Search Results: Authors starting with J from M&J Books

The book and slip case are in virtually new condition. Inscribed by Helen Boehm and signed by the author on the publication page.

First edition. No other editions or printings listed on publication page. Book is in 'like new' condition except for some miniscule wear at cover edges. Clipped dj (clipped at all corners) has wear and some small tears at edges. Includes extensive bibliography and subject index. XIII + 250 pages.

This book, printed in 1932 (seventh printing: original publishing date 1913) is in as new condition except for some miniscule wear at edges of spine and writing on the inside front cover. XLVII + 337 pages

This has to be an extremely rare first edition of this important historical archive. We have not found another edition of this book prior to 1880. The pages are readable and the illustrations in good condition. There is moderate foxing on most of the pages and moderate yellowing on a few of the pages. There is what appears to be light to heavy water stains on many of the pages. There does not appear to be any missing pages or tears on any of the pages . Front page wrinkled engraving of Pres. Lincoln has separated from the binding as has the covers. The cloth over board covers are heavily worn. However, the gold leaf work on the spine and the title on the spine are still visible despite some tears and separation along the spine.. The remaining pages appear to be tightly bound. On the last textual page and the last fly-leaf page there is an upside down stamp of the Southern Book Exchange of Hagerstown, Md. We are still in the process of pricing the book and searching for another existing first… Read More

Rare copy of the first edition, first printing of this limited edition by the Limited Editions Club. Number 1,211 of 1,500 copies. 12 full page b&w gravure toned illustrations. Introduction by Carl Van Doren.

Condition faults: A water stain at the center of the spine that spills over to the front and back cover but not onto any of the pages; noticeable wear at the top and bottom of the spine; a small rectangular mark (about 1/4 x 1/2") on both inside covers and light soiling on the covers.
Tight binding. All pages are clear, clean, without marks, tear, folds or foxing. No dj or slipcase,

A very good copy of the true first edition. " Published February, 1907" - from the copyright page. In dark blue cloth with gilt titles on the cover and spine. Noticeable wear at cover corners and edges. Signatures on the inside of the front cover. Tight bidning. Deckled pages are clean, clear, without marks, tears, folds or foxing/toning.

Both book and dj are in excellent condition despite their llibrary origins. Clipped dj (at top inside flap corner) has no discernable faults, EXCEPT for a library stickers on the spine and another sticker front cover. The dj is encased in a mylar protective cover which has been attached to the book by scotch tape at the top and bottom of the flaps, The book would be in Near Fine condition, EXCEPT for a library stamp at the top of the first flyleaf page and a CED stamped at the top of the first title page; also miniscule bumping at the top and bottom of the spine. Binding is tight. All pages are clear, clean, without tears, folds, marks, toning or foxing.


From Wikipedia (abridged): " Joy James is an American political philosopher, academic, and author. James is the Ebenezer Fitch Professor of the Humanities at Williams College. Her books include "Transcending the Talented Tenth: Black Leaders and American Intellectuals," "Shadowboxing," "Imprisoned Intellectuals," "The New Abolitionists,"… Read More

A very good reprint of the 1930 classic by Will James. Book has minor wear at corners. Otherwise, it is in excellent condition. Tight binding, clear, clean pages. No marks, tears, folds or foxing. Illustration by James throughout the book, including eight full page color plates. Dj is in very poor condition: many tears and wear.

Book in very good condition. First edtion. Cover has slight shelf wear at corners and bottom of spine, more prevalent at top of spine. Owner's signature at top of first fly-leaf page. Otherwise, pages in excellent condition: no tears, marks or foxing. No dj.

First edition, presumed first printing. The book is in 'like new' condition. the unclipped dj has light shelf wear along top and bottom edges. Shows and describes the work of about 50 contemporary women artists with high quality, edgy, photos and commentary. Forward by Zing Tsjeng.

First edition; presumed first printing as no other dates cited. Book and unclipped dj ($35) are in 'as new' condition. Includes many photograph and other illustrations, maps, biographical references and a comprehensive index. XVIII + 871 pages. A heavy book. May require additional shipping charge for international sales.

Book is in 'like new' condition except that the first fly-leaf page (no text) has been clipped about 2 inches from the top corner. Dj is in 'like new' condition with no faults. Children's book in the "One Big Canvas" series initiated by the Reed Foundation for Autism. Pages are not numbered.

Signed with a full signature, dated, and initialed with a short inscription by one of the authors - Kate Paterson. First edition; presumed first printing. Number line as follows: "1n 3 5 7 9 10 8 6 4 2".Book is in 'as new' condition. Unclipped dj ($19.95) has slight soiling along top verso edge. Each author describes a different continent as it existed in 1492 (Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia and Oceana and The Americas). many illustrations, most in color.

Volume 32 of Revue Noire, March-April-May, 1999 features in depth articles and illustrations on the contemporary (mostly, some traditional) art of Togo and Ghana (see photo of Table of Contents page). Volume is in excellent condition; 'as new' with a small Smithsonian book shop sticker on back cover. Text in English and French. Pages un-numbered.

First Edition. Presumed first printing as no others are indicated on publication page. Book is in 'as new' condition. Unclipped dj is soiled and has small tears and wear around edges. With B&W photos and illustrations throughout the book.

Stated first edition by the Smithsonian. Presumed first printing as the number line ends in "1". This elegant book is in new condition. The moderately hard plastic, transparent dj with red letteringand a cameo portrait of Jefferson on the front is also in new condition.

The first part of the book consists of a forward, acknowledgements and four essays (see photo of content page). The remainder of the book is a fascimile reproduction of Jefferson's work, including hand written sections, a foldout map, etc. .

Coffee table book in near new condition, except for a some small scruffing top right of DJ in front and a 1.5" tear upper right on rear of D. Contatins 30+ full page, half page and double page reproductions Wood's works and a detailed essy of his life and work. Size: 14.5 x 10.5"

This is a Book Club first edition by E. P. Dutton. Illustrated by Thomas Hart Benton. The book has some minor bumping at corners and top of spine. Also darkening of inside covers and adjacent end-papers due to dj flaps. Pages are in excellent condition: no tears, folds, marks or foxing. Benton illustrations - about 25 - are all clear and unmarked. Included is a flyer from the Book Club on the book.

Rare first edition, first printing. Cover is hard cardboard and leather along spine and inside border of covers. Cover has minor wear with hardly any wear along the edges. Contains what appears to be a steel engraved photo of John Kay and illustrations of various views and types of diamonds. Pages of high quality thick deckled paper with little soiling and no foxing. Binding is of cord and shows a weakness/partial split between pages 40 and 41.

Rare first paperback edition. The book is in excellent condition except for the missing front cover and a good bit of chipping on the back cover. Pages show some age toning; however no tears, marks or foxing. Binding is tight. High quality illustrations (steel engravings?) scattered throughout the book including a fine front piece portrait of Poe. John Moran was Poe's physician.