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Diary of an Apple Tree
by Macgregor, Miriam
- Used
- Fine
- Condition
- Fine
- Seller
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Middletown, New York, United States
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About This Item
Risbury, Herefordshire: The Whittington Press, 1997. Limited Edition. Fine. 4to; 8 7/8 x 10 inches (224 x 252 mm); pp. [iv], [26], [3].; printed on Zerkall moldmade paper in brown and black ink and SIGNED BY THE ARTIST on the colophon; copy 181 of 385 copies. 13 full-page wood-engravings by Miriam Macgregor, printed on the recto of a leaf, verso left blank, with two additional small engravings on title and colophon. Bound by the Fine Bindery in boards, illustrated overall with a design by Macgregor, with matched laid paper endpapers and slipcase, title on paper ticket pasted on spine. A lovely book demonstrating the life cycle of nature through 13 beautifully executed large engraving of the same apple tree throughout the year. The last image intentionally repeats the fist, to indicate this cycle. Accompanied by an evocative and touching account of the tree by the artist.
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Details
- Bookseller
- Rob Zanger Rare Books LLC
(US)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 870
- Title
- Diary of an Apple Tree
- Author
- Macgregor, Miriam
- Book Condition
- Used - Fine
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- Limited Edition
- Publisher
- The Whittington Press
- Place of Publication
- Risbury, Herefordshire
- Date Published
- 1997
Terms of Sale
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About the Seller
Rob Zanger Rare Books LLC
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Middletown, New York
About Rob Zanger Rare Books LLC
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Rob Zanger Rare Books is located amidst a serene pastoral setting in the Mid-Hudson Valley of New York State. We offer rare books, fine art (primarily works on paper), photographs, and antiques. Our commitment is to authentic presentation of the works we offer based on scrupulous research; with integrity and ethical conduct, and responsive, respectful and friendly service. We have zero tolerance for dissembling, shenanigans, or hornswoggling.
The books, artworks, photographs, and cabinet items shown here are a selection from our inventory. We welcome Inquiries for particular books, artworks, or photographs you're searching for, or for something similar to the works we're offering. Please visit our website, www.robzangerrarebooks.com to communicate your interests or questions.
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- Spine
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- Colophon
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- Recto
- The page on the right side of a book, with the term Verso used to describe the page on the left side.
- Fine
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- Verso
- The page bound on the left side of a book, opposite to the recto page.
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