James and ben long (13 resultados)

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Very Good. HARDCOVER; in very good condition with dustjacket. Book.

Hardcover. Condición: As New. Like New. A nice hardcover in a protective Mylar sleeve with a crisp dust jacket, a tight binding and an unmarked text. From a private smoke free collection. Shipping within 24 hours a tracking number and delivery confirmation.

Hardcover. Condición: New. Estado de la sobrecubierta: New. PHOTO AND VIDEO OF PAGES TAKEN TO SHOW CONDITION PRIOR TO SHIPPING; PHOTOS EMAILED FOR MORE SPECIFICS WHEN REQUESTED. Book.

Softcover. Condición: Very good condition. 453 - 600 pp. Volume 57, Number 4 (January 2001). Softcover.

Hardback. Condición: Used. In a literary landscape cluttered with tomes that proclaim to unravel the secrets of history, ?The Plot Against Pepys? dares to flip the script, quite literally. Here we have a concoction so rich in irony it could only be brewed in a mindspring of two authors, James Long and Ben Long, who apparently decided that Samuel Pepys?a figure often overshadowed by his own diary habits?needed a little more drama in his life. After all, who doesn?t love a plot twist about a man whose biggest scandal is his penchant for chronicling his own affairs (both romantic and otherwise) in a way that makes modern social media look like a quaint coffee break? This book, published in the glory days of 2007?an era when everyone was just beginning to realise that social media might not be the cure-all for human connection?takes us on an unexpected jaunt through the life of Pepys. But hold onto your quills, folks! This isn?t just a biography filled with musty memoirs and dry history; it?s a raucous romp that imagines Pepys as the unwitting centerpiece in a grand conspiracy, where the stakes are as high as a Restoration-era wig. The Longs, in their infinite wisdom, seem to ask: What if Pepys wasn?t just an observer of history but a pawn in a much larger game? Expect to uncover a smorgasbord of delightful eccentricities as the authors weave together an elaborate narrative that leaves no stone unturned?except perhaps those connected to actual historical accuracy. Fans of the ?bizarre yet brilliant? genre will find themselves tiptoeing through a landscape where facts and fancies twine together like an overgrown garden in the back of a derelict stately home. The writing sparkles with wit sharper than a 17th-century rapier, leaving you wondering if the Pepys you thought you knew was merely a cover for the real drama unfolding behind the curtains of history. Now, if you were hoping for a straightforward historical account, prepare for disappointment. Instead, you?ll be treated to a cavalcade of whimsical characters, possibly including a talking cat or a ghostly apparition of Oliver Cromwell for good measure. Why not? After all, the authors seem to have thrown caution to the wind, opting instead for a narrative that marries the absurd with the profound. Who knew that Pepys had such a riveting life beyond his descriptions of the Great Fire of London? Condition: This tome is used, and as such, it carries the delightful patina of time?think of it as a literary vintage wine, perhaps a bit corked but still brimming with character. Pages may be dog-eared or exhibit the occasional coffee stain, which only adds to its charm. Markings of previous readers may haunt the margins like wayward spirits, offering unsolicited commentary on Pepys? escapades. Embrace the imperfections; they?re what make this book feel lived in, much like an antique shop crammed with quirky artifacts. Among the many peculiarities this book offers, you might find: A secret society of Pepys enthusiasts plotting to reclaim his legacy. A love letter from a mysterious figure, penned in deliciously ornate calligraphy. Discussions of the merits of 17th-century fish stew?because why not? Unexpected tangents into the life of various minor characters that may or may not exist. Footnotes that might just be more entertaining than the main text itself. So grab your quill and ink, or at least your best caffeinated beverage, and prepare to embark on an adventure that?s as twisted as Pepys? own diary entries. Whether you?re a history buff or someone who simply enjoys a good chuckle at the absurdities of life, ?The Plot Against Pepys? promises to be a delightful diversion. Find your next literary oddity at Crappy Old Books, where every page turned is a step into the wonderfully weird world of second-hand treasures. THIS BOOK BEARS THE CRAPPY OLD BOOKS STAMP. IF THAT IS UNDESIRABLE PLEASE DO NOT BUY THIS. THE STAMP MARKS WHICH IS USUALLY TO THE FRONT AND BACK INNER PAGES SAYS SOLD BY CRAPPY OLD BOOKS WITH WEB SITE URL. IT IN NO WAY DEMINISHED FROM THE READING. IF YOU WANT A PRISTINE BOOK, PLEASE FIND ANOTHER BOOK IN BETTER CONDITION SOMEWHERE ELSE.…

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. y Very Good. y 1st Edition. London: Faber & Faber Ltd, 2007. Book. Very Good. Red Cloth Boards. 1st Edition. 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. Account of an investigation by Samuel Pepys, in an effort to escape execution for treason, into the life and crimes of his accuser, Colonel John Scott. 322pp with index, illustrated with 8 pages of colour and black and white photographs. Beige lettering to spine, grey endpapers. Minor bumping to spine and slight sunning to edges, otherwise very good copy with no inscriptions. Unclipped DJ has slight edge and surface wear, otherwise very good. Book. …

Hardcover. Condición: As New. Estado de la sobrecubierta: As New. Presumed 1st. Pub by The Overlook Press, 2007, NAP, presumed 1st Edition, incl complete Printing Line. NOT exLib. As-New cond. hardcover w/ As-New unclipped dustjacket. Illus in color & b&w. 322pp incl index. Square, straight, tight, bright & clean, overall As-New cond. Same or next day shipping. Please email any questions. …

Hardcover. Condición: As New. Estado de la sobrecubierta: As New. 1st Edition. Type: Book pp XIV, 322. 1st printing.

Condición: Good. 2007. First Edition. 322 pages. Signed by the author. Beige pictorial dust jacket over red cloth. Signed by both authors, James Long and Ben Long. Pages are lightly tanned at the edges, with light foxing. Occasional thumb marks to pages edges. Binding has remained firm. Boards have slight shelf wear, with bumping to corners. Light wear to unclipped dust jacket with tears, nicks and creases to spine, edge and corners.…

Hardcover. Condición: VG+. Red cloth with cream-colored lettering on spine; Color illus. dj.; 322 pp.; 16 color and bw figures. Uses Pepys's own diaries to tell the story of his imprisonment in the Tower of London and his investigation into his accuser, Colonel John Scott.

Hardcover. Condición: Near Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Fine. 1st Edition. Dustwrapper, pp.xiv, 322. Illustrated. Browning to text block trims. Near fine in fine wrapper.

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Very Good.

Condición: Fine. First edition hard back binding in publisher's original scarlet paper covers, cream title and author lettering to the spine, black end papers. 8vo. 8½'' x 6''. Contains 322 printed pages of text with colour and monochrome illustrations and photographs to the centre. Fine condition book in Fine condition dust wrapper, not price clipped. Dust wrapper supplied in archive acetate film protection, this preserves and prolongs the life of the paper, it is not adhered to the book or to the dust wrapper. Member of the P.B.F.A. ISBN 9780571227136 ENGLISH HISTORY.…