Last Essays Elia by Charles Lamb William Macdonald (6 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Hardcover edition in near fine condition. Top edge gilt, deckled pages, po bookplate. A well-preserved copy. Questions welcome. We ship internationally from the United States and Canada every week. If buying internationally, please be aware that additional charges may apply for heavier books. We guarantee a safe, quick, and secure transaction. 10+ years in online bookselling experience.

Hardback. Condition: Good. Edited with a memoir and notes by William MacDonald. The Works of Charles Lamb - volume two of twelve. Good hardback copy. xcii, 278pp.

Cloth. Condition: Very Good Indeed. C.E. Brock (illustrator). A profusely illustrated collection of Charles Lamb's final essays, supplemented with a memoir of Lamb from William Macdonald. Volume 2 of 12. This copy of Charles Lamb's final collection of essays opens with a memoir from William Macdonald, and is complemented by over 70 animated illustrations by successful Victorian illustrator C.E. Brock. Volume 2 of 12. First appearing in the London magazine between 1820 and 1825, Lamb's conversational essays were popular with contemporary audiences and are what he is best known for today. This collection was originally published a year before Lamb's death. Brock was a very successful Victorian book illustrator, who also illustrated for authors such as Johnathan Swift, Jane Austen, Charles Dickens, and George Eliot. Ink inscription to verso of front endpaper reads 'A.W.A from G.M.L' Half calf over red cloth binding. Externally, rather smart, with some light rubbing to the boards and the spine, and a little discolouration to the rear joint. Internally, firmly bound. Foxed to the endpapers, but pages are otherwise bright and clean. Very Good Indeed. book.

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 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1903. 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: - 382, 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. 382.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. 2 vols. pub. 1905 & 1903. Illus. with plates, incl. frontis. to each vol. 8vo. orig. bds. Bds. and spines rubbed and marked, contents a little shaken, bookplate in each vol., else good. (Heavy item, will require extra postage).

Fine Binding. Condition: Near Fine. C.E. Brock (illustrator). Four near fine volumes from the life and works of Charles Lamb Volumes 2, 4, 6, and 11 from the Works of Charles Lamb published by J.M. Dent and Sons. Includes Last Essays of Elia, Essays and Sketches, Tales from Shakespeare, and the first volume of Letters of Charles Lamb. All of the volumes are illustrated by C.E. Brock, and prefaced by William MacDonald, who provides a memoir of Lamb in volume 2. The conversational tone of the Lamb's essays made him particularly popular throughout the 19th century, and the Last Essays of Elia contain essays such as The Superannuated Man written the year before his death. Tales from Shakespeare is was written by Charles and his sister Mary, and although intended for young people, the stories retain Shakespearean language. In the final volume in this collection, the reader is given the opportunity to read the epistles between Lamb and his literary friends Samuel Taylor Coleridge, Robert Southey, William Wordsworth, and William Hazlitt. In half calf binding over cloth. Externally, excellent, with some minor shelf wear only. Internally, firmly bound. Pages bright and clean throughout. Near Fine. book.