Thomas m aldrich (47 resultados)

Hardcover. Condición: Good. No Jacket. Gold titles on dark blue cloth with paste-down illustration of a boy descending a rope on the front cover, 278 pages plus 8 full page color illustrations including frontispiece. Cover has light edge wear and some light staining on the back. Harold M. Brett (ilustrador).…

Soft cover. Condición: Very Good. This is "Masterpieces of American Humor", being a selection of short stories. It is Little Blue Book no. 959, published by E. Haldeman - Julius. The use of one staple for the binding, and the picture of Mr. E. Haldeman - Julius tells us that this is a reprint of the original 1929 edition, that was issued circa 1947 - 1951. There is also a small Union label at the bottom of the rear cover. CONTENTS : ** That Faithful Wife of Idaho - a poem by Joaquin Miller ** Doctors' Wit and Humor - by "Eli Perkins" ** The Fairs - by John Hay ** The Society upon the Stanislaus, To the Pliocene Skull, Her Letter, Plain Language from Truthful James or the Heathen Chinee - all by Bret Harte ** An Unnecessary Invention - by William L. Alden ** Portsmouth Originals and the Railroad ** The New Netherlanders - by Chauncey Depew SERIES : Little Blue Books (No. 959) TITLE : Masterpieces of American Humor AUTHOR : Joaquin Miller, Eli Perkins, Bret Harte, John Hay, William L. Alden, Robert Henry Newell, Thomas Bailey Aldrich, Chauncey M. Depew IMPRINT : Haldeman - Julius Publications PLACE : Girard, Kansas DATE : No Date [ but circa 1947 - 1951] EDITION : Reprint DETAILS : Petite Paperback; 64 pages (last page is a list of Little Blue Book Titles): Pagination includes Title Page; approx. 3 2/8" x 5" ; printed manilla colored wraps with 1 staple, printed in black. Has a picture of E. Haldeman - Julius, and a small union label on the rear cover. GENERAL LITTLE BLUE BOOK CONDITIONS : Pocket Series and Little Blue Books were issued using inexpensive materials and thus are almost always found with toned and faded paper. Other small defects such as slightly chipped corners, printer's smudges, and such are common. Any flaws beyond the normal for these will be detailed. Little Blue Books often did not have blue covers - or the blue has faded to gray. Please remember that vintage paper items are more fragile than their modern counterparts, and thus require proper care in handling. THIS COPY -- VERY GOOD -- This is a previously owned book That remains clean and presentable. Weathering along the spine, slight, minute spotting at lower front corner area - else clean and unmarked.…

Cloth. Condición: Fair. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Fair. 18th Printing. Red cloth binding. Color illust on dj. Dj in mylar wrap. The Riverside Bookshelf. Color frontispiece and color plates. B & w intext illust. 279 pages. Chapter book. Usual library markings. Rough-cut pages. Pocket on bep. Outer edges of pages soiled. Harold M. Brett (ilustrador).…

Hardcover. Condición: Good. This book has some foxing on some of the pages in the book. This is still a nice vintage book for children to read. Harold M. Brett (ilustrador).

Cloth w/paper label. Condición: G/NO DUSTJACKET. Boston, MA: Houghton Mifflin Company. G/NO DUSTJACKET. 1923. . Cloth w/paper label. 8vo., 279 pp., rubbed, bumped, rayed, label scratched, page toning, writing on flyleaf, loose plate . Color Plates (ilustrador).

Hardcover. Condición: Good +. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2 in. Black cloth with laid color litho on cover. Color frontis and ilus. Condition is GOOD+ ; mild edge wear, cover litho clean with some minor foxing and rubbing. Spine gilt faded and worn, illegible, and spine slightly cocked. Binding tight text clean, with foxing to versos of ffep and frontis. Mild foxing to sides of text block, remains of paper label on ffep verso. Children's. Stax. …

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

SingleIssueMagazine. Condición: Very Good-. Vol. 200, No. 6. [Edited by A. H. Bittner.] Cover by Paul Stahr for "Circus Blood" (novelette) by John Wilstach. Includes "Shady Rest" (pt. 1 of 2) by Will McMorrow; "The Black Ace" (pt. 2 of 6) by Hulbert Footner; "The Longhorn Trail" (pt. 3 of 3) George M. Johnson; "The Phantom in the Rainbow" (pt. 4 of 6) by Slater McMaster; "Chin-Straps" by Philip Cole; "The Killer of Lightnin' Jim" by Eric Heath; "Shorty Returns" by John H. Thompson. Features: "How Fortune Island Got Its Name" by Minna Irving; "Castles" (poem) by Earle Liederman; "Maya Diamond Field" by Harold J. Ashe; "The Flatwoods Cowboys" by Oscar B. Aldrich; "Hands vs. Heads" by Will Thomas Withrow; "Argonotes"; "Looking Ahead!" 1/2 of front hinge has been glue-mended with some lost at end; tanning; checkmarks on contents page. Book.…

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Very Good. Part of The Riverside Bookshelf series. Eight color plates. A later printing. Previous owner's book-plate on front free endpaper, else very good in a very good (both corners of front flap are clipped, old price blacked out on front flap) dust jacket. Illustrated by Harold M. Brett (ilustrador).…

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

Condición: New.

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

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

Condición: New.

Condición: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condición: New.

Condición: New.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the complex and often misunderstood world of homoeopathy, a medical system based on the principle of "like cures like". The author delves into the history and evolution of homoeopathy, exploring its origins in ancient medical practices and its development into a modern system of healthcare. The book discusses the principles of homoeopathy in detail, explaining how it differs from conventional medicine and exploring the evidence for its effectiveness. Through case studies and historical examples, the author sheds light on the application of homoeopathy in treating a wide range of illnesses, including chronic diseases and acute injuries. The book also examines the controversies surrounding homoeopathy, addressing concerns about its lack of scientific validation and its potential for misuse. Ultimately, the author provides a balanced and nuanced perspective on homoeopathy, offering readers a deeper understanding of its principles and practices, and its place within the broader landscape of healthcare. 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.…

Condición: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Illustrated Cloth. Condición: Very Good. No Jacket. Illustrated Cloth. No Jacket. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. 279 pages. Riverside Bookshelf; The Riverside Press Cambridge. Harold Brett endpapers. Splendidly bound and illustrated work from the USA in 1923 with picture of the subject by Harold Brett pasted to upper cover and with gilt lettering and decoration on blue cloth spine. Title page printed in red and black. Inscription on reverse of frontispiece illustration.Some light foxing on edges of pages but internally very bright; binding sprung at front paste-down, otherwise a very good copy of a charming volume. Harold M.Brett (ilustrador). Signed by Author(s).…

Condición: New.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book is a memoir detailing the experiences of Thomas M. Aldrich, a young soldier from Rhode Island, as he fought in the American Civil War from 1861 to 1864. It follows Aldrich's journey as a recruit in Battery A, First Rhode Island Light Artillery, as they bravely fought in some of the war's most famous battles, including Bull Run and Antietam. The author's compelling firsthand account tells of the challenges, hardships, and camaraderie he and his fellow soldiers faced, providing a unique glimpse into the realities of Civil War combat. Through Aldrich's vivid descriptions of the battles he participated in and the people he served alongside, this book offers a powerful and personal perspective on one of the most pivotal conflicts in American history. It sheds light on the sacrifices and heroism of those who fought, offering a valuable historical resource for understanding the Civil War and its lasting impact on the nation. 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: Very Good. 1st Edition. BOOK DESCRIPTION: 8vo., vii, 408 pgs., illustrations, 32 portraits including frontis, plan; unit roster (389)-403 pgs. Full red pebble cloth, with gilt crossed cannons on front cover. CONDITION DESCRIPTION: Worn on spine ends and edges; label removed from spine; cover gilt bright. Interior with ex-library bookplate from State of Rhode Island Library; else interior is clean. Rear hinge weak but holding. With clear mylar wrapper. CONTENTS DESCRIPTION: The Battery served in the Army of the Potomac and participated in numerous battles during its term of service, including Bull Run, Antietam, and Gettysburg, Wilderness and Petersburg. The author also details the daily life of the soldiers, including their struggles with disease, hunger, and the harsh conditions of war. REFERENCES: DORNBUSCH RI #19; NEVINS I pg 50 "Apparently based on a diary, but padded with excerpts from official sources; of limited use in studying the Eastern campaigns.".…

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. 1st Edition. Original pebbled red clioth 408 pages, with illustrations. Light edgewear. Hinges strong.

Condición: Good. Dust Jacket Only. 8vo. Good with tears. $2.00 on flyleaf. Riverside Bookshelf.

1st Edition in this form. Fine copy in the original gilt-blocked pictorial cloth. Slightest suggestion only of dust-dulling to the panel edges. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. ; 279 pages; Description: iv p. , 1 l. , 279 p. Col. Front. , illus. , col. Plates. 22 cm. Illustrated lining-papers. Series: Riverside bookshelf. 1 Kg. …

1st Edition in this form. Fine copy in the original gilt-blocked pictorial cloth. Slightest suggestion only of dust-dulling to the panel edges. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. ; 279 pages; Description: iv p. , 1 l. , 279 p. Col. Front. , illus. , col. Plates. 22 cm. Illustrated lining-papers. Series: Riverside bookshelf. 1 Kg. …

Boston and New York: Houghton Mifflin Company, 1923. 8vo, 279 pp. 8 color plates. Navy cloth with illustrated plate to upper board, gilt decoration and lettering to backstrip. A very good copy with light rubbing to the board corners. § Riverside Bookshelf series. First published in 1870, Aldrich's semi-autobiographical novel follows the mischievous adventures of Tom Bailey, a young boy growing up in a fictional New England town during the mid-1800s. The book was a pioneer in "bad boy" literature, which rejected the overly moralistic tone of its predecessors and attempted a more humorous and realistic portrayal of childhood. Mark Twain's Tom Sawyer followed.…

hardcover, 8vo. Condición: Very Good. First edition. Ever so slight discoloration to rear 40 pages, no rippling to pages. End pages unevenly browned. Very minor edge wear to boards. Always securely packed. Professional booksellers since 1994. Satisfaction guaranteed.

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. No Jacket. Ex-library hardback book (408 pages) illustrated with vintage photographs/reprodutions. Boards show light rubbing/scuffing - library marking front and rear endpapers. Bookseller since 1995 (LL-Base2-BS-1-Middle-Down-L) rareviewbooks.