Lin yutang editor (52 resultados)

Hardcover. Condición: Good. No Jacket. First Modern Library Edition. Previous owners name written inside on back of front board.

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Good. 1st Edition. The more common version of this book is one which combines and presumably compares the wisdow of China and India. This is the stand-along India version. Please find: "The Wisdom of India" by Lin Yutang, published by Carlton House of New York, dated 1942. Please see the photos of the Table of Contents for your information. Condition: This book is in very good condition. The dust jacket has a fair amont of edge wear, particularly on the top edge with small chips and tears. The finish of the dust jacket is also rubbed or scuffed and a bit darkened as a result. The hard covers are a bit dust-dulled but clean and only very slightly bumped. Inside, the book is unmarked and the pages are clean and bright, albeit a bit toned although I think that, given the rather uniform tone, it is the result of using inferior paper that was available during the Second World War. Both endpapers show darkening, the result of the acid of the binding glues. Both hinges are intact and the binding is tight and sound. This book is not ex-library or a remainderl.…

Cloth. Condición: Near Fine. Near Fine (in mylar). Gift quality copy, textblock appears unread. All page edges are straight and sound. Dark yellow cloth, slight tilt to the spine, minimally shelf worn. Unclippped dust jacket, minimally shelf worn, mylar sleeved. 347pp., including index. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Hardcover. …

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Good. worn dj w/front flap missing, tears and chipping, in mylar; gray Blumenthal binding w/gilt titles on green; Rockwell Kent end papers; 290 clean, unmarked pages+ publisher's listings.

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Very Good. Text is clean. Cover shows normal wear. Dust jacket shows some soiling to rear panel. DJ is not price clipped. Remainder stamp on bottom text edge. ; Toledano binding style '15', Blank endpapers, dust jacket style 'p1'. ; Modern Library; Vol. 306.1; 290 pages.…

Mass Market Paperback. Condición: Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: no dust jacket present. unknown (not visible in photos). The book is in good condition, with the cover showing some signs of wear, including minor creases and slight discoloration. There is no dust jacket, as is typical for mass-market paperbacks. The binding is intact, and the pages are clean, free from inscriptions or library markings.…

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Very Good. dj w/chipping, unclipped price, in mylar; red Blumenthal binding w/gilt titles on black; Rockwell Kent end papers; 290 clean, unmarked pages+publisher's listings.

Hardcover. Condición: very good. Very Good Copy. Customer Service Guaranteed.

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good-. No Dust Jacket. A Modern Library edition offering stories and aphorisms of the great Chinese philosopher, as well as an approximately 50-page "Life of Confucius" by Szema Ch'ien. Edited and translated with notes on Confucius and extensive additional information by Lin Yutang. Also with a map showing China in the time of Confucius. --- In Toledano spine 8 / pale green cloth / gilt titling on green spine & cover blocks / grey Kent endpapers / lacks the dust jacket. Likely published c.1959 (1938 date appears in book). ML #7.2. --- A tightly-bound, sound copy, though with prior owner's inked name to title page, brown spot of soiling to textblock fore-edge and sticker removal evidence to rear endpaper.; 12mo (7 to 7-1/2 in. tall); xvii, 290, [10, ads] pages.…

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Very Good. Book and dust jacket have been moderately worn, rubbed, and soiled.

Hardcover. Condición: Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Fair. Special Edition. Lin Yutang's Modern Library edition of The Wisdom of Confucius remains one of the most accessible translations for Western readers, offering a thoughtful blend of traditional texts and insightful commentary. Modern Library's mid-century format - with patterned endpapers, compact size, and durable cloth - adds charm and collectibility. This Modern Library edition presents the teachings of Confucius as edited and translated by Lin Yutang, whose influential scholarship helped introduce Confucian thought to Western readers. While the dust jacket shows heavy wear along the edges, its survival adds significant value for Modern Library collectors. The interior remains clean and readable, making this a meaningful addition to shelves focused on philosophy, world religions, and foundational Eastern texts.…

Hardcover. Condición: Good+. No Dust Jacket. Wear to edges and corners of book cover. Illustrated by Wong, Jeanyee (ilustrador).

xvii, (1), 290, (10)pp. 1 map. Sm. 8vo. Cloth. D.j.

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. No Jacket. First Edition, First Thus. Text/NEW & Bright. Gilt embossed red linen boards/VG/sound w/discoloration to upper front & trace soiling to back. DJ/None. Upper text block dyed green w/light spotting (water drops?) Scholarly presentation of Chinese of pre-Han classic Confucian socio-political thought by Lin Yutang (1895 - 1976), known for My Country & My People published in 1935, and the Gay Genius, 1947, biography of poet Su Tungpo. 290 pgs in 11 chapters: I, Introduction; II, The Life of Confucius (Szema Ch'ien); III, Central Harmony; III, Ethics & Politics; IV, Ethics & Politics; V, Aphorisms of Confucius; VI, First Discourse: Education through the Six Classics; VII, Second Discourse: An Interview with Duke Ai; VIII, Third Discourse: The Vision of a Social Order; IX, On Education; X, On Music; and XI, Mencius. Fine copy, less dustjacket & despite flaws.…

Hardcover. Condición: Good+. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Good+. Text is clean. Cover shows normal wear, upper corner front cover bumped. Dust jacket shows normal wear, minor chipping to spine ends, multiple blemish to front panel of DJ. Lower third of front free endpaper missing. Previous owner bookplate on front free endpaper. . This number was changed in the series from 7 to 306 in 1959. ; Toledano binding style '8', Kent endpapers, dust jacket style 'h5' listing 365 titles. First of two artwork releases. ; Modern Library; Vol. 7.2; 290 pages.…

Hardcover. Condición: Near Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Near Fine. The blue gray paper covers have black, yellow, and white dragon decorations with a yellow cloth spine covered boards The label on the spine with the title, author and illustrator's names is in black and gold. There is a clear glycine/plastic cover over the boards with a paper label in yellow, black, and white coloration. There is a small tear to this cover near the fold to the front flap. The illustrations in the book are in the same colors as the paper covered boards. There are also a few illustrations in black-and-white. The pages are evenly age toned and the spine ends are gently bumped. A clear protective cover has been added to protect the dust wrapper. Jeanyee Wong (ilustrador).…

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Very Good. 1st printing (Stated 1st) flexible brown c. w/gilt titles; dj w/lite chipping, unclipped, in mylar; 290 clean, unmarked pages (#306 in series) owner's name.

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Very Good. No Edition Or Printing Stated. Binding Style No. 8 From The Toledano Guide. 1938 On Copyright Page. Probably Published Late 50'S. Gray Linen Over Boards With Gilt Lettering Within Green Plates On The Front And Spine. Green Top Stain. The Top Stain Is A Little Faded. The Jacket Has Minor Wear.…

SOFTCOVER. Condición: Near Fine. 2nd Revised Edition. Small octavo softcover with red wraps; 82 pp.; color frontispiece. Tight binding clean throughout; sharp corners. Extremely minor fading to spine. Near Fine. One of 2,000 copies.

Hardcover. Condición: As New. No Jacket. 1st Edition.

hardcover. Condición: Fair. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Good. 1955, Modern Library Giant. Hardcover, in jacket. Front hinge broken, but still very readable. Text unmarked. An owner's name inside. Photos available. We ship daily. Expedited shipping available! (Heavy books & sets may require extra shipping charges.).…

Flexiboard. Condición: Very Good. No Jacket. Very Good hardcover. Spine sunned; head worn; light scuffing to boards; front endpaper missing; no jacket.

Hardcover. Condición: Nr. Very Good. No Jacket. Scrape on front cover. Owner's name.

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. No Jacket. First Edition, First Thus. Text/Faint creasing to lower corner of pg 199, else NEW & Bright. Gilt embossed green linen boards/Fine. DJ/None. Upper text edge dyed green. Author, Chinese inventor, linguist, novelist, philosopher, and translator, Lin Yutang (1895 - 1976) immigrated to America in 1935; keen mind w/formidable mastery of Chinese & English. This 1938 work is of the sage Confucius (c. 551- 479 BC) philosopher, an unsuccesful politician of the Spring and Autumn Period, who promoted personal & governmental ethics & morality, agreed upon correctness in social relationships, justice & sincerity. 290 pgs in 11 chapters: I, Introduction; II, The Life of Confucius (based on Szema Ch'ien's biography; III, Central Harmony; III, Ethics & Politics; IV, Ethics & Politics; V, Aphorisms of Confucius; VI, First Discourse: Education through the Six Classics; VII, Second Discourse: An Interview with Duke Ai; VIII, Third Discourse: The Vision of a Social Order; IX, On Education; X, On Music; and XI, Mencius. Fine copy, less dustjacket.…

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. No Jacket. At Words Matter Booksellers we provide at least 3 photos of all our items in lieu of detailed, but ultimately subjective, text descriptions. These include front, side and back photos and the copyright page. We will also provide high level text information for the standard, measurable book 'dimensions' as well as any exceptions or specific items that cannot be referenced in a photo. If you have questions about any of our listings, we will be happy to answer them or provide additional information and photos. Note also that our inventory is online only. Titles are not available in a public setting. Since receipt of all items, titles were only handled 1 time for digital photographs and a condition review by this bookseller. They have been stored in a temperature and humidity-controlled home/office library and will only be handled by the bookseller to mail to the buyer (or to provide additional information or photos for the buyer). Words Matter Booksellers donates 10% of profits to The Milwaukee Center for Children and Youth (MCCY). The Milwaukee Center for Children and Youth (MCCY) was founded to address gaps in services for kids who have been abused or neglected. Through personalized services, advocacy and education--including efforts to increase literacy--the organization works to inspire multi-generational change in children and families. MCCY is a 501(c)3 non-profit corporation (EIN #45-3068553).…

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. No Jacket. 1949 hardback, lacks dustjacket. Interior clean with no writing, marks or tears and all pages tight in binding, covers clean and unscuffed, faded to spine.

Hardcover. Condición: Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Good. Printed in 1976. Good in Good unclipped dust jacket; tanning and discoloration to dj, protected with mylar sleeve. Lightly used with no markings in text, pages corners are creased, binding is sturdy.

Hardcover. Condición: Fair. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Poor. 1104 Pages; Two Parts The Wisdom Of India; The Wisdom Of China. Pages Tight; Moderate Page Wear; Previous Owner Name Pasted On Labels On Front Inside Cover. Inner Spine Crease Iw Weakened And Split But All Pages Intact. Staining On Portions Of End Pages-Result Of Exposure Of Scotch Tape Used To Secure Dust Jacket To Book. Dust Jacket Has Black And Red Lettering With Ornate Designs On Front And Spine Of Dust Jacket. Dj Has Plastic Protector Held In Place With Old Scotch Tape; Some Staining, Discoloration And Foxing On Dj. A Comprehensive Treasury Of The Ageless Wit And Wisdom Of The East-With Interpretative Introductions And Many New Translations By Lin Yutang; Notes Parables And Chronological Tables. Section Titles Include: Indian Piety; Indian Imagination; Indian Humor; Buddhism; Glossary Of Hindu Words; Chinese Mysticism; Chinese Democracy; The Middle Way Chinese Poetry; Sketches Of Chinese Life; Chinese Wit And Wisdom; Pronunciation Of Chinese Names; Table Of Chinese Dynasties, Etc. Book Reveals An Enduring Work Of A Civilization Whose Philosophers Anticipated Socrates And Aristotle And Whose Moral Leaders Taught Doctrines Embodied In The Sermon On The Mount. Rare Vintage Copy.…

Red Cloth. Condición: Near Fine. Very Good (in mylar). First Edition/1st Printing. Textblock immaculate tight; Red cloth binding, bumped head and foot of the spine, otherwise bright and clean; Unclipped dust jacket with sunned spine, diagonally creased across the front cover; Jacket chipped and worn at the tips, sides are surface-scuffed and shelf worn; 229p. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Hardcover.…

Hardcover. Condición: Near Fine. No Jacket. First Thus. A Very Solid Clean Book, , No Marks Or Inscriptions Green Illustrated Boards With Red Linen Quarter Bind. , Gilt Title Presented But Faded . Black Slip Case With Paste Down Title Block. Shelf Rubbing To Sides And A Little Knocking Art Hear And Tail Of Open Edge. In Very Good Condition. Wong, Jeanyee (ilustrador).…