Robbins Charles L (62 results)

Paperback. Condition: New. Step right up to see the enchanted Ferris wheel whose magical gifts are to die for! Marvel at the man-eating menagerie and dreadful secrets of 'Satan's Circus'! Behold the nightmare waxworks of Mrs. Groby's Chamber of Horrors!Carnivals and sideshows are settings closely entwined with the history of horror cinema, but in the realms of literature, there is a strain of uncanny fairground fiction with even deeper roots. Home to a sinister troupe of conjurers, puppeteers, beast tamers and crowds baying for blood beneath the Big Top, the performance spaces of these classic weird tales are borderlands where the unearthly meets the darker cravings of the human heart.Presenting sixteen sensational short stories, hailing from Edgar Allan Poe's 1840s through to Robert Aickman's 1960s, Edward Parnell invites you to enjoy a cavalcade of uneasy thrills courtesy of Gerald Kersh, Ray Bradbury, Margery Lawrence and many more.…

Paperback. Condition: New. Step right up to see the enchanted Ferris wheel whose magical gifts are to die for! Marvel at the man-eating menagerie and dreadful secrets of 'Satan's Circus'! Behold the nightmare waxworks of Mrs. Groby's Chamber of Horrors!Carnivals and sideshows are settings closely entwined with the history of horror cinema, but in the realms of literature, there is a strain of uncanny fairground fiction with even deeper roots. Home to a sinister troupe of conjurers, puppeteers, beast tamers and crowds baying for blood beneath the Big Top, the performance spaces of these classic weird tales are borderlands where the unearthly meets the darker cravings of the human heart.Presenting sixteen sensational short stories, hailing from Edgar Allan Poe's 1840s through to Robert Aickman's 1960s, Edward Parnell invites you to enjoy a cavalcade of uneasy thrills courtesy of Gerald Kersh, Ray Bradbury, Margery Lawrence and many more.…

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. 1st Ed. HC. pp. Dk blue cloth stamped in black. 100pp's. School stamp on ffep else G+ wi/light-mod. roll/crnr wear/bumping & several inner leaves wi/a few small/mostly closed edge tears (in margins only). .

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

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

Wrappers. 47pp. Saddle stapled binding. Good. (moderate cover soil, occasional light foxing along a few margins else text is clean/binding sound, booklet very slightly creased vertically).

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

Hard Cover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Binding a bit shaken, corners a bit rubbed, text clean and unmarked. 1924 Hard Cover. 152, [1] pp. Black-and-white diagrams and illustrations throughout. A guide to the construction of numerous vehicles and mechanisms, including kites, electric cars, sleds, and canoes. …

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Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Revised Edition. Some soiling and age spotting to front and back end papers and inner front and back covers, stamp on inner front cover, cover has some soiling and staining. Book.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 126 pages. Clean hardback. No dust jacket. Teachers in Germany in the Sixteenth Century: Conditions in Protestant Elementary and Secondary Schools (AMS 1972 reprint of 1912 edition ).

Softcover. Condition: Near Fine. Magazine. Octavo. 48pp. Stapled wrappers. Spotting on the spine with light edgewear, near fine. Contributors include Margaret Secrist, Neville C. Johnson, Ilmars Uldis Purens, Herb Barrett, Laurence McCarty, Emilie Glen, Margaret Gibson, Marten Robbins, John Burnett Payne, Thomas Kretz, William Battrick, R.L. Tyler, Dolores Stewart Anderson, Lynn Strongin, Michael DeVitis, R.L. Walford, Leonard Opalov, George Flynn, Ted Sandler, Anthony Edkins, Pat Kennedy Brehm, S.L. Friedman, Jerene Cline, Douglas Barbour, Vaughn L. Duhamel, Tracy Thompson, Len Dickey, Charles Shaw, Leslie Woolf Heley, Peter Thomas, George Gott, Carole Simonsen, Dorothy Dalton, Madeline Bass, R.L. Cook, D.J. Coombs, Forrest Anderson, Joseph Semenovich, Jess Perlman, Morris Kirschstein, L. Radsliff, Naomi Grady, Bill Meissner, L.W. Michaelson, and A. Spencer Schwartz.…

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

Softcover. Condition: Good Plus. First Edition. [ART]. Ed. Margy P. Sharpe. Contributors: Charles W. Millard, J. Carter Brown, Richard L. Feigen, Warren M. Robbins, et al. "The Collection of Mr. and Mrs. David Lloyd Kreeger [Signed, Inscribed by Kreegers]." Washington DC: Hirshhorn Museum. Printed by W. M. Brown and Son in Richmond, VA, 1976. Signed and inscribed in ink on title page by the collectors: [For Mildred and Ben - With Warmest Regards - Carmen and Dave]. First edition. English language. Softcover with tan card wrappers with gold titling and illustration on front. Nonfiction art history exhibition catalog with critical text, introductions, and reproductions of artwork in black-and-white and full-color, with didactic information for each piece. 10 x 8 inches. 35 oz. 304 pp. Sticker residue on front wrapper. Shelf-wear. Gift inscription in ink on title page. Toning. Glue visible near hinges. Text clean. Good Plus. No ISBN. ASIN: B000I9WET8. "The story of the Kreeger Collection begins with the intensely personal vision of David Lloyd Kreeger and his wife, Carmen. David Kreeger (1909-1990) was far more than just a successful businessman, he was a true Renaissance man, a lawyer, an insurance executive, and a profound lover of music and art. Born in Highland Park, New Jersey, Kreeger?s journey eventually led him to Washington DC, where he rose to prominence as chairman of Government Employees Insurance Company (GEICO). Yet, his true passion lay outside the corporate boardroom, in the world of classical music, where he was a gifted amateur violinist, and in the captivating realm of modern art. Alongside Carmen Kreeger, his partner in life and in collecting, David embarked on a remarkable journey to assemble a collection that was both eclectic and deeply discerning. Their collecting philosophy was not driven by trends or investment potential, but by a genuine, heartfelt connection to the art itself. They sought pieces that spoke to them on an emotional and intellectual level, leading them to acquire works across various movements and cultures, unified by an underlying thread of artistic excellence and innovation. They didn?t just buy art; they lived with it, each piece thoughtfully integrated into their daily lives within their custom-built home.". Signed and Inscribed.…

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Condition: Good. Signed Copy First edition copy. . Good dust jacket. Signed by author on front endpage. (Maryland, Harford County, pictorial works).

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

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

Paperback. Condition: New. Step right up to see the enchanted Ferris wheel whose magical gifts are to die for! Marvel at the man-eating menagerie and dreadful secrets of 'Satan's Circus'! Behold the nightmare waxworks of Mrs. Groby's Chamber of Horrors!Carnivals and sideshows are settings closely entwined with the history of horror cinema, but in the realms of literature, there is a strain of uncanny fairground fiction with even deeper roots. Home to a sinister troupe of conjurers, puppeteers, beast tamers and crowds baying for blood beneath the Big Top, the performance spaces of these classic weird tales are borderlands where the unearthly meets the darker cravings of the human heart.Presenting sixteen sensational short stories, hailing from Edgar Allan Poe's 1840s through to Robert Aickman's 1960s, Edward Parnell invites you to enjoy a cavalcade of uneasy thrills courtesy of Gerald Kersh, Ray Bradbury, Margery Lawrence and many more.…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the evolution of class recitations within educational settings, particularly focusing on the shift towards the 'socialized recitation' method. The author argues that a traditional, individualized approach to recitations fails to foster social and intellectual growth, as well as neglecting the democratic values of cooperation and equality in the classroom. In contrast, the socialized recitation method promotes a stimulating environment where pupils engage in satisfying activities, develop essential character traits, and prepare for wider social participation. The book provides practical guidance on organizing and implementing socialized recitations, emphasizing the importance of adaptability, simplicity, spontaneity, and opportunities for cooperation. Through case studies and detailed analysis, the author demonstrates how this approach can enhance student engagement, cultivate higher-order thinking skills, and foster a genuine sense of community within the classroom, ultimately transforming education into a more dynamic and inclusive experience. 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.…

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good Plus. 1st Edition. First Printing as confirmed by McBride. Each story has a black and white illustration. Book is free of internal marking, spine is tight, boards rigid and tips are pointed. Jacket is NOT price clipped but has slight frey and fold on some edges especially at spine ends. Looks quite slick in a shiny new plastic cover. Shipping box is suitable for wrapping with a non-price listed purchase order inside along with biodegradable packing. Charles Geer (illustrator).…

N.p. (1973). Photos, 10 x 8", cloth, unpaged, light wear else ok in edge- frayed & chipped dw. SIGNED BY BOTH AUTHORS.

Buch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - 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 will 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.…

Gebunden. Condition: New. KlappentextThis 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 w.

Paperback. Condition: New. Step right up to see the enchanted Ferris wheel whose magical gifts are to die for! Marvel at the man-eating menagerie and dreadful secrets of 'Satan's Circus'! Behold the nightmare waxworks of Mrs. Groby's Chamber of Horrors!Carnivals and sideshows are settings closely entwined with the history of horror cinema, but in the realms of literature, there is a strain of uncanny fairground fiction with even deeper roots. Home to a sinister troupe of conjurers, puppeteers, beast tamers and crowds baying for blood beneath the Big Top, the performance spaces of these classic weird tales are borderlands where the unearthly meets the darker cravings of the human heart.Presenting sixteen sensational short stories, hailing from Edgar Allan Poe's 1840s through to Robert Aickman's 1960s, Edward Parnell invites you to enjoy a cavalcade of uneasy thrills courtesy of Gerald Kersh, Ray Bradbury, Margery Lawrence and many more.…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores how the concept of the school as a social institution evolved over centuries, tracing its progression from a tool for religious control to a force for social change. The author argues that the idea of using schools for public good emerged alongside democratic movements, and that these institutions currently serve a crucial role in shaping national identity and guiding citizens towards social responsibility. This book provides insights into how schools can be used to advance society, promoting social justice, economic prosperity, and civic engagement. The author highlights the importance of education as a means to create a better future, emphasizing the critical role that schools play in shaping the lives of individuals and the fabric of society. 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: Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 502 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.