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The Angel in the House | Books I (1) and II (2) by Coventry Patmore: The First Editions Collated with His Original Holograph Manuscript Aske, Patricia [Compiled by] and Ian Anstruther [Edited by]. Coventry Kersey Dighton Patmore (23 July 1823 - 26 November 1896) was an English poet and critic best known for this book 'The Angel in the House', his narrative poem about the Victorian ideal of a happy marriage. (Book #ID 99878) Published by Haggerston Press, 38 Kensington Place, London and Boston College, 140 Commonwealth Avenue, Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts First Edition 1998. 1998. Uniform matching first collated edition hard back binding in publisher's original quarter nutmeg brown cloth covers, gilt title and author lettering to the spines, marble paper sides, terracotta end papers. 4to. 9'' x 9½''. Two volumes. The first volume presents, on each two-page spread, a facsimile of the manuscript on the left-hand page (column 1). On the right-hand page there is a printed transcription of the manuscript (column 2), each line as it appeared in the first edition (column 4), while column 3 is used to highlight variants between manuscript and printed versions. Finally, column 5 shows the location in the first edition of lines which have been moved from their position in the manuscript and those manuscript lines which never found their way into the printed version. The second volume provides facsimile printings of the first editions of the two books on the poem: The Betrothal (1854) and The Espousals (1856). Contents Volume I: colour frontispiece (xxii)-3, 127. Volume II: The Betrothal and The Espousals facsimiles. Both volumes in Fine condition, housed in matching terracotta paper covered open fronted slip case with small rubbing of the paper to the bottom front corner. Heavy volumes 2.3 kg, extra postage will be requested over and above our default setting for destinations outside the UK. Member of the P.B.F.A. ISBN 1869812158 Click here to select books from the ENGLISH LITERATURE Category |
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Reconstructing Aphra | A Social Biography of Aphra Behn Goreau, Angeline [Aphra Behn (14 December 1640 - 16 April 1689) was an English playwright, poet, translator, spy, and fiction writer from the Restoration era]. (Book #ID 99960) Published by Oxford University Press, Walton Street, Oxford First Edition 1980. 1980. First edition hard back binding in publisher's original black cloth covers, gilt title and author lettering to the spine. 8vo. 9½'' x 6¼''. As one of the first English women to earn her living by her writing, she broke cultural barriers and served as a literary role model for later generations of women authors. Contains [x]-2, 339 printed pages of text with monochrome to the centre pages. Foxing to the page edges. Very Good condition book in Fine condition dust wrapper, not price clipped. Dust wrapper supplied in archive acetate film protection. Member of the P.B.F.A. ISBN 0198226632 Click here to select books from the BIO (Résumé, Memoir) Category |
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FitzGerald's Rubáiyát Centennial Edition | + Memo Slip from Professor Carl J. Weber Edited with Introduction and Notes by Carl Weber | Check-list of the Rubáiyát Collection in the Colby College Library by James Humphry III. [Omar Khayyám (18 May 1048 - 4 December 1131) was a Persian mathematician, astronomer, philosopher, and poet]. Edward FitzGerald (31 March 1809 - 14 June 1883)]. (Book #ID 101897) Published by Colby College Press, Waterville, Maine | Printed at Anthoensen Press First Edition 1959. 1959. First deluxe edition hard back binding in half black leather, gilt title lettering to the spine, turquoise cloth sides, top edge gilt, hollow gilt circle details to the spine ends and board edges, cream and green marble end sheets. 8vo. 8½'' x 6''. Edited with an Introduction and Notes by Carl J. Weber and with a check-list (a useful bibliography) of the Rubáiyát Collection in the Colby College Library compiled by James Humphry III, including a number of editions not in Potter's Bibliography, which only goes to 1929. Also 2 indexes to the checklist of Illustrators, Artists, Designers, and of Editors, Commentators, Bibliographers, Owners, etc. 158 + 1 pp. In Fine condition. Memo sheet from Professor Carl J. Weber giving details of the book stating (unbound leaves). Member of the P.B.F.A. Click here to select books from the Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám Category |
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The Complaint: or Night-thoughts, on Life, Death, and Immortality. Parts I-IX Inclusive: Night the First; Night the Second on Time Death & Friendship; Night the Third Narcissa; Night the Fourth The Christian Triumph; Night the Fifth The Relapse; Night the Sixth The Infidel Reclaimed; Night the Seventh The Infidel Reclaimed (part 2); Night the Eighth Virtue's Apology; Night the Ninth and Last The Consolation; To which are added A Paraphrase on Part of the Book of Job. Young, Reverend Edward (c. 3 July 1683 - 5 April 1765 was an English poet) William Treves (1812-1867), an upholsterer, of a family of Dorset yeomen, and father of Sir Frederick Treves (15 February 1853 - 7 December 1923) a prominent British surgeon, and an expert in anatomy. Treves was renowned for his surgical treatment of appendicitis, and is credited with saving the life of King Edward VII in 1902. He is also widely known for his friendship with Joseph Merrick, dubbed the 'Elephant Man' for his severe deformities. [Rev. Nathaniel Thornbury LL.B. (Delft, Holland 1746 - 1816 Avening, Gloucestershire) 37 years Rector of Holy Cross Church, Avening, Gloucestershire]. (Book #ID 109164) Published by A. Millar in the Strand, and R. and J. Dodsley, in Pall Mall, London New Edition 1760. 1760. New edition hard back binding in contemporary full tan calf covered boards, the spine divided into six panels, gilt and burgundy morocco lettering label in the second, gilt tools to the others, front and back parallel twin gilt lines to the perimeters. 18mo. 6½'' x 4¼''. A series of philosophical writings in blank verse, reflecting the author's state of mind following several bereavements, it was one of the most popular poems of the century, influencing Goethe and Edmund Burke. Contains frontispiece engraving, A2, [blank], 315 pp + 3 pp publisher's listings. Engraving is printed to the verso of the first leaf, rear end paper absent, staining from the leather turn-in's front and back. This volume, along with other books of the period, came from the family estate of Sir Frederick Treves, SIGNED by his father William Treves to the front free end paper 'William Treves - Dorchester', green heraldic bookplate of Reverend Nathaniel Thornbury, Avening, Gloucestershire to the front paste down. Member of the P.B.F.A. Click here to select books from the POETRY, VERSE & RHYMES Category |
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Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám Omar Khayyám (18 May 1048 - 4 December 1131) was a Persian mathematician, astronomer, philosopher, and poet. [Rendered into English Verse by Edward FitzGerald] Engravings by George Buday (Book #ID 100210) Published by Frederick Muller Ltd., 29 Great James Street, London First Edition 1947. 1947. Hard back binding in publisher's original white and green paper covered boards, red and white title to the front cover, illustrated engravings to the end papers with blue and white border. 12mo. 5½'' x 4½''. The text is Edward Fitzgerald's first version and printed in black and blue, vignette title, with 6 further engravings. In Very Good clean condition, no dust wrapper. Member of the P.B.F.A. Click here to select books from the Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám Category |
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Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám | Followed By Euphranor, a Dialogue on Youth, and Salaman and Absal, an Allegory Translated from the Persian of Jami Omar Khayyám (18 May 1048 - 4 December 1131) was a Persian mathematician, astronomer, philosopher, and poet. [Translated into English Verse by Edward FitzGerald] Edited by George F. Maine with an Introduction by Laurence Housman (Book #ID 100213) Published by Collins 14 St. James's Place, London First Edition 1953. 1953. First edition hard back binding in publisher's original limp blue pebble cloth covers, gilt title lettering to the spine and to the front cover, top edge gilt, Collins' end papers. 8vo. 7½'' x 4½''. Contains 320 printed pages of text with monochrome frontispiece. In Very Good condition, no dust wrapper. Member of the P.B.F.A. Click here to select books from the Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám Category |
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Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám Omar Khayyám (18 May 1048 - 4 December 1131) was a Persian mathematician, astronomer, philosopher, and poet. [Translated into English Verse by Edward FitzGerald] Illustrated by Gilbert James. Introduction and Notes by Reynold Alleyne Nicholson. (Book #ID 100214) Published by Adam & Charles Black, Ltd., 35 Bedford Row, London Reprinted Edition 1978. 1978. Hard back binding in publisher's original burgundy leatherette covers, gilt title lettering to the spine and to the front cover. 8vo. 7½'' x 5¼''. Contains (vii), 136 printed pages of text with 8 full-page colour plates and decorations in the text. Fine condition book in Very Good condition dust wrapper with sun fading down the spine, not price clipped. Dust wrapper supplied in archive acetate film protection. Member of the P.B.F.A. ISBN 0713604182 Click here to select books from the Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám Category |
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The Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám with Notes Omar Khayyám (18 May 1048 - 4 December 1131) was a Persian mathematician, astronomer, philosopher, and poet. [Translated into English Verse by Edward FitzGerald (1809-1883)] (Book #ID 100218) Published by The Saalfield Publishing Company, Akron, Ohio circa 1915. 1915. Publisher's original limp brown suede covers, gilt title lettering to the front cover, brown paper end papers. 8vo. 6'' x 4½''. Contains 64 printed pages of text each page with twin red parallel lines to the title, followed by 10 pages of notes. Fraying of the suede to the front spine edge, over-lapping edges of the the suede a little ragged in places, pencil message inside dated 1917. In Good condition. Member of the P.B.F.A. Click here to select books from the Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám Category |
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Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám | No. I: First of the London Booklets Series (No. 1) Omar Khayyám (18 May 1048 - 4 December 1131) was a Persian mathematician, astronomer, philosopher, and poet. [Translated into English Verse by Edward FitzGerald (1809-1883)] Illustrated by Maurice Greiffenhagen [Cover Design by Robert Hope] (Book #ID 100219) Published by T. N. Foulis 13-15 Frederick Street, Edinburgh and 21 Paternoster Square, London First Thus Edition 1911. 1911. First thus edition in publisher's original limp donkey brown suede covers, dark brown title lettering to the spine, deco design and lettering to the front cover by Robert Hope, cream paper end papers. 16mo. 5¼'' x 2½''. Contains 35 + ii printed pages of text with 4 full-page colour plates from water-colour drawings by Maurice Greiffenhagen. Ink message inside dated 1913. Front cover curling upwards and in Very Good condition. Member of the P.B.F.A. Click here to select books from the Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám Category |
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The Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám + A Life of Omar Khayyám (Pocket Edition) Omar Khayyám (18 May 1048 - 4 December 1131) was a Persian mathematician, astronomer, philosopher, and poet. [Translated into English Verse by Edward FitzGerald (1809-1883)] (Book #ID 100220) Published by The Richards Press, 8 Charles Street, St. James's Square, London 1944. 1944. Hard back binding in publisher's original full brick red leather with gilt titles and tooling to the spine and to the front cover, top edge gilt, silk tie. 16mo. 5'' x 3¼''. Contains 94 printed pages of text. Ink message to the front free end paper, corners rubbed and in Good condition. Member of the P.B.F.A. Click here to select books from the Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám Category |
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Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám (Miniature Edition) Omar Khayyám (18 May 1048 - 4 December 1131) was a Persian mathematician, astronomer, philosopher, and poet. [Translated into English Verse by Edward FitzGerald (1809-1883)] (Book #ID 100221) Published by George G. Harrap & Co. Ltd., 39-41 Parker Street, Kingsway, London Reprinted Edition 1928. 1928. Hard back binding in publisher's original brown and black skin effect cloth covers, gilt title and blue and gilt deco design to the front cover, olivine top edge, light brown paper end papers. 16mo. 5'' x 3''. Contains colour frontispiece; 96 printed pages of text with decorative top and bottom borders. In Very Good clean and bright condition. Member of the P.B.F.A. Click here to select books from the Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám Category |
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The Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám Omar Khayyám (18 May 1048 - 4 December 1131) was a Persian mathematician, astronomer, philosopher, and poet. [Translated into English Verse by Edward FitzGerald (1809-1883)] Illustrated by Webster Murray (Book #ID 100222) Published by Richard Lesley & Co. Ltd., 20 Tudor Street, London circa 1948, not dated. 1948. Hard back binding in publisher's original Wedgwood blue cloth covers, gilt title lettering to the front cover. 8vo. 6¼'' x 5''. Contains 48 printed pages of text with 6 full-page single-sided colour and 6 full-page monochrome illustrations throughout. In Very Good clean condition, no dust wrapper. Member of the P.B.F.A. Click here to select books from the Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám Category |
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Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám | The Astronomer-poet of Persia. Rendered into English Verse by Edward FitzGerald | The Four Editions, with Original Prefaces and Notes Omar Khayyám (18 May 1048 - 4 December 1131) was a Persian mathematician, astronomer, philosopher, and poet. [Translated into English Verse by Edward FitzGerald (1809-1883)] (Book #ID 100223) Published by Macmillan and Co., Ltd., St. Martin's Street, London 1907. 1907. Hard back binding in publisher's original polished tree calf leather covers, five raised bands to the spine with green and gilt morocco title lettering label, elaborate tools between, gilt perimeter tools to the front and rear covers, top edge gilt, knurled gilt edges, gilt dentelles, blue and cream marble end papers. 8vo. 8'' x 5¾''. Contains 290 printed pages of text. Ink message dated 1912 to the top of the second front free end paper, light rubbing to the corners, without any foxing and in Very Good clean, tight and sound condition. Member of the P.B.F.A. Click here to select books from the Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám Category |
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Ode On The Death of the Duke of Wellington Tennyson, Alfred Lord [Alfred Tennyson, 1st Baron Tennyson, FRS (6 August 1809 - 6 October 1892) was Poet Laureate of Great Britain and Ireland during much of Queen Victoria's reign and remains one of the most popular British poets]. Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington, KG, GCB, GCH, PC, FRS (1 May 1769 - 14 September 1852) was an Anglo-Irish soldier and Tory statesman who was one of the leading military and political figures of 19th-century Britain, serving twice as Prime Minister. He won a notable victory against Napoleon at the Battle of Waterloo in 1815. (Book #ID 100777) Published by Edward Moxon, Dover Street, London First Edition 1852. 1852. First unimproved edition of this commemorative poem, written by Tennyson as Poet Laureate in publisher's original side stitched steel blue paper covers, black title lettering to the front cover. Subsequent editions resulted in a further 29 lines being added. 8vo. 8¾'' x 5½''. Wellington died at Walmer Castle in Deal on 14 September 1852. This was his residence as Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports. Walmer Castle was said to have been his favourite residence. He was found to be unwell on that morning and was aided from his military campaign bed (the same one he used throughout his historic military career) and seated in his chair where he died. His death was recorded as being due to the after-effects of a stroke culminating in a series of seizures. He was aged 83. Contains 16 page elegy written by Tennyson while Poet Laureate. Odd spots to the pages, nothing heavy, light shelf rubbing to the rear cover and in Very Good sound and original condition. Member of the P.B.F.A. Click here to select books from the ENGLISH HISTORY Category |
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The Girl and The Faun | Limited De Luxe Edition [Double Signed] Phillpotts, Eden [Eden Phillpotts (4 November 1862 - 29 December 1960) was an English author, poet and dramatist. [Illustrated by Frank Brangwyn [Sir Frank William Brangwyn RA RWS RBA (12 May 1867 - 11 June 1956) was an Anglo-Welsh artist, painter, water colourist, virtuoso engraver, illustrator, and progressive designer]. (Book #ID 101845) Published by Cecil Palmer and Hayward, Bloomsbury Street, London First Edition 1917. 1917. First edition De Luxe hard back binding in publisher's original quarter parchment lettered and decorated in gilt, rose pink paper covered boards, top edge gilt, others untrimmed. 4to. 13¼'' x 10¼''. 115pp. De Luxe edition on hand-made paper. Hand written number 253 of 350 Limited Edition copies SIGNED by the author and the artist 'Eden Phillpotts' and 'Frank Brangwyn' to the limitation sheet. Title page printed in gold, and the whole text is framed in gold decorative pictorial borders - all by Frank Brangwyn, with 4 tipped-in colour plates by Frank Brangwyn and 5 full-page illustrations (including half title and title page). Just a little soiling to the parchment and in Very Good clean condition. Member of the P.B.F.A. Click here to select books from the ART [British] Category |
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Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám | With Illustrations Photographed from Life Studies by Adelaide Hanscom and Blanche Cumming Omar Khayyám (18 May 1048 - 4 December 1131) was a Persian mathematician, astronomer, philosopher, and poet. [Rendered into English Verse by Edward FitzGerald (31 March 1809 - 14 June 1883)]. Illustrated by Adelaide Hanscom (25 November 1875 - 19 November 1931) and Blanche Cumming. (Book #ID 101653) Published by Dodge Publishing Co. 214 East Twenty-Third Street, New York, [1912] [1912]. Hard back binding in publisher's original aqua blue cloth covers, gilt title lettering and Persian design to the front cover, top edge gilt, pale blue and cream marble end sheets. Quarto. 10½'' x 8''. Title in two colours. The Rubáiyát has unnumbered pages comprising 101 quatrains enriched with 28 double-mounted tissue-guarded colour photo lithograph plates by Adelaide Hanscom and Blanche Cumming, text block with Persian top and bottom borders printed in black. Spine and cover edges slightly darkened and in Very Good clean and smart condition. Californian Booksellers stamp to the rear paste down. Member of the P.B.F.A. Click here to select books from the Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám Category |
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Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám - done into English by Edward FitzGerald | Marjorie Anderson Illustrated Edition (Collins Greetings Booklets Series) Omar Khayyám (18 May 1048 - 4 December 1131) was a Persian mathematician, astronomer, philosopher, and poet. [Rendered into English Verse by Edward FitzGerald (31 March 1809 - 14 June 1883)]. Introduction by Laurence Housman and Illustrated by Marjorie Anderson. (Book #ID 101713) Published by Collins, London and Glasgow not dated circa 1948. 1948. Marjorie Anderson illustrated edition in publisher's original flexible blue leather covers, gilt title lettering to the spine and to the front cover. 12mo. 6¼'' x 4¼''. Rubáiyát over 127 pages carrying the 110 quatrains of Edward FitzGerald's version enriched with full-page monochrome illustrations by Marjorie Anderson throughout. In Very Good condition. Member of the P.B.F.A. Click here to select books from the Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám Category |
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Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám - done into English by Edward FitzGerald | Marjorie Anderson Illustrated Edition (Collins Greetings Booklets Series) Omar Khayyám (18 May 1048 - 4 December 1131) was a Persian mathematician, astronomer, philosopher, and poet. [Rendered into English Verse by Edward FitzGerald (31 March 1809 - 14 June 1883)]. Introduction by Laurence Housman and Illustrated by Marjorie Anderson. (Book #ID 101714) Published by Collins, London and Glasgow not dated circa 1948. 1948. Marjorie Anderson illustrated edition in publisher's original flexible terracotta leather covers, silver title lettering to the spine and to the front cover. 12mo. 6¼'' x 4¼''. Rubáiyát over 127 pages carrying the 110 quatrains of Edward FitzGerald's version enriched with full-page monochrome illustrations by Marjorie Anderson throughout. In Very Good condition. Member of the P.B.F.A. Click here to select books from the Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám Category |
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Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám - done into English by Edward FitzGerald | Marjorie Anderson Illustrated Edition (Collins Greetings Booklets Series) Omar Khayyám (18 May 1048 - 4 December 1131) was a Persian mathematician, astronomer, philosopher, and poet. [Rendered into English Verse by Edward FitzGerald (31 March 1809 - 14 June 1883)]. Introduction by Laurence Housman and Illustrated by Marjorie Anderson. (Book #ID 101715) Published by Book Club Associates London not dated circa 1970. 1970. Marjorie Anderson illustrated edition in publisher's original hard back binding in burgundy leatherette covers, gilt title lettering to the spine and to the front cover. 12mo. 6¼'' x 4¼''. Rubáiyát over 127 pages carrying the 110 quatrains of Edward FitzGerald's version enriched with full-page monochrome illustrations by Marjorie Anderson throughout. In Very Good condition. Member of the P.B.F.A. Click here to select books from the Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám Category |
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Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám - done into English by Edward FitzGerald | Marjorie Anderson Illustrated Edition. Omar Khayyám (18 May 1048 - 4 December 1131) was a Persian mathematician, astronomer, philosopher, and poet. [Rendered into English Verse by Edward FitzGerald (31 March 1809 - 14 June 1883)]. Introduction by Laurence Housman and Illustrated by Marjorie Anderson. (Book #ID 101716) Published by Heron Books, London circa 1977. 1977. Marjorie Anderson illustrated edition hard back binding in publisher's original elaborately gilt stamped green leatherette covers. 12mo. 5¼'' x 4''. Rubáiyát over 127 pages carrying the 110 quatrains of Edward FitzGerald's version enriched with full-page monochrome illustrations by Marjorie Anderson throughout. In Fine condition. Member of the P.B.F.A. Click here to select books from the Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám Category |
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Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám - done into English by Edward FitzGerald | Marjorie Anderson Illustrated Edition. Omar Khayyám (18 May 1048 - 4 December 1131) was a Persian mathematician, astronomer, philosopher, and poet. [Rendered into English Verse by Edward FitzGerald (31 March 1809 - 14 June 1883)]. Introduction by Laurence Housman and Illustrated by Marjorie Anderson. (Book #ID 101717) Published by Heron Books, London circa 1977. 1977. Marjorie Anderson illustrated edition hard back binding in publisher's original elaborately gilt stamped nutmeg leatherette covers. 12mo. 5¼'' x 4''. Rubáiyát over 127 pages carrying the 110 quatrains of Edward FitzGerald's version enriched with full-page monochrome illustrations by Marjorie Anderson throughout. In Fine condition. Member of the P.B.F.A. Click here to select books from the Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám Category |
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Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám - The First Version of Edward FitzGerald | Stephen Gooden Illustrated Edition [Signed] Omar Khayyám (18 May 1048 - 4 December 1131) was a Persian mathematician, astronomer, philosopher, and poet. [Rendered into English Verse by Edward FitzGerald (31 March 1809 - 14 June 1883)]. Illustrated by Stephen Gooden [Stephen Frederick Gooden R.A., R.E., C.B.E. (born Tulse Hill, London, 9 October 1892, died Chesham Bois, Buckinghamshire 21 September 1955) was an English artist, engraver and illustrator. He was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society of Painter-Etchers and Engravers in 1933 and a Fellow of the Royal Academy in 1946]. (Book #ID 101734) Published by George G. Harrap & Co. Ltd., 182 High Holborn, London First Edition Thus 1940. 1940. First edition thus Stephen Gooden illustrated hard back binding in publisher's special quarter green leather binding over emerald green cloth boards, gilt title lettering to the spine, top edge gilt. 8vo. 8'' x 5½''. Hand written number 36 of 125 Limited Edition copies SIGNED by the artist 'Stephen Gooden'. Rubáiyát over 63 pages carrying the 75 quatrains of Edward FitzGerald's version enriched with 4 full-page plates and 4 decorations by Stephen Gooden. The trade edition published in the same year contained the same plates, albeit were tipped-in and not full-page. Slight sun fading down the spine. Very Good condition book in Very Good peppermint green paper covered slip case carrying the correct limited edition number 36 for this book. Gooden's work can be found in the collections of the British Museum and the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, the Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge and the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, USA. Member of the P.B.F.A. Click here to select books from the Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám Category |
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Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám - The First Version of Edward FitzGerald | Stephen Gooden Illustrated Edition Omar Khayyám (18 May 1048 - 4 December 1131) was a Persian mathematician, astronomer, philosopher, and poet. [Rendered into English Verse by Edward FitzGerald (31 March 1809 - 14 June 1883)]. Illustrated by Stephen Gooden [Stephen Frederick Gooden R.A., R.E., C.B.E. (born Tulse Hill, London, 9 October 1892, died Chesham Bois, Buckinghamshire 21 September 1955) was an English artist, engraver and illustrator. He was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society of Painter-Etchers and Engravers in 1933 and a Fellow of the Royal Academy in 1946]. (Book #ID 101735) Published by George G. Harrap & Co. Ltd., 182 High Holborn, London First Edition Thus 1940. 1940. First edition thus Stephen Gooden illustrated hard back binding in publisher's original straw buckram covers, black title and author lettering to the spine and to the front cover. 8vo. 7½'' x 5¼''. Rubáiyát over 62 pages carrying the 75 quatrains of Edward FitzGerald's version enriched with 4 mounted plates and 4 decorations by Stephen Gooden. Marks to the boards, contents in Very Good clean condition, no dust wrapper. Gooden's work can be found in the collections of the British Museum and the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, the Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge and the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, USA. Member of the P.B.F.A. Click here to select books from the Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám Category |
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Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám - The First Version of Edward FitzGerald | Stephen Gooden Illustrated Edition Omar Khayyám (18 May 1048 - 4 December 1131) was a Persian mathematician, astronomer, philosopher, and poet. [Rendered into English Verse by Edward FitzGerald (31 March 1809 - 14 June 1883)]. Illustrated by Stephen Gooden [Stephen Frederick Gooden R.A., R.E., C.B.E. (born Tulse Hill, London, 9 October 1892, died Chesham Bois, Buckinghamshire 21 September 1955) was an English artist, engraver and illustrator. He was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society of Painter-Etchers and Engravers in 1933 and a Fellow of the Royal Academy in 1946]. (Book #ID 101736) Published by George G. Harrap & Co. Ltd., 182 High Holborn, London Third Impression 1947. 1947. Stephen Gooden illustrated hard back binding in publisher's original straw buckram covers, black title and author lettering to the spine and to the front cover. 8vo. 7½'' x 5¼''. Rubáiyát over 62 pages carrying the 75 quatrains of Edward FitzGerald's version enriched with 4 mounted plates and 4 decorations by Stephen Gooden. Very Good clean condition book, in Very Good condition dust wrapper with small rubs to the spine ends and corners, not price clipped, 5/-. Gooden's work can be found in the collections of the British Museum and the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, the Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge and the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, USA. Member of the P.B.F.A. Click here to select books from the Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám Category |
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Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám; and the Salámán and Absál of Jámí; Rendered into English Verse Omar Khayyám (18 May 1048 - 4 December 1131) was a Persian mathematician, astronomer, philosopher, and poet. (Book #ID 101738) Published by Bernard Quaritch, 15 Piccadilly, London, 1879. Fourth Edition. 1879. Fourth edition hard back binding in publisher's original quarter dark green roan over plum cloth boards, gilt title lettering to the spine, top edge gilt, black coated end sheets. 8vo. 7¼'' x 5½''. Frontispiece drawing, pp. [xv], 112, tailpiece decorations, each sheet with corner floral pieces. Exceptional condition copy. Member of the P.B.F.A. Click here to select books from the Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám Category |
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The Quatrains of Omar Kheyyam [Khayyám] of Nishapour, Now First Completely Done into English Verse from the Persian, in Accordance with the Original Forms, with a Biographical and Critical Introduction by John Payne | George Bayntun Binding Omar Khayyám (18 May 1048 - 4 December 1131) was a Persian mathematician, astronomer, philosopher, and poet. (Book #ID 101739) Printed for the Villon Society by Private Subscription and For Private Circulation Only, London, First Edition 1898. 1898. First edition thus hard back binding by George Bayntun, Bath in ¾ scarlet leather, the spine divided into six panels with gilt lettering in the second, tooling to the others with viper and Eucharist cup, top edge gilt. 8vo. 9'' x 6''. First English Language edition. lxxi, [blank] 206 pp. + 1 adverts. No. 179 of an unknown number of copies, foot of rear end sheet 'L L M' in pencil. Very light toning to corners of the original end papers and in near Fine condition. Stamped 'Bayntun Binder Bath, Eng.' Member of the P.B.F.A. Click here to select books from the Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám Category |
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Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám | Hungarian Endre Szász Illustrated Edition Omar Khayyám (18 May 1048 - 4 December 1131) was a Persian mathematician, astronomer, philosopher, and poet. [Rendered into English Verse by Edward FitzGerald (31 March 1809 - 14 June 1883)]. [Forditotta Szabo Lorinc Illusztrálta Szabo Lorinc] Translated by Szabo Lorinc and Illustrated by Endre Szász [Endre László Szász (Vallon) (7 January 1926 - 18 August 2003) was a Hungarian painter, illustrator, graphic artist, printmaker, muralist, production designer and ceramics decorator. He described himself as a Folk Surrealist]. (Book #ID 101740) Published by Helikon Kiadó, Budapest First Edition Thus 2004. 2004. First edition thus Endre Szász illustrated hard back binding in publisher's original blue paper covered boards, gilt title lettering and line illustration to the spine and to the front cover. 8vo. 9½'' x 6¼''. Printed on French-folded pages joined in tandem. Hungarian Rubáiyát over unnumbered pages carrying the 102 quatrains of Edward FitzGerald's version enriched with a single fine illustration to each by Endre Szász, followed by xxi pp. Fine condition book, in Fine condition dust wrapper. Member of the P.B.F.A. ISBN 9632088484 Click here to select books from the Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám Category |
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Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám of Naishapur | Charles Stewart Illustrated Edition. Omar Khayyám (18 May 1048 - 4 December 1131) was a Persian mathematician, astronomer, philosopher, and poet. [Rendered into English Verse by Edward FitzGerald (31 March 1809 - 14 June 1883)]. Illustrated by Charles Stewart. (Book #ID 101753) Published by The Rodale Press, 123 New Bond Street, London First Edition 1955. 1955. First edition thus Charles Stewart illustrated hard back binding in publisher's original Persian stylised orange and cream decorated paper covered boards, gold bronze paper spine with scarlet title lettering. 8vo. 8¼'' x 5½''. Symmetrical colour decorated title, Rubáiyát over unnumbered pages carrying the 75 quatrains of Edward FitzGerald's version enriched with 6 full-page colour illustrations in the Moghul style by Charles Stewart. Ink message inside dated 1956. Near Fine condition book, in original paper glassine dust wrapper with pieces missing along the top edges. Member of the P.B.F.A. Click here to select books from the Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám Category |
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Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám of Naishapur | Charles Stewart Illustrated Edition. Omar Khayyám (18 May 1048 - 4 December 1131) was a Persian mathematician, astronomer, philosopher, and poet. [Rendered into English Verse by Edward FitzGerald (31 March 1809 - 14 June 1883)]. Illustrated by Charles Stewart. (Book #ID 101754) Published by The Rodale Press, 123 New Bond Street, London First Edition 1955. 1955. First edition thus Charles Stewart illustrated hard back binding in publisher's original Persian stylised orange and cream decorated paper covered boards, gold bronze paper spine with scarlet title lettering. 8vo. 8¼'' x 5½''. Symmetrical colour decorated title, Rubáiyát over unnumbered pages carrying the 75 quatrains of Edward FitzGerald's version enriched with 6 full-page colour illustrations in the Moghul style by Charles Stewart. Ink message inside, rubbing to the corners and in Very Good condition. Member of the P.B.F.A. Click here to select books from the Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám Category |
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Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám of Naishapur | Charles Stewart Illustrated Edition. Omar Khayyám (18 May 1048 - 4 December 1131) was a Persian mathematician, astronomer, philosopher, and poet. [Rendered into English Verse by Edward FitzGerald (31 March 1809 - 14 June 1883)]. Illustrated by Charles Stewart. (Book #ID 101755) Published by The Rodale Press, 123 New Bond Street, London First Edition 1955. 1955. First edition thus Charles Stewart illustrated hard back binding in publisher's original Persian stylised orange and cream decorated paper covered boards, gold bronze paper spine with scarlet title lettering. 8vo. 8¼'' x 5½''. Symmetrical colour decorated title, Rubáiyát over unnumbered pages carrying the 75 quatrains of Edward FitzGerald's version enriched with 6 full-page colour illustrations in the Moghul style by Charles Stewart. In Very Good clean condition. Member of the P.B.F.A. Click here to select books from the Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám Category |
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Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám of Naishapur | Charles Stewart Illustrated Edition. Omar Khayyám (18 May 1048 - 4 December 1131) was a Persian mathematician, astronomer, philosopher, and poet. [Rendered into English Verse by Edward FitzGerald (31 March 1809 - 14 June 1883)]. Illustrated by Charles Stewart. (Book #ID 101756) Published by The Rodale Press, 123 New Bond Street, London First Edition 1955. 1955. First edition thus Charles Stewart illustrated hard back binding in publisher's original Persian stylised orange and cream decorated paper covered boards, gold bronze paper spine with scarlet title lettering. 8vo. 8¼'' x 5½''. Symmetrical colour decorated title, Rubáiyát over unnumbered pages carrying the 75 quatrains of Edward FitzGerald's version enriched with 6 full-page colour illustrations in the Moghul style by Charles Stewart. In very near Fine condition. Member of the P.B.F.A. Click here to select books from the Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám Category |
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Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám of Naishapur | Charles Stewart Illustrated Edition. Omar Khayyám (18 May 1048 - 4 December 1131) was a Persian mathematician, astronomer, philosopher, and poet. [Rendered into English Verse by Edward FitzGerald (31 March 1809 - 14 June 1883)]. Illustrated by Charles Stewart. (Book #ID 101757) Published by The Rodale Press, 123 New Bond Street, London First Edition 1955. 1955. First edition thus Charles Stewart illustrated hard back binding in publisher's original Persian stylised orange and cream decorated paper covered boards, gold bronze paper spine with scarlet title lettering. 8vo. 8¼'' x 5½''. Symmetrical colour decorated title, Rubáiyát over unnumbered pages carrying the 75 quatrains of Edward FitzGerald's version enriched with 6 full-page colour illustrations in the Moghul style by Charles Stewart. In very near Fine condition. Member of the P.B.F.A. Click here to select books from the Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám Category |
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Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám of Naishapur | Charles Stewart Illustrated Edition. Omar Khayyám (18 May 1048 - 4 December 1131) was a Persian mathematician, astronomer, philosopher, and poet. [Rendered into English Verse by Edward FitzGerald (31 March 1809 - 14 June 1883)]. Illustrated by Charles Stewart. (Book #ID 101758) Published by The Rodale Press, 123 New Bond Street, London Second Edition 1958. 1958. Charles Stewart illustrated hard back binding in publisher's original Persian stylised orange and cream decorated paper covered boards, black paper spine with gilt title lettering. 8vo. 8¼'' x 5½''. Symmetrical colour decorated title, Rubáiyát over unnumbered pages carrying the 75 quatrains of Edward FitzGerald's version enriched with 6 full-page colour illustrations in the Moghul style by Charles Stewart. Ink name inside, small bumps to the spine ends and corners and in Very Good condition. Member of the P.B.F.A. Click here to select books from the Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám Category |
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Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám | The Saint George Series Number VI | Blanche MacManus Illustrated Edition. [Inscribed to Edgar Donald Reid Shearer] Omar Khayyám (18 May 1048 - 4 December 1131) was a Persian mathematician, astronomer, philosopher, and poet. [Rendered into English Verse by Edward FitzGerald (31 March 1809 - 14 June 1883)]. Illustrated by Blanche MacManus (1869-1935) was an American writer and artist. [Edgar Donald Reid Shearer (6 June 1909 - 9 July 1999) was an amateur sportsman who played both association football and cricket at international levels]. (Book #ID 101759) Published by Alexander Moring Ltd., The De La More Press, 32 George Street, Hanover Square, London | The Saint George Series | First Edition Thus 1920. 1920. First edition thus Blanche MacManus illustrated hard back binding in publisher's original burgundy leather covers, gilt title lettering to the spine, Persian gilt design to the front cover, marble end papers, top edge gilt. 8vo. 8'' x 5¼''. Printed on hand made paper in publisher's leather binding. Rubáiyát over unnumbered pages carrying the 75 quatrains of Edward FitzGerald's version enriched with 12 full-page illustrations by Blanche MacManus. Inscribed to E. D. R. Shearer, the great Irish sportsman 'To E. D. R. Shearer, + 4 line sonnet, W. E. Henley, from Ravensleigh, January 1927.' In Fine condition. Member of the P.B.F.A. Click here to select books from the Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám Category |
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