Search Results: Authors starting with B from Hopkins Books

First edition hardcover, with dust jacket, 1971. The story of two northern New England towns, Bean's Purchase NH, and Batchelder's Grant ME. Focusing on the 19th and early 20th century history of the railroad and lumber industry in the area, as well as collecting many first hand accounts of life in the region. Self published by the author. 158 pages, 6-1/4" X 9-1/4". The dust jacket is intact and is not price clipped. Jacket shows some wear with a couple of short closed tears at the top edge, Smudge mark on the front panel about 1/4 inch across, rubbing wear on the back panel, horizontal crease at the top edge of the back panel and a poke mark on the right edge of the back panel in the spine gutter. Jacket has been protected with a clear, removable cover. Green cloth covered boards. No former ownership marks, no writing on the text pages. This copy is not a remainder, not a library discard copy. Attached photos are of the copy we have in our inventory.

Large format trade paperback edition, published by Peterson Publishing, 1986. 8-3/4" X 11", 63 pages, illustrated throughout with black and white and color reproductions of the artist's work. Included is a critical essay on the artists work and biographical details. This copy has a slight impression to the front cover, not very noticeable, appears to be the results of having a heavy book squeezed next to this copy on a shelf. No former
ownership marks. Christian Von Schneidau was one of a group of artists who worked in California in the early 20th Century, along with Alson Clark, Sam Hyde Harris and Franz Bischoff. A popular portrait painter in the 1920's and 1930's, he also painted seascapes an landscapes as well. Part of a series of title published by Petersen on California artists. As is the case for all of our listings, the attached photos are of the copy we have in our inventory, not stock photos!

Paperback published by the New Jersey State Museum to accompany the exhibit of the same name, 1983. 8-1/2" X 8-1/2", 60 pages, perfect bound. Includes 47 black & white photos and 3 color photos. Essay by Matthew Baigell. Information on each of the artworks in the exhibit, as well as a separate section of Biographical information. No former ownership marks, no writing on the text pages. No creases to the cover or spine. Not a remainder, not a library discard copy. Binding is tight and square. Attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory.

Published to accompany the exhibit of the same name at The Philadelphia Museum of Art. This copy shows little if any wear, it is not a remainder, not a library discard. Most important for a book of this format, there are no creases to the spine or cover. No former ownership marks. Very light bump mark on the back cover, it makes an impression but does not mar the color of the cover. Printed and bound in Italy. Included are full color reproductions of masterpieces of Impressionism and Post-Impressionism from the Annenberg collection, incuding works by Boudin, Carot, Degas, Manet, Moristo, Renoir, Monet, Seurat, Cezanne, Gaughin, van Gogh, Vuillard, Braque, Bonnard, Matisse, and others. Each painting is also analyzed in a detailed essay focused on all aspects of the art and the artist. On the cover of this copy is a detail of 'Vase of Rose' by van Gogh. Included are two fold out color reproductions, one of Monet's 'Water Lillies', the second is of Vuillard's 'The Album, both are in excellent condition.… Read More

First edition hardcover with dust jacket, published by William Morrow, 2020. Historical fiction set in the 1840's. Based on true events, the story of Evangeline, sent away from London against her will to Tasmania. During the long sea voyage, pregnant and alone, she strikes up a friendship with Hazel, a girl just a little older than herself. Together they will face the hardships of the new and challenging land. This is the first edition hardcover, with dust jacket. The dust jacket is intact, and is not price clipped. The jacket has been protected with a clear, removable cover. The book is 371 pages, 6-1/2" X 9-1/4". No former ownership marks, no writing on the text pages. Cover boards are flat, the corners are not worn or bumped. This is not a remainder copy, not a library discard. Binding is tight and square. Edges of the text block are clean. The attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory, not stock photos.

Oversized hardcover published by Scientific American Library, 1990. Thomas Banchoff, Professor of Geometry at Boston University, examines complex higher dimensions and their representation using computer graphics, including polytopes, Non-Euclidean geometry, and Non-Orientable surfaces. 8-5/8" X 9-1/2, 210 pages with Index. High quality glossy coated stock, illustrated throughout with full-color photos, illustrations and photos. The dust jacket is intact with just minor edge wear. Sturdy, light blue cloth covered boards, the corners are not creased or worn. The edges of the text block are clean. This is not a remainder, not a library discard. The attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory.

Trade paperback edition, published by Harper. A first trade paperback edition of this edition from Harper, 1997. 245 pages, 6" X 9-1/2", cover illustration by John Ennis. From the author of 'The Player of Games', the bridge leads from nowhere to nowhere, a mysterious world spanning structure, on which everyone lives. This is not a remainder, not a library discard. No former ownership marks, no writing on the text pages. The binding is tight and square. Age tanning to the text pages. The attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory.

First UK hardcover edition, published by Abacus, 1997. The dust jacket is intact and is not price clipped. Armed gangs roam the lawless land, a castle in the woods has become the reluctant host of one of these bands, and now the resident of this castle's troubles are just beginning. Original UK price appears on the lower corner of the front flap. No marks and no creases to the dust jacket. The jacket has been protected with a removable, clear cover. No former ownership marks, no writing on the text. The text is clean, the binding is tight and square. This is not a library copy, not a remainder. Black cloth covered boards are in excellent condition. Nice edition with a black on black printed design on the first flyleaf. As is the case for all of our listings, the attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory, not a stock photo!

First edition hardcover, with dust jacket, published by Harper & Row, 1989. The dust jacket is intact and is not price clipped. The story of Wade Whitehouse, part-time policeman in a small New Hampshire town, who descends into a spiral of despair and violence. Basis for the film of the same title directed by Paul Schrader, released in 1997. This is not a remainder, not a library discard. The dust jacket has been protected with a clear, removable cover. Bright blue boards over brown cloth covered spine with the author and title imprinted in blue. Boards are flat, and the corners are not bumped or creased. No former ownership marks, no writing on the text pages. Edges of the text block are relatively clean with just a couple dots of a stain on the top edge near the spine, about the size of sesame seeds. Binding is tight and square. Attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory.

Hardcover edition with dust jacket. The dust jacket is intact and is not price clipped. No writing on the text, no former ownership marks. This is not a remainder copy, not a library discard. A second printing edition. No marks or wear of note to the dust jacket. The text of the book is clean, the binding is tight and square. 445 pages with Index, Notes, and Bibliography. Includes a section of 35 full color photos, as well as maps and diagrams of the English and French Royal Lines of the time. Off white boards over red cloth covered spine show very little wear, the corners are straight and not bumped. The dust jacket has been protected with a clear, removable, library quality cover. A highly detailed examination of the battle of Agincourt and its aftermath. A wonderful addition to the history library. The photo attached is of the copy we have in our inventory, not a stock photo.

First American hardcover edition, with dust jacket, published by Scribner, 1985. Known for several mystery series, this is a stand alone novel. Simon Thorn was a child when he was evacuated out of London during The Blitz. Now and adult, he is looking for any trace of his family, which has seemingly disappeared. 182 pages, 5-3/4" X 8-1/4". Dust jacket is not price clipped, it has been protected with a clear, removable cover. Cover boards are flat and the corners are not bumped or worn. No former ownership marks, no writing on the text pages. Binding is tight. Green top-stain is not faded. Spot of the green color from the top-stain is also on the fore edge of the last ten pages of the book - see photos. Not a remainder, not a library discard. Attached photos are of the copy we have in our inventory.

Trade paperback edition, published by Felony & Mayhem, 2006. An orphan of the London Blitz looks for his family, and finds more than he bargained for. This copy is not a remainder copy, not a remainder. No former ownership marks. The binding is tight and square. There is a slight crease to the lower right corner, and a dot of age foxing to the last few pages of the text block, but no creases to the spine, no writing on the text block. Attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory

Trade paperback edition, published by Sun & Moon Press, part of the Sun & Moon Classics Series. 182 pages, 5" X 7-1/2". A collection of 14 stories, including Smoke, The Earth, A Night In The Woods, What Do You See, Madam?, The Jest of Jests, Who Is This Tom Scarlett, The Coward, and 6 more. This copy has the former owner's name written in fine point pen ink on the inside front cover, about 2 inches long. No other writing besides that name, no creases to the cover or spine. The text is clean, the binding is tight and square. Cover illustration by Djuna Barnes too. The attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory, not a stock photo.

First edition hardcover with dust jacket, published by David R. Godine, 2001. A collection of poems with woodcut illustrations by Mary Azarian. Kate Barnes father was Henry Beston, her mother was Elizabeth Coatsworth. The dust jacket is intact and is not price clipped. Dust jacket has been protected with a clear, removable cover. 84 pages, 6-1/4" X 9-1/4". Very sturdy cover boards with green cloth covered spine and sewn binding, printed on acid free paper. Cover boards are flat, the corners are not bumped or worn, no edge wear. No former ownership marks, no writing on the text pages. Edges of the text block are clean. Sewn binding is tight and square. This copy is not a remainder, not a library discard. The attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory.

First edition hardcover with dust jacket, published by DC, 1990. Batman confronts Ra's al Ghul at his vast Arctic fortress. We also learn the origin of Talia al Ghul, daughter of Ghul, and the only woman that Batman has loved. First edition, first printing. The dust jacket is intact and is not price clipped. 8-1/2" X 11", unpaginaged - approx 100 pages. Art by Tom Grindberg, with Eva Grindberg. Lettering by Gaspar Saladino. Sturdy black colored cover boards with the title n silver on the spine and on the front cover within a silver field. Cover boards are flat, the corners are not bumped or worn, no edge wear. No former ownership marks, no writing on the text pages. Binding is tight and square. Not a remainder, not a library discard. Edges of the text block are clean. The attached photos are of the copy we have in our inventory.

Trade paperback edition, published by Houghton Mifflin, 2010. 388 pages with Notes, Bibliography, and Index. This copy is not a remainder, not a library discard. No writing on the text pages, no former ownership marks. There are no creases to the cover or spine. This harrowing story of the pursuit of Nazi war criminal Adolf Eichmann draws on groundbreaking new information and declassified information. Shows only very light wear from use. The attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory, not a stock photo.

First edition hardcover with dust jacket, published by Houghton Mifflin 1994. The dust jacket is intact and is not price clipped. There is a light crease mark to the bottom corner of the front flap of the jackets, a diagonal crease at the bottom corner about 1 inch across, it's not very noticeable. This copy is not a remainder, not a library discard. The text is clean, the binding is tight and square. This book includes three short novellas, 'Mahatma Joe', 'Field Events', and 'Platte River', set in Nebraska and Montana. There are no marks to the edges of the text block, the boards are clean as well. The attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory, not a stock photo.

A first trade paperback edition, published by Mariner, an imprint of Houghton Mifflin, 2006. Historical fiction about two young men who volunteer for a military expedition on the Mexican border, and the tragedy that they experience. This is not a remainder copy, not a library discard. No writing on the text pages, no former ownership marks. No creases to the cover or spine. The edges of the text block are clean, the binding is tight and square. Attached photo is of the copy we have in our inventory, not a stock photo.

First trade paperback edition, published by Henry Holt, 1994. The account of what became known as the 'Scopes II' trial in Church Hill, Tennessee. 365 pages with Index, and a section of photos. This is a remainder copy with a green ink swipe mark to the top edge of the text block. There is a bump mark to the bottom left side of the front cover, with a spot of edge wear to that corner as well. Similar bump mark to the top right corner of the back cover. Slight dots of edge wear to the left side at the spine, though no creases to the spine or cover. No former ownership marks, no writing on the text pages. Edges of the text block are clean. The attached photos are of the copy we have in our inventory.

First edition hardcover with dust jacket, published by University of Queensland Press, 1981. Collects Baynton's stories, her novel, 'Human Toll', which is reprinted here for the first time, and also includes chapters on her verse and letters. 344 pages, 4-7/8" X 7-1/2". The dust jacket is intact and is not price clipped. Jacket has been protected with a clear, removable cover. Bright blue cloth covered boards, with the title and author in white on the spine. Cover boards are flat, the corners are not bumped or worn, a few dots of shelf wear at the heel of the spine. There is a smudge mark on the bottom edge of the text block - see photos. No former ownership marks, no writing on the text pages. Binding is tight and square. This is not a library discard copy. Photos attached are of the copy in our inventory. We have more title in this 'Portable Australian' series.