Reflections Death by Dodd William (64 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.

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

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

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

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Hardback or Cased Book. Condition: New. Reflections on Death. Book.

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

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Condition: Fair. 1790. Eighth Edition. 212 pages. No dust jacket. Full bound brown leather. Pages are mildly tanned with visible foxing. Moderate cracking to hinges. Pencil inscription to front pastedown and endpaper. Missing rear endpaper. Boards have heavy edgewear with corner chipping and mild marking to boards. Heavy scuffing to spine, mild loss to ends. Notable cracking to joints. Notable scuffing to edges.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. New Edition. 146 pp + 4 pages of index, xviii / 148 pp, engraved vignette title page to each part, bound in full brown calf, gilt decorative borders to covers, title and gilt ornaments to spine. Leather rubbed and worn with superficial damage, front edge of backstrip splitting, spine ends and corners a little scuffed, vignettes a little spotted pages clean and firmly held.

Leather bound. Condition: Fair. Cooke's Edition. 16mo. (approx 5.75" x 3"). Two books in one. First book "Reflections on Death": 125 pages, [1] page blank, [4] page index, [2]. Illustrated title page and two plate illustrations in the text (no frontispiece if issued). Second book "Thoughts on Prison, and Other Misc. Pieces": 125 pages, [1] page blank, [2]. Illustrated with frontispiece engraving of Dodd, illustrated title page, and two illustrated plates in text. Brown marbled leather calf binding. Gilt ruled lines on the boards. Gilt decorations and title on the spine. Marbled end papers. The front outer joint is cracked and the board is very loose. The rear joint is rubbed. Back cover is secure. Leather chipped head of the spine and worn on the edges. Light toning to the text. Previous owner name written in old ink top of the title page. A fair copy only.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a collection of the author's reflections on death, mortality, and the afterlife. The author explores the various ways in which people think about death, from fear and avoidance to acceptance and even anticipation. The author also delves into the philosophical and religious implications of death, considering questions such as the nature of the soul, the existence of heaven and hell, and the meaning of life in light of our inevitable demise. Ultimately, the author argues that death is an essential part of life, and that by confronting our own mortality, we can come to a deeper understanding of ourselves and our place in the world. 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.

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This profound book examines the inevitability of death and its impact on our lives. It explores the commonalities and differences in how we grapple with the topic of death, from ancient cultures to the present day. Exploring themes of grief, religious belief, and personal experience, the author presents a rich tapestry of perspectives on this universal human experience. The book delves into humanist and religious notions of an afterlife and explores the impact of social and cultural norms on how we face death. The author draws upon history, literature, and personal stories to illustrate the diverse ways in which individuals and societies have confronted the reality of death, ultimately shedding light on the profound human need to find meaning in the face of mortality. 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: vg. Cooke's edition. 16mo. 135,[4]pp. Original calf with gold-stamped border and spine tooled in gold. Red title-label with gold lettering. Marbled endpapers. Frontispiece engraving of author. Title-page vignette. "These reflections were first written with a design to be published in a small volume, proper to be given away by well disposed persons at funerals, or on any other solemn occasion. But the editors of the Christian's Magazine, supposing they might be of some service to that useful and well-esteemed work, requested the author first to print them here, and afterwards to pursue his original design. Accordingly they were printed in separate chapters, and he hath reason to be satisfied with the reception they met with. His best prayers accompany them in their present form, that they may be useful to mankind." (William Dodd). Illustrated with two full-page engravings. Decorative tailpieces throughout. Front board almost detached but still holding. Some age wear to corners and parts of edges. Head and tail of spine slightly chipped. Signature and date of previous owner on blank page following front endpaper. One-inch closed tear on bottom edge of page 122. Sporadic foxing throughout. Binding in good-, interior in overall very good condition.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a series of thoughtful reflections, exploring death from personal and philosophical perspectives. The author invites readers to contemplate their own mortality and to consider the significance of life in light of the inevitability of death. Through a series of accessible and moving chapters, the book delves into themes of faith, the shortness of life, and the importance of cherishing the present moment. By encouraging contemplation of the end of life, the author ultimately seeks to help readers find meaning and purpose in their own lives. This thoughtful and moving book offers a rich exploration of one of life's most profound and universal experiences. 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: Good Condition. MDCCLXXVII. Leather binding. Front and back cover detached, Top and bottom of spine worn. leather covers and corners of binding rubbed. Black leather label on spine reads Dodd on Death.212pp plus 4pp Index. Content bright and sound with some foxing. Ink name of previous owner dated 1812 on front flyleaf. A Good candidate for rebinding. Photos available on request.

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - Reflections on Death by William Dodd offers a profound exploration of mortality and the Christian understanding of death. Written with a deeply spiritual and reflective tone, this work delves into the themes of human frailty, the inevitability of death, and the consolations offered by Christian faith. Dodd encourages readers to contemplate their own mortality, not with fear, but with a sense of hope and preparation for the afterlife.

Hardback. Condition: Fine. vi, 7-212pp, index [iv]. William Dodd, Prebendary of Brecon. Later full calf binding by Parker of Spilsby. [c1840?]. Dedication dated 1763. Originally written to be given to mourrners at funerals this edtion collected the reflections into one volume. A very nice copy.

Buch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - Reflections on Death by William Dodd offers a profound exploration of mortality and the Christian understanding of death. Written with a deeply spiritual and reflective tone, this work delves into the themes of human frailty, the inevitability of death, and the consolations offered by Christian faith. Dodd encourages readers to contemplate their own mortality, not with fear, but with a sense of hope and preparation for the afterlife.

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Condition: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned. Undated, c.1800s. Largely good condition hardcover, some wear and rubbing to leather boards. No jacket. Light foxing to text block edges. Previous owners name on first page. Content clear. A nice copy.

Boards & Leather Spine. Condition: Fair+. No Jacket. Reprint. 212 pages, plus a 4 page index; first published in 1763, Rev. Dodd treats Death in philosophic and religious terms. Book condition: Cover is boards with 1/4 vellum spine. Boards have a brown paper covering with large-scale dark marbeling, paper missing on 60% of the front cover and some missing on the rear cover. Cover corners are rounded as are the pages. Contents are complete, including endpapers. Edges are a light tan color, and pages are a variable lighter color, with some spots of darker foxing. Page binding has been shaken, and page 23-24 is loose at the top, else pages are secure and pages are all plainly legible. Owner's signature appears three times, dated 1801.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Wright, G. (illustrator). 18mo. Corrected and enlarged, with occasional notes and illustrations by George Wright, Esq. Contemporary calf, red leather spine label, gilt title and ruling to spine. vi, 240 pp. Frontispiece portrait of William Dodd signed: Tanner sc. The remaining plates signed: S. Seymour sc. Leather rubbed and scuffed. Bumping and wear to corners. Ink ownership inscriptions. Some browning, foxing and damp staining to interior. Written in 20 chapters, each prefaced by a quotation from scripture or poetry. Very good overall. Signed.