Search Results: Titles starting with F from Hewett's Books

A Collection of short satirical fables and famous poems illustrated by American Cartoonist James Thurber. Thurber was known for his contributions to The New Yorker magazine. He gained fame for his witty and often whimsical cartoons and short stories that explored the absurdities of everyday life. Thurber's notable works include "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty," "My Life and Hard Times," and "Fables for Our Time." His humor often highlighted the frustrations of modern life and the complexities of human nature, making him a beloved figure in American literature and comedy. Very Good Condition. Pictorial paper covered boards. Illustrations throughout. Binding is firm and pages are clean. Light foxing to prelims. Boards have minor bumps to corners and a light tear to spine tail. General light marks to rear board.

This is the second edition of Nansen's famous "Farthest North", the first edition was published by Constable a year prior and thus commands a higher price. The book documents the voyage of the ship Fram from 1893 to 1896 and the fifteen-month sleigh journey by Dr. Nansen and Lieutenant Johansen in their attempt to reach the North Pole.Very Good Condition. Blue cloth with gilt titles to spine. Books have been rebound, mid 20th century rebound, with new end papers. Binder's sticker to front pastedown. Binding is firm and pages are clean. All plates and maps present. Map to rear of volume 1 has a small noticeable tear that has been tape repaired by the previous owner. Boards have no sign of wear.