| Weight | 0.11 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 15 × 15 × 0.5 cm |
Related products
-
1930 RARE: All Our Yesterdays, by H. M. Tomlinson, Numbered and Signed Limited Edition Book
$485.00All Our Yesterdays is a rare and influential anti-war novel written by H. M. Tomlinson in 1930. The limited edition book features a portrait front piece from a drawing by Percy Smith and is signed and numbered by the author. This particular copy is numbered 837 out of 1025 copies for sale in Great Britain and Ireland. The hardcover beige cloth volume is adorned with gilt stamped ornamentation on the cover and lettering on the spine, with the top edge gilt and fore-edges and bottom edge untrimmed. Although there are minor instances of occasional foxing, the book is in very fine condition and comes with a clear plastic sleeve and ribbon marker. However, the original slipcase is present but shows considerable rubbing, fading, and signs of wear.
This book is a must-have for a WWI historian or collector, as it offers a rare glimpse into the anti-war sentiment of the time. Tomlinson’s novel provides a unique perspective on the devastating effects of war on individuals and society as a whole.
-
1913: Tales of Hoffman Retold From Offenbach’s Opera by Cyril Falls & Illustrated by A. Brantingham Simpson
$75.00Tales of Hoffman Retold From Offenbach’s Opera is a classic book that retells the famous opera by Jacques Offenbach. Written by Cyril Falls and illustrated by A. Brantingham Simpson, R.O.I, the book was published by Chatto & Windus in London in 1913. The book is a hardcover cloth volume with ornamentation and gilt lettering on the cover and spine. It has 164 pages with deckled fore-edges and top edges gilt.
Although the book has some minor wear and fading to the spine, it is a high-quality publication with thick paper and excellent print. The volume is tightly bound and very clear, with no writing anywhere in the book.
-
1951: The Conqueror, by John Tebbel
$25.00The Conqueror, by John Tebbel, published by E. P. Dutton & Co in New York in 1951. 352 pages.
Red leatherette hardcover volume with pictorial lettering on cover and spine. Cover has minimal wear, rubbing around corners and edges. Slight fading to spine. Very clean and tightly bound. No writing or markings. Slight toning to pages. Deckled fore-edges. Very good+. No dustjacket. -
1986: A Door into Ocean, a Science Fiction Novel by Joan Slonczewski
$30.00A Door into Ocean is a science fiction novel written by Joan Slonczewski and published in 1986. The story takes place on the planet of Shora, which is entirely covered by water and inhabited by a race of women called Sharers. The Sharers possess the ability to manipulate the ocean and its creatures, and they live in harmony with their environment. However, their peaceful existence is threatened when a group of male colonizers from the planet Valedon arrive and attempt to exploit the planet’s resources.
The novel explores themes of feminism, environmentalism, and the consequences of colonialism. It also delves into the complex relationships between different species and the importance of empathy and understanding. A Door into Ocean is a thought-provoking and engaging read that challenges readers to consider their own relationship with the natural world.
$35.00 -
2005 First Edition: Christ the Lord: Out of Egypt, by Anne Rice
$35.00Christ the Lord: Out of Egypt is a historical fiction novel by Anne Rice, published by Alfred Knopf in New York in 2005. The book follows the story of Jesus Christ as a young boy, as he and his family flee to Egypt to escape King Herod’s order to kill all young boys. The novel explores themes of faith, family, and the struggle to understand one’s destiny.
This first edition hardcover volume is in excellent condition, with a mint book block and a dustjacket that shows minor wear and rubbing, as well as slight unevenness at the bottom consistent with exposure to dampness.
-
1923: Never the Twain Shall Meet, by Peter B. Kyne
$40.00Never the Twain Shall Meet, by Peter B. Kyne, published by The Copp Clarke Co. in Toronto in 1923. 375 pages.
Olive green hardcover volume. Minimal wear to cover and spine. Inside front cover top corner had a stamp reading “green”. Front free end paper is missing. Pre-titular page – top corner clipped, Has a mild forward tilt. Book title and author written in pencil on back inside cover. No other writing on markings in the book. Some occasional foxing present. Very good condition for its age. -
1988 First edition: Waltz for a Pagan Drum, by Munroe Scott
$50.00Waltz for a Pagan Drum, a novel by Munroe Scott, is a gripping tale that takes readers on a journey through the life of a young man named David, who is struggling to find his place in the world. Set against the backdrop of the 1960s, the novel explores themes of love, loss, and self-discovery, as David navigates the complexities of his relationships with family, friends, and lovers. From his idyllic childhood in rural Ontario, to his rebellious teenage years in Toronto, to his travels across Canada and beyond, David’s story is one of adventure, passion, and ultimately, redemption.
With its vivid descriptions of the Canadian landscape, its evocative portrayal of the counterculture of the 1960s, and its compelling characters, Waltz for a Pagan Drum is a must-read for anyone who loves literary fiction.
-
1969: Just Passing Through, by Philip Roberts
$75.00Just Passing Through, by Philip Roberts, published by Ladypress in Quebec in 1969. Limited ediiton of only 250 copies. 31 pages.
Beautiful vintage softcover issue with a dustjacket. Deckled fore-edges, 11 point Jason type. Tightly bound, no writing or markings. Slight foxing on dustjacket. A collectible edition.








