S K Hocking (40 results)

Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. Her Benny. Book.

Paperback. Condition: New. First published in 1879, Her Benny by Silas K. Hocking quickly became one of the most widely read novels of the Victorian era. It tells the moving story of Benny Bates, a poor boy in the streets of Liverpool, who struggles against poverty, loss, and hardship yet finds strength in faith, kindness, and the love of his devoted sister Nelly.Hocking's story captured the hearts of late-Victorian readers with its vivid portrayal of working-class life and its central message of hope rising out of despair. For decades, Her Benny was a favourite in Sunday schools, youth groups, and homes across Britain. Yet like many Victorian classics, the language, structure, and typesetting of older editions can make the text challenging for modern readers.This KMCS Publishing edition reintroduces Her Benny for the twenty-first century. The novel itself remains in the public domain, but this release has been carefully modernised and enhanced to make the story accessible to today's audience while staying faithful to Hocking's intent.What makes this edition distinctive:·       ? A carefully proof-read and modernised text, smoothing Victorian phrasing for contemporary readers.·       ? Professional 5×8? formatting, designed for readability with clear chapter divisions and attractive cream-paper layout.·       ? A thoughtful new introduction that reflects on the enduring themes of poverty, faith, social justice, and resilience.·       ? A striking new cover design, exclusive to KMCS Publishing, which captures both the period atmosphere and modern appeal.About the story:Benny Bates is just a child when tragedy strikes. Orphaned and forced to survive in the unforgiving streets of Liverpool, Benny is sustained only by the loyalty of his sister Nelly. Together they face hunger, loss, and the grinding indifference of a city that offers little mercy to the poor. Yet Benny's courage, honesty, and determination gradually win him friendships and opportunities, leading him on a path from hardship to hope.Hocking weaves into Benny's tale the struggles of countless Victorian children - the neglected, the exploited, the forgotten - while at the same time offering a narrative of redemption and faith. The novel's mix of social realism and Christian morality touched a deep chord in its original audience, making it one of the best-selling works of its time.Why read Her Benny today?Though written nearly 150 years ago, the themes of Her Benny remain strikingly relevant. Questions of poverty, child welfare, social inequality, and the power of faith and kindness are as important today as they were in Victorian Liverpool. Readers who enjoy stories of resilience against impossible odds - or who wish to understand how fiction shaped social awareness in nineteenth-century Britain - will find Her Benny both moving and inspiring.This edition offers students, teachers, book clubs, and general readers the chance to encounter the story without the barriers that sometimes come with older, unedited reprin.…

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

Condition: New.

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

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 161 pages. 5.00x0.41x8.00 inches. In Stock.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Picture of two men on front cover in gold colour, boards light purple.school prize. Gordon Broiwne (illustrator).

Condition: Poor. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In poor condition, suitable as a reading copy. No dust jacket. No publication date, possible pre 1900. Octavo, bound in brown cloth, gilt lettering on backstrip and front cover, decorative gilt front cover. Page edges are gilt. Front cover is split down the middle. Decorative end papers, Binding is split on the inside. Pages are foxed, text is clear. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,500grams, ISBN.…

Decorative Hard Cover. Condition: Good. First Edition. Brown Decorative Hard Cover. Spine ends rubbed, corners slightly bumped. Spine slightly darkened. Quite afew finger marks the first few pages. Light foxing throughout. 374pp. W.S.Stacey. (illustrator).

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Frederick Warne & Co early undated illustrated edition. Pages clean and bright, minor foxing, inscription of first page, minor shelf wear to cover. NEW EU 3 EURO CHARGE FOR IMPORTS IS INCLUDED IN OUR SHIPPING PRICE. ALL ITEMS ARE DISPATCHED FROM THE UK, ALL OVERSEAS ORDERS SENT BY TRACKABLE AIR MAIL. IF YOU ARE LOCATED OUTSIDE THE UK PLEASE ASK US FOR A POSTAGE QUOTE FOR MULTI VOLUME SETS BEFORE ORDERING.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. A New Edition. J Miller (illustrator).

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good +. No Jacket. Vg clean firm interior with f/p and tissue-guard, plus 3 further b&w plates; minor age/foxing mark to join of p.298 otherwise a clean firm interior; neat inscription to front e/paper; boards are tightly-bound with clear bright lettering and decorations, nice condition overall for the age just a hint of spine-lean./. GORDON BROWNE (illustrator).…

Hardback with attractive illustration by T M Hemy inc black & white frontis with (incomplete) tissue guard. Blue decorated cloth, gilt & black deign of sailors & floral design on rear & spine. Gilt titles. Minor edge / corner wear. Generally Good.

Decorative Boards. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. all edges gilt. W.S. Stacey (illustrator).

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 2nd Edition. Previous owner's discreet name-plate to front of book. Boards are a bit rubbed and shelfworn. Some foxing, otherwise clean internally.Spine is a bit faded.The binding is tight. The page edges are a bit soiled. Our orders are shipped using tracked courier delivery services.…

First Edition. REEDYFORD, Warne, N.d. ( ca. 1905 ), first edition, a near vg copy in wonderfully decorated cloth. Uncommon.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. First published in 1879, Her Benny by Silas K. Hocking quickly became one of the most widely read novels of the Victorian era. It tells the moving story of Benny Bates, a poor boy in the streets of Liverpool, who struggles against poverty, loss, and hardship yet finds strength in faith, kindness, and the love of his devoted sister Nelly.Hockings story captured the hearts of late-Victorian readers with its vivid portrayal of working-class life and its central message of hope rising out of despair. For decades, Her Benny was a favourite in Sunday schools, youth groups, and homes across Britain. Yet like many Victorian classics, the language, structure, and typesetting of older editions can make the text challenging for modern readers.This KMCS Publishing edition reintroduces Her Benny for the twenty-first century. The novel itself remains in the public domain, but this release has been carefully modernised and enhanced to make the story accessible to todays audience while staying faithful to Hockings intent.What makes this edition distinctive: A carefully proof-read and modernised text, smoothing Victorian phrasing for contemporary readers. Professional 58 formatting, designed for readability with clear chapter divisions and attractive cream-paper layout. A thoughtful new introduction that reflects on the enduring themes of poverty, faith, social justice, and resilience. A striking new cover design, exclusive to KMCS Publishing, which captures both the period atmosphere and modern appeal.About the story:Benny Bates is just a child when tragedy strikes. Orphaned and forced to survive in the unforgiving streets of Liverpool, Benny is sustained only by the loyalty of his sister Nelly. Together they face hunger, loss, and the grinding indifference of a city that offers little mercy to the poor. Yet Bennys courage, honesty, and determination gradually win him friendships and opportunities, leading him on a path from hardship to hope.Hocking weaves into Bennys tale the struggles of countless Victorian children the neglected, the exploited, the forgotten while at the same time offering a narrative of redemption and faith. The novels mix of social realism and Christian morality touched a deep chord in its original audience, making it one of the best-selling works of its time.Why read Her Benny today?Though written nearly 150 years ago, the themes of Her Benny remain strikingly relevant. Questions of poverty, child welfare, social inequality, and the power of faith and kindness are as important today as they were in Victorian Liverpool. Readers who enjoy stories of resilience against impossible odds or who wish to understand how fiction shaped social awareness in nineteenth-century Britain will find Her Benny both moving and inspiring.This edition offers students, teachers, book clubs, and general readers the chance to encounter the story without the barriers that sometimes come with older, unedited reprints. It is equally suited to those discovering Hocking for the first time and to those who read the book in childhood and want to return to its pages with fresh eyes.About this edition: Author: Silas K. Hocking Modernised and republished by S A Carmody (KMCS Publishing) First published: 1879 (public domain text) This edition (c) 2025 KMCS PublishingBy bringing Her Benny back in a modern, beautifully designed format, KMCS Publishing aims to preserve its legacy while ensuring new generations can read, enjoy, and be inspired by Bennys journey of courage, compassion, and hope.</ Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

First Edition. Prize label on front paste-down. Very good copy in the original gilt-blocked cloth. Spine bands and panel edges slightly dust-toned and rubbed as with age. Some wear to spine. Remains particularly well-preserved overall. Physical description: 192p., [4] leaves of plates : 4 ill. ; 22cm. Notes: Suggested date of publication. Subjects: English fiction. 1 Kg. …

First Edition. Prize label on front paste-down. Very good copy in the original gilt-blocked cloth. Spine bands and panel edges slightly dust-toned and rubbed as with age. Some wear to spine. Remains particularly well-preserved overall. Physical description: 192p., [4] leaves of plates : 4 ill. ; 22cm. Notes: Suggested date of publication. Subjects: English fiction. 1 Kg. …

Hardback. Condition: GOOD. No Dust Jacket. BROWN BOARDS. GOLD LETTERING EMBOSSED BLACK AND GOLD DECORATIONS , NAME PLATE , AGED. LANCELOT SPEED (illustrator).

Hardcover. Condition: Good. A good condition copy for age, C. 1880. Owners name written in pencil on the front end paper. A clean and bright copy of 342pp and 6 plates.

Hardback. Condition: GOOD. No Dust Jacket. WITH ORIGINAL ILLUSTRATIONS, FOXED TANNED, AGED, BLUE COVER GOLD AND BLACK ILLUSTRATION ON THE COVER.

Hardback. Condition: GOOD. No Dust Jacket. GREEN BOARDS, GOLD LETTERING AND ILLUSTRATION ON THE FRONT IN GOLD AND BLACK, V PRETTY, TWO PEOPLE CROSSING A RIVER VIA STEPPING STONES LIKE AT HARD CASTLE CRAGGS, NAME PLATE DATES 1897.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Lightly marked on the cover. The endpapers and text are foxed in places. A previous owner has signed the front endpaper.

Cloth. Condition: Very Good. A sweet tale of country life by Silas K. Hocking. With original illustrations by W. S. Stacey. Silas Kitto Hocking (24 March 1850 15 September 1935) was a Cornish novelist and Methodist preacher. In a decorative red cloth binding with gilt detailing. Externally, smart, with just some slight bumping and marks. Internally, generally firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean. Very Good. W. S. Stacey (illustrator). book. …

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Ex-library and presentation copy with bookplates in the front, very good of very good line drawing illustrations. Wear and a library stamp and the spine.

Paperback. Condition: New. First published in 1879, Her Benny by Silas K. Hocking quickly became one of the most widely read novels of the Victorian era. It tells the moving story of Benny Bates, a poor boy in the streets of Liverpool, who struggles against poverty, loss, and hardship yet finds strength in faith, kindness, and the love of his devoted sister Nelly.Hocking's story captured the hearts of late-Victorian readers with its vivid portrayal of working-class life and its central message of hope rising out of despair. For decades, Her Benny was a favourite in Sunday schools, youth groups, and homes across Britain. Yet like many Victorian classics, the language, structure, and typesetting of older editions can make the text challenging for modern readers.This KMCS Publishing edition reintroduces Her Benny for the twenty-first century. The novel itself remains in the public domain, but this release has been carefully modernised and enhanced to make the story accessible to today's audience while staying faithful to Hocking's intent.What makes this edition distinctive:·       ? A carefully proof-read and modernised text, smoothing Victorian phrasing for contemporary readers.·       ? Professional 5×8? formatting, designed for readability with clear chapter divisions and attractive cream-paper layout.·       ? A thoughtful new introduction that reflects on the enduring themes of poverty, faith, social justice, and resilience.·       ? A striking new cover design, exclusive to KMCS Publishing, which captures both the period atmosphere and modern appeal.About the story:Benny Bates is just a child when tragedy strikes. Orphaned and forced to survive in the unforgiving streets of Liverpool, Benny is sustained only by the loyalty of his sister Nelly. Together they face hunger, loss, and the grinding indifference of a city that offers little mercy to the poor. Yet Benny's courage, honesty, and determination gradually win him friendships and opportunities, leading him on a path from hardship to hope.Hocking weaves into Benny's tale the struggles of countless Victorian children - the neglected, the exploited, the forgotten - while at the same time offering a narrative of redemption and faith. The novel's mix of social realism and Christian morality touched a deep chord in its original audience, making it one of the best-selling works of its time.Why read Her Benny today?Though written nearly 150 years ago, the themes of Her Benny remain strikingly relevant. Questions of poverty, child welfare, social inequality, and the power of faith and kindness are as important today as they were in Victorian Liverpool. Readers who enjoy stories of resilience against impossible odds - or who wish to understand how fiction shaped social awareness in nineteenth-century Britain - will find Her Benny both moving and inspiring.This edition offers students, teachers, book clubs, and general readers the chance to encounter the story without the barriers that sometimes come with older, unedited reprin.…

Hardback. Condition: GOOD. No Dust Jacket. DARK BLUE BOARDS. GOLD LETTERING EMBOSSED BLACK AND GOLD DECORATIONS , NAME PLATE DATED 1903. LANCELOT SPEED (illustrator).

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Dust Jacket. First Edition. Blue original publisher's cloth; lettering in gilt on spine and front cover; elaborate design stamped in black and gilt on front cover; bevelled edges; all gilt is bright; 316 pp.; frontispiece iillustration by Stacey has tissue guard in fine condition; spine is square; hinges are tight; discreet previous owner's signature bearing date of July 8th 1890 on verso of f.f.e.p., no other inscriptions or other internal markings; light shelf wear rubbing at edges; slightest of foxing to exterior edges of some pages; a.e.g.; a handsome binding. W. S. Stacey (illustrator).…

Condition: Very Good.