Question Color by Philips (16 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: Good. NY 1895 first edition. Stokes. hardcover. narrow 12mo., frontispiece illustration. 147pp. A novel of interracial love. Good plus, no dj.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 147p. A small hardcover book bound in tan cloth. Very good condition overall. Corners and tips of spine are lightly worn; corners are also slightly bent at the tips. Endpapers faintly foxed; stamp on front pastedown endpaper, and small piece torn off rear free endpaper. Otherwise, text clean and binding tight. Victorian novel dealing with interracial marriage in South Africa. Measures approx. 6.25" x 4". The author, Francis Charles Philips (1849-1921), was a prolific writer of plays, short stories, and novels, making his name with the bestselling novel AS IN A LOOKING GLASS.…

Hardcover. First Edition. 12mo, 147, [1] pages. In Very Good minus condition. Bound in pale green cloth with faded red lettering on spine. Mild shelfwear. Fading to cloth on front and rear covers. Staining to rear cover. Age-toning to textblock. NOTE: Shelved in Netdesk office, Case #1. 1372453. FP New Rockville Stock.…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This captivating story delves into forbidden love amidst the stark beauty of South Africaâs diamond fields. At the turn of the 20th century, Jack Collier, a well-educated young Englishman, falls head over heels for the beautiful Mamie Bruton. Their love, however, faces numerous obstacles, including the racial prejudice and social conventions of the time. The author explores the complexities of interracial love, class differences, and the sacrifices people make for the ones they love. Filled with rich historical detail and vibrant characters, this book offers a poignant and thought-provoking examination of the human heart in the face of adversity, ultimately highlighting the timeless power of love to transcend societal boundaries. 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. New York, 1895. Brown cloth covered boards with silver and black titles; mild wear to edges and covers; 16 mo, 5 3/4"-6 3/4" tall; no jacket. Interior is unmarked; 147 pages.

Condition: VG. New York 1895 1st Stokes. Fiction about South Africa, Zulus, miscegenation, etc.Hardcover. Small octavo, 147pp., frontis, original tan cloth with illustrated with silver cupid on jeweler's scale. VG plus. Not a modern reprint.

Cloth. Condition: Very Good. First edition. The first U.S. edition of Francis Charles Philips' uncommon novel on an interracial marriage, illustrated with a frontispiece. The first U.S. edition of this uncommon work.An intriguing romance with hints of a thriller, in which a young woman is faced with the temptation of marrying a rich African prince, for whom she must throw off her fiance.Illustrated with a frontispiece.By Francis Charles Philips.One page of adverts to the rear.Collated, complete. In the original publisher's cloth binding. Externally, generally smart, a little rubbed. A few light marks to the cloth. Minor bumping to the extremities. Hinges are starting but firm. Prior owner's ink inscription to the recto of the front endpaper. Internally, generally firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean. Prior owner's ink inscription to the half-title. Very Good. Not Stated (illustrator). book.…

Condition: New. Print on Demand pp. 168.

hardcover. Condition: very good. NY, Stokes 1895. Narrow octavo publisher's cloth; [4],148pp, frontispiece. The first in Stokes' Bijou Series. First American edition, contemporaneous with the London edition. This begins as an unremarkable light romance of the period, until the question of colour intrudes: the young woman throws over her impecunious fiance to marry a rich African prince, brought up in England and 'University' educated. Towards the end we seem to be heading into a crime thriller and we finish with satisfying tragedy.…

First American Edition. First American Edition. Frontispiece illustration "He Felt Her Start, and the Cup Lurched in Her hand," page 103. 147pp. 1 vols. 12mo. Novel of racial intermarriage by the English author of AS IN A LOOKING GLASS. Original decorative light brown cloth, minor defunctions but not affection text. A fine copy Frontispiece illustration "He Felt Her Start, and the Cup Lurched in Her hand," page 103. 147pp. 1 vols. 12mo.…

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: 178. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1895 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: 178.…

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 1895. 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: : - 170, 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. 170 170.…