Translator George Borrow (21 results)

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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. 8vo., pp. xxiii, 342. Green cloth with gilt spine lettering, neat ink inscription to the front endpaper, light bumps to corners, text block tight and square, clean throughout, nice copy.

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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - 'Ballads of All Nations' is a comprehensive and evocative collection of traditional folk songs and narrative poems gathered from a diverse array of cultures across the globe. Edited by R. Brimley Johnson and featuring translations by the renowned polyglot and traveler George Borrow, this anthology highlights the shared human experience through the timeless art of the ballad.The work delves into the heroic legends, romantic tragedies, and supernatural lore that define the oral traditions of many countries. George Borrow's translations capture the rhythmic vitality and emotional depth of the original verses, bringing the rustic beauty of distant lands to the English-speaking reader. From the windswept hills of Scandinavia to the vibrant villages of Spain and beyond, these poems explore universal themes of love, betrayal, chivalry, and the struggle against fate.This collection serves as a vital bridge between national literatures, offering insight into the distinctive rhythms and storytelling methods that have shaped cultural identities for centuries. Readers will find a rich tapestry of narrative verse that remains as stirring today as when these songs were first sung. 'Ballads of All Nations' is an essential volume for students of folklore, enthusiasts of classic poetry, and anyone interested in the enduring power of international folk traditions.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.

Translated by [Borrow by 1829, with additions in 1857, officially publishing the Death of Balder in 1892, eleven years after the death of Borrow]. Limited edition. c.1773 as Balders Dżd [historically the English translation "The Death of Balder" is listed as 1889]. "An Edition of 250 Copies only will be printed. No more will be published.". Rebound by KTB in brown half calf over marbled boards; five raised bands with extra leather titles, tooled gilt decoration, matching marbled end papers, t.e.g. 12mo (19.2x12.9cm). pp. [iv] blank, [viii], 77, [5] blank. Explanation of the Mythological Words and Names. Very Good. Edgewear with corners and joints rubbed, darkened spine with extra leather spine titles missing (with clear stamping remaining); internally very good with foxed spots on 31 pages. Collie & Fraser B.8a with "The Persons" (not dramatis personae) on p. [viii] and no date on the title page making this the one that got away in spite of the elaborate erasing of the 1889 to put the 1892 in? From the library of Micajah Pratt Clough (1848-1933) with bookplate (Brainerd 66, 1896: 1.75 by 3.25-inches) designed by Edwin Davis French (1851-1906) affixed to front pastedown. [Clough was a shoe manufacturer on Broad Street in Lynn Massachusetts and member of the Lynn Historical Society. This was one of the two bookplates commissioned from French, the other was Brainerd 51 the year before]. A play in three acts, set in the Norwegian mountains, with The [principal] Persons: Balder, Thor, Loke, Hother, Nanna, The Three Valkyrier. Ewald is a celebrated Danish lyric poet and playwright, and the first to use Norse Mythology in his writing.

Translated by Borrow in 1830. First edition. [c.1703 London as Gweledigaetheu y Bardd Cwsc (The Visions of the Sleeping Bard)] not 1720 listed in preface. Period rebound in brown half calf over marbled boards; five raised bands with extra leather titles, tooled gilt decoration, matching marbled end papers, t.e.g. 12mo (19.1x11.9cm). pp. [iv] blank, vii, [3] half title and blanks, 128, [4] blank. Very Good. Edgewear with corners and joints rubbed, head chipped, darkened spine with extra leather spine title missing (with clear stamping visible); internally near fine with overall page toning to some pages as two papers were used. Collie & Fraser B.6a, without extra leaf [ix-x] tipped in and no note of copies printed. From the library of Micajah Pratt Clough (1848-1933) with bookplate (Brainerd 66, 1896: 1.75 by 3.25-inches) designed by Edwin Davis French (1851-1906) affixed to front pastedown. [Clough was a shoe manufacturer on Broad Street in Lynn Massachusetts and member of the Lynn Historical Society. This was one of the two bookplates commissioned from French, the other was Brainerd 51 the year before]. As indicated in the London Quarterly Review article of January 1861 and in the preface, Borrow believed parts of the work were more than 'inspired by' Francisco Quevedo's 'Visions or Discourses' [Los Sueos or Sueos y discursos ("Dreams and Discourses"), 1627]. Wynne's classic in Welch literature is an allegory of a city is divided into three "magnificent" streets: Pride, Pleasure and Lucre.with a little cross street in the distance representing true religion. Borrow actually completed the translation in 1830, but a certain Welch bookseller residing in Smithfield shrank from publishing it the night before press fearing ruin and prosecution from Sir James Scarlett [1st Baron Abinger 1769-1844].

First edition, 1 of 250 copies. 8vo., orig. purplish brown cloth, printed paper spine label, (8), (277), (278 blank)pp. Spine faded to tan o/w an about fine copy. Collie & Fraser B8a, variant 2. In spite of the 1889 date on the title, this was probably issued in 1892.

First edition, printed in 500 copies. First edition, printed in 500 copies. . In original leather, gilt spine with title vignette. Marbled endpapers, tinted edges. 177 (1) p. First edition of the so-called "Gypsy Luke" the translation of the Gospel of Luke into Caló, a language spoken by the Spanish and Portuguese Romani. Embéo e Majaró Lucas is the first book ever published in any Romani language, and the first book of the Bible ever translated into a Gypsy language, printed in only 500 copies. Translated by George Borrow (18031881) the English polyglot writer and traveler, who in 1833 was hired by the British and Foreign Bible Society to produce and distribute the New Testament in vernacular languages in various countries in Europe. Through his childhood Gypsy friend Borrow spoke the Romany language and when he was sent to Spain in 1836, he started to translate the Gospel of Luke into Caló, the local Gypsy language. "The translation was finished by early December 1837, and once he had gained permission from the Bible Society to publish the book at their costs the Embéo e Majaró Lucas or Gypsy Luke, as it is commonly called, was printed in 500 copies over Christmas 1837. It was the first book ever to appear in Caló, and caused as much scandal as sensation. Gypsies, philologists, missionaries and curious grandees all sought to secure a copy; churchmen and government officers sought to forbid it as a work of witch-craft printed in robbers' jargon. Sales consequently soared, as much while the book was still tolerated, as when it was formally forbidden by law in mid 1838. By the early 1840s, it was already a collector's item []." (Missler) Literature: Missler, P.: Story of the Four Books. The Story of George Borrow's Four 'Spanish' Publications. Binding rubbed at the extremities. Old bibliographic notes on endpapers in pencil by different hands. Inside clean. Overall in fine condition. . In original leather, gilt spine with title vignette. Marbled endpapers, tinted edges.

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First Edition. From the Danish of Johannes Ewald (1773). Translated by George Borrow. Pp. [viii]+78(last blank); cr. 8vo; purple cloth, printed paper title label on spine, edges of boards lightly rubbed and fore-corners faintly bruised, the spine and top edge of upper board faded, title label slightly browned and a trifle chipped at edges; uncut and unopened; endpapers offset (heavier on free endpapers), outer leaves and edges lightly foxed; Jarrold & Sons, London, 1889[1892]. First edition, limited to 250 copies. Wise (Borrow) 17; Collie & Fraser B.8a, binding variant with Ewald's Death of Balder on the slightly larger title label; Todd 7i. *Todd notes the existence of two variant title pages of undetermined order, one dated 1889 (as in the present copy) and one undated. The 1889 date has since been shown to be false, and in 1936 Roland Baugham identified the type used as one peculiar to Richard Clay & Sons, the printing firm used by Wise. As George Borrow was an author of interest to Wise, suspicion arose that The Death of Balder might have been one of Wise's forgeries. However Collie & Fraser, in their bibliography of Borrow state that 'such caution is no longer necessary' [p. 123]; and Carter & Pollard, in Working Paper No. 3, The Mystery of 'The Death of Balder' conclude that Wise 'had nothing to do with the book' [p. 17].

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1913, Norwich, Jarrold and Sons, No.265 of 50 copies, ppxi + 187 + [188-194], original boards, faux crocodile spine, paper label. Collie and Fraser B.2dII, one of 50 copies. "The individual copy numbers are often, however, higher than 50. These fifty copies appear to be subsumed in the series of 300 of variant I." Corners bumped, top and bottom of spine slightly pulled, otherwise very good.

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 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1928. 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, Pages: - 380, 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. 380 380.