june 1895 (51 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Hardcover. Condición: Good. No Jacket. Kozlowski, Note Ilustrador. 2nd Edition. In Yiddish. Second, improved edition. 96 pages. 195 x 140 mm. Illustrated. Wear to spine.

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. Henry Clarence Pitz (June 16, 1895 - November 26, 1976) Ilustrador. 1st Edition. This tells the story of the young Scotsman David Crawfurd and his adventures in South Africa, where a native uprising under the charismatic black minister John Laputa is tied to the medieval legend of Prester John. This copy is the 1938 reprint of the 1910 original first printing hardback in very good condition with a tight, straight binding . There is no dustjacket and the book measuring 9.5" x7.25 ",will be carefully wrapped and boxed for safe shipping to you. A previous owner's name is on the inside cover.

Hardcover. Condición: Good. No Jacket. In Yiddish. 160 pages. 191 x 141 mm. Sixth improved edition. Book's spine is dilapidated but internally the book is in excellent condition and printed on very good paper. With historiated initials and illustrations throughout. A Yiddish primer composed by the pedagogue Israel Steinbaum, who was the founder of Camp Harmony in Warren, New Jersey and was also very involved in the Groyser verterbukh fun der yidisher shprakh project. YISROEL SHTEYNBOYM (ISRAEL STEINBAUM) (April 15, 1895 Stashev (Staszów), Poland - June 19, 1979 Miami, Florida) was an educator and the author of textbooks. His early education was in religious schools. He came to the United States and took up a variety of trades. He studied at Boston College and at the Teachers' College of Columbia University. From 1914 he was a teacher in the Jewish National Labor Alliance, the Workmen's Circle, and later the Sholem-Aleichem Folkshul. He was one of the founders of the Jewish teachers' seminary in New York as well as one of the pioneers of the modern Jewish school in America. In 1926 he became director of the Jewish children's colony in New Jersey, and there he later established, and ran until 1945, the first private Jewish "Home School" in America. In the years 1955-1970, he was secretary of the committee to publish Der groyser yidisher verterbukh (The great Yiddish dictionary) (New York, 1961-). He settled in Miami in 1970. He debuted in print with an article in Idisher kemfer (Jewish fighter) in New York. He went on to contribute to: Yivo-bleter (Pages from YIVO), Yidishe shprakh (Yiddish language), Shriftn (Writings), Kultur un dertsiung (Culture and education), Di naye velt (The new world), Idishe sotsyalistishe monatshrift (Jewish socialist monthly writing), Di feder (The pen), Ertsiung (Education), and Shul un lerer (School and teacher), among others. He mostly wrote about educational matters and reviews of textbooks and children's literature. He co-edited and later himself edited the journal if the Workmen's Circle, Kinderland (Children's land). His books include: Shpilbukh far kleyn un groys (Playbook for children and adults) (New York: Workmen's Circle, 1921), 128 pp.; Leyenbikher far der idisher shul (Textbooks for the Jewish school) (New York: Maks N. Mayzel, 1924), 6 vols., with a variety of subsequent editions through 1937; Metodik fun ershtn yor idish, hantbukh far lerer (Method for teaching the first year of Yiddish, a handbook for teachers) (New York: Ertsiung, 1924), 127 pp.;Unzer folk, a leyenbukh far eltere kinder (Our people, a textbook for older children) (New York: Ertsiung, 1932), 416 pp.; Der vokabular farn onheyber-klas in der amerikaner yidisher shul (The vocabulary for the beginner class of the Yiddish school in America) (New York: YIVO, 1944), 78 pp.; Di geshikhte fun yidishn lerer-seminar un folks-universitet in nyu-york, 1918-1968 (The history of the Jewish teachers' seminary and the People's University in New York, 1918-1968) (Jerusalem, 1978/1979), 84 pp.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the history of grain elevators in the United States, from their inception as simple structures to the complex and efficient facilities they are today. The author explores the various types of elevators, their construction and operation, and the role they play in the grain industry. The book also examines the economic and social impact of grain elevators on the development of the United States, and discusses the challenges and opportunities facing the industry in the future. 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.

Hard back binding in publisher's original burgundy cloth covers, gilt lettering to spine and upper panel. Quarto 9½'' x 7'' [vi] 261 printed pages of text. Ink name to front end paper, foxing to end papers and page edges, slightly sun faded spine, binding firm. Member of the P.B.F.A. NAPOLÉON Bonaparte.

Hardcover. Condición: Acceptable. No Jacket. Kozlowski, Neta (1906 - ?) Ilustrador. In Yiddish. 96 pages. 195 x 143 mm. Leaves detached and separated from the hardcover boards. First and last half dozen leaves water stained.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book surveys the literary output of the Lutheran press at Wittenberg during the life of Martin Luther. During Luther's lifetime, approximately 500 of his separate works were printed at Wittenberg, and many of them appeared there more than once. As most of Luther's writing was also reprinted in various parts of Germany, the number of editions that appeared at Wittenberg during that period cannot be estimated at less than 1000. The book provides information on the role of prominent printers who were working at Wittenberg during Luther's life, such as Johann Grunenberg, Melchior Lotter, Nicholas Schirlentz, Georg Rhau, Hans Lufft, Hans Weiss, Joseph Klug, Hanns Bart, Peter Seitz, Hans Frischmuth and Veit Creutzer. 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.

Hard back binding in publisher's original cream cloth covers, turquoise and black title block lettering and Eucharist cup to the spine and to the front cover. 8vo. 7½'' x 5¼''. Rubáiyát over 136 pages carrying the 75 quatrains of Edward FitzGerald's version enriched with 8 full-page single-sided colour illustrations by Gilbert James, framed decorations to the text block pages. Ink message inside and in Very Good condition. Member of the P.B.F.A. Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book is a collection of sermons and papers from the late Bishop of Lincoln. The sermons cover various topics, including the importance of prayer, the nature of faith, and the need for Christian unity. The papers cover a range of historical and theological topics, including the life of St. Paul, the concept of the atonement, and the relationship between the Church and the State. The insights in this book are valuable for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of the Christian faith. 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 presents an in-depth exploration of street railway electric traction, examining its evolution from the initial experimental lines to the extensive networks operating in major cities by the end of the 19th century. The author provides detailed accounts of the technological advancements that shaped electric street railways, including the development of electric motors, power generation, and distribution systems. The book also delves into the economic and social impacts of electric street railways, highlighting their role in urban development and the transformation of daily life for urban populations. Through a comprehensive analysis of primary sources, including technical journals, engineering reports, and company archives, the author offers a nuanced understanding of the factors that drove the adoption and expansion of electric street railways, and their profound impact on urban transportation. 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.

Hard back binding in publisher's original burgundy cloth covers, gilt lettering to spine and upper panel. Quarto 9½'' x 7'' [vi] 261 printed pages of text. Ink name to front end paper, foxing to end papers and page edges, slightly sun faded spine, binding firm. Member of the P.B.F.A. NAPOLÉON Bonaparte.

Hard back binding in publisher's original burgundy cloth covers, gilt title lettering and Eucharist cup to the spine, gilt lettering to the front cover. 8vo. 7½'' x 5¼''. Rubáiyát over 136 pages carrying the 75 quatrains of Edward FitzGerald's version enriched with 8 full-page single-sided colour illustrations by Gilbert James, framed decorations to the text block pages. Ink message to the front free end paper and in Very Good condition. Member of the P.B.F.A. Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám.

Hard back binding in publisher's original burgundy cloth covers, gilt lettering to spine and upper panel. Quarto 9½'' x 7'' [vi] 261 printed pages of text. Pencil name to front end paper, foxing to end papers and page edges, small ink stain to very slightly faded spine, binding firm. Member of the P.B.F.A. NAPOLÉON Bonaparte.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the Scottish Alexander Book, an essential text in understanding the complex relationship between Scotland, England, and Scandinavia during the Middle Ages. The author delves into the book's historical context, tracing its origins and evolution through various redactions and translations. Exploring its thematic depth, the author sheds light on the book's portrayal of Alexander the Great as a chivalrous hero, its exploration of kingship and governance, and its insights into medieval notions of identity and nationhood. Through a meticulous analysis of the text, the author uncovers the book's significance as a reflection of the cultural and political landscape of its time, offering a valuable lens through which to view the intricate tapestry of medieval Europe. 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 chronicles the history and events of the Syracuse Central Library, located in Syracuse, New York. Beginning with the founding of the Library in 1857 as a collection of school libraries to its 1893 transformation into a public library, the author details the library's evolution over several decades. The book also discusses the challenges of securing a permanent, purpose-built space while balancing the increasing demand for the library's services with the limitations of its budget. Finally, the author recounts the construction of a dedicated library building and reflects on the significance of the public library as a cultural institution and a resource for the community. 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: Fair. No Jacket. In Yiddish. 160 pages. 191 x 141 mm. Fourth improved edition. Title page has closed tear. Penciled on front free end paper: "6:30. Joe Hotchkiss Ted Lawrence Terry Lawrence Major Campbel Captiain Lopez" Second edition. Bound in blue cloth, with historiated initials and illustrations throughout. One of many version of this Yiddish primer composed by the pedagogue Israel Steinbaum. WorldCat lists only one copy (U of Ottawa), with less than 10 of any edition on OCLC as well. The author was the founder of Camp Harmony in Warren, New Jersey; he also was heavily involved in the Groyser verterbukh fun der yidisher shprakh project. YISROEL SHTEYNBOYM (ISRAEL STEINBAUM) (April 15, 1895 Stashev (Staszów), Poland - June 19, 1979 Miami, Florida) was an educator and the author of textbooks. His early education was in religious schools. He came to the United States and took up a variety of trades. He studied at Boston College and at the Teachers' College of Columbia University. From 1914 he was a teacher in the Jewish National Labor Alliance, the Workmen's Circle, and later the Sholem-Aleichem Folkshul. He was one of the founders of the Jewish teachers' seminary in New York as well as one of the pioneers of the modern Jewish school in America. In 1926 he became director of the Jewish children's colony in New Jersey, and there he later established, and ran until 1945, the first private Jewish "Home School" in America. In the years 1955-1970, he was secretary of the committee to publish Der groyser yidisher verterbukh (The great Yiddish dictionary) (New York, 1961-). He settled in Miami in 1970. He debuted in print with an article in Idisher kemfer (Jewish fighter) in New York. He went on to contribute to: Yivo-bleter (Pages from YIVO), Yidishe shprakh (Yiddish language), Shriftn (Writings), Kultur un dertsiung (Culture and education), Di naye velt (The new world), Idishe sotsyalistishe monatshrift (Jewish socialist monthly writing), Di feder (The pen), Ertsiung (Education), and Shul un lerer (School and teacher), among others. He mostly wrote about educational matters and reviews of textbooks and children's literature. He co-edited and later himself edited the journal if the Workmen's Circle, Kinderland (Children's land). His books include: Shpilbukh far kleyn un groys (Playbook for children and adults) (New York: Workmen's Circle, 1921), 128 pp.; Leyenbikher far der idisher shul (Textbooks for the Jewish school) (New York: Maks N. Mayzel, 1924), 6 vols., with a variety of subsequent editions through 1937; Metodik fun ershtn yor idish, hantbukh far lerer (Method for teaching the first year of Yiddish, a handbook for teachers) (New York: Ertsiung, 1924), 127 pp.;Unzer folk, a leyenbukh far eltere kinder (Our people, a textbook for older children) (New York: Ertsiung, 1932), 416 pp.; Der vokabular farn onheyber-klas in der amerikaner yidisher shul (The vocabulary for the beginner class of the Yiddish school in America) (New York: YIVO, 1944), 78 pp.; Di geshikhte fun yidishn lerer-seminar un folks-universitet in nyu-york, 1918-1968 (The history of the Jewish teachers' seminary and the People's University in New York, 1918-1968) (Jerusalem, 1978/1979), 84 pp.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book is a comprehensive monthly review of scientific progress and one of the first of its kind. This book published research and discoveries in biology, chemistry, geology, meteorology, microscopy, and physics. It provided early analysis of groundbreaking research and spanned a vast array of topics including acoustics, anthropology, and zoology. It also included obituaries, book reviews, and discussion of scientific societies. Through accessibility, it became instrumental in uniting scientists across disciplines. 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.

Hard back binding in publisher's original cream cloth covers, turquoise and black title block lettering and Eucharist cup to the spine and to the front cover. 8vo. 7½'' x 5¼''. Rubáiyát over 136 pages carrying the 75 quatrains of Edward FitzGerald's version enriched with 8 full-page single-sided colour illustrations by Gilbert James, framed decorations to the text block pages. Very Good condition book, in Very Good condition dust wrapper with light rubbing to the edges, dust wrapper protected. Member of the P.B.F.A. Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám.

Hard back binding in publisher's original olive cloth covers, gilt title lettering to the spine, symmetrical Persian design and gilt vignette to the front cover, top edge gilt. 8vo. 8½'' x 6''. Rubáiyát over 160 pages carrying the 75 quatrains of Edward FitzGerald's version enriched with 12 full-page single-sided paper-guarded photogravures after Drawings by Gilbert James. Ink name inside dated 1906 and in Very Good condition. Member of the P.B.F.A. Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the life and career of Cromwell in Wales, a region where he played a pivotal role in the English Civil War. It demonstrates Cromwell's significance as a military leader and a key figure in the establishment of the Commonwealth. The author draws on a wealth of research to illuminate Cromwell's strategies, motivations, and impact on Welsh history, shedding light on his complex character and the lasting legacy of his actions. 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 explores the complex relationship between humans and Divine powers, delving into both the profound mysteries and pragmatic applications of the connection. The author, drawing upon historical context and philosophical insights, illuminates the transformative potential of dedicating one's life to a higher purpose. They emphasize the significance of aligning one's will with the Divine and the profound impact it can have on personal growth and societal harmony. Through accessible language and thought-provoking examples, the book encourages readers to embrace a deeper understanding of the Divine and its role in shaping 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.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a detailed exploration of Old Testament criticism and the resulting reevaluation of the Northern Kingdom of Israel. The author thoroughly examines the historical and religious significance of this kingdom, challenging the traditional view that it was insignificant compared to the kingdom of Judah. The book draws upon a wealth of biblical sources, including the newly discovered Sinaitic manuscript, to present a nuanced understanding of the Northern Kingdom's role in the larger narrative of Israel's history. Challenging conventional wisdom, this book sheds new light on the kingdom's spiritual and material importance, reevaluating its place within the broader context of Old Testament 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.