things trimbetween extremes and exist healthily between varieties of excess. His pamphlets, published anonymously during his lifetime, make the case for moderate and pragmatic action rooted in caution and compromise. They stand asan abiding critique of extremism and political tribalism. Halifaxs works on the nature of politics rest upon a practical and extensive experience of government. His detached and often jaded view of life lends a markedly distinctive quality to his thoughts on government, political parties, morality, marriage, and the human condition in general. This edition presents Halifaxs published works, including his political testament The Character of a Trimmer, aremarkable sketch of the character of King Charles II, and various sets of Thoughts and Reflections. An introductory essay sets Halifaxs work within the context of his time and emphasizes the continuing relevance of histhought. A new edition of the works of the Marquis of Halifax (1633-1695), one of the greatest statesmen of late seventeenth century England. His writing on political activity, on Charles II, on the role of women in society, and his thoughts on morality and human nature are presented in this volume in a new modernized text. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: New. To know when to let things alone is a high pitch of good sense.George Savile, Marquess of Halifax was among the greatest statesmen of late seventeenth-century England and was a central figure in the Glorious Revolution of 1688. His pursuit of moderation during a time of fierce political controversy earned him the nickname The Trimmer. Halifax took this intended insult as a badge of honour, arguing that all good things trim between extremes and exist healthily between varieties of excess. His pamphlets, published anonymously during his lifetime, make the case for moderate and pragmatic action rooted in caution and compromise. They stand as an abiding critique of extremism and political tribalism. Halifaxs works on the nature of politics rest upon a practical and extensive experience of government. His detached and often jaded view of life lends a markedly distinctive quality to his thoughts on government, political parties, morality, marriage, and the human condition in general.This edition presents Halifaxs published works, including his political testament The Character of a Trimmer, a remarkable sketch of the character of King Charles II, and various sets of Thoughts and Reflections. An introductory essay sets Halifaxs work within the context of his time and emphasizes the continuing relevance of his thought.

Cloth and Boards. Condition: Very Good. First Trade Edition. Cloth and Boards. Very Good. First Trade Edition. 8vo. Unpaginated. Originally printed privately for the author by Peter Beilenson at the Walpole Printing Office (Peter Pauper Press). This trade edition appears to have printed by Beilenson as well for Longmans, Green.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Spine lable has slight wear. ; Approx. 5" wide by 7 1/2". George Savile, first Marquess of Halifax. Introduction has "Dear Lady Berkeley" written at beginning, signed by Merrill at end. Issued as a Christmas book. Stiff paper covers.

Small 8vo; tan boards with gilt lettering on spine and top edge and deckle edged pages; hardcover; 107 pages; ".first publication of the Miscellanies of Lord Halifax, is here reprinted in an edition of three hundred copies."; "First printed for Matthew Gillyflower: London 1700."; stained and sunned covers with foxed endpaper else a very good tight copy.

Paperback. Condition: New. To know when to let things alone is a high pitch of good sense.George Savile, Marquess of Halifax was among the greatest statesmen of late seventeenth-century England and was a central figure in the Glorious Revolution of 1688. His pursuit of moderation during a time of fierce political controversy earned him the nickname The Trimmer. Halifax took this intended insult as a badge of honour, arguing that all good things trim between extremes and exist healthily between varieties of excess. His pamphlets, published anonymously during his lifetime, make the case for moderate and pragmatic action rooted in caution and compromise. They stand as an abiding critique of extremism and political tribalism. Halifaxs works on the nature of politics rest upon a practical and extensive experience of government. His detached and often jaded view of life lends a markedly distinctive quality to his thoughts on government, political parties, morality, marriage, and the human condition in general.This edition presents Halifaxs published works, including his political testament The Character of a Trimmer, a remarkable sketch of the character of King Charles II, and various sets of Thoughts and Reflections. An introductory essay sets Halifaxs work within the context of his time and emphasizes the continuing relevance of his thought.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. 51 pp. Original cloth-backed boards. Very Good, in dust jacket. Presentation copy from MacDonald, inscribed on the front pastedown. Signed by Author(s).

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good+. 1st Edition. 8vo. Pp xxvii, 256. Tissue-guarded portrait frontis, 2 facsimile title pages. Original cloth, printed paper title label to spine. A very nice copy.

Condition: Sehr gut. The Second Edition Corrected by the Original. Duodecimo (7 cm wide x 12.5 cm high). [II], 164 pages (collation complete). Hardcover / 18th century full leather with gilt lettering and ornament on spine and boards. Very few pages with minor wormhole-damage only and some pages with some minor tears and fraying. The binding firm and with minor damage only. Some very few entries with ink by the pre-owner. Overall a very good condition with only minor signs of wear of this extremely rare and early edition of one of the rarest publications of advice on prudence and virtue, written by the Marquess of Halifax and published as an address to his daughter Elizabeth Stanhope, Countess of Chesterfield (1677 - 1708). Later editions are more common but this 17th century publication is the nicest version of this book we have ever handled. Elizabeth Stanhope, Countess of Chesterfield (c. 1677 c. 1708) was an English noblewoman who was the wife of Philip Stanhope, 3rd Earl of Chesterfield and the daughter of George Savile, 1st Marquess of Halifax. Her mother was probably Gertrude Pierrepont, Halifax's second wife. It was to Elizabeth that her father addressed a work entitled The Lady's New Year's Gift: or Advice to a Daughter. She married Philip Stanhope in 1692. They had one son, Philip Dormer Stanhope, 4th Earl of Chesterfield. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ George Savile, 1st Marquess of Halifax, PC, DL, FRS (11 November 1633 5 April 1695), was an English statesman, writer, and politician who sat in the House of Commons in 1660, and in the House of Lords after he was raised to the peerage in 1668. Savile was born in Thornhill, in the West Riding of Yorkshire, the eldest son of Sir William Savile, 3rd Baronet, and his wife Anne Coventry, eldest daughter of Lord Keeper Thomas Coventry, 1st Baron Coventry. His father distinguished himself in the civil war in the royalist cause and died in 1644. Savile was also the nephew of Sir William Coventry, who is said to have influenced his political opinions, and of Lord Shaftesbury, afterwards his most bitter opponent, and great-nephew of the Earl of Strafford. He was the great-grandson of Sir George Savile of Lupset and Thornhill (created baronet in 1611). He was educated at Shrewsbury School in 1643 while his mother was staying with a sister in Shropshire. He later travelled in France, where he attended a Huguenot academy in Paris, stayed in Angers and Orléans, in Italy and in the Netherlands, and was also believed to have been educated in Geneva. He returned to England by 1652. In 1660, Savile was elected Member of Parliament for Pontefract in the Convention Parliament, and this was his only appearance in the Lower House. In the same year he was made Deputy Lieutenant for the county of Yorkshire and Colonel of a foot regiment in the Yorkshire Militia. The Duke of York sought a peerage for him in 1665, but was successfully opposed by Clarendon, on the ground of his "ill-reputation amongst men of piety and religion." The chancellor's real motives may have been Savile's connection with Buckingham and Coventry. The honours were, however, only deferred for a short time and were obtained after the fall of Clarendon on 31 December 1667, when Savile was created Baron Savile of Elland and Viscount Halifax. In 1667 he commanded a Troop of the North Riding Militia Horse during the Dutch raids, and was commissioned Captain to raise a troop in Yorkshire for Prince Rupert's Regiment of Horse. Halifax's speeches have not been preserved, and his political writings on this account have all the greater value. The Character of a Trimmer (1684 or 1685) was his most ambitious production, written seemingly as advice to the king and as a manifesto of his own opinions. In it he discusses the political problems of the time and their solution on broad principles. He supports the Test Act and, while opposing the Indulgence, is not hostile to the repeal of the penal laws against the Roman Catholics by parliament. Turning to foreign affairs he contemplates with consternation the growing power of France and the humiliation of England, exclaiming indignantly at the sight of the "Roses blasted and discoloured while lilies triumph and grow insolent upon the comparison." The whole is a masterly and comprehensive summary of the actual political situation and its exigencies; while, when he treats such themes as liberty, or discusses the balance to be maintained between freedom and government in the constitution, he rises to the political idealism of Bolingbroke and Burke. The Character of King Charles II, to be compared with his earlier sketch of the king in the Character of a Trimmer, is perhaps from the literary point of view the most admirable of his writings. The famous Letter to a Dissenter (1687) was thought by Sir James Mackintosh to be unrivalled as a political pamphlet. The Lady's New Year's Gift: or Advice to a Daughter, refers to his daughter Elizabeth, afterwards mother of the celebrated 4th Earl of Chesterfield (1688). In The Anatomy of an Equivalent (1688) he treats with keen wit and power of analysis the proposal to grant a "perpetual edict" in favour of the Established Church in return for the repeal of the test and penal laws. Maxims of State appeared about 1692. The Rough Draft of a New Model at Sea (c. 1694), though apparently only a fragment, is one of the most interesting and characteristic of his writings. He discusses the naval establishment, not from the naval point of view alone, but from the general aspect of the constitution of which it is a detail, and is thus led to consider the nature of the constitution itself, and to show that it is not an artificial structure but a growth and product of the natural character. Multiple editions of his works have been released since his death, including H. C. Foxcroft's "Life and Letters." The most recent edition, by Mark N. Brown, is titled The Works of.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. 1st Edition. Printed for Charles E. Merrill at the Peter Pauper Press for Christmas 1934. Initialed by Merrill with 'Dear Arthur' in his hand written before the foreword. Good only condition. Boards bowed. Cover rubbed and soiled. Internally clean and bright. Donnelly & Dobkin 249. Signed by Author(s).

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. 2nd Edition. Free 1-3 day USPS Priority Mail shipping & free insurance in the USA48. Signed second Edition. Signed by Charles E. Merrill, Jun, with the inscription in his hand, "For young Mr. Daniell with admiration for his courage and a cordial greeting, Charles E. Merrill/Jun 7 May '35." This 8" x 5" book was published as a Christmas card for Merrill's close friends in 1934, and again, privately printed and issued as a Christmas greeting in 1935. Inscribed by Author(s).

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 48 pages. 6.00x0.12x9.00 inches. This item is printed on demand.

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

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Miscellanies by the Right Noble Lord, the Late Lord Marquess of Halifax. Viz. I. Advice to a Daughter. II The Character of a Trimmer. III. The Anatomy of an Equivalent. IV. A Letter to a Dissenter. V. Cautions for Choice of Parliament Men. VI. A Rough Draught of a New Model at Sea. VII. Maxims of State. By Lord Halifax and printed in London for Matthew Gillyflower. 1700, circa 350 pp, 7.5" x 4.75", 8vo, hardcover full leather. In good condition, with minor rubbing and wear to boards. Some cracking to hinges to both interior and exterior. Title label remains intact. Light markings and marginalia, along with a bookseller's sticker from a Moscow store on the front pastedown. General age-related toning to pages, along with foxing and wear. Please see photographs and ask any questions prior to purchasing. A scarce collection of pieces by the late writer and MP George Savile, 1st Marquess of Halifax (1833-1695). COLH1700CJKG-0224-aj1020.

Illustrated by engraved frontis on I. First separate edition. Rebound in J. Hewit hand-dyed acid free calf, gilt stamped spine title, marbled eps. 12mo. pp. 84; 97; 42; 30; 44; 21; 5, (3). Very Good. Light to moderate foxing/toning throughout. Contents: I. Advise to a Daughter (1700); II, The Character of a Trimmer (1699); III. The Anatomy of an Equivalent (n.d.or tp); IV. A Letter to a Dissenter (1700); V. Some Cautions for choice of Parliament Men (1699); VI. Rough Draft of a New Model at Sea 1694 (1700); VII. Maxims of State (1700). MIS118131.

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

Condition: Gut. Format (Platte): 37 x 24 cm. Blattgröße: 41 x 26 cm. *George Savile, 1. Marquess of Halifax (1633-1695) war ein englischer Politiker und Autor. - Der Stecher Jacobus Houbraken (1698-1780) war ein holländischer Kupferstecher aus Amsterdam. In seinem langen Arbeitsleben schuf er mehr als 600 Portraits in barocker Manier seiner Vorbilder Drevet und Edelinck. - Blatt aus der Porträtfolge "Thomas Birch, The Heads of Illustrious Persons of Great Britain". - Sauber und sehr gut erhalten. Sprache: Deutsch Gewicht in Gramm: 1000.