Search Results: Authors starting with M from Hopkins Books

Hardcover with dust jacket,published by The British Museum, 1989. Review of the collection of the British Museum, organized by category; Classical, Coins and Medals, Egypt, Ethnographic, Medieval and Modern, Oriental, Prehistory and Roman Britain, Prints and Drawings, Western Asiatic, with an additional chapter on Conservation and Research. 302 pages, with Index. Glossy coated stock paper, illustrated throughout with 200 color and 150 B&W photos. Sturdy slate gray cloth covered boards, sewn binding. This is a UK edition. The dust jacket is intact and is not price clipped. Sewn binding is tight and square. Boards are flat, the corners are not bumped or creased. Edges of the text block are clean. No former ownership marks, no writing on the text pages. This is not a remainder, not a library discard. Edition is not clearly marked on the copyright page - presumed first. Attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory.

First edition hardcover with dust jacket, published by HaprerOne, 2005. The dust jacket is intact and is not price clipped. An in-depth view of the historical Jesus, What Did Jesus really say and do? This is not a remainder, not a library discard. There is some underlining of passages through the text - underlining is in black ink - to page 70. Also some numbers written on the first flyleaf page - four numbers - probably referring to pages in the text. Cover boards are flat, the corners are not bumped or creased. Edges of the text block are clean. Attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory.

First edition hardcover, with dust jacket, published by Yale University Press, 1991. In-depth examination of the role of the U.S. Army in internal security. Examples include Benedict Arnold, Andrew Rowan's mission in Cuba, the 'War Plans White' of the 1920's, activities of J. Edgar Hoover and the FBI of the 1950's and 1960's, the use of the National Guard in the South during Civil Rights protests, and surveillance of anti-war protestors during the Vietnam War. 325 pages, with Notes, Index, Sources, 6-1/2" X 9-1/2". The dust jacket is intact and has been protected with a clear, removable cover. Jacket has a poke mark on the left side of the front panel at the binding gutter, and a light vertical line of rubbing wear at the left side too - see photos. Sturdy gray colored cloth covered boards, with the title in gold on the spine. There is a small pen mark on the front cover board, a 1/2" long thin line of purple pen ink on the lower left side near the spine gutter - looks like someone just dropped a pen… Read More

Hardcover with dust jacket, published by Harcourt Brace Jovanovich, 1974. This is a first edition- second printing copy - with a 'B' on the alphabetic format copyright line. The dust jacket is not price clipped. The jacket has been protected with a clear, removable, cover. No wear to report for the jacket, no edge wear, no tears or chips. Teal cloth covered boards with the title and author name on the spine in gold - all lettering is crisp and not rubbed or worn. The boards are flat and there is no edge wear or rubbing. 306 pages, sewn binding, No former ownership marks, no writing on the text pages. Edges of the text block are clean. This is not a book club edition, not a library discard. Classic thriller from MacInnes in beautiful condition. Attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory.

Hardcover with slipcase box, published by Cameo Classics, 1929. Originally published in 1895, this is the Grosset & Dunlap edition under their 'Cameo Classics' imprint. Ian MacLaren was the pen name of John Watson, a minister of the Free Church of Scotland. This is one of his 'Kailyard School' books, based on the rural life of Scotland at the time, with humor, pathos, and Scots dialogue throughout. 87 pages, 5-1/2" X 8-1/4". Dark blue cloth covered cover boards, with an unusual 'cameo' style design on the front cover. Title imprinted on the spine and front cover. Title on the spine is slightly rubbed and worn. Spine panel is slightly sun faded. Cover boards are flat, the corners are not bumped or worn, no edge wear. Forward by Alexander Woolcott. There are two Wood-Cut style illustrations, which do not appear to be credited. Not a library discard. No former ownership marks, no writing on the text pages. Outer slipcase box is intact, the label on one of the sides is intact, edge wear to the open… Read More

First edition hardcover with dust jacket, published by Lippincott, 1966. An account of the First Afgan War of 1839, with a focus on the individual soldiers and leaders on both sides. Patrick Macrory served with the British Army during World War II, first in France, then in North Africa, and then in the Middle East. His great-great-uncle was Major Eldred Pottinger, served in the Afgan War, and his story is memorably told here. The dust jacket is intact and has been protected with a clear, removable, Brodart brand cover. It has been price clipped and there is a chip at the spine, and two tears with some creases on the back of about two inches each. 352 pages with Sources and Index. The sewn binding is straight and square. The boards have an attractive marbleized pattern, over black cloth covered spine. Boards are flat, with just very minimal wear at the heel of the spine. Corners are straight and not bumped. There is a square of residue from what was most likely an original price sticker on the… Read More

Trade paperback edition, published by St. Martin's, 2008. This is not a remainder, not a library discard. No former ownership marks, no writing on the text. The binding is tight and square. There are no creases to the cover or spine. The edges of the text block are clean. The attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory, not a stock photo.

First American edition, with dust jacket, published by Holt, 1985. The life of Klaus Barbie from Hitler Youth, to the Butcher of Lyon, to his time in hiding in South America. 355 pages, with Bibliography, Index and a section of photos, 6-1/2" X 9-1/2". The cover boards are flat. Edges of the text block are relatively clean. Sewn binding is tight and square. Dust jacket has been protected with a clear, removable cover. This is not a library discard. Attached photos are of the copy we have in our inventory.

Trade paperback edition, an Advance Reading Copy, published by St. Martin's Press, 2004. This would appear to be an unread, unused copy. There are no former ownership marks, no writing, no creases to the cover or spine. the text is clean, the binding is tight and square. As is the case with ARCs, there are interesting details on the marketing campaign planned for the book printed on the back cover. 224 pages, perfect bound. The attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory, not a stock photo.

Trade paperback edition, published by Random House, 2009. Historical fiction-mystery set in 1340's era England, the story of a group of nine desperate strangers, fleeing the plague, brought together by chance, each one has a story to tell, but one is lying. 465 pages, 5-1/4" X 8". No creases to the cover or spine. No former ownership marks, no writing on the text pages. One singe black dot on the top edge of the text block - possibly a remainder mark - photo attached. The photos attached are of the copy we have in our inventory.

Hardcover with dust jacket, published by Farrar, Straus and Giroux, 1966. This is a book club edition from 1966. The dust jacket is intact and is not price clipped - 'Book Club Edition' is printed on the lower corner of the front flap. This is one of the few books that was awarded both the Pulitzer and National Book Award. Basis for the 1968 John Frankenheimer film starring Alan Bates and Dirk Bogarde. The dust jacket has been protected with a clear, removable cover. There's a short closed tear at the left side near the spine, about 1/2 inch long, and another closed tear on the middle of the bottom edge, also about 1/2 inch long. Some creases to the adjacent area at the heel of the spine as well. Some rubbing wear marks to the front panel of the jacket. Olive colored cloth covered boards with the title and author name in black and orange on the spine. All lettering on the boards is crisp and not rubbed or worn. Corners of the boards are not bumped or creased. Bump mark on the bottom edge of the back… Read More

First UK hardcover edition, with dust jacket,published by Collins, 1972. The dust jacket is price clipped. Collection of humorous stories about the author's search for strange and exotic creatures in danger of extinction for the Durrell Wildlife Park on Jersey. From an expedition to Sierra Leone to find a colobus, to a Mexico to find the Volcano rabbit,and many more. Jacket has been protected with a clear, removable cover. Light olive green cloth covered boards, with the title and author name on the spine in gold. Boards are flat, the corners are not bumped or creased, no edge wear. There is a large gift inscription on the title page - covers the entire page- photo attached . Edges of the text block are relatively clean, though there are some age tanning spots to the top edge. No former ownership marks, no writing on the text pages - besides that inscription. 221 pages, also includes several illustrations by Edward Mortelmans. The attached photos are of the copy we have in our inventory.

Hardcover first edition with dust jacket, published by Houghton Mifflin, 1993. From the author of 'A Book of One's Own', Mallon travels across the United States to experience a variety of events; rodeo, political campaigns, an auction, rocket launch, a commemoration at the Pearl Harbor Memorial and much more. This is not a remainder, not a library discard. No former ownership marks. Mustard colored boards over black cloth covered spine with the author and title imprinted on the spine in gold. Boards are flat, the corners are not bumped or creased. Sewn binding is tight and square, no edge wear. Edges of the text block are relatively clean with just a few age tanning spots to the edges. Attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory.

First American edition, with dust jacket, published by Harmony Books, 1984. The dust jacket is intact and is not price clipped. A classic of French children's literature, the story of Remi, an orphan who along with Vitalis; a traveling minstrel and his three dogs and a monkey, have numerous adventures through the French countryside. Translated by Douglas Munro in 1879, this is an abridgement of the original two volume set. Several illustrations through the text by Alan Herriott. The dust jacket is intact and is not price clipped. No former ownership marks, no writing on the text pages. The dust jacket has some edge wear and a dot of rubbing wear to the edge of the back flap. Edges of the text block are relatively clean with just a couple of smudge marks to the bottom edge. Not a remainder, not a library discard. Blue colored boards, with wheat colored cloth covered spine, the boards are flat, the corners are not bumped. Attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory.

Hardcover edition with dust jacket. A collection of full color reproductions of the artwork of Dominic Man-Kit Lam, who also is a Doctor of Biotechnology. Beautiful white boards with the title and author's name in silver and red calligraphy. Inscribed by the author on the title page for the former owner, dated August 5, 1996. Inscription reads; 'To Paul with great admiration, warm friendship, + best regards, Dominic August 5, 1996, NY. The dust jacket is intact, showing no marks or creases. The book shows no writing or other marks, this is not a remainder, not a library discard. The text is clean, the binding is tight and square. 7-1/2" X 10-1/2", 32 pages. As is the case for all of our listings, the attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory, not a stock photo.

Hardcover first edition, published by Viking, 2004. This is the UK edition. Translated by George Szirtes, this is only the second novel of Marai's to have been translated into English at the time of publication. 294 pages, 5-3/4" X 8-3/4". The dust jacket is intact and is not price clipped. No former ownership marks, no writing, this copy is not a remainder, not a library copy. High quality black cloth covered stiff boards with handsome burgundy colored paste down pages. There is age tanning to the edges of the pages, though that should be common considering the type of paper stock used. Not a remainder, not a library discard copy. The attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory, not a stock photo.

First edition hardcover with dust jacket, published by Random House, 2017. From the Mark Twain archives comes this story of Johnny, a young man who is given some magic seeds that allow him to speak with animals, sending him on a quest to rescue a prince. The story was completed by Philip Stead, and illustrated by Erin Stead. The dust jacket is intact and is not price clipped. No former ownership marks, no writing on the text pages. Sturdy hardcover boards, with the author name and title imprinted on the spine in silver. Boards are flat, there is a bump and some wear to the bottom right front corner. Dots of edge wear to the heel of the spine. No former ownership marks, no writing on the text pages. Edges of the text block are clean. Binding is tight and square. Not a remainder, not a library discard. Attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory.

Oversized trade paperback, first printing, published by Harper Collins, 1994. An in-depth look at the ancient Mesoamerican mythology and history. Focused on the Popul Vuh, the gods of the city of Monte Alban, creation myths, and mythic hero stories. 7-1/2" X 9-1/4", 456 pages with Index, Bibliography and Notes. No creases to the cover or spine. No writing on the text pages, no former ownership marks. This is not a remainder, not a library discard copy. Binding is tight and square. Edges of the text block are clean. The attached photos are of the copy we have in our inventory.

First hardcover edition, published by Little, Brown, 1945. The dust jacket is intact and is not price clipped. Short novel set just fter Pearl Harbor, about the friendship between a war correspondent and a your Navy flyer, complications ensue when the writer becomes involved with the flyer's family back in the States. Smaller format hardcover, 5" X 7-/12", 152 pages. Jacket has a chip at the top right corner, about 1" X 1", also chips at the head and heel of the spine - both about 3/4" deep, some fading to the spine panel. Jacket has been protected with a clear, removable cover. Light brown cloth covered boards, with the title and author name imprinted in black. All lettering on the cover is crisp and legible, no edge wear, no bumping to the corners, small smudge mark from use on the front cover. There is some paper residue where a former owner's book plate was removed from the frontpaste-down page - about 3" X 4". Erased pencil mark on the top right corner of the first flyleaf of a former price.… Read More

Trade paperback edition, published by Cassell, 2001. Originally published in 1952, this is a 'Cassell Military' reprint. The true story of Wing Commander Yeo-Thomas, who parachuted into occupied France and was responsible for organizing the separate factions of the French Resistance. This is not a library discard, not a remainder copy. No creases to the cover or spine. No former ownership marks. There is considerable age tanning spots to the edges of the text block and to the flyleaf pages from the age of the book. Attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory.