The Story of Henry W. Longfellow for Young Readers by Sherwin Cody - 1899

Octavo (8 3/4 X 5 3/4 inches) Philadelphia: Printed For Gratuitous Distribution, 1863. Original First Edition. 16 page sewn paper pamphlet in wrappers, minor discoloration to edges of covers, old $2 price, and old library call numbers written in pencil on top of front cover, old 15 cent price, and calculation figures not related to text written in pencil on back cover, contents clean and unaffected.

In this pamphlet, Judge Leavitt states his reasons (based on historical fact and the Constitution) for his ruling that denied a writ of habeas corpus for the defendant C. L. Vallandigham; leader of the "Peace Democrats," and Supreme Commander of the "Sons of Liberty."

The accused was charged with "mischievous disloyalty" in his opinions and statements; and subsequently arrested at the orders of General Burnside. Lincoln became involved when, in May of 1863, he wrote to Stanton stating that suspension of habeas corpus, as Stanton wanted, would not be necessary in this case.

Lincoln is not referred to in… Read More

Please note that the listing is for a Slipcase only. Contact Me for Custom Slipcases made to order. Each slipcase is individually hand made from the highest quality materials using time honored traditional techniques, and it is important to note that there are no acidic glues, resins, or epoxy mixes in their construction. Any paper and cloth products used are also acid free. Please note that this case has been designed to fit the 1st Edition / 1st Printing of the title and other copies are not guaranteed to fit. Specifications - 1st Edition 1st Printing Custom Slipcase - 1/4 Inch Moisture Resistant Customwood 300 gsm Textured Cardstock - Cloth lining - Titebond non-toxin original wood glue.. Slipcase Only. New. 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. Slipcase.

Set of five books. #1 The Corner House Girls Under Canvas1915 #2 The Corner House Girl Growing up 1918,#3 The Corner House Girls In a Play 1916, #4 The Corner House Girls Among the Gypsies 1921, #5 The Corner House Girls At School 1915. All First edition. All in relatively good shape

London: George Routledge & Sons, 1866. First thus. A fair copy in color illustrated paper covered boards Front joint cracked and front cover is nearly detached, but holding Spine and edges are scuffed and soiled, but not faded, so illustrations are still clear (see photos) There is a water stain on upper corner of ffep and frontispiece No other marks or damage to text at all Joseph Stirling Coyne (1803â€"1868) was a humorist and satirist in the tradition of Jonathan Swift and Alexander Pope One of the most prolific British playwrights of the mid-nineteenth century, he wrote more than sixty plays; his twenty-seven farces are surpassed in number only by John Maddison Morton's ninety-one and T J Williams's thirty Coyne brought to the stage accomplished comedic interchanges, puns, irony, exaggerated character traits, ludicrous plot situations, and surprising outcomes His plays reveal a deft ear for dialogue and an ability to create characters suited to the talents of specific actors As a journalist… Read More

A New Edition; a reissue of Richard Bentley's Second Edition, 1846, the First Edition with notes by Whitehead. Small 8vo, 256pp. Frontispiece portrait of Grimaldi, after Raven. Three-quarter leather with marble boards and marble endpapers. Gilt title on black spine label, five raised bands. 10 b&w plates by George Cruikshank.
This revised edition has extensive notes by Charles Whitehead and retains the original Cruikshank illustrations. Grimaldi, (1779-1837) was England's greatest clown. The 1853 Routledge edition of 'Memoirs of Joseph Grimaldi' edited by Charles 'Boz' Dickens. It is the story of Late Georgian / Early Victorian Clown / artiste, Joseph Grimaldi. The book is a window into the delights and tragedies of late Georgian life, centering on the theatre and through the eyes of the said clown. If you thought anyone below the local squire just groveled in the mud for the odd shekel, think again, in this instance anyway. Grimaldi earned amounts then, which your local band in the pub or club would… Read More

Boston: Boston Photo-Elect.. Good+. 1877. First Edition. Hardcover. Boards a bit soiled, front inner hinge cracked, as usual, else a tight attractive copy. ; 12mo 7" - 7½" tall; Cloth with printed boards, 110p., illustrated, 15 pages of related ads. **Norris#60: "the first book by...the first man in the U. S. to make a living from breeding and exhibiting poultry". .

Santa Rosa, CA: MARQUARD GARDENS. Very Good. 1991. Softcover. Cover has barely noticeable scuff at corners and edges. ; Cover and text are unmarked and clean, except as noted. ; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 32 pages .

Please note that the listing is for a Slipcase only. Contact Me for Custom Slipcases made to order. Each slipcase is individually hand made from the highest quality materials using time honored traditional techniques, and it is important to note that there are no acidic glues, resins, or epoxy mixes in their construction. Any paper and cloth products used are also acid free. Please note that this case has been designed to fit the 1st Edition / 1st Printing of the title and other copies are not guaranteed to fit. Specifications - 1st Edition 1st Printing Custom Slipcase - 1/4 Inch Moisture Resistant Customwood 300 gsm Textured Cardstock - Cloth lining - Titebond non-toxin original wood glue.. Slipcase Only. New. 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. Slipcase.

Octavo (8 7/8 by 5 7/8 inches) Washington DC: Republican Congressional Committee, 1880. First Edition. 24 page stapled booklet, with lyrics to more than 40 songs, and music to at least 14 of them; salmon/peach colored wrappers, with title, and black and white woodcut campaign portraits of both candidates, centered on front cover, with a floral and geometric border; back cover shows "The Electoral Vote for 1880" for each of the 38 States at that time; very good condition.

Among the songs are: "Garfield and Arthur, the People's choice," "Garfield Yankee Doodle," "Hurrah for General Garfield," "My country, tis of thee," "Our Boatman," "Star-spangled Banner," "The Conspirators' Song, or The Ex- Confederate's Boast," and "Victory is Sure."

12 mo. (7 3/8 by 5 inches) New York: Excelsior Publishing House, 1888. Original hardcover, 111 pages, 16 pages of publishers' advertisements, illustrated with many black and white drawings taken from photographs, demonstrating various boxing positions. Very good condition, quarter cloth binding, with title on spine; decorative paper over boards.

After a short biography of the author, some of the many other subjects covered are: "Breakfast Diet," "Dumb-Bell Exercise," "Ducking," and "The Marquis of Queensberry Rules," to name a few.