Swift Jonathan Ed Herbert Davis (20 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Green cloth over boards, 220 pages, notes, index. Tanning pages, previous owner's name on the front pastedown. Light wear at the spine ends and corners of the jacket, price clipped.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. G. 1st Printing of the 1967 OUP 1st Edition Thus. Preface by Herbert Davis and David Woolley; edited by Davis. An ex-library copy, Book has some typical indicators: marked-out library name on top edge, evidences of nameplate/card pocket removal on ffep and tape removal on pastedowns, endpapers and Cover panels, and small mark-out on TOC. Book shows handling: is securely but loosely bound (no gutter splitting), has light soiling on rfep, TOC, 3pp of index and fore edge, discreet inking to 1p of TOC, and is uniformly age toned. Cover is bright, with sharp corners, mid shelving bumping to headband and tail, and clear, crisp and prominent gilt lettering on the spine. No Dust Jacket. (Please see Seller images). Pre-ISBN. ShiroBooks, independent bookseller, takes pride in accurate descriptions, careful wrapping and safe shipping. ADDITIONAL CHARGE (DUE TO APPROX 2.5# SHIPPING WEIGHT) WILL APPLY IF SHIPPED OUTSIDE CONTINENTAL US; CONTACT SHIROBOOKS PRIOR TO ORDERING or for more information, details or photos.

Hardcover. Condition: NEAR FINE. xxviii, 220 pp. Toned, sharp and clean otherwise.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good Plus. 1st Edition. VG / VG+. 1st Printing of the 1967 Oxford 1st Edition thus, edited by Herbert Davis and preface by Davis and David Woolley. Although there is some looseness, Book remains straight, square, securely bound and free of markings and blemishes. Cover is clean and bright, with sharp corners and joints, straight head, tail, spine, hinges and edges, and boldly legible, crisply distinct lettering and design. Dust Jacket is clipped at lower corner of front flap, encased in protective mylar and mildly age toned, with curling at tops of flaps and rubbing along wraps the only other discernible flaws. (Please see Seller images). Pre-ISBN. ShiroBooks, independent bookseller, takes pride in accurate descriptions, careful wrapping and safe shipping. ADDITIONAL CHARGE (DUE TO APPROX 2.5# SHIPPING WEIGHT) WILL APPLY IF SHIPPED OUTSIDE CONTINENTAL US; CONTACT SHIROBOOKS PRIOR TO ORDERING or for more information, details or photos.

Hardcover with Dust Jacket. Condition: FINE. Dust Jacket Condition: FINE. First Edition. 243pp. B/W frontispiece facsimile from 'An Enquiry'. Presumed US First edition, printed from UK sheets. Blue paper-over-board hard covers with navy stamped spine lettering. Very clean, sharp copy with like DJ.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good-. A little shelf wear to book and dust jacket. Owner name and address on front end paper. Otherwise a solid, unmarked book. Index. xxxvi, 252 pp. Top edge gilt.

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. Dust Jacket Condition: Fair. Oxford University Press, 1967. Hardback, d/j, 8vo, xxx,682pp, frontis. A little spotted and bumped, d/j lamination removed. A fair copy. /0.9uk.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. Green cloth hard covers in dust jacket. Moderate handling wear to jacket, with spine darkened. Otherwise clean, tight and unmarked. Appendixes, textual notes, index. A sound and handsome copy, very neat. Illustrated. xxxvi,252pp.

Hardcover with Dust Jacket. Condition: VERY GOOD. Dust Jacket Condition: FINE. First Edition. 220pp. First American Edition from UK sheets printed for Basil Blackwell and bound in matching green buckram with gilt spine lettering. Exceedingly clean and sharp in like DJ with price of 3.75 intact.

Hardcover with Dust Jacket. Condition: FINE. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 252pp. B/w frontispiece facsimile of Folio 114 of the Windsor Manuscript. First American Edition from UK sheets printed for Basil Blackwell and bound in matching green buckram with gilt spine lettering. Exceedingly clean and sharp; DJ has a small chip to front head, clean and crisp otherwise with price of 3.75 intact.

Hardcover (Original Cloth). Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket. 1st Edition thus. Spine a trifle sunned. Quantity Available: 1. Category: Literature & Literary; Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 20078.

Boards. Davis, Herbert (Ed.) (illustrator). 1st edition thus. 1st ed thus, octavo, pp.xxviii, 220, incl Index, half-title vignette, b&w fronts., ex-lib with remains of sticker and pocket to ffep, stamp to rear t.p. and white ink number lower spine, otherwise clean, orig bds., bumped at spine, uncut, good condn. Jonathan Swift is well known for works such as A Tale of a Tub (1704), An Argument Against Abolishing Christianity (1712), Gulliver's Travels (1726), and A Modest Proposal (1729).

Boards. Davis, Herbert (Ed.) (illustrator). 1st edition thus. 1st ed thus, octavo, pp.xl, 299, incl Index, half-title vignette, b&w fronts. port. and plates, tanning to eps, ex-lib with remains of sticker and pocket to ffep and white ink number lower spine, otherwise clean, orig bds., spine faded, uncut, good condn. Isaac Bickerstaff Esq was a pseudonym used by Jonathan Swift. He is well known for works such as A Tale of a Tub (1704), An Argument Against Abolishing Christianity (1712), Gulliver's Travels (1726), and A Modest Proposal (1729).

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Cloth/no dust jacket Octavo. light green cloth, gilt lettering, 311 pp, spine lightly soiled, top edge green and lightly soiled Standard shipping (no tracking or insurance) / Priority (with tracking) / Custom quote for large or heavy orders.

Boards. Davis, Herbert (Ed.) (illustrator). 1st edition thus. 1st ed thus, octavo, pp.xl, 311, incl Index, half-title vignette, b&w fronts. port., and plates, ex-lib with remains of sticker and pocket to ffep and white ink number lower spine, otherwise clean, orig bds., rubbed, spine faded, uncut, good condn. With the reproduced frontispiece from the 1710 edition. A Tale of a Tub was the first major work by Jonathan Swift published anonymously in 1704. Included are 'Battle of the Books' and the 'Discourse Concerning the Mechanical Operation of the Spirit'. Swift also wrote: An Argument Against Abolishing Christianity (1712), Gulliver's Travels (1726), and A Modest Proposal (1729).

XCV, (1), 400 pp. + frontispiece. With the original title-pages reproduced. Publisher's cloth, dust-jacket (browned).Review copy plate on first blank, otherwise a very good copy.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Complete set of this standard edition including the Prose Works in 13 Volumes, The Index Volume and the Journal to Stella in 2 Volumes. Publication dates from 1965-1968. Books have no previous owners markings. A very good set, rarely seen complete.

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 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1939. 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, Vol:- Volume 9, Pages:- 397, 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. Volume 9 397 397.

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 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1939. 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, Vol:- Volume 10, Pages:- 467, 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. Volume 10 467 467.

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 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1939. 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, Vol:- Volume 5, Pages:- 548, 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. Volume 5 548 548.