Sedgwick Mrs William (31 results)

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Soft cover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. The North American Review Vol. 222 No. 1 September - October - November 1925. Various (illustrator).

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Dustjacket. ACOMA, a pueblo stronghold of the Keres people of New Mexico, has a double claim on the interest of the student. Its inhabitants, now about five hundred in number, are the least known, the most reticent, and the most inscrutable, of the Indians of the pueblo area. Their history as told in the stories of the conquistadors, the poems of Villagrá, and later records, embodies examples of valour and endurance as striking as any in the history of the Spanish conquest of America. Mrs. Sedgwick has a thrilling story to tell?from the entry of the Spaniards into New Mexico in 1539 and the expedition under Coronado in 1540, when they first saw Acoma, until the final crushing of revolt among the inhabitants of that pueblo in 1699. To the Indians it seemed well-nigh impregnable, as indeed it appears to?day, and its capture was a remarkable feat of arms.…

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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. First US edition, 1st prntg. pale lime-green hb boards w/ color pueblo motif, dark green quarter-cloth spine, bndg firm, faint peripheral soil front face, clean overall, bottom tips sl bumped; prev owner name in ink top half-title pg, o/w interior unmarked, txt clean, Arizona/New Map eps, 30+ b/w photo illus on plates, most provided by Herbert E. Bolton, University of California, 314 pp. RB5371. Mary Katrine Rice Sedgwick.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. Cloth-backed pictorial boards, map eps, TEG. First edition. Appears to be ex-library due to faint number to spine, but no other library markings noted. Photo excised from front DJ panel has been laid in. DJ flap blurb affixed to ffep, which is slightly detached. Mild corner and edge wear/fray. ; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; xiv, 314 pages.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good +. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good-. Second impression. The book is Vert Good+ with a tight binding and no writing in the text. Previous owner's name neatly stamped on the Half title page and there is a residual light brown stain on the firsr per from an old newspaper clippingg. Dust jacket is Very Good- with nice central panels and edge wear with chips and general aging anf smudging. Price intact $4.00. Second edition stated on front panel.…

First edition. 237 pp.; 222 pp. Illus. with 2 engravings by Alonzo Hartwell. 16mo. "The following stories, claiming to be little else than an abridgment of Robertson, are the first of a series designed to embrace the most important events in the history of America, from its first discovery to the close of the Revolution. It is the object of the writer . to render history attractive by divesting it of all formality, and thus entice the youthful mind from the regions of fiction and romance, into a wide field of knowledge, from which it has hitherto been too willingly excluded." (Preface). Lacking the final volume which covers Peru. Uncommon. Of 10 locations listed in OCLC only six have complete copies. Provenance: Ben Grauer, notation from the sale of his library (Swann, 9/27/56 lot 316; list only the two volumes). Sabin 78817. Amer. Imprints; 3436. Spain & Spanish America II, 616. Very good copies, worn at spine ends, scuffed boards, foxing throughout. Original quarter calf over yellow paper covered boards.…

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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: 402. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1927 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: 402.…

(NEW MEXICO). SEDGWICK, Mrs. William T. Acoma, the Sky City. A Study in Pueblo-Indian History and Civilization. Cambridge, 1927. Illus. 318pp. Fine in d/j.

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1798 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: 82 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: 82 Language: English.…

Condition: new. High atop a sandstone mesa, where the earth meets the endless sky, an ancient city flourishes against all odds-a testament to resilience, ingenuity, and community. Here, the story of a people unfolds, etched in stone and sustained by tradition, inviting readers to explore the enduring legacy of indigenous architecture and the vibrant civilisation of the Pueblo Indians. With a keen eye for detail and an unflinching respect for the past, this work delves into the heart of native American history, illuminating the spiritual and social foundations that shaped the pre-Columbian Southwest. From the intricate ceremonial life to the practical genius of sky city New Mexico, every page breathes with the voices of those who built and sustained this remarkable world. For students of cultural anthropology and history alike, this volume offers a rare window into the daily lives, rituals, and beliefs of the Zuni Pueblo and their neighbours, drawing on the pioneering research of Frank Hamilton Cushing and other early explorers. Its pages reveal not only the architectural marvels but also the deep-rooted philosophies that continue to inspire contemporary indigenous studies. Long unavailable, this book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations, ensuring that the wisdom and artistry of the American Southwest history are preserved in their full richness. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure, meticulously prepared for those who cherish both scholarship and story. Whether you are an academic researcher seeking original sources or a casual reader drawn to the mysteries of the past, this restored classic stands as a bridge between worlds, inviting reflection on the enduring power of community, memory, and place. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1896 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: 472 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: 472 Volume 1 Language: English.…