Dryden linsley phelps (13 resultados)

Soft cover. Condición: Fine. Chengdu: West China Union University Harvard-Yenching Institute, 1936. Folio. Stiff wrappers. Chinese title mounted as a paper label on front cover. Chinese side stitching. A remarkably well-preserved copy. Very fine. Rare thus. The first description in Chinese of China's four sacred Buddhist mountains in Sichuan Province. It was published in the summer of 1891. This bilingual edition (with parallel text) was published in 1936, and includes approximately 60 mountain scene illustrations along with lengthy captions. 46 poems are also printed. With the approval of the Guanxu Emperor, Huang Shoufu oversaw the Chinese edition between 1887 and 1891. Tang Zhongyue, a poet and artist, visited Omei Mountain to make sketches for the illustrations. The translator, Dryden Phelps, was an American missionary. Mount Omei is a 3,099-metre-tall mountain in Sichuan Province, the highest of the Four Sacred Buddhist Mountains of China.…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. stab-bound copy, profusely illustrated, Chinese and English text.

Softcover. Condición: Fine. Reprint. cxviii, 354 pp.; double leaves; blue paper covers lettered in gilt, in Asian style sewn binding. Double page black & white illustrations from woodcuts throughout, with other reproductions of calligraphic inscriptions. Text in Chinese with English translation. Originally published in Chengdu, 1936.; 4to 11" - 13" tall; Mount Omei (also Emei) is one of the Four Sacred Buddhist Mountains of China, located in Sichuan Province. This mountain is famous for its stunning scenery, ancient temples, and rich cultural heritage. A specific section of the ascent up Mount Emei, known for its challenging and winding path is referred to as the 99 turns, or bends. This part of the journey involves navigating numerous sharp turns and steep inclines, making it a physically demanding segment of the pilgrimage or trek. The name "99 Turns" emphasizes the arduous nature of the climb. …

Softcover. Condición: Very good. No jacket. In Chinese with English translation. Reprint of the 1936 edition. In a Asian style sewn binding. Some shelfwear.

Paperback. Condición: Good. First Edition. Presentation copy, signed and inscribed with a half-page inscription by translator and his wife, Christmas, 1945, in English and Chinese. 456 pages, stab-bound reverse-fold. A Good copy in the original lavender wraps, printed cover label (wraps have some fading, tears, chips, and tape repairs). The text is clean and crisp.…

Paperback. Condición: Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. Chengtu, Szechwan: West China Union University, 1936, 1936 First edition. Folio, 32.4*18.3cm, 228 double leaves. Sewn binding. Front and back paper covers chipped at edges, otherwise a fine copy with clean pages and firm binding. Signed and Inscribed by Dryden Linsley Phelps. More photos available upon request. Signed by Author(s). 1st Edition. Soft cover. Good/No Jacket.…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. Hong Kong: Cosmos Books Ltd., 1982, 1982 First edition. 12mo, 18.3*12.9cm, xii, 177pp. Inscribed by the translator Katherine Willmott on the first blank leaf, and also signed by Dryden Phelps' wife Margaret. A collection of 90 poems about the sacred Mount Omei, spanning 1300 years (from the Tang Dynasty to the 20th Century) with parallel text in English and the original Chinese. Light wear to the corners, else a very Good copy. More photos available upon request. Signed by Author(s). 1st Edition. Soft cover. Very Good/No Jacket.…

Paperback. Condición: Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. Chengtu, Szechwan: West China Union University, 1936, 1936 First edition. Folio, 32.4*18.3cm, 228 double leaves. Sewn binding. Front and back paper covers chipped and torn at edges, now mounted on heavy stock paper,otherwise a fine copy with clean pages and firm binding. Text in Chinese and English, with translations of poetry relating to the site. Inscribed by Phelps on first page in 1944; enclosed is a letter on Omei letterhead from Phelps to the host of some event where he spoke. There's also a card inserted in the book, presenting the book to the person addressed in the letter, dated 1940. More photos available upon request. Signed by Author(s). 1st Edition. Soft cover. Good/No Jacket.…

Soft cover. Condición: Very Good. First edition, first printing. of this translation, 228 double leaves. Sewn binding. Front and back paper covers, measuring approx. 12.5 x 7 inches; enclosed in dark blue Chinese-style folding case with binder label of "Sam Ying Co., Bookbinder, Hong Kong" on pastedown; ex-library [withdrawn] with some of the usual marks, internally nearly Fine condition.…

Condición: Very Good. reprinted from the 1936 harvard-yenching institute ed. pp.cxvii-354.english and chinese txt, chinese style sewn binding, beautiful woodprint repr. Cheng-tu, Szechwan: Jih Hsing Yin Shua Kung Yeh She, 1936. First edition in English. The first guide book in English on Mount Omei. With an English Translation by Dryden Linsley Phelps . Pictures Redrawn from the Original Plates by Yu Tzu-tan. Tall quarto. [454] pp. Profusely illustrated with double-page woodblock illustrations. Text in Chinese and English. Printed on double leaves in the Chinese Style. Original wrappers, paper label on front cover. Title ("Mount Omei") on front cover in English and Chinese. Part of a series issued by the West China Union University, Harvard-Yenching Institute. Very scarce. The double-page plates begin with a Panoramic View of Mount Omei from the South Gate of Omei-hsien to the Summit, showing all the defiles, watercourses, monasteries, peaks, cliffs, and ancient relics which must be passed. The remaining plates provide a look at each of the 72 monasteries of P'u-hsien, showing the architecture, grounds, paths, etc. The corresponding text, in English and Chinese, provides a detailed walking tour with historical annotations. …

LeatherBound. Condición: 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: 1122. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1929 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: 1122.…

Leather Bound. Condición: New. 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 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1929. 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:- 1122, 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. 1122 1122.…

Leather Bound. Condición: New. 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 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1929. 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:- 1128, 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. 1128 1128.…