The Merrymount Press (14 results)

Stapled wraps. Condition: Near Fine. Illustrated by Emily Strayer (illustrator). Light, short crease at the head corner of the front. ; Bookseller Rob's catalog of books related to the great typographer, designer, and printer Daniel Berkeley Updike and his prolific The Merrymount Press. 52 pp of entries, chronologically arranged. Entries are well-indexed. 9" x 6". One of a limited edition of 950 copies. The orange paper wraps were designed, set, and printed by Emily Strayer of Kutenai Press. Clean and Near Fine.; I-VI; Ink line drawings; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 52 pages.

Softcover. Minor small bumps at outside edge of front cover; otherwise very good condition. ]. 26p. Includes a 14 page list of "Books printed in the past 15 years" and a four page list of customers.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. First edition. One of 150 copies for the Grolier Club, signed by Updike on colophon Tan paper board with red cloth spine Both boards have a wrinkle in the paper down the center of boards (not bent or broken), not transfering to the contents at all Contents near fine, no foxing. Very nice copy apart from the wrinkle in the boards.

x+190pp. 8vo. Original cloth-backed, papered boards, gutter a little sprung at title page, otherwise near fine. Limited to 500 copies printied by D. B. Updike at The Merrymount Press, Boston.

Kartoniert / Broschiert. Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Limited to 500 Copies. Hard Cover. Very Good. Limited to 500 Copies. xvii, 196p. Marbelised boards. Includes illustrations and a bibliography. A clean fresh copy.

Designed by Daniel Berkeley Updike at the Merrymount Press. (illustrator). Daniel Berkeley Updike designed this elegant trade edition of the Rubaiyat. Illustrated with twelve photo-etchings from drawings by Gilbert James and Edmund H. Garrett and with portrait of Edward Fitzgerald. Light binding wear, spine faded, gilt edge scuffed, front hinge cracked. Occasional spotting to text but generally clean. Very Good Publisher's olive cloth decorated in black and gilt, top edge gilt, other edges untrimmed.

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. "John Cotton Dana: 1856-1929" provides an insightful look into the life and professional achievements of one of the most influential figures in American library and museum history. This biographical work explores Dana's revolutionary approach to public service, detailing his transformative leadership at the Denver Public Library, the Newark Public Library, and the Newark Museum. Known as a "library pioneer," Dana's philosophy centered on the idea that libraries and museums should be accessible, vibrant community centers rather than mere repositories for artifacts and books.The text highlights his advocacy for open stacks, the creation of the first specialized department for children, and his commitment to making art and information relevant to the everyday lives of citizens. By examining his various initiatives and his philosophy of "usefulness," this volume serves as a critical resource for understanding the evolution of modern information science and public education in the United States. It captures the spirit of a man who believed that culture belongs to the public, offering readers a comprehensive portrait of a visionary who redefined the role of cultural institutions in the early twentieth century.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 may 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. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. "John Cotton Dana: 1856-1929" provides an insightful look into the life and professional achievements of one of the most influential figures in American library and museum history. This biographical work explores Dana's revolutionary approach to public service, detailing his transformative leadership at the Denver Public Library, the Newark Public Library, and the Newark Museum. Known as a "library pioneer," Dana's philosophy centered on the idea that libraries and museums should be accessible, vibrant community centers rather than mere repositories for artifacts and books.The text highlights his advocacy for open stacks, the creation of the first specialized department for children, and his commitment to making art and information relevant to the everyday lives of citizens. By examining his various initiatives and his philosophy of "usefulness," this volume serves as a critical resource for understanding the evolution of modern information science and public education in the United States. It captures the spirit of a man who believed that culture belongs to the public, offering readers a comprehensive portrait of a visionary who redefined the role of cultural institutions in the early twentieth century.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 may 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. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 194 pages. 8.75x5.75x0.44 inches. This item is printed on demand.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 194 pages. 10.00x7.50x0.44 inches. This item is printed on demand.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. "John Cotton Dana: 1856-1929" provides an insightful look into the life and professional achievements of one of the most influential figures in American library and museum history. This biographical work explores Dana's revolutionary approach to public service, detailing his transformative leadership at the Denver Public Library, the Newark Public Library, and the Newark Museum. Known as a "library pioneer," Dana's philosophy centered on the idea that libraries and museums should be accessible, vibrant community centers rather than mere repositories for artifacts and books.The text highlights his advocacy for open stacks, the creation of the first specialized department for children, and his commitment to making art and information relevant to the everyday lives of citizens. By examining his various initiatives and his philosophy of "usefulness," this volume serves as a critical resource for understanding the evolution of modern information science and public education in the United States. It captures the spirit of a man who believed that culture belongs to the public, offering readers a comprehensive portrait of a visionary who redefined the role of cultural institutions in the early twentieth century.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 may 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. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. "John Cotton Dana: 1856-1929" provides an insightful look into the life and professional achievements of one of the most influential figures in American library and museum history. This biographical work explores Dana's revolutionary approach to public service, detailing his transformative leadership at the Denver Public Library, the Newark Public Library, and the Newark Museum. Known as a "library pioneer," Dana's philosophy centered on the idea that libraries and museums should be accessible, vibrant community centers rather than mere repositories for artifacts and books.The text highlights his advocacy for open stacks, the creation of the first specialized department for children, and his commitment to making art and information relevant to the everyday lives of citizens. By examining his various initiatives and his philosophy of "usefulness," this volume serves as a critical resource for understanding the evolution of modern information science and public education in the United States. It captures the spirit of a man who believed that culture belongs to the public, offering readers a comprehensive portrait of a visionary who redefined the role of cultural institutions in the early twentieth century.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 may 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. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.