Oldys william ed (13 resultados)

Condición: New.

Condición: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condición: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Hardcover (Full Leather). Condición: Fair Condition. First Edition. Contemporary calf, worn, front hinge cracked but binding sound. Lacking title and first preliminary, begins with the preface, first page of preface trimmed at the top, browning to page edges, scattered foxing, otherwise clean. [Lacks A1 & 2, including t.p. ] xxiii,[264]pp. Charming collection of epigrams, apart from the misogyny. Size: Octavo (8vo). Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 1 kilo. Category: Literature & Literary; Inventory No: 045449. …

Condición: New.

Hardcover. Condición: Good. First edition, 1747, 6 vols in 7 large 4tos in full leather tree bindings, with gilt borders to boards and gilt detailing and lettering on black labels to spine. All are complete and in good condition considering their age, with ex libris stickers to front pastedown, all foxed without loss of text, with expected age wear to leather boards, individual faults described below. Vol 1: front board detached, leather chipped away at bottom right corner, binding fragile on back board, front endpapers creased without loss, both spine labels missing. Vol 2: bindings fragile on both boards, small burn? mark on front board, leather chipped away at corners, endpapers foxed, both spine labels missing. Vol 3: leather slightly chipped at corners, water stain to front flyleaf, lower spine label missing. Vol. 4: leather chipped away at corners, front endpapers creased at top right corner, lower spine label missing. Vol. 5: binding fragile on front board, corners v slightly chipped, both spine labels missing. Vol. 6: both boards detached, corners slightly chipped, lower spine label missing. Vol. 7: Binding fragile on rear board, corners slightly chipped, lower spine label missing, upper spine label chipped, small hole in leather on front board. Due to its size and weight, this item may incur extra shipping charges.…

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. 1st Edition. First edition, 8vo, xxiii, [1], 262, [12]pp catalogue, complete. A very good copy in early 2oth century cloth, a few further epigrams have been tipped onto the end papers.

Cloth. Condición: Very Good. The first abridged edition of this fascinating and collection of religious and political tracts, edited by Dr Johnson and William Oldys. First abridged edition of this collection of the material taken from the library of Robert Harley, 1st Earl of Oxford and his son Edward Harley, 2nd Earl of Oxford, consisting largely of seventeenth and early eighteenth century religious and political pamphlets. Originally published between 1744 and 1753, the publisher's advertisement to the start of this work explains that this abridged edition 'contains on quantity one sixth of the Miscellany', with the price being 'only one-twelfth of what the original work now falls for'. The personal library of Robert Harley and his son collected and preserved literature from many different eras, including the Renaissance, Anglo-Saxon and Middle English. Their combined collection, known as the Harleian Collection, is now held by the British Library. Compiled and edited by Samuel Johnson, often called Dr Johnson, an English writer who made lasting contributions as a poet, playwright, essayist, moralist, literary critic, sermonist, biographer, editor, and lexicographer, and William Oldys, an English antiquarian and bibliographer. Retaining the original single page of publisher's advertisements to the rear. Bound in full modern cloth. Externally, excellent with library stickers to the tail of the spine and the rear board. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are very bright with light scattered spotting throughout and minor age toning to the extremities. Library ink stamp and blind stamp to the title page. With library bookplate to the pastedowns. Additional ink stamps to the pastedowns and the reverse of the title page. Very Good. None (ilustrador). book.…

Leather. Condición: Very Good. First edition. The first edition of this collection of epigrams from English antiquarian William Oldys, claiming to be the first miscellany of this type in English. A first edition. Stated as "the first miscellany of epigrams that has appeared in English", this is prefixed with a critical dissertation on epigrams. Anonymously published, but credited to English antiquarian and bibliographer, William Oldys. From 1747 to 1760, Oldys contributed twenty-two articles to theBiographia Britannica. According to the current College of Arms, Oldys was, "a noted antiquary and bibliographer but wholly ignorant of heraldry and known for being 'rarely sober in the afternoon, never after supper', and 'much addicted to low company.'" With the publisher's catalogue to the rear. Rebacked, retaining the original endpapers. Lacking the half title. Inscription to title page head. ESTC T41 A second volume was published a decade later. Rebacked, in a full calf binding, retaining original endpapers. Externally, fine. Hinges strained but firmly held, with age toned tape offsetting to front hinge. Internally, firmly bound. Pages a touch age toned to paper type with the odd handling mark. Lacking half title. Inscription to title page head. Very Good. None (ilustrador). book.…

Leather. Condición: Very Good. First edition. The first abridged edition of this fascinating and scarce collection of religious and political tracts, edited by Dr Johnson and William Oldys. The scarce first abridged edition of this collection of the material taken from the library of Robert Harley, 1st Earl of Oxford and his son Edward Harley, 2nd Earl of Oxford, consisting largely of seventeenth and early eighteenth century religious and political pamphlets.Collated and edited by Samuel Johnson and William Oldys, and first published between 1744 and 1753, the publisher's advertisement to the start of this work explains that this abridged edition 'contains on quantity one sixth of the Miscellany', with the price being 'only one-twelfth of what the original work now falls for'.The personal library of Robert Harley and his son collected and preserved literature from many different eras, including the Renaissance, Anglo-Saxon and Middle English. Their combined collection, known as the Harleian Collection, is now held by the British Library.ESTC reference no. T111518. Retaining the original single page of publisher's advertisements to the rear.With the former owner's inscription of 'Sir Robert Turing, March 25th 1810' to the title page.In a smart full calf binding, this work, chronologically arranged, provides fascinating insight into the political and religious climates in England in the seventeenth and early eighteenth century. In a full calf binding, with gilt detailing to back strip. Light rubbing to back strip head, joints, and board perimeters. Front and rear joints starting, with boards holding firm. Internally, firmly bound. Contemporary owner's inscription to title page. Minor spotting to title page, with pages otherwise generally clean and bright, with only the odd minor mark or spot. Very Good. None (ilustrador). book. …

1/2 Leather. Condición: Good. First Edition. 1/2 Leather Hardcovers. Matching 7 VOLUME SET (First edition. Six volumes bound in seven). 1747-1766. Text mostly unmarked except for a couple pages with writing in page margin. Pages clean with light tanning on some. Covers (1/2 leather, raised band spines with black and red gilt lettering) show edge wear with rubbing/scuffing. Marbled boards heavily rubbed. Tearing along some cover hinges and spine edges. Corners bumped. Some hinges loosening slightly but bindings still intact. Set quite nice for its age.pages and text still quite clean and legible.; 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed! Ships same or next business day.…

LeatherBound. Condición: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1744 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. 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. Pages: 591 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. 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. Pages: 591 Language: English.…

Leather Bound. Condición: New. Language: English. 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 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1744. 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: - 601, 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. 601 601.…