Professor Lorento (15 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. 1st edition. Hardbound, no dust jacket. Previous owner's name on front fixed end page. Fading to boards. Pages are frail & brittle, otherwise good.

Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. 376pp. red cloth-covered boards imprinted with black and gilt. cover is worn at top/bottom of spine and corners. small black stain on front. paper is very brittle and yellowed. title page partially detached with small pieces missing. text unaffected. binding delicate, front matter loose, laid in; all pages present. no ink markings. Size: 12mo - over 6 3/4 in - 7 3/4 in tall. Year: 1878. …

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Arlington edition. 376pp., [5] advertisements in rear. Decorative blue cloth stamped in black and silver gilt. Delicate pages are age-toned, hinges cracked, spine title worn, spine ends and corners frayed, faint stain on cloth edges, thus a good only copy.

Full title: AMATEUR AMUSEMENTS. BY PROFESSOR LORENTO. INCLUDING ALMOST EVERY KIND OF PLAY AND SPORT SUITABLE FOR PARTIES AND PARLOR RECREATIONS, GIVING FULL DIRECTIONS HOW TO GET UP SHADOW PANTOMIMES, GALLANTY SHOWS, SHORT COMIC PLAYS WHICH ARE ALL FULLY ILLUSTRATED WITH CAPITAL PICTURES; ALSO, SHOWING HOW TO DO ALL KINDS OF CONJUROR'S & MAGICIAN'S TRICKS WITH ILLUSTRATIVE ENGRAVINGS. HUNDREDS OF CONUNDRUMS, PUZZLES, RIDDLES, AND INGENIOUS PROBLEMS. THE CHINESE WIZZARD'S WAY OF WORKING WONDERFUL FEATS, MAGIC AND PUZZLES, TO WHICH IS ADDED A FULL DESCRIPTION OF THE ELEGANT AND FASHIONABLE ENTERTAINMENT OF ACTING CHARADES, AND A CHOICE SELECTION OF TABLEAU VIVANTS, OR LIVING PICTURES. [2], i-iv, 7-376 pages. Hardcover: H 18.75cm x L 12.75cm. Original dark brown cloth mottled, spine ends bumped, spine's gilt stamped title block remains bright. Usual strong toning and some brittleness to interior leaves as is often the case with Hurst & Company publications as they rarely utilized quality paper in their production process. Several early leaves have creasing at fore-edges; some foxing to pages as well. Binding is still firm. A good copy of a quite uncommon book as OCLC cites copies at only seventeen member libraries. The book's "Magic and Conjuring" section runs from pages 177-287. Hurst issued this book with a number of different colored bindings of which there is no known priority. This copy is without Hurst's brief advertising section at rear as well as without their usual "Arlington Edition" statement upon the front cover and/or spine. Professor Lorento is most certainly a pseudonym but, so far, the author's true identity remains unknown. Hurst was primarily a reprint/pirate publisher and rarely issued original works so it is possible that the book is an amalgamation of material from varied sources. …

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Arlington edition on spine and cover. Cover is brown and black stripes with horse head with wings and curliques. Spine is same with silver in great condition, head and heel has bump over. Darkened pages with math problems on last page and back cover otherwise clean.

Condition: Fair. Blue cloth with black stamping on the front cover and spine. Illustrated, 376 pages. Chips to spine and pages with toning, fair condition.

Condition: good. Three quarter wine leather over wine boards, stamped with gilt on spine. Illustrated. Ex-libris J. H. Heman. Wear to spine, toning to pages and edges, good condition.

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1878 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set and contains approximately 48 pages. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: English.…

Leatherbound. Condition: NEW. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. Leatherbound edition. Condition: New. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. Pages: 388. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1878 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: English Pages: 388.…

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1878 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. Pages: 393 As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 393 Language: English.…

Softcover. Condition: New. Reprint. Language: English. Approximately 376 pages. English: Print-on-demand reprint. Original edition : 1878. Text in English. This work, originally published in 1878, offers a collection of amusements and pastimes for enthusiasts. It provides detailed instructions and insights into various recreational activities, reflecting the cultural and social interests of the late 19th century. The text is presented in its original form, preserving the historical context and language of the period. Book images are non-contractual. This item is printed on demand and ships from our printing partners' facility nearest the destination. These facilities are located mainly in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada.…

Softcover. Condition: New. Reprint. Language: English. Approximately 376 pages. Printed on premium paper. English : Print-on-demand reprint. Original edition : 1878. A collection of practical amusements, recreative experiments, and instructional entertainment designed for the amateur reader. The work reflects nineteenth-century popular interest in home experiments, diversions, curiosities, and accessible demonstrations intended for private study and recreation. It reflects nineteenth-century popular interest in home experiments, diversions, curiosities, and accessible demonstrations for private study and recreation. Book images are non-contractual. This item is printed on demand and ships from our printing partners' facility nearest the destination. These facilities are located mainly in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada.…

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 1878. 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: - 388, 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. 388 388.…

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 1878. 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: - 390, 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. 390 390.…