Mrs Leith Disney (54 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Hardcover 1917 edition. Ex-library book with stamps and labels attached. Binding firm. Pages unmarked and clean. Covers have wear to spine edges and corners. Cloth is rippled on back cover.Text in good condition. [250 p., ports., facisms. 20 cm].

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. No Jacket. 1st Edition. In maroon cloth. Bookplate. A nice copy.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. This edition of "Algernon Charles Swinburne : Personal Recollections", by his Cousin Mrs. Disney Leith, was published by G. P. Putnam's Sons in New York in 1917. It is the First American Edition. Algernon Charles Swinburne (1837 - 1909) was an English poet, novelist, playwright, and critic who was connected to the Pre-Raphaelite movement. His poetic and prose output was considerable, frequently alluding to classical and historical persons (Sappho and Catullus were favorites). Many of the subjects to which he was attracted, and about which he wrote, were controversial . even taboo at the time. Indeed, he was strongly aligned with the Decadent School. These things, coupled with his own eccentric behavior caused him to be severely criticized and caricatured. As Swinburne strove to establish his bad boy image, he was an easy target. His poetry, however, was serious, and frequently of a very high sort, and was considered by some critics to be often profound in his writing. The book presented here was written by a family member, and includes extracts from some of Swinburne's private letters. There is a handsome frontispiece which is a replica of a photograph of the poet at age 25. There is a "Prefatory Note at the beginning of the book which states : "The following 'Recollections' (with the verses 'A Year's Mind') appeared originally in the April number of the 'Contemporary Review' in 1910. They have been revised and considerably expanded since they first appeared, and in their amended condition are now at length given to the world." A large part of the book consists of excerpts from his correspondence - and through those we experience his tours through Europe, his time at Oxford University, his interactions with the Pre-Raphaelites, (particularly Dante Rossetti and his wife) and Swinburne's own family and personal life. TITLE : Algernon Charles Swinburne : Personal Recollections by his Cousin AUTHOR : Mrs. Disney Leith (Mary Charlotte Julia Leith - née Gordon, 1840-1926) IMPRINT : G. P. Putnam's Sons PLACE : New York DATE : 1917 EDITION : First U.S. Edition STATUS : Out of Print - OP PHYSICAL DETAILS : trade Hardcover; contains 8 photographs on calendered paper (including frontispiece, with attached guard tissue; has the Editor's Postscript, an Appendix, and an Index; [x] + 262 pages , plus six pages of publisher's list. approximately 5 1/4" x 8 1/4" (8vo); maroon, cloth covered binding with gilt lettering on front board and spine; T. E. G. (Top edge gilt). CONDITION -- VERY GOOD -- This is a previously owned book that shows wear, but which remains clean and serviceable, with the following particulars noted : EXTERIOR -- Spine is darkened, with lettering having lost its sheen; spine extremities are compressed, displaying fraying and moderate abrasion; there is a small damp stain at the bottom fore-edge corner of the front boards; lettering on front is still bright. The rear board has a similar damp stain at the bottom fore-edge corner; else the boards are clean with but modest surface rub.Top edge gilt is quite rubbed, but still has a bit of sheen; fore and bottom text-block edges are clean. BINDING -- Not as tight as when issued, as the leaves open widely . The hinges just starting, & the paper over the front hinge is partially split (at the foot) - the whole affair is fairly solid. INTERIOR -- I spotted some barely perceptible pencil erasures on the rear free end-paper, and one of the final blank pages; frontispiece and guard tissue display light foxing; there are various small spots, smudges and light foxing through the book, but nothing egregious - the whole being basically clean and free of marking. On the front free end-paper is an inked address with a personal, complex monogram which I have not deciphered (other than the date, which is a part of the monogram : 1926) - under the monogram is a printed place of residence : Byram Shore, Port Chester, New York.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good+. No Dustjacket. First Edition. New York/London: G. P. Putnam's Sons, 1917. First Edition. Very Good+/No Dustjacket. Very clean burgundy cloth boards with gold stamped lettering on cover and spine. Slight wear to spine edges. Binding is tight & square, pages and edges are clean. Tasteful previous owner bookplate on front fixed endpaper. Frontis photograph of Swinburne with clean tissue guard. Additional photographs throughout. 262 pgs. with index. 8vo. Biography.…

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

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

Condition: New.

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

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

Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. . . . . 8vo, hardcover, red cloth (no dj). Op. Prev. owner's inscr. Spine faded, though lettering legible; upper & lower spine and corners lightly rubbed. Light foxing to opening pgs., none to rest of contents, overall good+ for its age, binding tight. 262 pp.

Paperback. Condition: New. New copy - Usually dispatched within 4 working days.

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

Condition: New.

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

Condition: New.

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

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

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. First American edition. 8vo. 8 portraits and facsimiles. Original gilt stamped maroon cloth, t.e.g. Very good. 262 pages + 4 pages of publisher's advertisements. No dust jacket. No signatures or bookplates.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: New. KlappentextrnrnUnlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are images such as portraits, maps, sketc.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a collection of miscellaneous verses by a poet immersed in the lore and sagas of Iceland. The first part of the book includes lyrical and descriptive poems capturing the beauty of the land and the emotions evoked by personal moments. There are thoughtful poems of faith and loss, and tributes to loved and admired individuals. A series of poems are âSongs in a Trip to Iceland,â capturing the poetâs impressions and experiences of places and people encountered during a journey to the island. The second part of the book is a collection of verse translations of Icelandic poems and songs. The poems are accessible, providing insights into the particularities of Icelandic experience while resonating with universal emotions and themes. 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 is a vivid depiction of the lives of child choristers in England during the 16th century. It's told from the perspective of Arthur, who is kidnapped from his home and forced to join the choir of the Chapel Royal. The author draws upon historical records to give an accurate account of the harsh training methods and punishments endured by these children as they strive to master their craft. The story is more than just a fascinating glimpse into an unfamiliar world. It's also a powerful exploration of themes such as the clash between duty and desire, the importance of friendship, and the resilience of the human spirit. This book is a valuable contribution to our understanding of musical history and a moving tribute to the unsung heroes of the past. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the art of singing or the social history of England. 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.…

Condition: New.