This is number 73 of 200 copies in this size - there were also 50 larger copie...This is number 73 of 200 copies in this size - there were also 50 larger copies printed. The boards have a number of patches of discolouration to the front and rear panels. There is rubbing and some fraying along the edges of the spine which is chipped...more
First edition in this form, two volume set. London 1816. Blue leather bindings...First edition in this form, two volume set. London 1816. Blue leather bindings with decorative gilt details and gilt to faces of page blocks. Bindings somewhat rubbed, scuffed and worn. Volume one: Rear hinge split with cords exposed. Front hinge...more
About the book: Hardcover. No jacket, as issued. Originally printed in 1986. B...About the book: Hardcover. No jacket, as issued. Originally printed in 1986. Book is in very good to near fine condition. Additional photos available upon request. Additional shipping charges may apply.more
DESCRIPTION: This 414 page illustrated countyhistory includes a table of Cont...DESCRIPTION: This 414 page illustrated county history includes a table of Contents, and lots of family histories along with photographs. Also included at the back of this book is a history of the area, and the different towns including Crosby, North...more
Two volume set, rebacked a different times with differing spines. Volume one w...Two volume set, rebacked a different times with differing spines. Volume one with robust but plain modern spine. The spine of volume two (with bands) has cracked vertically through the leather with small segments weakly attached to head. Binding to...more
An interesting private printing that covers extremely detailed aspects ofthe ...An interesting private printing that covers extremely detailed aspects of the history of the cross and its origins. Simply signed with the author's name and no extra frills on the first front end page. Would fit as a unique part of any collection...more
First edition. 8vo. viii, 138, [6] pp. With eight full-page, and two half-page...First edition. 8vo. viii, 138, [6] pp. With eight full-page, and two half-page illustrations. In the publisher's glazed red cloth, ink-stamped to spine and front board. Title page printed in red and black. Ex libris of Bertha Betsy Mason to front...more
595pp.plus pubs ads. illus with fold-out map/ plate (all present as called for...595pp.plus pubs ads. illus with fold-out map/ plate (all present as called for. Interesting topography history interest & reference. A good copy - clean and bright with just a tad of light expected handling wear ( a thick book - so hinges a tad...more
This 195 page book describes thehistoryand development of Grayson County, Te...This 195 page book describes the history and development of Grayson County, Texas. It was previously in the personal library of Grover Ramsey as can be seen from the accompanying photos. The pages are clean and tight with no extraneous markings. A...more
Large heavy hardcover. Original tooled leather decorated in gilt, all edges gi...Large heavy hardcover. Original tooled leather decorated in gilt, all edges gilt, beveled edges, gilt dentelles. Hinges have been repaired. Wear and chipping to the leather which is still flaking, and rubbing to gilt edges. Decorative endpages with two...more
549pp, index, profusely illustrated with historical photographs and several ma...549pp, index, profusely illustrated with historical photographs and several maps, blue cloth with white titles at cover and spine, extremities worn, otherwise light general wear, ex-library with markings including "withdrawn" stamp at pastedowns and...more
HC, Good+; 1/2 burgundy leather over red pebbled cloth-covered boards, titles ...HC, Good+; 1/2 burgundy leather over red pebbled cloth-covered boards, titles and decoration in gold, beveled edges, all edges gilt, large thick 4to., multiple illustrations incl. many engraved portraits with tissue guards of (male) pillars of the...more
Used hard back book with brown leather embossed boards, gilt lettering and pag...Used hard back book with brown leather embossed boards, gilt lettering and page edgings; in good condition commensurate with age. Front board detached; spine damaged, spine and corners bumped. Contents clean and unmarked. First edition. Portfolio of...more
1st prnting; dj w/lite wear & rubbing only, lunclipped price in mylar; green c...1st prnting; dj w/lite wear & rubbing only, lunclipped price in mylar; green c w/gilt titles, lite shelf rubbing at edges; 442 clean, unmarked pages/index Size: 8 Vomore