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  • Published by Hutchinson & Co. ca. 1940, London, New York, Melbourne, 1940

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    Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Covers have fading to the spine and, to a lesser extent, the edges. ; Approx. 5" wide by 7 3/8". ; 76 pages.

  • Language: English

    Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

    1331748801 / 9781331748809

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  • Published by Edward Arnold, 1933

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    Condition: Good. 1933. Reprint. 220 pages. No dust jacket. Paper covered boards with blue cloth to spine. Clean pages with mild tanning and visible foxing throughout. Tightly bound with faint thumb-marking throughout. Previous owner's inscription to front endpaper. Small hole to front hinge. Boards have light edgewear with corner crushing and mild marking to boards. Notable sunning to spine, which has mild crushing to ends. Mild scuffing to edges. Moderate water stains to front joint.…

  • Language: English

    Published by Tradd Street Press, 2026

    1025611780 / 9781025611785

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  • Published by Constable & Co. Ltd., 1923

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    Condition: Fair. 1923. No Edition Remarks. 82 pages. No dust jacket. Patterned paper covered boards with blue cloth to spine. Front free endpaper cut out. Pages and binding are presentable with common faults. Text is legible throughout. Some issues present such as cracking, inscriptions, inserts, moderate foxing, tanning and thumb marking. Binding remains firm. Boards have noticeable shelf wear with rubbing and corner bumping. Moderate tanning and marking. …

  • Published by Edward Arnold & Co, 1930

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    Condition: Good. 1930. First Edition. 220 pages. No dust jacket. Blue cloth. Clean pages with light tanning throughout. Tightly bound with mild thumb-marking throughout. Pencil inscription to front endpaper. Boards have light edgewear with corner crushing and mild marking to boards. Heavy tanning to board edges and spine, which has mild crushing to ends. Book has forward lean.…

  • Language: English

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    1331748801 / 9781331748809

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  • Published by G. Bell & Sons, 1924

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    Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. First Edition. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" Text in Greek with notes in English. Very good copy in original orange cloth stampe`d in black.

  • Language: English

    Published by Constable & Company Ltd., London, 1923

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    Qtr Cloth and Patterned Boards. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. pp. viii, 82 + 4 (pubs. ads.) Edges untrimmed. Presentation inscription "from the author's parents, April 1928". A little rubbed at extremities & some foxing within.

  • Language: English

    Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

    0483866709 / 9780483866706

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  • Language: English

    Published by B. Bell, 1924

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    Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Brown cloth with embossed bell design, title in black. Colour bright, minimal wear. Small previous owner's name marking on inside of front board, text (Greeek with comments in English) very clean.

  • Language: English

    Published by Tradd Street Press, 2026

    1025608011 / 9781025608013

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  • Language: English

    Published by London Erskine Macdonald Ltd First Edition March, 1918

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    Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 19.5cm x 13cm [Small 8vo], vi, 64pp, inscribed on front endpaper in ink 'from A.L.L. Christmas 1924'. Plain Boards in Good/Very Good condition. No Dust Jacket. Percy Hugh Beverley Lyon M.C. 6th Battalion The Durham Light Infantry.

  • Published by William Heinemann, London, 1920

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    With an Introduction by John Masefield. 64 pp. 12mo, publisher's printed boards in plain flimsy wrapper. First edition. Fine. Top of wrapper's backstrip removed to expose title lettering; light soiling and use.

  • Language: English

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  • Language: English

    Published by Tradd Street Press, 2026

    1025611780 / 9781025611785

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  • Published by Edward Arnold, 1933

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    hardcover. Condition: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned. A good condition book. A slightly earlier reprint in handsome blue marbled boards.…

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    Hardcover. Condition: Good. Reprint 1931.

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    Published by Edward Arnold, London, 1933

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    Hardcover. Condition: Nr. Very Good. No Jacket. Inscribed by the author. Covers have light edge wear. Inscribed by Author(s).

  • Published by Edward Arnold, 1931

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    Hardcover. Condition: Good. 1931 edition on fadeded and rather grubby green cloth.

  • Published by London: Edward Arnold, 1935., 1935

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    Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Reprinted hard cover book in good- condition. No dust jacket. Fading to all edges of boards and to spine. Rolled. Inscription on front free endpaper. Pages lightly tanned. 12mo. 220pp.

  • Published by Constable and Company Limited, London, 1923

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    Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. Very good book in blue cloth backed board with blue patterned covers.Externally some folds to cloth at spine ends and minor shelf wear to edges. Internally pages have hand cut uneven edges and there is foxing marks throughout. Contains enclosures of letter SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR, obituary from OR newsletter, page of Old Rugbeian Reunion July 6th 7th 1946 song or poem plus other items.…

  • Language: English

    Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

    1331748801 / 9781331748809

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    Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book of verse encapsulates the complex range of human experiences and emotions that arose during World War I. The author, a soldier himself, provides an insider's perspective on the realities of life on the front lines and the deep psychological impact of war. Through vivid imagery and rich language, the poems explore themes of love, loss, courage, and the enduring power of the human spirit in the face of adversity. The book offers a poignant and deeply moving tribute to the sacri ces made by those who fought in the Great War and stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of their experiences. 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.…

  • Language: English

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    1025611780 / 9781025611785

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    Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - 'The Discovery of Poetry' is an illuminating guide designed to introduce readers to the profound beauty and intricate craft of poetic expression. Written by P. H. B. Lyon, this classic work serves as an essential companion for those seeking to unlock the secrets of verse, offering a clear and engaging exploration of how poetry functions and why it remains a vital human art form.The book delves into the fundamental elements of poetry, including rhythm, rhyme, imagery, and form, while encouraging readers to look beyond technical definitions to find the emotional truth and imaginative power within the lines. Lyon provides insightful analysis of various poetic styles and techniques, using illustrative examples to demonstrate how poets weave language into evocative experiences. Whether examining the structure of a sonnet or the evocative strength of a simple metaphor, the text emphasizes the joy of discovery that comes with active, deep reading.As both a pedagogical tool and a heartfelt literary appreciation, 'The Discovery of Poetry' remains a valuable resource for students, teachers, and any lover of literature. It champions the idea that poetry is not an inaccessible or academic subject, but a living medium that resonates with the human spirit through the music of words.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.…

  • Published by Erskine Macdonald, London, 1918

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    Hardcover. Condition: VG. First Edition. Bound in brown boards. Author's first book. Light wear except for loss of half inch at spine head. 64 pp.

  • Published by Constable, 1933

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    Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. The boards are slightly mmarked and edgeworn. One inscription and a signature. Some tanning and foxing. Soundly bound. Our orders are shipped using tracked courier delivery services.

  • Language: English

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    1025608011 / 9781025608013

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    Buch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - 'The Discovery of Poetry' is an illuminating guide designed to introduce readers to the profound beauty and intricate craft of poetic expression. Written by P. H. B. Lyon, this classic work serves as an essential companion for those seeking to unlock the secrets of verse, offering a clear and engaging exploration of how poetry functions and why it remains a vital human art form.The book delves into the fundamental elements of poetry, including rhythm, rhyme, imagery, and form, while encouraging readers to look beyond technical definitions to find the emotional truth and imaginative power within the lines. Lyon provides insightful analysis of various poetic styles and techniques, using illustrative examples to demonstrate how poets weave language into evocative experiences. Whether examining the structure of a sonnet or the evocative strength of a simple metaphor, the text emphasizes the joy of discovery that comes with active, deep reading.As both a pedagogical tool and a heartfelt literary appreciation, 'The Discovery of Poetry' remains a valuable resource for students, teachers, and any lover of literature. It champions the idea that poetry is not an inaccessible or academic subject, but a living medium that resonates with the human spirit through the music of words.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.…

  • Published by Erskine Macdonald, London, 1918

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    Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. First Edition. Covers have some light marks. Owner's address stamp.

  • Language: English

    Published by Forgotten Books, 2017

    0243489609 / 9780243489602

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    Condition: Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.

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    Published by Constable, London, 1923

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    Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Tight clean copy. Blue grey patterned covers with quarter blue cloth spine. Blue lettering to spine in white background. Shows slight signs f shelf wear including slight scuffing to edges and slight darkening to spine. Internally clean, bright and tightly bound. Wrapped in tissue, bubble wrap and inserted into jiffy bag. Posted daily from UK, first class within UK and airmail world-wide.…