N M Penzer Ed (41 results)

Condition: Good. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In good all round condition. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,850grams, ISBN.

Condition: Fair. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Dust jacket in poor condition. Undated Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,900grams, ISBN.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Dust Jacket. Original olive cloth with gilt decoration. Contains Maurice Bloomfield's 24-page foreward entitled "Scope of Hindu Fiction Literature" and exploring possible encyclopedic treatment of the subject. Very Good. No Dust Jacket.

Condition: Good. New Edition. G : in Good condition without dust jacket. Cover lightly rubbed. Small stain on fore edge of lower board. Scattered browning. 230mm x 160mm (9" x 6"). 240pp. Brown/gilt hardback cloth cover.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 2nd Edition. Volume 1 of 10. XLI, 335 p. ; 25 cm.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good-. No Dust Jacket. 1st thus. International addresses will require extra postage due to size. Vol. I: slight wear head/foot of spine, corners very lightly rubbed, spine darkened with small white spot near bottom edge, offsetting to title page (caused by frontispiece) , small heavily rubbed spot rear pastedown exposing board beneath near middle of spine; Vol. II: minor wear head/foot of spine, spine darkened, but overall a sound set. ; 4to, green cloth with black lettering front covers and spines. Vol. I: frontispiece, 309pp. Vol. II: 333pp. , appendixes, list of illustrations to Vol. II. Translated from the Italian of Benedetto Croce; Now edited with a Preface, Notes and Appendixes by N. M. Penzer; With a Frontispiece, twelve reproductions of title-pages and other illustrations, together with a contemporary plan of the City of Naples In Two Volumes. …

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Undated (presumably 1920s?) Navarre Society edition of dialogues by the Second Century Hellenic satirist. Translated by William Tooke with notes and an introduction by the editor N.M. Penzer and illustrated with an original series of drawings by Blanche. This edition is printed on Basingwerk Parchment and is limited to two thousand copies. This copy is in very good condition. Minimal wear to the green-blue cloth boards. Interior is clean and unmarked with a tight, solid binding. Dust jacket is good to very good. Only the faintest edge wear but a touch of loss to the head of the spine. Now wrapped in plastic jacket protector. A very handsome copy of a scarce book. Due to the size and weight of this book, additional shipping charges may be required depending on the destination. Blanch (illustrator).…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 10 Volume Set. Limited Edition of 1500 sets. This set is unnumbered. Bound in dark brown cloth with gilt lettering and designs, top page edges are gilt, blue and gold endpapers and inside covers. Shelfwear: light scuffing on covers, light foxing on first and last few page leafs and page edges of each volume. Volumes are tightly bound, no marks. Set is in Very Good condition.…

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No jacket. First American edition, printed from the plates of the first English. Foxing along fore edge and a number of pages.

Hard Cover. Condition: Near Fine. No Jacket. First Edition. Includes Early Days in Sind; Guide-Book to Mecca; A Trip to Harar; Notes on Scalping; A Day Amongst the Fans; Notes on the Dahoman; Chapters from Travels; Notes on Rome; Spiritualism in Eastern Lands; and Giovanni Battista Belzoni. CONDITION Red verticle ribbed cloth with crisp gilt title (clean and unworn) 240 pages. Untrimmed edges, copy is very bright and crisp with atmospheric spotting to pages at ends. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. …

Condition: Sehr gut. Original half vellum binding, lx, 381 pages, frontispiece in colour, large folding map (at one fold strengthened with small cloth tape), 10 sketch maps, binding a bit dusty, very good condition. From the library of Ricardo Caminos (with small name stamp). Limited to 1050 numbered copies, this no. 598. Sprache: Englisch Gewicht in Gramm: 1665.…

Hardcover. Half-japon vellum casebound book with a white spine and a yellow cover with a small red and gilt design. Gilt text on the spine. The page edges are deckled. lx, 381 pages; color frontspiece; foldout map. Hand-numbered 395 of 1050 copies made of Japon Vellum. "This edition [.] is the sixth publication of the Argonaut Press and is limited to 1050 copies on Japon vellum, numbered 1 to 1050. The original woodcut appearing on the title-page is by William Monk, R.E. The volume has been printed by Walter Lewis, M.A., at the University Press, Cambridge, in the year 1929. This copy is number 395." VG: Smudges and marks to the boards, with a large one on the spine. Plate on the front free end page. Clean body pages and solid binding.…

Cloth. Condition: Very Good Indeed. A very good pair of volumes comprising this modern translation of seventeenth-century Neapolitan fairy tale collection by Italian poet Giambattista Basile in the publisher's original cloth. The first edition thus, translated from the original Italian of Benedetto Croce, in the publisher's original cloth. Complete in two volumes.Illustrated with a portrait frontispiece in volume one, twelve reproductions of title pages from earlier editions and other illustrations as well as a contemporary plan of the City of Naples. English translation of Lo Cunto de li Cunti, or Il Pentamerone (1634) and written in the 'archaic and difficult local dialect' - Neapolitan.Edited with a preface, notes and appendixes by N. M. Penzer.The Pentamerone, subtitled 'Lo cunto de li cunti', is a seventeenth-century Neapolitan fairy tale collection by Italian poet and courtier Giambattista Basile. In the publisher's original cloth. Externally, very smart with slight shelf wear to the extremities and joints. Minor bumping to spine head and tail. Fading to extremities of boards and spines in particular. The odd handling mark to the boards of vol I. Internally, firmly bound. Pages clean and bright. Fore edges roughly cut. Very Good Indeed. Not Stated (illustrator). book.…

Condition: very good. No. 265 of limited, numbered edition of 975 copies. [x] 235pp. Square quarto. 1/4 vellum; blue cloth covered boards, gilded embossed ornament to front board. Spine title stamped in gilt, stamped rules in same; some rubbing to spine at joints. Edges of boards somewhat darkened, some slight soiling to both, corners slightly bumped. Textblock fore and lower edges un-trimmed, slightly darkened; blue ribbon marker as issued. Illustrated title page; printed on Japon Vellum. A finely bound copy; beautifully realized. very good The first publication of the Argonaut Press; an account of Drake's voyage around the world. The limited edition, in addition to being printed on Japon vellum, also has an original woodcut illustration by British artist William Monk. This volume was later re-published as part of a 16 part set; both the original and the reprint are extremely scarce. …

Hard. Condition: Very Good. Very Good Minus. Now edited with a preface, notes and appendixes by N. M. Penzer. With aportrait frontispeice, 12 reproductions of title-pages and other illustrations, together with a contemporary plan of the city of naples in two volumes. Spines and edges of DJs discoloured, some light wear and chipping to DJs, else tidy. Apart from very light general wear to boards and foxing to endpapers, books in very good condition, pp excellent, plates clean and bright. Size: 4to.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 2nd Edition. Facsimile edn, The Library of Impostors, Volume II. Edited by N. M. Penzer, M.A., F.R.G.S., an independent scholar of oriental studies, complete with reproductions of the engravings, was published in 750 copies for England and the USA. LIMITED NUMBERED EDITION OF 750 COPIES. THIS VOLUME IS NOT NUMBERED. A very good copy with very sound binding of a very hard-to-find edition; royal 8vo blue/green cloth boards lightly rubbed and faded, top page edges gilt. NO PO marks, text very clean and tight, sunned spine, gilt spine titles faded, back cover sunned and traces of water droplets have discolored cloth, slt sunned to spine margin of front bds and halfinch black mark to lower fntcvr, traces of bookplate removal inside fntbds. Ow VG/ndj: xlviii+288pp, editor's preface, dedicatory to Henry, Bishop of London, The Preface, An account of the travels, appendix chxxix Description of Formosa, 16 photogravures, Exact facs reprint of the London 1704 edition. Xlviii+288pp, illus plates. PSALMANAAZAAR/Psalmanazar (ca. 1679 - 1763) claimed to be a native of Formosa who traveled to Europe, and published this Description in 1704. He hoodwinked the learned of his time by translating the Church of England Catechism into his self invented language. He was actually a Frenchman who became a friend of Samuel Johnson (who was suspected of being a co-author) and confessed his hoax in a later memoir.…

Hard cover. Condition: Very good. No jacket. 10 volumes, each with a protective vinyl cover. Reprint of the 2nd enlarged edition from 1928. Due to the weight of the set (25 lbs), an extra shipping charge will be required after purchase.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 2nd Edition. Facsimile edn, The Library of Impostors, Volume II. Edited by N. M. Penzer, M.A., F.R.G.S., an independent scholar of oriental studies, complete with reproductions of the engravings, was published in 750 copies for England and the USA. LIMITED NUMBERED EDITION OF 750 COPIES. THIS VOLUME IS NOT NUMBERED. A very good copy with very sound binding of a very hard-to-find edition; royal 8vo blue/green cloth boards lightly rubbed and faded, top page edges gilt. NO PO marks, text very clean and tight, sunned spine, gilt spine titles faded, back cover sunned and traces of water droplets have discolored cloth, slt sunned to spine margin of front bds and halfinch black mark to lower fntcvr, traces of bookplate removal inside fntbds. Ow VG/ndj: xlviii+288pp, editor s preface, dedicatory to Henry, Bishop of London, The Preface, An account of the travels, appendix chxxix Description of Formosa, 16 photogravures, Exact facs reprint of the London 1704 edition. Xlviii+288pp, illus plates. PSALMANAAZAAR/Psalmanazar (ca. 1679 - 1763) claimed to be a native of Formosa who traveled to Europe, and published this Description in 1704. He hoodwinked the learned of his time by translating the Church of England Catechism into his self invented language. He was actually a Frenchman who became a friend of Samuel Johnson (who was suspected of being a co-author) and confessed his hoax in a later memoir.…

Hardcover. This set limited to 1500 copies (this set is not numbered). Dark brown to black cloth with gilt decorations on cover and lettering on spine and top edge, blue and gold decorative endpapers, gold ribbon place markers. Corners are bumped and there is some discoloration to the covers, else in very good condition with texts clean and bindings sound / no dust jackets.…

Hardcover (Original Cloth). Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. #34/100 copies Slight foxing front/rear pages, but body of book mostly clean and unfoxed. Top edge gilt in good condition. Quantity Available: 1. Category: Travel; Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 24716. …

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. No Jacket. Limited Edition. Privately Printed for Subscribers Only by Chas. J. Sawyer 1924-1928, London, 1924. Hardcover. Condition: near fine Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket. First Thus. #1034 of 1500 copies printed, clean and unmarked some pages still uncut and unread brown cloth covered boards with gilt decoration and border on cover, stamped gilt titles to spine and stamped gilt emblem on back cover gold ribbed paper endpapers, gilt top edge, gold ribbon placemark.…

Tall hardback, approx 10.5 x 8 inches. Quarter bound in polished maroon morocco leather fine binding by ?Birdsall.? With maroon cloth to boards with gilt line edging. Raised banding and full gilt decorations to spine with gilt title lettering. Marbled endpapers and gilt top page edges. Original yellow cloth front cover with crest and vellum spine bound in at rear. In very good condition. Some rubbing to corners and raised bands and ends of spine. Bookplates to endpapers ?Oxwald James Finney,? and later ?Anthony J.H. De Boulay.? Binders stamp to endpaper. Inside pages all very clean and tight throughout. Edges uncut. Numbered at rear 290/1050. Else a very good clean and tight copy. 381pp. Illustrated with eleven maps including one large fold out. Modern edition of John Frampton?s transaltion of which only three copies are known. Polo travelled from Venice to China and his reports of that country were treated with scepticism on his return. Limited Numbered edition on Japon Paper, in later Leather Fine binding by Birdsall.…

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1923. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 340, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 340 340.…

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1923. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 346, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 346 346.…

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1923. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 356, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 356 356.…

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1923. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 362, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 362 362.…

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1923. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 376, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 376 376.…

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1923. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 378, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 378 378.…

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1923. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 378, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 378 378.…

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1923. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 400, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 400 400.…