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The Works of John Adams, Second President of the United States: with a Life of the Author, Notes and Illustrations, By his Grandson Charles Francis Adams by Adams, John and Charles Francis Adams ed - 1856

by Adams, John and Charles Francis Adams ed

The Works of John Adams, Second President of the United States: with a Life of the Author, Notes and Illustrations, By his Grandson Charles Francis Adams by Adams, John and Charles Francis Adams ed - 1856

The Works of John Adams, Second President of the United States: with a Life of the Author, Notes and Illustrations, By his Grandson Charles Francis Adams

by Adams, John and Charles Francis Adams ed

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Boston: Little, Brown & Company, 1856. First edition. 8vo, 10 vols: xii, 684; xii, 542; [iv] 576 (lacking half-title); vii, 588; [vi], 496; [vi], 550; xx, 675; xxi, 691; xx, 643; xi, 520. 18 plates and facsimiles. Half tan calf with marbled boards, endpapers and edges. Spines with 6 compartments elaborately gilt, with red and green labels. Very good. Offsetting from plates, intermittent heavy spotting to last 150 pages of volume 8. Slight dampstain vol 2.

Sabin 253: "three hundred copies printed on large paper."
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  • Format/Binding 8vo, 10 vols: xii, 684; xii, 542; [iv] 576 (lacking half-title); vii, 588; [vi], 496; [vi], 550; xx, 675; xxi, 691; xx, 643; xi,
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  • Place of Publication Boston
  • Date Published 1856
Colton's New Topographical Map of the States of Virginia, Maryland and Delaware, showing also...

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New York: J.H. Colton, 1864. Brown pebbled cloth cover stamped in blind and gilt is in pristine condition. 82 x 110 cm unfolded; 10 x 16 cm folded. Full original hand coloring on onion-skin paper. Very Good. Professionally repaired tear around section attaching to the board, and extending beneath the cartouche (hardly noticeable from the front), minor spotting beneath the cartouche. Note that this is not backed with linen as some folding maps are; the paper is nearly onion skin and while not brittle is fragile. We do not recommend that it be flattened for framing. A highly important folding pocket map to be used in the field during the Civil War, in extraordinary condition. LC Civil War Maps 48.2. OCLC lists only five locations for the 1864 edition: LC, Yale, Penn State, Library of Virginia and Wake Forest. Americana Exchange records only one auction record in the last 15 years, and only two before that.
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Ein Verbessertes Lesesystem Mit Erhoten Buchstaben Fur Die Blinden
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Ein Verbessertes Lesesystem Mit Erhoten Buchstaben Fur Die Blinden

by Moon, William

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Brighton [1859]. (oblong 4to stiff paper covers) Very good. [1], 34pp. 35 stiff sheets stapled together and bound with a plain paper wrapper. The first sheet is the key to Moon's German Alphabet. The following 34 pages is the story of the birth of Christ taken from Luke, Chapter 1 in the Moon Alphabet, entitled "Geburt Christi". Moon invented his system of embossed reading in 1845. It was considered by many to be easier to learn than the Braille system. This is an early example of Moon's type. Book about. Text in German Language & Moon alphabet. (Reference, Bible in Moon Alphabet, Braille, Luke--New Testament Book).
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Le tableau de la croix represente dans les ceremonies de la Ste. messe ensemble le tresor de la...
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Le tableau de la croix represente dans les ceremonies de la Ste. messe ensemble le tresor de la devotion aux soufrances de N-re S.I.C. le tout enrichi de belles figures

by Anonymous

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Fair HC. Text in French and Latin. Contemporary full red-brown morocco leather over boards; elaborate gilt-stamped pointille design incorporating multiple frames, floral patterns and arabesques on both covers and spine (see photos); raised bands on spine; 2 brass clasps at cover fore edges (lacking); all edges gilt; swirled comb pattern end papers; all text and plates are copper-plate engravings - verso with scenes of celebration of the mass, recto with prayers in Latin and French; 96 engraved plates by Jean Collin, Guillaume de Gheyn, I. Durant, perhaps others. Title page, 2 blank pages, dedication to Marquis de Chasteu-neuf (verso), portrait, advice to reader (verso), 2 leaves lacking, verso plate nos. 3 - 38, recto plate nos. 2 - 38, Jesus portrait, litany, Mary portrait, litany, 19 plates with psalms and scenes from life of David, Extraict du Privilege du Roy (Sep 20, 1652), 2 pp in fine hand writing (humanist miniscule?) titled 'Sequentia' and 2 pp titled 'Hymnus'. Covers and spine are bright… Read More
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CORRESPONDANCE DU GLOBE TERRESTRE A LA SPHERE CELESTE. SITUATION DES HABITANS DU MONDE, DES...
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CORRESPONDANCE DU GLOBE TERRESTRE A LA SPHERE CELESTE. SITUATION DES HABITANS DU MONDE, DES CERCLES DE LONGITUDE ET DE LATITUDE, ET DES DIVERSES POSITIONS DE LA SPHERE [ATLAS]

by de Fer, N.

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Paris: Published by the author, 1705. Map. Very Good. Hardcover. First Edition. Wide 8vo. An atlas comprising 19 maps (1. Des cercels de Longitude et de Latitude, et des Diverses Positions de la Sphere; 2. Carte General du Globe Terrestre et Aquatiques ou Mappemonde en deux Plans-hemisphere 1705; 3. l'Europe Dresee sur diverse Relations; 4. L'Asie Dressee Sur Divers Relations 1705; 5. L'Aftique Dressez sur les dernieres Relations; 6. L'Amerique Meridionale; 7. L'Amerique Septentrionale et les Terres Polaires Arctique; 8. La France Avec Ses Acquisitions Insqu'a l'Annee 1705; 9. Les Environs de Paris 1705); 10. Les XVII Provinces des Pais Bas Divisees 1705; 11. Les Isles Britanniques ou Sont les Royaumes D'Angleterre D'Ecosse, et D'Irleland avec les Costes Septentrionales de France et Celles de Pais Bas; 12. Suede Norvegue et Dannemarck 1705; 13. Les Estats de la Couronne de Pologne 1705; 14. L'Allemagne Divisee En Dix Cercles Dressee sur les Derniers… Read More
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Relation universelle de l'Afrique, ancienne et modern
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Relation universelle de l'Afrique, ancienne et modern

by LA CROIX, Pherotee de

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1688 AFRICA 1ed History EGYPT Mummies Pyramids Illustrated Tunisia MAPS LaCroix

Pherotee La Croix's "Universal Relation of Africa" is a famous 17th-century history of Africa. La Croix was a professor of geography in Lyon whose work on Africa became a lasting authority of African geography and history. However, much of La Croix's "Afrique" was heavily inspired by Dutch author Olfert Dapper's "Description of Africa".
Even still, La Croix's work is notable for the exquisite full-page and folding engravings as well as descriptions of some of the greatest mysteries of Africa including a section on Egyptian pyramids, the Sphinx, and mummies! Other topics include voyages to the Barbary coast, Tunisia, Algiers, and Morocco.
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LA CROIX, Pherotee de
Relation universelle de l'Afrique, ancienne et modern
A Lyon, chez Thomas Amaulry, 1688. First edition.

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· Collation: Complete with all pages;
o Vol. I – [18], 12, 536, [16]
o Vol. II – [2], 576, [20]
o 43… Read More
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KEYSER HEINRYCHS DES VIERDTEN, Hertzogen zuo Francken und am Rhyn &c, fuenfftzigjaerige HISTORIA...

KEYSER HEINRYCHS DES VIERDTEN, Hertzogen zuo Francken und am Rhyn &c, fuenfftzigjaerige HISTORIA (50-year History) ... durch Johann Stumpffen auss den alten waarhafften latinischen Gschichtschreybern fleyssig zuosamen in teutsche Spraach gezogen, mit schoenen Figuren beziert ...

by Stumpff, Johannes (otherwise Stumpf, 1500-1577)

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Zurich: Christoffel Froschouer 1st edition, 1556. Hardcover. Good. Woodcuts (104), many first used in the Schweizer-Chronik of 1548 with scenes of battles, sieges of cities, convocations, portraits &c. . Small folio (29.4 x 19.5mm) in sixes, 19th century half-calf with marbled boards, spine labels with gilt title in French and date 1556 (edges worn, labels chipped). Titlepage with woodcut printer's mark, 2 leaves (A2-A3) dedication & argument + CXXXVII leaves of German text, illustrated with woodcuts throughout. Lacks 7 preliminary leaves (Sources A4, Register B-B6) and one final blank leaf, otherwise collated complete. Title and the 2 preliminary leaves have small edge-tears and are re-hinged on newer paper stubs, text pages mostly clean and crisp with occasional small marks and light browning. Bookplates: "ex Libris Ludovic Blondin" and armorial "Friedemann Graf und Herr von Werthern". *Rare early Protestant treatise intended to show the harmful effects of Papacy, partly based on sources collected… Read More
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Colton's New Topographical Map of the States of Virginia, Maryland and Delaware, showing also...

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New York: J.H. Colton, 1864. Brown pebbled cloth cover stamped in blind and gilt is in pristine condition. 82 x 110 cm unfolded; 10 x 16 cm folded. Full original hand coloring on onion-skin paper. Very Good. Professionally repaired tear around section attaching to the board, and extending beneath the cartouche (hardly noticeable from the front), minor spotting beneath the cartouche. Note that this is not backed with linen as some folding maps are; the paper is nearly onion skin and while not brittle is fragile. We do not recommend that it be flattened for framing. A highly important folding pocket map to be used in the field during the Civil War, in extraordinary condition. LC Civil War Maps 48.2. OCLC lists only five locations for the 1864 edition: LC, Yale, Penn State, Library of Virginia and Wake Forest. Americana Exchange records only one auction record in the last 15 years, and only two before that.
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The Works of H. G. Wells (London Atlantic Limited Edition(#350/620)(signed by author)(1924)(28...
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The Works of H. G. Wells (London Atlantic Limited Edition(#350/620)(signed by author)(1924)(28 volumes complete)

by H. G. Wells

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Fisher Unwin London Atlantic Limited Edition #350/620, signed by author, 28 volumes complete. 1924. Overall condition is very good with the following defects noted: leading edges of all boards show wear at top corner (see image), a few gutters have cracked paper (all binding is sound), sunning to spines. Interiors are a high point. Prior book sellers pencil note in volume 1 otherwise no markings or bookplates. All page gatherings remain uncut except for a few in vol. 1. A matching set with limitation pages in each volume. See L. W. Currey p. 528 & Hammond "G" for more info. Please see scans of the books you will receive. Note: shipping cost will be calculated at time of purchase and cost to buyer will be actual cost only. Feel free to inquire.
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The Royal Charter of Confirmation Granted by King Charles II to the City of London
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The Royal Charter of Confirmation Granted by King Charles II to the City of London: Published in London in 1676

by King Charles II

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This rare book from the year 1675 has been professionally rebound in tan leather with the title in gold on the cover, with gold decor on the spine, and with gilded corners. The marbled endsheets are also not original. There are a few very old margin notations.The entire text of the book is original and complete. and in Good Condition, while the binding is in Very Good Condition. On the leading page edges the words "Charles of London" are embossed, and this, too, appears to be original.This is a unique item and will make a fine addition to the library of the British historian.
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Relation universelle de l'Afrique, ancienne et modern
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Relation universelle de l'Afrique, ancienne et modern

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1688 AFRICA 1ed History EGYPT Mummies Pyramids Illustrated Tunisia MAPS LaCroix

Pherotee La Croix's "Universal Relation of Africa" is a famous 17th-century history of Africa. La Croix was a professor of geography in Lyon whose work on Africa became a lasting authority of African geography and history. However, much of La Croix's "Afrique" was heavily inspired by Dutch author Olfert Dapper's "Description of Africa".
Even still, La Croix's work is notable for the exquisite full-page and folding engravings as well as descriptions of some of the greatest mysteries of Africa including a section on Egyptian pyramids, the Sphinx, and mummies! Other topics include voyages to the Barbary coast, Tunisia, Algiers, and Morocco.
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LA CROIX, Pherotee de
Relation universelle de l'Afrique, ancienne et modern
A Lyon, chez Thomas Amaulry, 1688. First edition.

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· Collation: Complete with all pages;
o Vol. I – [18], 12, 536, [16]
o Vol. II – [2], 576, [20]
o 43… Read More
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Secret Splendor (Silhouette Classics, No 11)

Secret Splendor (Silhouette Classics, No 11)

by Claire, Erin St (Sandra Brown)

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Silhouette, 1992. Paperback. Very Good. Sandra Brown writing as Erin St. Claire, 253 pgs
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Bloody Sunrise
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Bloody Sunrise

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1965 - First Edition stated - A Tiger Mann Mystery - "...for Tiger is told on his wedding day that he is needed for Operation Plato." - book: very good - tight, sound, and square - no previous owner markings - dj: vibrant colors with some rubbing to the black base and abstract sun - interesting black and white photo of Spillane on the back cover - a few chips repaired with archival tape - dj in protective mylar sleeve
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More Than Forever
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More Than Forever

by McLean, Jay

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2014. Book Four in the More Than Series 8vo size trade paperback; 369 pages Please note: This book has a Mature Readers Advisory. From back: "Lucy - There is love so fierce it cannot be measured... Cameron - Forever. Everlasting. Eternal. THere is no measure of time... But our forever isn't always." Creased back cover and last few pages, worn corners. Thanks for shopping with us. 100% of your purchase benefits charity and supports literacy and life-long learning.. Trade Paperback. Good/No Jacket. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Private Press.
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Unreal Tournament Bradygames Official Strategy Guide
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Unreal Tournament Bradygames Official Strategy Guide

by Marcus, Phillip

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Bradbury & Evans, 2007. Covers PC-CD ROM/DVD ROM & Playstation 3 Computer Entertainment System 4to sized softcover; 271 heavy glossy pages with color illustrations throughout Brand new, but note some edgewear and blemish to top of back cover. Thanks for shopping with us. 100% of your purchase benefits charity and supports literacy and life-long learning.. Trade Paperback. New/No Jacket. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.
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The Birth and Death of Meaning:  An Interdisciplinary Perspective on the Problem of Man
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The Birth and Death of Meaning: An Interdisciplinary Perspective on the Problem of Man

by Becker, Ernest

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New York: The Free Press, 1971. Second Edition. Contents include: The Man-Apes; The Origins of the Mind; The Distinctive Human; The Inner World; Socialization: the Creation of the Inner World; The New Meaning of the Oedipus Complex; Self-Esteem; Culture and Personality; Social Encounters: The Staging of Self-Esteem; Culture: the Relativity of Hero-Systems; What is Normal?; What Would A Science of Man Then Be?; Religion: The Quest for the Ideal Heroism. 228 pages. Edgewear; light wear to covers; worn corners and light creases on spine. Deeply creased spine opens flat at pages 60/61. Thanks for shopping with us! 100% of your purchase benefits charity and supports literacy and lifelong learning.. 2nd. Soft Cover. Good/No Jacket. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.
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A Million Miles from Boston
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A Million Miles from Boston

by Day, Karen

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2011. 8vo size hardcover with dust jacket; 215 pages. Signed by author on title page. Stated First Edition From jacket: "(Lucy) wants to get out of Boston and forget her worries about starting middle school and about her father's new girlfriend. Pierson Point is where she feels most like herself, and where memories of her mother, who died when Lucy was six, are strong and sacred. But this summer, nothing is the same. Ian, a boy from home in Boston, comes to Pierson Point...Lucy's father wants his girlfriend to become a bigger part of Lucy's life. Though Lucy struggles against change, she gradually realizes that sometimes, change is for the better. Average wear to jacket; bumped corners and head and heel of spine, owner's name on fep. Autographed Copy sticker on front of jacket; one previously folded page corner. Quotes are for illustrative purposes only and remain the property of their copyright holders. Thanks for shopping with us. 100% of your purchase benefits… Read More
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The Republic Of Plato
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The Republic Of Plato: A New Version Founded On Basic English

by Richards, I.A

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1942 - noted on the copyright page as "A WARTIME BOOK This complete edition is produced in full compliance with the government's regulations for conserving paper and other essential materials" book: very good -tight, sound, and square, no previous owner marks - moderate edgewear plus rubbing to the boards - some toning from age - no dj - includes a vintage (pre - "The Google") Buccaneer Books Laguna Beach, CA out-of-print book search card
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A study of child-nature from the Kindergarten Standpoint
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A study of child-nature from the Kindergarten Standpoint

by Elizabeth Harrison

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A study of child-nature from the Kindergarten Standpoint by Elizabeth Harrison. Published by Chicago Kindergarten College; 4th edition (1892). 207 pages. Interior clean and unmarked except for previous owner's name and date of Aug 1893 on fly page. Another fly page has "Compliments Chicago Kindergarten College Co." in handwriting. Edge of several pages have slight bend and small tear. Hardback with no dj if offered. Slight bumping on edges and spine. Blue cloth cover and spine has some fading. Condition: Good. Measures 7.5" x 5"
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Kane & Abel
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Kane & Abel

by Jeffrey Archer

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New York, 1979. Book Club. Hardcover. Book Club/Has Jacket. Book is a book club edition. Quite a few closed tears, chips, and other signs of wear to the dust jacket. Some bumping to the boards at corners, edges and ends of the spine. Pages are clean.
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Beautiful Leaved Plants
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Beautiful Leaved Plants

by Perry, Frances

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1980 - 1st United States ed - 64 full-page plates - "This unusual book about indoor plants is based on plates first printed from 1861 to 1891 by Benjamin Fawcett, who developed a technique of colour printing from multiple engraved wood blocks which in its richness and depth of tones gives a result unsurpassed by other nineteenth-century printers in colour." - book: very good - tight, sound, and square - all pages are clean and unmarked - moderate edge wear on the boards - dj: normal edge wear for age - toning of the white background throughout but this makes it look nicely aged for the beautiful colour prints - dj in protective mylar sleeve
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