Idylls Ghetto Poems by Witt (12 results)

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a collection of first-hand accounts and poetry that explores the lives and experiences of Jewish immigrants in New York City's Lower East Side during the early 20th-century. The author provides an in-depth look at the challenges and triumphs faced by these individuals as they navigate a new and often hostile environment. Through personal anecdotes and evocative descriptions, the book paints a vivid portrait of resilience and hope amidst poverty, discrimination, and the search for belonging. The author examines themes of assimilation, cultural identity, and the pursuit of the American Dream, offering readers a unique perspective on the immigrant experience and its lasting impact on American society. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

First edition. 8vo. Hardcover binding, gilt lettering cover and spine, ex-library, overall good condtion. (99478).

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

LeatherBound. Condition: New. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1927 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 102.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Cloth. Condition: Good. No Jacket. #99/100cc. Inscribed by the author. Staining along edges.

Paperback / softback. Condition: New. New copy - Usually dispatched within 4 working days. 156.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. This book is available in 5 different Leather color without any extra cost. Explore More Options by Clicking on 'More Images' and Notify Us of Your Choice via Email within 24 hours of placing the order. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" 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 2017, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1927. 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: - 86, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. 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. 86.

DE WITT, S.A. IDYLLS OF THE GHETTO AND OTHER POEMS. NY: Rand Book Store, 1927. Small 8vo., two-tomed cloth, stamped in gilt. Limited Edition of 100 numbered copies printed for subscribers, of which this is copy #47. Samuel Aaron De Witt grew up in the East Side ghetto in New York City. De Witt was also a New York State Socialist Party Assemblyman and was one of five assemblymen expelled during the Red Scare of 1920 on the grounds that his membership in the Socialist Party constituted disloyalty to the United States. Signed presentation from De Witt on the limitation page: "For Wm. Blossom Emory, poet and prince of [illegible word], from S.A. De Witt 6/1/47." With Emroy's delightful, personal bookplate on the front pastedown. Very Good (covers little bowed). $100.00.

First edition, signed issue, limited to 100 "autographed, numbered and specially bound copies. 90 pages. Contains a four-page introduction by Joseph T. Shipley. Inscribed by S. A. De Witt on the colophon leaf: "For Joel Cling, with the respect due a regular feller in art + life + Letters, from S. A. De Witt 4/20/28.". 8vo. "The poetry of Sam de Witt is propaganda for a curiously compounded personality. Bred in a slum section of New York City, yet risen from that environment, he breaks the gloom of a social cynicism with a rift of individual hope" (from the introduction by Joseph T. Shipley). Samuel Aaron De Witt was a New York State Socialist Party Assemblyman, and was one of five Assemblymen expelled, during the Red Scare of 1920, on the grounds that their membership in the Socialist Party constituted disloyalty to the United States. He is also the author of Riding the Storm and Iron Monger. Cream cloth backed blue boards, spine is quite worn and soiled, with one-inch bumped tear at crown, 2 1/2 inch tear at base of spine 90 pages. Contains a four-page introduction by Joseph T. Shipley. Inscribed by S. A. De Witt on the colophon leaf: "For Joel Cling, with the respect due a regular feller in art + life + Letters, from S. A. De Witt 4/20/28.". 8vo First edition, signed issue, limited to 100 "autographed, numbered and specially bound copies.