pyles book pirates fiction de pyle howard johnson merle (20 résultats)

Etat : New. pp. 340.

Etat : New. pp. 340.

Hard Cover. Etat : Fair. Fourteenth printing. L-E code on copyright page. Illustrated paper covered boards with a black cloth spine. Folio. 247 pp. Color and black and white illustrated plates throughout, all present as called for. A collection of tales, interweaving historical information, on various pirates and other notorious figures in the Spanish Main (Caribbean). Includes chapters on Henry Morgan, Blackbeard, Captain Kidd and others. FAIR condition. Slightly ex-library with a stamp on the inside front cover, blindstamp on the title page and JP written on the spine. Moderate toning, scuffing and fading to the covers, with moderate soiling, spotting and some staining. Several small pinholes and small scrapes to the covers. Corners very worn. Lengthy split along the upper rear hinge, with loss of cloth. Some toning to the paper in the interior.

Etat : New. pp. 340.

Hardcover. Etat : Very Good. Etat de la jaquette : Good. Howard Pyle (illustrateur). Bright yellow cloth with printed color cover illustration identical to dust jacket cover. Identified as a Harper Blue Ribbon Book by blue-and-gold seal affixed to spine/front panel of jacket. Reprint; first published in 1921. With 13 full-page illustrated plates--some black-and-white, some color--including frontispiece. Black-and-white tipped in illustration at beginning of Chapter 1. Other drawings scattered throughout. Light dappled and irregular fading to cover cloth. Otherwise clean, tight, and unworn in a moderately edgeworn and chipped (head of spine) dust jacket with several short, closed tears.Now protected in mylar.

Hardcover. Etat : Good. Compiled from the writings and artworks of Howard Pyle by Merle Johnson. Originally published 1921, this is a later printing with Harper's date code 'H-W' at copyright page; this code can refer to an August 1922 printing, but 1922-era printings of this book appear to have had MCMXXI at the title page, additional plates called for, and bibliographic captions to the illustration plates, which detailed the publications that those artworks originally appeared in. This copy lacks these points of issue, and so is most likely a printing from after Harper began recycling date codes, which would date this copy to August 1947. Black cloth with gilt spine titling and decoration, illustrated title plate at front panel. Light shelf-wear, light fading to spine, moderate rubbing to spine with most of the gilt rubbed away. Spine square. Binding sound. No jacket. Bookplate at front paste down, and faint remnant of another that has been removed. Interior else clean, pages lightly toned, text unmarked. With thirteen illustration plates in black-and-white and full-color; all plates present.

Hardcover. Etat : Good. Title pages bears MCMXXI date, copyright page has code K-V = October, 1921 (according to First Editions: A Guide to Identification Zempel/Verkler). Text does have underlining or marginalia, illustrations - many of which are in color - are clean and bright. Top 4 inches of spine split along both sides, wear along spine, spine extremes frayed, moderate cover-wear, most pronounced on front, a few small stains on rear. Front cover beginning to loosen from binding. Inscription in front. Laid in is a relevant newspaper clipping from the New York times, and this has caused discoloration on front endpaper and ffep. Small green specks on prelims and final few (blank) pages. Pictures available on request. Hardcover, no dust jacket. (Displayed - 1h).

HARD BACK BROWN. Etat : GOOD. some penciling on front end paper, pages yellowing, no markings, edges of cover bumped, faded gilt on spine, bottom corner of spine taring, numerous illustrations DATE PUBLISHED: 1921 EDITION: 247.

Hardcover. Etat : Good. Etat de la jaquette : No. New York and London: Harper & Brothers, 1935. 1935 edition, a large book with dramatic full page illustrations in both color and in black and white. Externally fair to good, internally good to very good. Tan hardcover with black cloth spine, color illustration mounted on the front cover, 12.25 inches tall. Covers worn at the edgs with a two inch tear to the fabric on the lower front joint, rear cover spotted and bent, good hinges, sound text block, tiny chip to bottom inner margin of front free endpaper, pages clean with no names or other markings. Hard Cover. Good/No. Folio - 12" - 15" Tall.

Compiled by Merle Johnson. xviii, 247 pp. Pictured by Howard Pyle in black and white and color. Folio, publisher's cloth-backed boards with applied color illustration on front panel. Early edition; K-E on the copyright page. A very few minor spots: on the whole, a clean, tight and sound copy.

hardcover. Etat : Acceptable. This is a used book. It may contain highlighting/underlining and/or the book may show heavier signs of wear . It may also be ex-library or without dustjacket. This is a used book. It may contain highlighting/underlining and/or the book may show heavier signs of wear . It may also be ex-library or without dustjacket.

Hardcover. Etat : Good. 1st Edition. First edition, first impression. [2] xiv [1], 247 [5] pp; 12 colour plates and 24 full page drawings, plus illustrations in text, all by Howard Pyle. Tipped in illustration on page three as well as on front board. Date code of K-V indicates that this issue is a first edition, printed in October 1921. The first edition was produced in two formats - a trade binding and 50 copies on Japanese Vellum - this is from the trade issue. Quarter-bound in cloth over illustrated buff boards. Small folio. Boards are rubbed and scuffed on edges, and cloth over spine is heavily worn, chipped and scuffed; a few mild marks. Front hinge a little chipped and loosening, else internally neat, clean, bright and tight. For Howard Pyle, pirate gold and pirate adventure held for Howard Pyle endless fascination, despite his Quaker roots. With pen and brush he captured the roistering, adventurous, daredevil spirit for which legendary pirates, such as Blue Beard and Blackbeard, stand. Mr Pyle's well-deserved reputation as an artist rests today largely on his portrayals of pirates. This collection, now hard to find, of his pirate stories and pirate pictures will appeal to the collector of beautiful books as a fine example of American book-making in the 1920s. As a gift book for anyone who likes stories about pirates, its equal can't be found. Our website carries an article on how to date books published by Harper and Brothers from the code on the copyright page.

Hardcover. Etat : Very Good. Etat de la jaquette : Good. Pyle, Howard (illustrateur). [2] xiv [1], 247 [5] pp; 12 colour plates and 24 full page drawings, plus illustrations in text, all by Howard Pyle. Tipped in illustration on page three as well as on front board. Date code of I-W indicates that this issue was printed in September 1922, a year after the first edition which was produced in two formats - a trade binding and 50 copies on Japanese Vellum. This volume is quarter-bound in cloth over illustrated buff boards. Small folio. Boards a little rubbed at corners, more so on upper leading corner, and titles on spine faded. Dust jacket is chapped at edges with loss across top of front and rear and on lower rear corner; and has speckled marks, but remains in tact. Previous owner's inscription on half title page, else internally clean crisp and bright. One plate page has been repaired, and dust jacket now in archival wrapper. Pirate gold and pirate adventure held for Howard Pyle - although he was a Quaker artist - and endless fascination; and with his pen and brush he was able to express all the roistering, adventurous, daredevil spirit for which the legendary pirates, such as Blue Beard and Blackbeard, stand. Mr Pyle's well-deserved reputation as an artist rests today largely on his portrayals of pirates. This collection, now hard to find in early editions with dust jackets, of his pirate stories and pirate pictures will appeal to the collector of beautiful books as a fine example of American book-making in the 1920s. As a gift book for anyone who likes stories about pirates, its equal can't be found.

Hardcover. Etat : Near Fine. Etat de la jaquette : Fair. Front panel of dustjacket has separated from the spine seam, but butts up exactly; there are also two additional closed tears to that panel - see image. ; Book is in near pristine condition - one slightly bumped corner. Scarce copy in this condition, early edition of October, 1921, and with a dustjacket. We will add a Mylar protective sleeve to the jacket, or pack it along with the book - your choice. ; 4to 11" - 13" tall; 246 pages.

Compiled by Merle Johnson. xviii, 247 pp. Pictured by Howard Pyle in black and white and color. Folio, publisher's cloth-backed boards with applied color illustration on front panel, in dust jacket and publisher's two-part box with printed paper label. Early edition; E-A on the copyright page. Bookplate tipped onto illustrated front free endpaper (slightly tanned except underneath the bookplate); a near fine, unworn copy in a near fine jacket. 5" loss to one side of the box, which otherwise shows only light wear.

Hard Cover. Etat : Very Good. Etat de la jaquette : Very Good. First Edition. Very Good Hardcover with scarce dustjacket with minor chipping, Pictorial cover, Color and black and white plates and numerous drawings compiled from Harper's Magazine and Merle Johnson Size: Oversize.

Howard Pyle (illustrateur). A handsome copy of this very early, September 1922 edition (born out by Harper's I-W code on the copyright page). Solid and VG (with light rubbing along the spine) in a crisp, price-intact, VG dustjacket, with light chipping along the spine ends and panel edges, and mild darkening to the panels. Tall quarto, nicely illustrated thruout by the redoubtable Howard Pyle.

Leather Bound. Etat : New. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1921. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: : - 352, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 352.

Leather Bound. Etat : New. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2015, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1921. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 340, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 340.

Full Leather Bound. Etat : New. Language: English. {Size: 19.68 x 24.13 cms} A Unique Premium Leather-Bound book for elite readers/collectors of old rare books. An Original Leather is being used for binding this book with Golden Leaf Printing and designing on Spine, front and Back of the book with edge gilding. WE HAVE MULTIPLE OPTIONS IN COLOR OF LEATHER RED, GREEN, BLUE, MAGENTA, TAN, DEEP BROWN, BLACK AND WITH DIFFERENT COLOR LABELS. YOU MAY CHOOSE ANY COLOR OF YOUR CHOICE AND MAIL US. Original edition was published in [1921] and this unique edition is Reprinted in 2015 with the help of original edition. Black & white printing on high quality natural shade paper with sewing binding for longer life, professionally processed without changing its contents. As these are old books, we processed each page manually on computer and make them readable. We give our best to give you the best book but in some cases we have to adjust few pages which are blur or missing or black spots. If it is multi volume set, then it is only single volume. We hope that you understand these issues in these old treasure. This is an important book for the readers who want to know more about our old treasure. Our dedicated team is trying to bring these rare books back to the shelves. We are also giving service of printing the hard-to-find books which are not listed in our store. Hope you will like it and give your comments and suggestions. Lang: - English, Pages 340, Print on Demand. Product Disclaimer: Please be aware that because leather is a natural material, slight discoloration or change in texture may be visible. {FOLIO EDITION (Size 12x19 Inches) IS ALSO AVAILABLE ON REQUEST}. 340.