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Bibliography & General
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1881 T. J. and J. Smith's Indelible Pocket Diary and Almanack for 1881: No. 15London: 1881A very scarce pocket diary and almanac from T. J. & J. Smith for the year 1881, with a few charming contemporary entries. -
c1850 Scrapbook of Emblems and Coats of Arms, Including Royal FamilyNot Stated: c1850A charming scrapbook containing a multitude of armorial crests and coat of arms, with many examples pasted throughout. -
1852 Moore's Almanack Improved; Or Will's Farmer and Countryman's Calendar, for the Year 1852Chiswick: 1852A charming example of Francis Moore's annual almanack, which offers agricultural advice aimed at rural readers. -
2003 Edward Ardizzone: A Bibliographic CommentaryLondon: 2003A first edition of Brian Alderson’s definitive, richly illustrated bibliography of Edward Ardizzone’s work from 1929 to 1970. -
1955 The Roquefort AdventureRoquefort : 1955A smart limited edition, L’Aventure de Roquefort is Henri Pourrat’s celebration of the "king of cheeses", complete with striking colour plates. -
1962 Naughty Children: An AnthologyLondon: 1962The first UK edition of this anthology compiled by Christianna Brand, and illustrated throughout by Edward Ardizzone. -
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1896 Concise Navigating Directions for the River ThamesLondon: 1896An interesting navigational guide to the River Thames and the English Channel, presented from the publisher to the Royal Thames Yacht Club. -
1888 Wyman's Commercial EncyclopaediaLondon: 1888An exceptionally scarce, illustrated first edition trade directory from 1888, showcasing Britain’s leading manufacturers and industrial output at the height of the Victorian era. -
c1921 8Vols Our Beautiful HomelandLondon: c1921A beautiful illustrated ten volume collection of works from the Our Beautiful Homeland Series. -
1925-1928 7 Vols of “The Teaching of English Series” Edited by Henry NewboltLondon; Edinburgh; New York: 1925-1928A smart seven-volume set from "The Teaching of English Series" edited by Henry Newbolt, featuring works by John Buchan and others. -
1852 The Life of Napoleon BuonaparteLondon: 1852A handsomely bound second edition of William Hazlitt’s impassioned Life of Napoleon Buonaparte, in two volumes. -
1891 The Life of Napoleon BuonaparteLondon: 1891A richly illustrated, scarce new edition of Lockhart’s vivid and detailed biography of Napoleon, in a handsome full calf prize binding. -
1903-1911 3 Vols Happy England; highways and Hedges; Gardens of EnglandLondon: 1903-1911A lovely three-volume first edition set of works celebrating the beauty, charm, and rural spirit of Edwardian England with charming illustrations throughout. -
1930 The Complete Opera Book: The Stories of the Operas, together with 410 of the Leading Airs and Motives in Musical NotationNew York; London: 1930A scarce ninth impression of this landmark opera reference work, finely rebound in crushed half morocco and richly illustrated with over 60 photographic plates. -
1857 3 Vols History of the Conquest of Peru with a Preliminary View of the Civilization of the IncasLondon: 1857A very scarce complete three-volume fifth edition of Prescott’s classic history of the Spanish conquest of Peru, rebound in a handsome half calf binding with marbled boards. -
1910 Three plates in colour from Shakespeare's Tragedy of HamletLondon : 1910A first edition of this very scarce, beautifully produced folio of three colour plate illustrations from W. G. Simmonds, highlighting key dramatic moments from the play. -
1925 The London Court of Arbitration. Presented to Mr. H. L. Symonds.London: 1925A very scarce certificate of thanks from the London Court of Arbitration presented to H. L. Symonds. -
2002 A Nottinghamshire Bibliography: Publications on Nottinghamshire History Before 1998Nottingham: 2002A very smart first edition of this bibliography of publications on Nottinghamshire history. -
2003 Edward Ardizzone: A Bibliographic CommentaryLondon: 2003A pleasing first edition copy of this illustrated bibliographic study of the work of British artist Edward Ardizzone. -
1895 2 Vols Notes on the Birds of Northamptonshire and NeighbourhoodLondon: 1895A richly illustrated, first edition of this authoritative study of Northamptonshire’s birdlife by Lord Lilford, complete with a folding map to rear. -
1922 Amid Snowy Wastes: Wild Life on the Spitsbergen ArchipelagoLondon: 1922The first edition of this photographic chronicle of Arctic wildlife and landscapes during the 1921 Oxford expedition to Spitsbergen, by naturalist Seton Gordon., with two maps. -
1909 "Silk" in Nets, Finings, Gimpings and Fancy EffectsNottingham: 1909An exceptionally scarce, first English edition of this Nottingham-published technical guide to silk lace design, this richly illustrated manual offers detailed instruction for draughtsman, lace makers and students. -
1935 Who's Who in NottinghamshireWorcester : 1935A very scarce limited edition record of Nottinghamshire's leading inhabitants. -
1827 An Index to the Remarkable Passages and Words Made Use of by ShakspeareLondon: 1827A calf-bound second edition of this authoritative index to Shakespeare's writings, by English writer and scholar Samuel Ayscough. -
1913 The Elements of Drawing in Three Letters to BeginnersLondon: 1913A handsomely bound prize copy in full tree calf, this classic guide by John Ruskin offers beginners a richly illustrated, nature-focused foundation in drawing. -
c1984 A Catalogue of Edith Wharton's LibraryNone: c1984A very scarce typed catalogue of the works in Edith Wharton's library which had been in possession of her godson, Colin Clark, compiled by John Collins for Maggs. A fascinating work of literary history. -
1908 In And About Nottinghamshire: A Book For The Young Men And Women Of The City And CountyNottingham: 1908An informative first edition of this guide to Nottinghamshire, covering local history, geography, with practical insights for young residents, richly illustrated with plates. -
1924-1925 Men of Nottingham and Nottinghamshire: Being Biographical Notices of Five Hundred Men and WomenNottingham: 1924-1925A very scarce, first edition of this comprehensive biographical dictionary of 500 notable Nottinghamshire figures, including medical, civic, and scientific leaders, with supplement. -
1928 Nottingham Castle: Half Hours Among its Art Treasures: A Guide for Visitors and StudentsLondon: 1928A charming Batsford guidebook offering readers engaging “half‑hour” visits through Nottingham Castle’s art and treasures. -
1927 A Descriptive List of the Mediaeval Dovecotes in NottinghamshireMansfield: 1927A scarce first edition survey of Nottinghamshire’s medieval dovecotes, richly illustrated with 28 plates, with detailed measurements and historical notes. -
1925 A Chronological History of Somerset Nos. 21 & 22London: 1925An exceptionally scarce two-in-one volume from the Somerset Folk Series, charting the county’s history through centuries of key events, illustrated with two folding maps. -
1902 The Registers of Headon, Co. Notts. 1566-1812London: 1902An exceptionally scarce, privately printed transcription of Headon parish registers (1566–1812), preserving baptisms, marriages, burials, banns, and local parish life in detail, with a signed binding. -
1915 A History Of WymeswoldLondon: 1915A very scarce first edition of this meticulously researched history of Wymeswold, richly illustrated with black-and-white plates, drawn from rare parish records. -
1966 FellwandererKendal: 1966A very scarce first‑edition of this personal memoir by A. Wainwright, offering insight into the man and mind behind the legendary Lakeland Pictorial Guides. -
1913 The Place-Names of NottinghamshireCambridge: 1913A first edition of this authoritative etymological guide to Nottinghamshire’s place-names, rich with phonological and historical insight. -
2006 Jubelrufe aus Bucherstapeln, Die Pirckheimer-Gesellschaft 1956-2006: Ein AlmanachWiesbaden: 2006A very pleasing first edition of this almanac of the Pirckheimer Society from 1956 to 2006, in the original German.