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  • A rare original bill presented to parliament
    A Bill for preventing Frauds committed by Bankrupts, and by the Executor and Administrators of Traders dying Insolvent, and for the Relief of the Creditors of Traders becoming Insolvent. by GEORGE II (Parliament)
    GEORGE II (Parliament)
    A Bill for preventing Frauds committed by Bankrupts, and by the Executor and Administrators of Traders dying Insolvent, and for the Relief of the Creditors of Traders becoming Insolvent.

    London: [William Bowyer], 1731. First edition. A rare surviving example of this Bill, in its original form, with a docket title. Although no printer details are given, ESTC states that this bill was printed by William Bowyer, and from his records that only 1500 copies were printed, and that most of the sheets were later 'overrun' (i.e. reimposed and reprinted?). The legislation was not passed on this occasion, but was enacted in the next session, as 5 Geo.II.c.30. It is interesting to see the original bill, printed up, but with gaps for dates and other details throughout the legislation. 31,[1]p. Without any binding or boards (as issued). sewn to spine. Possibly abstracted from a larger volume. 33cm x 20cm.…

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    London: [William Bowyer], 1731. First edition. A rare surviving example of this Bill, in its original form, with a docket title. Although no printer details are given, ESTC states that this bill was printed by William Bowyer, and from his records that only 1500 copies were printed, and that most of the sheets were later 'overrun' (i.e. reimposed and reprinted?). The legislation was not passed on this occasion, but was enacted in the next session, as 5 Geo.II.c.30. It is interesting to see the original bill, printed up, but with gaps for dates and other details throughout the legislation. 31,[1]p. Without any binding or boards (as issued). sewn to spine. Possibly abstracted from a larger volume. 33cm x 20cm. ESTC: T80404.

    . Première édition. Un exemplaire rare de ce projet de loi, conservé dans sa forme originale, avec un titre de dossier. Bien qu'aucune information ne soit fournie concernant l'imprimeur, l'ESTC indique que ce projet de loi a été imprimé par William Bowyer et précise, d'après ses registres, que seuls 1 500 exemplaires ont été tirés et que la plupart des feuilles ont ensuite été « réimprimées » (c'est-à-dire remises en presse et réimprimées ?). Le texte de loi ne fut pas adopté à cette occasion, mais fut promulgué lors de la session suivante, sous le titre 5 Geo.II.c.30. Il est intéressant de voir le projet de loi original, imprimé, mais comportant des espaces vides pour les dates et autres détails tout au long du texte. 31, [1] p. Sans reliure ni plats (tel qu'il a été publié). Cousu au dos. Probablement extrait d'un volume plus volumineux. 33 cm x 20 cm. ESTC : T80404.

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  • A Brief Outline of the History of Old Hall. by DOYLE, The Very Rev. Canon.
    DOYLE, The Very Rev. Canon.
    A Brief Outline of the History of Old Hall. A Paper Written on the Occasion of the Centenary Celebration at St. Edmund's College, in 1869

    Edition: First Edition

    Standon: Edmundian Association, 1891. First edition. Original cloth gilt now a bit dulled, all edges gilt, some foxing at the front, else a very good copy. Owner's name to the front (Syon Abbey). vi, 80 pp. Frontispiece and seven Illustrations.
    COPAC gives copies at Oxford and Cambridge only.
    St Edmund's Hall was established in 1795 for the education of the children of Roman Catholic nobility.

    Book ID: 1077
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  • A Dissertation on the Antiquity and Use of Seals in England. by [LEWIS, Reverend John]
    [LEWIS, Reverend John]
    A Dissertation on the Antiquity and Use of Seals in England. Collected by **** 1736.

    London: William Mount and Thomas Page, 1740. Scarce first edition. In hard back neat burgundy coloured library cloth. Ex-library copy. With one full-page engraved plate showing seals, plus other engravings in text. Lovely deep impressions. [2],31,[1]pp. 255 x 195 mm (10 x 7¾ inches).
    Has expected library stamps, new endpapers. Tipped-in handwritten note to back of plate reads: This Tract is written by John Lewis author of the History of the Abbey of Faversham etc. Another small insert tipped-in to title page states: Purchased out of a donation of £250 given by George William Palmer Esq. to the Reading Free Public Library. One or two pages have been reinforced towards the spine edge. Light foxing, but overall in very good shape.

    Book ID: 2929
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  • A Gentleman in Prison. by ISHII, Tokichi
    ISHII, Tokichi
    A Gentleman in Prison. The Story of Tokichi Ishii. Written in Tokyo Prison. Translated by Caroline Macdonald.

    New York: George H. Doran Company, 1922. First Edition. Hardback. Blue cloth, with paper labels to front board and spine. No dust jacket. Six b/w photographs. Light bumping to boards. Previous owner's signature to FFEP, otherwise very clean. 164 pages. 200 x 130 mm (7¾ x 5 inches).

    An autobiographical study with excellent insight in to Japanese prison conditions of the time. Caroline Macdonald carried out missionary work in Tokyo prisons, and this is the true story of the convicted murderer Tokichi Ishii who spent 27 years incarcerated for his crime. Mrs Macdonald befriended Ishii and enjoyed many discussions about Christianity and Buddhism with him prior to his death. .

    Condition: Light bumping to boards. Previous owner's signature to FFEP, otherwise very clean.

    Book ID: 2834
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  • A letter from the right honourable Charles James Fox, to the worthy and independent electors of the city and liberty of Westminster. by FOX, Charles James.
    FOX, Charles James.
    A letter from the right honourable Charles James Fox, to the worthy and independent electors of the city and liberty of Westminster.

    London: J. Debrett, 1793. Second edition. A nice copy of this open letter to his constituents, from the political radical Charles James Fox. It argued his radical position and opposition to war with France. Significant here, as France declared war on the United Kingdom six days later. Although this copy seems to lack the half title and a blank, as it begins with the title page, and the next leaf has the signature B, our copy follows the pagination of OCLC 6595972. So we assume that the second edition had no half title. Contents themselves are complete. To the end is a single leaf of advertisements from Debretts, end with a hanging "the" indicating there should be a second…

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    London: J. Debrett, 1793. Second edition. A nice copy of this open letter to his constituents, from the political radical Charles James Fox. It argued his radical position and opposition to war with France. Significant here, as France declared war on the United Kingdom six days later. Although this copy seems to lack the half title and a blank, as it begins with the title page, and the next leaf has the signature B, our copy follows the pagination of OCLC 6595972. So we assume that the second edition had no half title. Contents themselves are complete. To the end is a single leaf of advertisements from Debretts, end with a hanging "the" indicating there should be a second leaf (here lacking). Sewn with twine (as with all other copies we have seen). The covers have a little marking and edgewear, but inside, the contents are clean and tidy throughout. [ii], 43, [1]. pages. Charles James Fox, a radical Whig reformer, was first elected for a rotten borough in 1768 whilst he was still underage. He first represented the significant borough of Westminster in 1780, and remained their member of parliament until his death in 1806. 20cm x 11.5cm. Conforms to WorldCat / OCLC: 6595972.

    . Deuxième édition. Bel exemplaire de cette lettre ouverte adressée à ses électeurs par le radical Charles James Fox. Il y défend sa position radicale et son opposition à la guerre avec la France. Cette lettre est importante car la France déclara la guerre au Royaume-Uni six jours plus tard. Bien que cet exemplaire semble dépourvu de la moitié du titre et d'un blanc, puisqu'il commence par la page de titre, et que le feuillet suivant porte la signature B, notre exemplaire suit la pagination de l'OCLC 6595972. Nous supposons donc que la deuxième édition n'avait pas de demi-titre. La table des matières est complète. A la fin se trouve un seul feuillet de publicité de Debretts, avec un "the" suspendu indiquant qu'il devrait y avoir un deuxième feuillet (ici manquant). Cousu avec de la ficelle (comme pour tous les autres exemplaires que nous avons vus). Les couvertures ont un peu de marques et d'usure, mais à l'intérieur, le contenu est propre et bien rangé. [ii], 43, [1]. pages. Charles James Fox, un réformateur Whig radical, a été élu pour la première fois pour un borough pourri en 1768 alors qu'il était encore mineur. Il représenta pour la première fois l'important borough de Westminster en 1780, et resta leur membre du parlement jusqu'à sa mort en 1806. 20 cm x 11,5 cm. Conforme à WorldCat / OCLC : 6595972.

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  • The Funeral Oration for Charles II
    A loyal tear dropt on the vault of the high and mighty Prince Charles II. Of glorious and happy memory... by ANDERSON, Henry
    ANDERSON, Henry
    A loyal tear dropt on the vault of the high and mighty Prince Charles II. Of glorious and happy memory...

    London: Luke Meredith at The King's Head, 1685. Full title reads: "A loyal tear dropt on the vault of the high and mighty Prince Charles II. Of glorious and happy memory. By Henry Anderson, M.A. vicar of Kingsumborne in Hampshire."
    The original funeral oration for Charles II. Now bound in faux leather boards with gilt titles to the front board. End papers from time of binding. Bound in to the rear are two additional leaves, printed in Circa 1816 and each offering a hymn composed by Joseph Wiggins. He was a member of Stretton Friendly Society (Quakers). The faux leather cover is clean and bright. The text is mainly clean, with a touch of marking / foxing to it.…

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    London: Luke Meredith at The King's Head, 1685. Full title reads: "A loyal tear dropt on the vault of the high and mighty Prince Charles II. Of glorious and happy memory. By Henry Anderson, M.A. vicar of Kingsumborne in Hampshire."
    The original funeral oration for Charles II. Now bound in faux leather boards with gilt titles to the front board. End papers from time of binding. Bound in to the rear are two additional leaves, printed in Circa 1816 and each offering a hymn composed by Joseph Wiggins. He was a member of Stretton Friendly Society (Quakers). The faux leather cover is clean and bright. The text is mainly clean, with a touch of marking / foxing to it. small number 19 to title suggests that this has been abstracted from a larger collection at some point. [6], 26, [4] p. ; 4⁰. Signatures: A-D⁴ +2 leaves. 200 x 150 mm (7¾ x 6 inches).
    Conforms to Wing A3091. Bibliography - Wing (2nd ed.), A3091

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  • A Manual of Orchestration. by CLARKE, Hamilton.
    CLARKE, Hamilton.
    A Manual of Orchestration. Designed especially to enable amateurs to follow intelligently the performance of Orchestral music.

    London: J. Curwen & Sons. First edition. No date but 1893. With an appendix containing details as to the structure, compass, and peculiarities of various instruments of the orchestra, by Geo. Oakey. Original blind embossed red cloth with gilt titles to front board and spine. Clean, but with a touch of fading to the spine and sun darkening to the front board. Internally clean and tidy throughout. Fold-out frontispiece depicting the major instruments of the orchestra. 2 preliminary leaves, 124 pages : illustrations (music). 18.5cm x 13cm. Conforms to WorldCat OCLC: 2086081.

    . Première édition. Pas de date mais 1893. Avec un appendice contenant des détails sur la structure, le compas et les particularités de divers instruments de l'orchestre,…

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    London: J. Curwen & Sons. First edition. No date but 1893. With an appendix containing details as to the structure, compass, and peculiarities of various instruments of the orchestra, by Geo. Oakey. Original blind embossed red cloth with gilt titles to front board and spine. Clean, but with a touch of fading to the spine and sun darkening to the front board. Internally clean and tidy throughout. Fold-out frontispiece depicting the major instruments of the orchestra. 2 preliminary leaves, 124 pages : illustrations (music). 18.5cm x 13cm. Conforms to WorldCat OCLC: 2086081.

    . Première édition. Pas de date mais 1893. Avec un appendice contenant des détails sur la structure, le compas et les particularités de divers instruments de l'orchestre, par Geo. Oakey. Original en tissu rouge gaufré à l'aveugle avec des titres dorés sur la première page et sur le dos. Propre, mais avec une légère décoloration au dos et un assombrissement dû au soleil sur la première planche. L'intérieur de l'ouvrage est propre et bien rangé. Le frontispice dépliant représente les principaux instruments de l'orchestre. 2 feuillets préliminaires, 124 pages : illustrations (musique). 18.5cm x 13cm. Conforme à WorldCat OCLC : 2086081.

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  • engraved miniature images of virtue and vice
    A miniature book holding a collection of prints. by CHODOWIECKI, Daniel
    CHODOWIECKI, Daniel
    A miniature book holding a collection of prints. Half of English and German hairstyles, and half from Lichtenberg's Göttinger Taschenkalender

    Germany: Johann Christian Dieterich, 1777. A very nice collection of miniature engraved plates by Chodowiecki, all focussed on appearance and fashion. The work is in two parts (although the plates are mixed). Ten of them are illustrations from Lichtenberg's Göttinger Taschenkalender. This is similar to the imagery used in "Rake's progress" by Hogarth and was apparently inspired by this series. The series is" illustrating the 'Progress of Virtue and Vice'; the series is split into two parts, one illustrating the 'virtuous' life juxtaposed to the morally condemnable of a man and of a woman respectively; each is illustrated by a series of portraits in roundels which seem to reflect upon the effects of morality (or lack of the latter)…

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    Germany: Johann Christian Dieterich, 1777. A very nice collection of miniature engraved plates by Chodowiecki, all focussed on appearance and fashion. The work is in two parts (although the plates are mixed). Ten of them are illustrations from Lichtenberg's Göttinger Taschenkalender. This is similar to the imagery used in "Rake's progress" by Hogarth and was apparently inspired by this series. The series is" illustrating the 'Progress of Virtue and Vice'; the series is split into two parts, one illustrating the 'virtuous' life juxtaposed to the morally condemnable of a man and of a woman respectively; each is illustrated by a series of portraits in roundels which seem to reflect upon the effects of morality (or lack of the latter) on the physiognomy of the sitters, hence underlining Lichtenberg's theory of expression being the mirror of the soul." (British Museum). The full series is twelve engraved plates. All are present here. Interspersed with these plates, are seventeen engraved plates by the same artists showing hair fashions. Mostly from the series "Coiffures Angloises" there are also a number from "Coiffures de Berlin" and a couple which appear to be intricate French hair styles of the time. The binding is a simple stiff paper covered card, with rubbing and splitting to the spine. Inside, the prints are pasted onto stiff paper. Although most of the images are in fairly good condition, one has been torn in half and pasted down in two parts, and another has a corner torn off. All have a little edgewear. Nevertheless, and attractive collection. 27 leaves. Pasted to one side only. 9.5cm x 6cm. The Göttinger Taschenkalender prints conform to BM 1863,0613.380-391 who have a lengthy entry on this work. Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki (1726-1801) was a major 18th-century German engraver and illustrator, especially active in book and calendar imagery.

    . Une très belle collection de planches gravées miniatures de Chodowiecki, toutes consacrées à l'apparence et à la mode. L'œuvre se compose de deux parties (bien que les planches soient mélangées). Dix d'entre elles sont des illustrations tirées du *Göttinger Taschenkalender* de Lichtenberg. Ce style s'apparente à l'imagerie utilisée dans *Le Progrès du libertin* de Hogarth et s'est apparemment inspiré de cette série. La série « illustre le « Progrès de la vertu et du vice » ; la série est divisée en deux parties, l'une illustrant la vie « vertueuse » juxtaposée à celle, moralement condamnable, d'un homme et d'une femme respectivement ; chacune est illustrée par une série de portraits en médaillons qui semblent refléter les effets de la moralité (ou de l'absence de celle-ci) sur la physionomie des modèles, soulignant ainsi la théorie de Lichtenberg selon laquelle l'expression est le miroir de l'âme. » (British Museum). La série complète comprend douze planches gravées. Toutes sont présentes ici. Entre ces planches s'intercalent dix-sept planches gravées par les mêmes artistes représentant des coiffures à la mode. Provenant pour la plupart de la série « Coiffures Angloises », certaines sont issues de « Coiffures de Berlin » et quelques-unes semblent représenter des coiffures françaises complexes de l'époque. La reliure est une simple carte recouverte de papier rigide, présentant des frottements et des fentes au niveau du dos. À l'intérieur, les gravures sont collées sur du papier rigide. Bien que la plupart des images soient en assez bon état, l'une d'entre elles a été déchirée en deux et recollée en deux parties, et une autre présente un coin arraché. Toutes présentent de légères usures sur les bords. Il s'agit néanmoins d'une collection attrayante. 27 feuillets. Collées d'un seul côté. 9,5 cm x 6 cm. Les gravures du « Göttinger Taschenkalender » correspondent aux numéros BM 1863,0613.380-391, pour lesquels il existe une notice détaillée. Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki (1726-1801) fut un graveur et illustrateur allemand majeur du XVIIIe siècle, particulièrement actif dans le domaine de l'illustration de livres et de calendriers.

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  • A Mortal Flower by SUYIN, Han.
    SUYIN, Han.
    A Mortal Flower

    London: Jonathan Cape, 1966. First edition in dust wrapper. Wrapper is clean, with a touch of nicking and edgewear and with a 1cm closed tear to the head of the spine. Now in protective archival film. Hardback in clean and neat green cloth with just a touch of bumping. Book is in good clean condition throughout. What is interesting about this copy, is that there is a gift inscription to the verso of the half title, stating that the book was taken from the Iranian Embassy shortly after the SAS had ended the embassy siege in 1980. The annotation claims that it was taken from the embassy an hour after the siege, but apart from this seeming unlikely (with…

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    London: Jonathan Cape, 1966. First edition in dust wrapper. Wrapper is clean, with a touch of nicking and edgewear and with a 1cm closed tear to the head of the spine. Now in protective archival film. Hardback in clean and neat green cloth with just a touch of bumping. Book is in good clean condition throughout. What is interesting about this copy, is that there is a gift inscription to the verso of the half title, stating that the book was taken from the Iranian Embassy shortly after the SAS had ended the embassy siege in 1980. The annotation claims that it was taken from the embassy an hour after the siege, but apart from this seeming unlikely (with security concerns at the time) the date given is actually 3 weeks after the end of the siege. There is no evidence that this is true but a strange thing to make up and we offer it as an interesting oddity! 414 pages. 220 by 150mm (8¾ by 6 inches).

    . Première édition sous couverture anti-poussière. L'emballage est propre, avec une touche d'entaille et d'usure des bords et avec une déchirure fermée de 1 cm à la tête de la colonne vertébrale. Maintenant dans un film d'archives protecteur. Couverture cartonnée en toile verte propre et soignée avec juste une touche de bosse. Le livre est en bon état de propreté partout. Ce qui est intéressant à propos de cet exemplaire, c'est qu'il y a une inscription cadeau au verso du faux titre, indiquant que le livre a été pris à l'ambassade d'Iran peu de temps après que le SAS eut mis fin au siège de l'ambassade en 1980. L'annotation prétend qu'il a été prise de l'ambassade une heure après le siège, mais à part cela qui semble peu probable (avec des problèmes de sécurité à l'époque), la date indiquée est en fait 3 semaines après la fin du siège. Il n'y a aucune preuve que cela soit vrai mais une chose étrange à inventer et nous l'offrons comme une bizarrerie intéressante ! 414 pages. 220 par 150 mm

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  • A narrative of the loss of The Kent East Indiaman, by fire, in the Bay of Biscay, on the 1st March, 1825. by [McGregor, Duncan, Sir]
    [McGregor, Duncan, Sir]
    A narrative of the loss of The Kent East Indiaman, by fire, in the Bay of Biscay, on the 1st March, 1825. In a letter to a friend

    Edinburgh: Waugh & Innes. First edition. A very nice copy of the account of the destruction of The Kent in 1825. Recent hard covers, with green cloth spine and attractive pale green flecked boards. In very good, clean condition. An original paper printed title has been laid down to the spine. New end papers. The text is in good, clean condition. Fractional straining to the hinge to the final page. Complete. 78 pages. 17cm x 11cm. Signed on p. 61: "Servatus" who was later identified as Sir Duncan McGregor. Re-printed a number of times in the first year of publication, this is the first issue, conforming to WorldCat / OCLC: 12417779.
    The "Kent", an East Indiaman belonging to the…

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    Edinburgh: Waugh & Innes. First edition. A very nice copy of the account of the destruction of The Kent in 1825. Recent hard covers, with green cloth spine and attractive pale green flecked boards. In very good, clean condition. An original paper printed title has been laid down to the spine. New end papers. The text is in good, clean condition. Fractional straining to the hinge to the final page. Complete. 78 pages. 17cm x 11cm. Signed on p. 61: "Servatus" who was later identified as Sir Duncan McGregor. Re-printed a number of times in the first year of publication, this is the first issue, conforming to WorldCat / OCLC: 12417779.
    The "Kent", an East Indiaman belonging to the British East India Company and bound for Bengal and China, caught fire in the Bay of Biscay during her maiden voyage. On board were 641 persons, including 20 officers and 344 men of the 31st Regiment of Foot, together with 43 women, 66 children, 20 private passengers, and a crew of 148 (officers included). By the prompt action of Captain Cook of the passing "Cambria", 547 lives were saved.

    . Première édition. Très bel exemplaire du récit de la destruction du Kent en 1825. Couverture rigide récente, avec dos en toile verte et jolies platines vert pâle mouchetées. En très bon état, propre. Un titre original imprimé sur papier a été apposé sur le dos. Pages de garde neuves. Le texte est en bon état, propre. Légère déformation au niveau de la charnière de la dernière page. Complet. 78 pages. 17 cm x 11 cm. Signé à la page 61 : « Servatus », qui a ensuite été identifié comme étant Sir Duncan McGregor. Réimprimé à plusieurs reprises au cours de la première année de publication, il s'agit ici du premier numéro, conforme à WorldCat / OCLC : 12417779.
    Le « Kent », un navire de la Compagnie britannique des Indes orientales à destination du Bengale et de la Chine, a pris feu dans le golfe de Gascogne lors de son voyage inaugural. Il y avait à bord 641 personnes, dont 20 officiers et 344 hommes du 31e régiment d'infanterie, ainsi que 43 femmes, 66 enfants, 20 passagers privés et un équipage de 148 personnes (officiers compris). Grâce à l'intervention rapide du capitaine Cook du « Cambria », qui passait par là, 547 vies ont été sauvées.

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  • A Portrait of the author by PUYOS, Jean [?]
    PUYOS, Jean [?]
    A Portrait of the author

    Paris: S.P, 1892. First edition. An original pencil sketch. Although unsigned by the artist, this is probably a self portrait. Written across the page is an illegible place, and then "1er Mai 92 signé et approuvé l'auteur Jean Puyos". followed by the signature. Although we cannot find the name amongst authors or artists of the late nineteenth century, this is nevertheless and attractive caricature of a man wearing a hat and smoking. A little marking and staining. Laid onto backing card. 17cm x 14cm.

    . Première édition. Une esquisse originale au crayon. Bien que non signé par l'artiste, il s'agit probablement d'un autoportrait. Un lieu illisible est inscrit sur la page, puis "1er Mai 92 signé et approuvé…

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    Paris: S.P, 1892. First edition. An original pencil sketch. Although unsigned by the artist, this is probably a self portrait. Written across the page is an illegible place, and then "1er Mai 92 signé et approuvé l'auteur Jean Puyos". followed by the signature. Although we cannot find the name amongst authors or artists of the late nineteenth century, this is nevertheless and attractive caricature of a man wearing a hat and smoking. A little marking and staining. Laid onto backing card. 17cm x 14cm.

    . Première édition. Une esquisse originale au crayon. Bien que non signé par l'artiste, il s'agit probablement d'un autoportrait. Un lieu illisible est inscrit sur la page, puis "1er Mai 92 signé et approuvé l'auteur Jean Puyos", suivi de la signature. Bien que nous ne trouvions pas ce nom parmi les auteurs ou les artistes de la fin du dix-neuvième siècle, il s'agit néanmoins d'une jolie caricature d'un homme portant un chapeau et fumant. Quelques marques et taches. Collé sur une carte de soutien. 17cm x 14cm.

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  • A private collection of photographs recording the Royal visits to the ideal home exhibition at Olympia in 1954 by [ANON]
    [ANON]
    A private collection of photographs recording the Royal visits to the ideal home exhibition at Olympia in 1954

    London: N/A, 1954. Beautifully bound by Sangorski & Sutcliffe. The attendees captured here include H.R.H. Princess Margaret, The Duke & Duchess of Gloucester, The Duke and Duchess of Kent. Landscape album 246 by 307mm (9¾ by 12 inches). 4 blank leaves, 2 titles (printed in red and black). 28 black and white silver gelatin prints (193x245 mm) mounted on 14 leaves. A further 4 leaves of blanks to the rear. Full morocco binding titled in gold on the first cover in a double frame of gilt fillets, ribbed spine decorated with gilt fillets, gilt fillets on the cuts, interior border highlighted with gilt fillets, binding signed Sangorski & Sutcliffe, London. A little bumping to the corners. Slight handling to…

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    London: N/A, 1954. Beautifully bound by Sangorski & Sutcliffe. The attendees captured here include H.R.H. Princess Margaret, The Duke & Duchess of Gloucester, The Duke and Duchess of Kent. Landscape album 246 by 307mm (9¾ by 12 inches). 4 blank leaves, 2 titles (printed in red and black). 28 black and white silver gelatin prints (193x245 mm) mounted on 14 leaves. A further 4 leaves of blanks to the rear. Full morocco binding titled in gold on the first cover in a double frame of gilt fillets, ribbed spine decorated with gilt fillets, gilt fillets on the cuts, interior border highlighted with gilt fillets, binding signed Sangorski & Sutcliffe, London. A little bumping to the corners. Slight handling to the binding only. An inscription has been scratched away on a front end paper. Still a lovely copy. The first 14 photos document the visit of Princess Margaret who was then 24 years old, the next 6 photos concern the Princess and the Duke of Gloucester, the last 8 photos the Duchess of Kent (Princess Marina) and her eldest son (Now Prince Edward, Duke of Kent). Single album, or produced in a very few copies. Although this is a private collection, the indications are that it was produced by press photographers from the Daily Mail. To the title page, the address is Northcliffe House, London. EC4 - which was the headquarters of the Daily Mail at the time. A couple of the photographs can be identified as being used in the press at the time. Also identified in the pictures are Philip Rosenthal, of Rosenthal Porzellan, Germany. Lord Rothermere, Mr Stokes (The organiser of the exhibition).

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  • A Review of the "Spiritual Manifestations.": Read Before the Congregational Association of New York and Brooklyn. by BEECHER, Charles.
    BEECHER, Charles.
    A Review of the "Spiritual Manifestations.": Read Before the Congregational Association of New York and Brooklyn.

    London: Thomas Bosworth, 1853. First Edition. (English) A fascinating work on Spiritualism by Charles Beecher, the brother of Harriet Beecher Stowe (author of Uncle Tom's Cabin) He was also an abolitionist. Original blind stamped cloth with gilt titles. There is a little staining / bumping to the covers, but still in a good state. Yellow end papers with contemporary owner's name to the end paper. The text block is in good, clean condition, with a touch of a lean to the book, and light foxing here and there. xxvii, [i], 94, [ii]. pages. 17.5cm x 11cm. This work is a review of the speech given before the Congregational Association of New York and Brooklyn. An uncommon work in this…

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    London: Thomas Bosworth, 1853. First Edition. (English) A fascinating work on Spiritualism by Charles Beecher, the brother of Harriet Beecher Stowe (author of Uncle Tom's Cabin) He was also an abolitionist. Original blind stamped cloth with gilt titles. There is a little staining / bumping to the covers, but still in a good state. Yellow end papers with contemporary owner's name to the end paper. The text block is in good, clean condition, with a touch of a lean to the book, and light foxing here and there. xxvii, [i], 94, [ii]. pages. 17.5cm x 11cm. This work is a review of the speech given before the Congregational Association of New York and Brooklyn. An uncommon work in this first English edition. Conforms to WorldCat / OCLC: 29817396.
    Contents: Part I. Origin. Hypotheses stated, Odyle ; Apneumatic hypothesis, Cerebral automacy ; Apneumatic hypothesis, Mental automacy ; Pneumatic hypothesis, Philosophic argument ; Mental automacy unsatisfactory ; Transition to scripture argument ; Pneumatic hypothesis, Teachings of the Bible -- Part II. Character. The claims, standards, divine origin, and ethics of "spiritualism" ; Theology of "spiritualism" ; Practical results, Conclusion.

    . Première édition. (Un ouvrage fascinant sur le spiritisme par Charles Beecher, le frère de Harriet Beecher Stowe (auteur de La Case de l'oncle Tom). Il était également abolitionniste. Toile originale estampillée à l'aveugle avec titres dorés. Les couvertures sont un peu tachées et bosselées, mais elles sont encore en bon état. Papiers de fin jaunes avec le nom du propriétaire contemporain sur le papier de fin. Le bloc de texte est en bon état, propre, avec une légère inclinaison du livre, et de légères rousseurs ici et là. xxvii, [i], 94, [ii]. pages. 17.5cm x 11cm. Cet ouvrage est un compte-rendu du discours prononcé devant la Congregational Association of New York and Brooklyn. Ouvrage peu courant dans cette première édition anglaise. Conforme à WorldCat / OCLC : 29817396.
    Table des matières : Partie I. Origine. Hypothèses énoncées, Odyle ; Hypothèse apneumatique, Automatisme cérébral ; Hypothèse apneumatique, Automatisme mental ; Hypothèse pneumatique, Argument philosophique ; Automatisme mental insatisfaisant ; Passage à l'argument scripturaire ; Hypothèse pneumatique, Enseignements de la Bible -- Partie II. Caractère. Les prétentions, les normes, l'origine divine et l'éthique du "spiritisme" ; La théologie du "spiritisme" ; Les résultats pratiques, Conclusion.

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  • A Sermon on the anniversary of the Great Fire of London by HESKETH, Henry
    HESKETH, Henry
    A Sermon on the anniversary of the Great Fire of London

    London: Robert Sollers, 1682. The title of the tract is: "A Sermon preached before the Right Honourable the Lord Mayor and Aldermen of the City of London at Bow Church, September the 2d 1682. Being the day of their Publick Humiliation for the late dreadful Fire. " The fire started on 2nd September 1666. After the event King Charles ordered that there should be a day of fasting and public humiliation on the anniversary each day. This sermon was given on the 16th anniversary. Recent faux leather binding with gilt title. very good condition. The sermon itself is in very good, clean condition, with just a touch of darkening. 28 pages. 200 x 150 mm (7¾ x 6 inches).

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  • A Sharp between two Flats. by H.B. [John Doyle]
    H.B. [John Doyle]
    A Sharp between two Flats.

    London: Thos. McLean. First edition lithograph, published August 3rd 1833. Image is 28.5 x 39.5 cm. Laid onto brown card (35 x 50 cm). To verso is a blank mount of the same size. Clean tidy print, with slight creasing to the outside edge onlyFractional browning to edges. Mount is clean and neat. McLean's embossed seal is to the bottom left of the print. Issued as number 279, in a series entitled: Political sketches - Issued in 5 volumes. Printed by Alfred Ducôte. "The Duke of Wellington sitting between the late Duke of Gloucester and the King of Hanover. Of the applicability of the title of this sketch let every one judge for himself; but all who have been…

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    London: Thos. McLean. First edition lithograph, published August 3rd 1833. Image is 28.5 x 39.5 cm. Laid onto brown card (35 x 50 cm). To verso is a blank mount of the same size. Clean tidy print, with slight creasing to the outside edge onlyFractional browning to edges. Mount is clean and neat. McLean's embossed seal is to the bottom left of the print. Issued as number 279, in a series entitled: Political sketches - Issued in 5 volumes. Printed by Alfred Ducôte. "The Duke of Wellington sitting between the late Duke of Gloucester and the King of Hanover. Of the applicability of the title of this sketch let every one judge for himself; but all who have been in the habit of attending in the House of Lords, will acknowledge the fidelity of the portraits in face, figure, dress, attitude, and position." This from Mclean. Illustrative Key to the Political Sketches of H.B. From No.1 to No. 600. Conforms to the National Portrait Gallery copy: NPG D41214.

    . H.B. [John Doyle] Lithographie de première édition, publiée le 3 août 1833. L'image mesure 28,5 x 39,5 cm. Montée sur un carton brun (35 x 50 cm). Au verso se trouve un passe-partout vierge de même taille. Estampe propre et soignée, présentant de légers plis sur le bord extérieur uniquement. Légers jaunissements sur les bords. Le passe-partout est propre et soigné. Le sceau en relief de McLean figure en bas à gauche de l'estampe. Publiée sous le numéro 279, dans une série intitulée : « Political sketches » (Esquisses politiques) – Publiée en 5 volumes. Imprimé par Alfred Ducôte. « Le duc de Wellington assis entre le défunt duc de Gloucester et le roi de Hanovre. Que chacun juge par lui-même de la pertinence du titre de cette esquisse ; mais tous ceux qui ont l'habitude de fréquenter la Chambre des lords reconnaîtront la fidélité des portraits, tant au niveau du visage, de la silhouette, de la tenue, de l'attitude que de la position. » Extrait de Mclean. Clé illustrée des croquis politiques de H.B., du n° 1 au n° 600. Conforme à l'exemplaire de la National Portrait Gallery : NPG D41214.

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  • A Short Account of the Origin and Progress of the Catholic Institute of Great Britain: by CATHOLIC INSTITUTE OF GREAT BRITAIN
    CATHOLIC INSTITUTE OF GREAT BRITAIN
    A Short Account of the Origin and Progress of the Catholic Institute of Great Britain: With an Appendix of Documents, intended as An Introduction to the First Annual Report.

    Edition: First Edition

    London: C. Richards: 1839. A thin volume, not bound up (as issued) Titles and monogram of the institute to the front cover. Sewn. The list of patrons and the committee, led by the Earl of Shrewsbury, includes Lord Clifford as one of the (many) Vice Presidents. The Catholic Institute grew out of the Metropolitan Catholic Tract Society. The organisation was formed "To protect the rights of Conscience of the Poorer classes of Catholics and to promote the interests of Religion and charity." Irish M.P. Daniel O'Connell was also involved in the establishment of the Institute. Led initially by the Hon. Charles Langdale M.P. 16pp.

    Condition: Clean and tidy copy of this work. The pages are almost without mark, and the printing has made a clean, deep impression.

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  • A Topographical Dictionary of Scotland, Containing a General Description of the Kingdom by WEBSTER, David
    WEBSTER, David
    A Topographical Dictionary of Scotland, Containing a General Description of the Kingdom

    Edinburgh: D Webster & D Schaw, 1817. First Edition. Contemporary half leather binding with gilt decoration and titles to the spine. The boards are significantly rubbed, and the gilt to the spine dulled, but still attractive and original. The "Elegant sheet map" of Scotland is present, but a quarter of it (North East) is missing, and there are a couple of closed tears to the rest of the sheet. The book itself is complete and in sound shape, but has moderate foxing / darkening throughout. XXviii, 676 pages + map. includes Errata. 210 by 130mm (8¼ by 5 inches). OCLC Number / Unique Identifier: 25167176.

    . Première édition. Reliure contemporaine en demi-cuir avec décoration et titres dorés au dos.…

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    Edinburgh: D Webster & D Schaw, 1817. First Edition. Contemporary half leather binding with gilt decoration and titles to the spine. The boards are significantly rubbed, and the gilt to the spine dulled, but still attractive and original. The "Elegant sheet map" of Scotland is present, but a quarter of it (North East) is missing, and there are a couple of closed tears to the rest of the sheet. The book itself is complete and in sound shape, but has moderate foxing / darkening throughout. XXviii, 676 pages + map. includes Errata. 210 by 130mm (8¼ by 5 inches). OCLC Number / Unique Identifier: 25167176.

    . Première édition. Reliure contemporaine en demi-cuir avec décoration et titres dorés au dos. Les planches sont considérablement frottées et la dorure du dos est ternie, mais l'ouvrage reste attrayant et original. La "carte en feuille élégante" de l'Ecosse est présente, mais il manque un quart de la carte (Nord-Est), et il y a quelques déchirures fermées sur le reste de la feuille. Le livre lui-même est complet et en bon état, mais présente des rousseurs modérées. XXviii, 676 pages + carte. comprend l'Errata. 210 par 130mm (8¼ par 5 pouces). Numéro OCLC / Identificateur unique : 25167176

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  • Abrége de L'Évangile Médité pour toute L'Année/ by DURAND, L'Abbé Francois Durand
    DURAND, L'Abbé Francois Durand
    Abrége de L'Évangile Médité pour toute L'Année/ suivant les quatre Évangiles, d'après l'abbé Duquesne

    Paris: Librairie Bloud & Cie, 1903. First edition. Series Two and Three of this collection of meditations (There was also series one, which we do not have). Together, three volumes. Second series. Volumes one and two. "Prédication et miracles de Jésus Christ." The third series, in a single volume is "Passion et résurrection du Sauveur." Contemporary cloth with leather title to the spine. Marbled boards. The exteriors of each volume is slightly dusty and bumped, but without significant stains or marks. Inside, the pages are moderately darkened, as printed on fairly cheap paper. Othewise in good, clean condition. The binding of volume one is a little shaken and loose but holding. Collation: 400, [8]., 405, [ii]., 437, [6]. pages.…

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    Paris: Librairie Bloud & Cie, 1903. First edition. Series Two and Three of this collection of meditations (There was also series one, which we do not have). Together, three volumes. Second series. Volumes one and two. "Prédication et miracles de Jésus Christ." The third series, in a single volume is "Passion et résurrection du Sauveur." Contemporary cloth with leather title to the spine. Marbled boards. The exteriors of each volume is slightly dusty and bumped, but without significant stains or marks. Inside, the pages are moderately darkened, as printed on fairly cheap paper. Othewise in good, clean condition. The binding of volume one is a little shaken and loose but holding. Collation: 400, [8]., 405, [ii]., 437, [6]. pages. 18cm x 12cm. Conforms to WorldCat / OCLC: 457431415 (apart from the lack of series one). A rare set, there are no copies for sale at the time of cataloguing.

    . Première édition. Séries deux et trois de cette collection de méditations (il existait également une série un, que nous ne possédons pas). Ensemble de trois volumes. Deuxième série. Volumes un et deux. « Prédication et miracles de Jésus Christ ». La troisième série, en un seul volume, est intitulée « Passion et résurrection du Sauveur ». Reliure en toile d'époque avec titre en cuir sur le dos. Couverture marbrée. L'extérieur de chaque volume est légèrement poussiéreux et abîmé, mais sans taches ni marques importantes. À l'intérieur, les pages sont modérément noircies, car imprimées sur du papier de qualité médiocre. Sinon, l'état général est bon et propre. La reliure du volume 1 est un peu abîmée et lâche, mais tient encore. Collation : 400, [8]., 405, [ii]., 437, [6]. pages. 18 cm x 12 cm. Conforme à WorldCat / OCLC : 457431415 (à l'exception de l'absence de la première série). Ensemble rare, aucun exemplaire n'est en vente au moment du catalogage.

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  • Complete copy of this scarce illustrated edition.
    Abrégé de l'histoire des Turcs. by DU VERDIER, Gilbert Saulnier.
    DU VERDIER, Gilbert Saulnier.
    Abrégé de l'histoire des Turcs. Complete in three volumes.

    Paris: Chez Theodore Girard, 1676. Fourth edition, with portrait illustrations. A very nice set of this three volume edition. Full leather with gilt titles and decoration to the spine. There is a little rubbing and bumping to the boards, with slight cracking to the spine edge. Contains three engraved frontispieces, 24 engraved portrait copperplates (one for each of the emperors, and naturally for George Castriot of Scanderberg, the King of Albania), and 1 multi-folded copper map showing the Battle of Saint Gotthard. Comprehensive work with an overview of the origins of the Turks, their religion, their customs, the "extent of the empire", as well as a description of the reign of each emperor from Osman I, founder of the…

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    Paris: Chez Theodore Girard, 1676. Fourth edition, with portrait illustrations. A very nice set of this three volume edition. Full leather with gilt titles and decoration to the spine. There is a little rubbing and bumping to the boards, with slight cracking to the spine edge. Contains three engraved frontispieces, 24 engraved portrait copperplates (one for each of the emperors, and naturally for George Castriot of Scanderberg, the King of Albania), and 1 multi-folded copper map showing the Battle of Saint Gotthard. Comprehensive work with an overview of the origins of the Turks, their religion, their customs, the "extent of the empire", as well as a description of the reign of each emperor from Osman I, founder of the dynasty, to "Mehmed IV", the reigning emperor at the time of publication. Internally, the work is generally in very good condition, with a little marking and edgewear to some pages. The large folding map has had a long tear across it repaired with archival tape. Now barely visible (see photo). The title states "enriched in this fourth edition with their intaglio portraits and increased by several beautiful curious remarks on the present state of the Ottoman Empire, which have not been inserted in the others." We have been unable to find a WorldCat / OCLC entry for the three volumes of this edition (only for individual volumes). 16.5cm x 10cm. Collation: [viii], 544, [xxiv]., [iv], 528, [xxiv]., [iv], 633, [xxvix]. folding engraving. Text in French. A rare work in any edition, there are no copies currently for sale, and we could find no auction records for this edition.

    . Quatrième édition, avec des portraits illustrés. Très bel ensemble de cette édition en trois volumes. Plein cuir avec titres et décorations dorés au dos. Les planches sont légèrement frottées et bosselées, et le bord du dos est légèrement craquelé. Contient trois frontispices gravés, 24 portraits gravés sur cuivre (un pour chacun des empereurs, et naturellement pour George Castriot de Scanderberg, le roi d'Albanie), et une carte multi-pliée sur cuivre montrant la bataille de Saint Gotthard. Ouvrage complet avec un aperçu des origines des Turcs, de leur religion, de leurs coutumes, de "l'étendue de l'empire", ainsi qu'une description du règne de chaque empereur depuis Osman Ier, fondateur de la dynastie, jusqu'à "Mehmed IV", l'empereur régnant au moment de la publication. L'ouvrage est en général en très bon état, avec quelques marques et usures sur certaines pages. La grande carte dépliante a subi une longue déchirure réparée avec du ruban adhésif d'archivage. Cette déchirure est à présent à peine visible (voir photo). Le titre indique "enrichi dans cette quatrième édition de leurs portraits en taille-douce et augmenté de plusieurs belles remarques curieuses sur l'état actuel de l'Empire ottoman, qui n'ont pas été insérées dans les autres". Nous n'avons pas pu trouver d'entrée WorldCat / OCLC pour les trois volumes de cette édition (seulement pour les volumes individuels). 16.5cm x 10cm. Collation : [viii], 544, [xxiv], [iv], 528, [xxiv], [iv], 633, [xxvix]. gravure dépliante. Texte en français. Ouvrage rare, quelle que soit l'édition, il n'y a pas d'exemplaires actuellement en vente, et nous n'avons pas trouvé d'enchères pour cette édition.

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  • Agincourt MCCCCXV. Waterloo MDCCCXV. by HUMPHRIES, Sydney
    HUMPHRIES, Sydney
    Agincourt MCCCCXV. Waterloo MDCCCXV. For Empire and Greatness it importeth most that a Nation do Profess Arms as their Principal Honor Study and Occupation.

    London: Privately Printed for Sydney Humphries, 1915. Very scarce. Magnificent privately produced book, limited to only 20 copies. Uncut folio on fine paper. Attractive blue cloth hardback with gilt title to spine. A patriotic compilation - published in the early part of WW1 - on anti-German sentiments. A few spots to front board. Preface signed Sydney Humphries. His coat of arms is in gilt on the boards. The frontispiece reproduces upon a two-thirds scale a page of William Morris's projected Kelmscott Press edition of Froissart's Chronicles. Printed by R & R Clarke, Edinburgh. xxxiii, 65 pp. 370 x 260 mm (14½ x 10¼ inches).

    Book ID: 3858
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