Robert B Beath (60 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Good+. Limited Edition. See photos for condition details. Hardcover, limited addition of 475 copies of which this is number 322. Green cloth boards with gilt text on spine. Exterior shows spotting and some soiling, spine is faded due to sunning. Internal binding is good at boards and text pages are tight for the most part, though there is a thin line of webbing showing at page 145. No signatures or bookplates, no library markings present. Pages are toned due to age and minor foxing is noted.

Hard Cover. Condition: Reading copy only. Limited Edition. Cover spotted, soiled and worn. 180 pages. Some page edges joined ( unopened). Limited to 400 copies.

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

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

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Limited. Local history. Limited edition, 400 copies not numbered. Green cloth covers rubbed, corners and spine ends lightly bumped, spine tanned, ends frayed. Interior clean, hinges cracked and shaken, frontis loose and chipped, pages toned. Scarce, priced for condition.

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

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

Hardcover. Condition: Poor. Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket. Third Edition. Poor condition. Binding soiled, with wear at spine extremities and corners. Shaken. Several pages loose, but all present. Top corner of rear flyleaf torn off. Some edgewear at fore-edge of loose pages. Else pages clean. ; AKH13D.

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

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

Cloth. Condition: Poor. No Jacket. First Edition. scuffed cover , damp marks stain to top page edges title page , hinge cracked, frontispiece loose , nikcs to spine ends.

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

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

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

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: New. In.

Paperback. Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Salesman's Sample. Dark blue cloth, lettered/illus. in gilt and black, bevelled edges. Salesman's sample, with two leather binding variants mounted inside front cover, cloth binding option mounted inside back cover. Front flyleaf toned and brittle, with several closed tears mended on verso with archival tape and two areas of loss. Former owner's address inscription on front blank following flyleaf, two entries written in rear order blanks. Corners rubbed with mild exposure, mild rubbing to back cover, spine panel cloth a bit darkened by age. Scarce as such. Size: 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. Book.

Condition: New.

hardcover. Condition: very good. no jacket. 7 x 9 3/4 " 702 pages. with an introduction by General Lucius Fairchild. previous owner's name stamp on second white page. on first white page is thin card stock approx. 4 x 4" piece glued onto page so as to make a homemade pocket for a card or something. rear cover shows rubbing and smudges. shipping will be extra for this heavy book, please inquire.

Cloth. Condition: Good. Liimited Edition. Limited edition 1/400 copies, Volume II, 1749-1913, 179 + 1pp., bound in green cloth, spine lettered in gilt, spine slightly faded and rubbed, nicely illustrated, a nice copy.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a comprehensive account of the 33rd National Encampment of the Grand Army of the Republic, held in Philadelphia from September 4-9, 1899. The event honored veterans of the Civil War and their families, with related organizations also holding reunions during the week. Lavish parades and a grand naval display on the Delaware River were central to the festivities. This book offers a glimpse into the lives of Civil War veterans as they reflected on the service and sacrifice of their generation. 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: Good. No Jacket. Limited. Local history. Limited edition, #346 of 475 copies. Green cloth covers rubbed, corners and spine ends lightlybumped, spine tanned. Interior clean and tight, pages toned. Solid copy.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This collection of rulings and decisions by the Judge Advocates General of the Grand Army of the Republic offers a profound dive into the formative years of this fraternal organization, established by Union veterans of the American Civil War. Through this compilation, readers are given insight into the shaping of the organization's regulations, the establishment of its rituals, and the precedents that would guide its conduct and philosophy. The rulings explore ethical questions of membership eligibility, the parameters of discipline for misconduct, and the proper forms of address and decorum within the organization. The decisions presented here not only provide a historical record but also illuminate the values and principles that came to define the Grand Army of the Republic, capturing the spirit of camaraderie, loyalty, and patriotism that animated its members. 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 delves into the rich history of a prominent fraternal organization, the St. Andrew's Society of Philadelphia, tracing its origins back to its founding in 1749. The author meticulously chronicles the Society's early years, providing insights into its founding principles, charitable endeavors, and the prominent figures who shaped its course. The book offers a glimpse into the social and political landscape of colonial Philadelphia, highlighting the Society's role in the lives of Scottish immigrants, who were a significant presence in the city's early development. The narrative further sheds light on the Society's activities during the American Revolution, revealing how its members navigated the tumultuous period of independence and the complexities of loyalty. Through a detailed examination of meeting minutes, membership lists, and financial records, the author reconstructs the Society's evolution, detailing its charitable work, its changing membership, and its evolving mission in the face of a nation in transition. The book provides a fascinating account of the Society's contribution to the cultural and social fabric of Philadelphia, showcasing its enduring commitment to its founding principles of charity, fellowship, and Scottish heritage. 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: Very Good. Beath, Robert B. : History of the Grand Army of the Republic. Introduction by Gen. Lucius Fairchild. New York : Bryan, Taylor & Co, 1889. (Copyright date 1888, but printed 1889 or slightly later: see reference to events in 1889, pp 697-700, e.g.) Size is octavo (8vo), 9.125"/23cm h. Mid-twentieth century rebinding in burnt orange cloth, gilt lettering to spine. Plain white endpapers. [Xvi] pp prelim material, 720 numbered pp, [2] blank; many color and b&w plates inserted, unpaginated. Condition notes: An excellent, unmarked copy, rebound. Light tanning to interior. Quality rebinding holding up very well. History of the Union veterans? organization from the period of its peak membership. **Please note: this is a large, heavy volume, which will likely require additional postage over standard. Please inquire prior to placing your order.**We personally inspect every book we offer.

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. First Edition. Poor condition. Internal binding shot, first gathering of pages detached at front gutter, rear gutter almost detached also. Sold with all faults. Bound in publisher's blue, pictorial cloth. xv, 702 pages : frontispiece, illustrations, plates (some color and folded), portraits, facsimile ; 25 cm.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good -. No Jacket. Large 8vo. Blue cloth with gilt and black cover pictorial. Front hinge slightly shaken but not cracked, rear hinge cracked but still holding, small spit in spine cloth at heel, light rubbing at extremities. Contents clean and bright with no marks or inscriptions. Heavy/oversize book may require additional postage. PayPal accepted.