author syntax (9 Ergebnisse)

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. 298 pages. 5.50x0.62x8.50 inches. In Stock.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good with no dust jacket. Illustrated by Thomas Rowlandson (illustrator). Colored engravings; 12mo 7" - 7½" tall; viii, 244 pages; Paper label toned, some staining to covers. End matter foxed. "William Combe" penciled on title page.

hardcover. Thomas Rowlandson (illustrator). 12mo 244pp. + color plates. light narrative poem in iambic tetrameter couplets, by British writer William Combe (1742 - 1823), best known for his comic poems The Three Tours of Doctor Syntax. #02994. Book G: wear and spotting to boards and spine, scuffs and tears at spine hinges, bookplate on spine chipping, toning and foxing to endpapers, text clean, binding intact.

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. Thomas Rowlandson (illustrator). Tight binding, solid red boards, black lettering to spine label, upper edge gilt, 24 color plates, title page and tissue protected frontispiece, foxing throughout, otherwise unmarked pages. 1903 edition founded on the R. Ackerman edition of 1817.

Hard Back / Cloth Embossed. Zustand: Good Clean Cond. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: No Dust Jacket. Previous owner name in pencil on ffep. Decorative binding. With heavy fray on spine and corners. Hardcover. In good condition, some wear to edges, as normal for age. Overall good copy of this scarce title. Excellent read. A good book to enjoy and keep on hand. Or would make a great gift for the fan / reader in your life. Embosed cover. 900 pagers. Book.

Zustand: Very Good. Engravings by Thomas Rowlandson. (illustrator). First, Edition, Thus. Half dark blue leather to light blue marbled boards; 5 raised spine bands; with gilt ornaments and titles; top edge gilt; matching marbled endpages. 6.75 inches; vii, 2-244 pages with 24 inserted color engravings by Thomas Rowlandson plus a tissue-guarded frontispiece and an engraved title page. First published in 1817; First Edition, thus. The bindings are very tight and square. Text is clean; even age-toning with occasional light spotting. Minimal shelf handling wear. A social satire following the author's popular The English Dance of Death It explores human nature and social class with humor, mirroring Combe's typical style and his previous works featuring the character Dr. Syntax. Like Dance of Death, this poem is now accompanied by illustrations by Thomas Rowlandson, known for his vibrant caricatures. Together, they form a playful yet pointed critique of life's various stages, from youth to old age, wrapped in an observational narrative. This combination of text and image was popular in its time, providing both entertainment and subtle social commentary on British society in the early 19th century. [Adapted from online resources].

Full Morocco. Zustand: Very Good. First Edition. 8vo. 24 by 15 cm. 260 pp. With 30 hand-colored engravings by George Cruikshank. The copy has all first edition points cited by Tooley 151. Bound very handsomely by Worsfold, with gilt crown, "N" and beetle devices on boards and spine, dentelles bordering within, gilt edges. Joints repaired. Offsetting of plates. Pages have age toning. Occasional soil marks, and a few very minor chips or tiny closed tears. Otherwise a clean and tight copy.

LeatherBound. Zustand: New. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1903 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: 311 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: 311 Language: English.

Leather Bound. Zustand: New. 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 1903. 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: - 311, 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. 311.