Vanbrugh John Cibber (67 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Piece(s) of the spine missing. Due to age and/or environmental conditions, the pages of this book have darkened. Please note the image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item. Book.

No Cover. Condition: Good. xii+ 106pp + frontispiece engraving (detached). No cover but rest all still well bound together. Over 200 years old but still in nice clean condition with just some light age staining. Some shadowing of engraving to title page.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 126 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.32 inches. In Stock.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Three plays bound together. Full Leather. Ex-library with numerals on spine, university library bookplate, cardholder, etc. Some separation along both spine edged but covers tight, internals nice, Good.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Four plays bound together. Full leather. Ex-library with spine numerals, university library bookplate, cardholder, etc. Printing on spine worn, covers slightly tender, internals nice, Good.

Disbound. Condition: Poor. 159pp + 2 plates. No cover but all still well bound together. Interior in nice clean condition with just some aged staining to plates & end pages. No names or inscriptions. Complete. A good reading copy or for rebind.

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. Bound in 3/4 contemporary sheep over grey boards. Hardcover. Front board detached. Generally clean. Bookplate of R.B. Adam on front end page. 94, [2] pages, 18 cm.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Full leather binding in very good condition. PO bookplate. Publication dates for plays are: 1792, 1794, 1791. Rear board loosening. Binding secure. All plays adapted for theatrical representation as performed at Theatres-Royal, Drury-Lane and Covent Garden. Book.

play script, original wrappers, very good for age, engraving to title page.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Full leather binding in very good condition. PO bookplate. Publication dates for plays are: 1792, 1794, 1791. Rear board loosening. Binding secure. All plays adapted for theatrical representation as performed at Theatres-Royal, Drury-Lane and Covent Garden. Book.

12mo, pp. 117, [3]; pagination including engraved frontispiece; disbound. Not a reissue of the 1748 edition, although they share the same pagination.

12mo, pp. 117, [3]; pagination including engraved frontispiece; disbound.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a detailed examination of the strategic and economic aspects of Rome's trade and commerce. The author explains how the deep economic and political interconnections of the Mediterranean region served as a crucial factor in Rome's rise to imperial power. This book explores the complex network of connections between the Republic's wealthy elite and the Roman government, shedding light on the ways in which Rome's political decisions were shaped by economic interests. The author also discusses how, as the Roman Empire grew and encompassed more territory, the government's economic policies were transformed in order to accommodate the new challenges presented by administering a vast and diverse empire. This book will appeal to anyone interested in understanding the economic foundations of the Roman Empire. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a riveting account of the life and times of Sir Francis Wronghead, a wealthy but hapless country gentleman who ventures into the treacherous waters of London society. The author deftly weaves a tale of Sir Francis's misadventures and romantic entanglements, providing a glimpse into the social and political landscape of 18th-century England. The book explores themes of social mobility, the clash between urban and rural life, and the nature of true love. Through Sir Francis's mishaps, the author satirizes the pretensions of the upper classes and the folly of those who seek to rise above their station. Beyond its entertainment value, this book offers insights into the complexities of human nature and the enduring power of love. It reminds us that true happiness often lies not in material possessions or social status, but in the genuine connections we forge with others. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Disbound. 17.5 cm. 79pp. Chips to outer margin and upper corner of title page, not affecting text. First two pages with closed tears across the text, first 10 pp. worn at edges, affecting some lettering, stitching starting. Evans 27987.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a captivating account of the lives and cultural significance of a group of 18th-century women who sought to expand the rigid gender roles of their contemporaries. It reveals the ways in which women navigated the social and cultural landscape of the time and propelled the feminist movement forward. The author explores the challenges they faced, the strategies they employed, and the lasting impact they had on society. The work provides a nuanced perspective on the struggles and triumphs of women throughout history, illuminating their often-overlooked roles in shaping the course of social and cultural change. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Collection of separately paginated dramatic works issued as Vol. 9 of Inchbald's's British Theatre, each play with its own title page and frontispiece; 12mo, in contemporary early nineteenth century half calf (somwhat worn with minor loss to extremities, early owners ink inscription to front pastedown). Occasional spotting and paper browning but overall a very good copy.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the mind of a provoked husband, Lord Townly, and his complex relationship with his wife, Lady Townly. It explores the nuances of marital disillusionment, power dynamics, infidelity, and the struggle to maintain a sense of personal identity within the suffocating confines of 18th-century high society. The author delves deeply into the psychological motivations of both husband and wife, capturing the complexities of their relationship with remarkable insight. Through the lens of their tumultuous marriage, this book provides a rich tapestry of themes including honor, reputation, independence, and the nature of true love. By offering a profound exploration of these characters' struggles, the author invites readers to contemplate the complexities of relationships and the ways in which societal expectations can shape and distort human connection. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a comedy that explores the lives of the upper classes and their frivolous pursuits of pleasure and status. The author, Sir John Vanbrugh, penned a story set in the late 17th century about a married couple whose starkly contrasting lifestyles lead to a series of entertaining and thought-provoking situations. The book is a satire that humorously criticizes societal norms and practices while diving deep into themes of morality, reputation, the nature of true happiness, and the bonds of marriage to provide a timeless and relatable story for audiences worldwide. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Soft cover. Condition: Good. Softcover early 18th c./ late Restoration play begun by actor/manager Cibber, reworked by Vanbrugh (architect of Blenheim Palace) into his second and most successful play. Here is a 24mo copy from 1823 with notes, frp illustration and one for the stage and positions of the actors for this period, some lines inked out and very fine ink comments in margins of 19thc performance give this a decidedly mid 19th c flavor. The premise of the plot, that a wife trapped in an abusive marriage with a brutish husband might consider either leaving it or taking a lover, outraged some sections of society but has a very contemporary appeal today. Good only as strings loosening, some chipping, 82pps, ancient protective wrap provided. Rare.

Condition: Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 420 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. 2nd Edition. as it is acted at the Theatres-Royal by His Majesty's servants, later marbled boards, re-spined, frontispiece and decorations, red and black titlepage, feintly spotted, good. 97 pages including music.

Condition: Very Good. Hardback. Single volume of 8 comedy plays collected from spearate volumes of The British Theatre. Bound together, each with frontis, in contemporary half-leather over marbled boards, rubbed and chipped but sound, a few pages slightly marked, otherwise very good.

Condition: New. KlappentextrnrnThis scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have.

Full Leather. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Five "Comedies" published in London between 1776 and 1777. Full polished calf with red leather spine label. Spine is a little faded and chipped on ends. Appears to be lacking a second spine label. Some moisture tide marks in contents and scattered mostly light foxing. Other general light wear, though overall a solid and fairly clean copy.

8vo, pp. [xii], 99, [2] epilogue, [3] advertisements; a slightly scruffy copy, with a dusty title page; disbound. A completion and adaptation by Colley Cibber of Vanbrugh's unfinished comedy A journey to London. There are several very similar editions of 1728: one has 95pp., and ESTC online records a further five with 99pp. - four of them have press-figures, and one has none.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Full leather boards with five band spine. Considerable surface loss to spine with just red title segment and top segment still fairly intact. Head of spine also has loss . Extremities rubbed all over, at edges, corners etc. Pages are bound firm and relatively free of foxing. Browing to prelims and the bulk of pages are yellowed. Top and foredges rather grubby. OK reading copy of original volume.

Without front. plate, 3pp ads. Disbound. ESTC T46079.

Front. dated 1808. Disbound.

Rebound Cloth. Condition: Good. Rebound blue cloth covered boards, corners straight. Bright gold titles on lightly sunned spine, mild wear to head and tail. Book body displays light staining and wear throughout. Good condition for age.