Bray mrs charles (37 resultados)

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

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

Condición: New.

Condición: New.

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

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

Condición: New.

Condición: New.

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

Hardcover/ Chap Book. Condición: Fair. New York; c 1870's; no publication date; poor condition, reading copy only; paper covered boards; illustrated cover, appears to be hand painted; book is disbound; no back strip; pages barley held together with a thread; Previous owner's name on ffep; interior is clean and unmarked; 64 pages; stored in a Gaylord pamphlet binder.…

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

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

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

Hardcover. Condición: good. 24mo; 64, 16 pages, embossed pictorial red cloth, ownership stamp on free endpaper, thumbnail chip in the spine, two black smudges on rear cover. Issued as no. 10 in The Tiny Library series. Richard Barton was a crippled man who made bird cages and cricket bats. The wounded bird was a green linnet. Eight full-page cuts, with additional cuts in the publisher's ads. Bray was a supporter of animals, and a friend to George Eliot.…

Condición: Fair. No Edition Stated. 160 pages. No dust jacket. Brown cloth with black lettering. B&W illustrations throughout. Mild brown staining to pages on occasion. Notable foxing and tanning to endpapers and page edges. Both hinges cracked. Mild wear and bumping to spine, board edges and corners, with scuffing, staining and marking to boards. Moderate tanning to spine.…

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book, written by the author, takes a fascinating look at the human body through the lens of our digestive system. The author delves into the wonders of how our bodies function and shares what scientists and medical professionals have discovered about the human body. Get ready to explore our amazing bodies and learn about the science of life. 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. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book unpacks the universal concepts of love, duty, and truth through the lens of family life, exploring their transformative power on individuals and their communities. By focusing on the family as both a microcosm and a foundation of society, the author provides a profound exploration of the human condition, drawing upon examples from history, literature, and everyday life to illuminate its insights. The book expertly navigates the intricate web of relationships between parents and children, siblings, and spouses, revealing the profound influence these bonds have on shaping our values, behaviors, and life trajectories. Ultimately, this book is not only a guide to living a more fulfilling family life but also a testament to the enduring significance of love, duty, and truth as cornerstones of human existence. 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. Condición: Good. No Jacket. Third Edition. Pages are yellowing with age but clean. Boards have wear, corners are worn.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book follows Anna, a young woman in 14th century Ghent, whose plight unfolds against the backdrop of civil unrest. As her father, John Lyon, becomes a leader of the rebellion against the Earl of Flanders, Anna laments the increasingly bloody struggle. The author analyzes the motivations of this rebellion and the Countess of Artois's ruthless machinations against Lyon, showing how Ghent becomes a proxy battleground for the warring factions. As Anna navigates her increasingly dangerous life, she questions the allegiances she has long held, and indeed, the very nature of justice and mercy. Ultimately, this book is a compelling portrait of one woman's experience in tumultuous times, while also masterfully illustrating the broader historical forces that have shaped the course of Western history. 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. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This historical fiction transports readers to 14th century Flanders during a time of great prosperity and power. The people of Ghent enjoy a wealthy lifestyle and have become somewhat arrogant due to their success. The story centers around two characters: Lewis de Male, the Earl of Flanders, and Jacob Von Artaveld, his wise advisor. Together, they have helped the people of Ghent flourish, but their power has led to internal strife and conflict with neighboring towns like Bruges. The author delves into themes of power, corruption, greed, and the human condition. This book provides a captivating glimpse into a pivotal moment in history, exploring the complexities of human nature and the consequences of unchecked ambition. 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. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book opens with an intense scene set amidst a rebellion in the city of Bruges. Against this backdrop, the unlikely duo of Anna and the Earl of Flanders find themselves thrown together in a struggle for survival. Their paths intertwine as they navigate this chaotic landscape filled with danger, treachery, and unexpected alliances. Exploring the themes of loyalty, deceit, and the nature of heroism, the author delves into the complexities of human allegiances and the choices that define us in times of great upheaval. Through the characters' poignant and often conflicting perspectives, this book offers a nuanced examination of the motivations that shape our actions and the consequences they carry. Ultimately, this book invites readers to reflect on the profound impact that historical events have on individuals and the ways in which these events test and shape our most fundamental beliefs. 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. Condición: Good/NO DUSTJACKET. London, UK: S. W. Partridge & Company. Good/NO DUSTJACKET. ca 1898. . Hardcover. 12mo., 160, 16 pp., cover rubbed, soiled, bumped, writing on ffe, page toning . Black & White Illustrations (ilustrador).

Hardcover. Condición: Fine. 1st Edition. ND c1895 frontis, [iv],160, 16pp cat. Pub. brown cloth with gilt tiles and black illus. to the cover. A lovely copy with no fading, wear, marks or inscriptions.

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. Four Volumes, First Three Dated 1878 On Title Page, Fourth Dated 1879, 7 1/8" Tall. Xxxviii, 434; Iv, 398 With Folding Table At End; Xii, 399; Viii, 469 Pp. Many Plates, Well Made And Well Reproduced, Frontispieces With Tissue Guards. Four Volumes, Half Polished Tan Calf, Spines Gilt, 5 Bands, With Red Title Labels, Dark Green Volume Number Labels, Calf Tips, Over Marbled Paper Covered Boards, Matching Endpapers All Edges Marbled In Matching Colors. Leather Intact Without Chipping Or Fraying But Some Surface Wear/Abrasion; Boards Worn With Loss Of Color And With Some Loss Of Paper Right Along Edges. Hinges Tight And Solid. No Names Or Marks. Anomalous Browning In Center 2/3 Of Two Lower Compartments Of Spines Of Each Volume; Perhaps Due To Paper Labels, But No Trace Of Such Nor Any Damage Other Than The Browning. Engraved Plates (ilustrador).…

Hardcover. Condición: Good. No Jacket. Redish brown cover with gold lettering and black design shows a little edgewear. Interior clean. Pictures on request.

Decorative Cloth. Condición: Good. No Jacket. Previous owner's name and date of 1886 on FFEP. Interior clean and unmarked. Worn edges and corners. Cocked spine. 151 pages.

Condición: Very Good. First edition. Hardback. Octavo. (iv), 160pp. Original illustrated blue cloth. Covers slightly worn and marked, spine with fading, lightly shaken, pages slightly age toned, otherwise very good. No jacket. No date, c.1871.

Cloth. Condición: Very Good. [iv], 160 pages, and 24 page Partridge list at rear. No stated date of issue. 1904 prize inscription to front pastedown; stamp of Seascale and Lake District Horticultural Society; bookseller's ticket of R. Burlington, Whitehaven. Light rubbing to cloth; leaves toned, an occasional spot of foxing, else a clean unmarked interior. Binding is sound. 7.5 x 5.1 inches.…

Cloth. Condición: Very Good. [iv], 160 pages, and 16 page Partridge list at rear. No stated date of issue. Light rubbing to cloth; tideline to first and final leaf, else a clean unmarked interior. Binding is sound. 7.4 x 5.2 inches.

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. No Dust Jacket. First Edition. Brown boards with bright gilt titling to the spine and the front cover. The front board has black banding/decoration and the rear cover has the same decoration but blind stamped. This is the ORIGINAL First Edition 1882. Floral endpapers. (No half title - was there ever one? ) Two former owners' names/dates in ink on the top of the Title page. 156 pp. Contents are divided into 2 Parts - Part 1 has 13 Chapters with titles including = 'Life and Love'; 'Home and Love'; 'Home and Duty'; 'A Child's First duty'; 'The Teachings of Conscience- Truth'; 'Self-Respect'; etc. Part 2 has 18 Chapters with titles including = 'The Family of Mankind'; Social Duty'; 'Honest Work'; 'Our Debts to Society'; 'Our Debts to the Animals that Feed and clothe us .' ; 'Patriotism'; 'The Good that Conquers Evil'; etc. Every chapter is punctuated with extracts in verse that range from Shelley to Longfellow, and at the end of each chapter a brief question session for teachers/pupils which reinforces the argument/lesson in the chapter. Caroline Bray was a great friend and influence on George Eliot - " The accomplished Cara Bray, 'always [George Eliot's] most sympathetic friend' (Haight, p. 144) , wrote a number of popular educational books 'notable for their clearness and simplicity' and 'expressing the sweet nature to which George Eliot, among others, paid tribute in her letters and journals' (DNB, Oxford DNB).". " In 1841 Mary Ann [not yet 'Marian'] Evans (George Eliot) was introduced to Cara and Charles Bray, 'who were to be her most intimate friends during the next thirteen years', until her elopement with G. H. Lewes. 'It is impossible to overestimate the importance of Mary Ann's introduction to the Brays' (Haight, pp. 36, 44). Apart from the value of their warm friendship, the years of discussion and enquiry with the sceptical Charles and the religious Cara had a crucial influence on Mary Ann's own religious opinions. ." . A very scarce and quite important title. " This 'excellent little book' is one of her 'most important' (DNB). It would be hard to find a more attractive guide to popular Victorian morality.".; 12mo 7" - 7½" tall.…