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1923rif. 590477Boston Mass: The Boston Music Company 1923. Softcover. Near Fine. Presumably the first and possibly only edition. Quarto. Two nested bifolia making eight pages. Light toning and bumping to the corners else near fine. For voice and piano. Plate imprint "B.M.Co. 6689." The back cover features a sample of "The Nightingale Has a Lyre of Gold" by Wm. E. Henley and Benjamin Whelpley. Unrecorded by OCLC and appears to be equally scarce in the trade and we could not find any information about the the composer Thomasa Hunt. The Boston Music Company unknown books
1973rif. RKIPTAL00JKNLimited Editions Club 1973. Very Good. Kipling Rudyard. Tales of East and West. Raymond illustrator Charles. Avon CT: Limited Editions Club 1973. #1904 of 2000. 376pp. Illustrated. 4to. Half blue and half green cloth. Signed by author. Book condition: Very good. Book is immaculate having been protected by its slipcase which show slight surface wear and sunning. Signed by Raymond on colophon. Limited Editions Club hardcover books
1903rif. 000988London:Metheun1903 1903. F. Hardcover. FIRST EDITIONred cloth 215pgspoetryVERY GOOD London:Metheun,1903, hardcover
1968rif. 18139New York: Burt Franklin 1968. Reprint. Hardcover. Fine. Two books. The bibliography was originally published in 1927. The reprint is in green cloth and has 523 pages. The supplement in red cloth has 331 pages. It was originally published in 1938. The bibliography has a bit of rubbing at the corners otherwise both books are very fine. HardcoverReference Burt Franklin hardcover
1942rif. 308021Randall Thompson Book and Music. Solomon and Balkis The Butterfly That Stamped Opera in One Act. Boston Mass.: E. C. Schirmer Music Co. c. 1942. Plate Number E.C.S. No. 1320. Wraps Quarto 12 x 9 in. 87 pp. ads. Very Good a bit of sunning on the edges of the wraps else fine. Vocal Score. Errata slip tipped in. Libretto adapted from "Just So Stories" by Rudyard Kipling. "The first performance of the music of Solomon and Balkis was given under the auspices of the Columbia Workshop James H Fassett Musical Director over WABC and affiliated stations . . . on Sunday March 29 1942 Howard Barlow conducted the Columbia Concert Orchestra." Eileen Farrell sang the role of the Egyptian Queen. "The Butterfly when he stamps causing Solomon's own castle to crumble at the sound makes a noise like a small darning needle." E.C. Schirmer Music Co. paperback
1928rif. 001798New York: Doubleday Doran & Company Inc 1928. 1st Edition. Hardcover. Very Good/Good. A Book of Words Selections From Speeches and Addresses Delivered Between 1906 and 1927" by Rudyard Kipling. First edition first printing with "First Edition" stated on the copyright page. Published by Doubleday Doran & Company Inc. New York 1928. Measures 6" x 9.25"279 pages. With its original dust jacket. The dust jacket is in very good minus to good plus condition. Toning and soiling to the jacket with paper loss at the flap folds and spine edges. Small stains to the spine and onto the front panel. The flaps are clipped. The book is in very good plus condition. The red cloth boards are very well preserved retaining their crisp color and edges. Slight cloth loss at the bottom edge of the spine. Previous owner's bookplate and gift inscription on the endsheets. Small paper remnant on the rear paste-down. The textblock is gently toned but clean and complete. The binding is sound. Please view the many other rare titles available for purchase at our store. We are always interested in purchasing individual or collections of fine books. Inventory # F5-14. Doubleday, Doran & Company, Inc hardcover
1928rif. 4249New York: Doubleday Doran & Company Inc 1928. First Edition. This book is a first edition stated on the copyright page. This book measures approximately 9" x 6" with 279 numbered pages. This book is in good plus condition. Moderate bumping to head of spine. Moderate chipping to tail end of spine. Minor foxing on all edges of textblock. Previous owners bookplate on front pastedown. Gift inscription on front endpaper. Dust jacket is in good condition. Moderate chipping and paper loss to both ends of spine. Moderate staining on spine. Moderate chipping to all edges. Price clipped. Selections from speeches and addresses delivered by Rudyard Kipling. Please view the many other rare titles available for purchase at our store. We are always interested in purchasing individual or collections of fine books. Inventory #F5-14. Doubleday, Doran & Company, Inc unknown
1920rif. 2481Book Description This Little Leather Library volume brings together two of Rudyard Kipling's notable short works: At the End of the Passage: A haunting tale of colonial India where four men—isolated and burdened by the oppressive climate—struggle with fatigue fear and the psychological toll of empire. Blending realism with supernatural undertones Kipling explores themes of loneliness mortality and the fragility of the human mind. The Mutiny of the Mavericks: A lighter satirical story set in the world of Anglo-Indian journalism. It depicts the chaos and rivalry among newspaper editors offering a humorous yet pointed look at ambition politics and the press. Together these stories showcase Kipling's range—from dark psychological drama to sharp social satire—and his enduring ability to capture the complexities of colonial life. This edition was published by the Little Leather Library between 1920 and 1924 part of their celebrated series of pocket-sized classics. Bound in imitation leather these volumes were designed to make literature affordable and portable reaching millions of readers in early 20th-century America. 📚 Publication Details Title At the End of the Passage and The Mutiny of the Mavericks Author Rudyard Kipling Publisher Little Leather Library Year 1920–1924 approximate issue period Language English Format Pocket-sized edition imitation leather binding ✨ Context & Market Position This edition is part of the Little Leather Library series a landmark in early 20th-century publishing history. Collectors value these volumes for their charm portability and cultural role in democratizing literature. For resale positioning emphasize: Collectible status: Scarce pocket edition pairing two contrasting Kipling stories. Literary appeal: A blend of psychological intensity and satirical wit showcasing Kipling's versatility. Series connection: Part of the iconic Little Leather Library line sought after by vintage book collectors. Little Leather Library
1893rif. 003865New York: Macmillan Company 1893. 5th or later Edition. Hardcover. Very Good. Ballads and Barrack Room Ballads" by Rudyard Kipling. New edition stated on title page. Published by Macmillan Company New York 1893. Measures 5" x 7.25" 217 pages. The book is in very good condition. Top edge gilt. The boards are well preserved with light shelf wear. The spine is sun faded. Gilt illustration on front board and lettering on the spine are still bright and vibrant. The book is slightly cocked with an overbite. Previous owner's inscription dated 1894 on the front endpaper. The interior is fresh and well preserved. The binding is solid. Please view the many other rare titles available for purchase at our store. We are always interested in purchasing individual or collections of fine books. Inventory #K1-27. Macmillan Company hardcover
1920rif. 2476Book Description Rudyard Kipling's City of Dreadful Night is a vivid and atmospheric sketch of colonial India first published in 1888. In this work Kipling describes the oppressive heat crowded streets and haunting atmosphere of Lahore at night blending journalistic observation with literary flair. The piece captures both the gritty realism of urban life and Kipling's fascination with the cultural contrasts of the British Raj. This edition was issued by the Little Leather Library between 1920 and 1924 part of their celebrated series of pocket-sized classics. Bound in imitation leather these volumes were designed to make literature affordable and portable bringing timeless works to a mass audience in early 20th-century America. Key features include: Colonial setting: A striking portrayal of Lahore's nocturnal life under the Raj. Compact collectible format: Pocket-sized imitation leather binding typical of the Little Leather Library series. Historical significance: Reflects Kipling's early mastery of descriptive prose and his role as a chronicler of Anglo-Indian life. Enduring appeal: Continues to resonate with readers for its atmosphere cultural insight and literary craftsmanship. 📚 Publication Details Title City of Dreadful Night Author Rudyard Kipling Publisher Little Leather Library Year 1920–1924 approximate issue period Language English Format Pocket-sized edition imitation leather binding ✨ Context & Market Position This edition is part of the Little Leather Library series a landmark in early 20th-century publishing history. Collectors value these volumes for their charm portability and cultural role in democratizing literature. For resale positioning emphasize: Collectible status: Scarce pocket edition of Kipling's atmospheric Indian sketch. Literary appeal: A fine example of Kipling's descriptive power and colonial-era perspective. Series connection: Part of the iconic Little Leather Library line sought after by vintage book collectors. Little Leather Library
rif. 1144900Walter J. Black. Hardcover. Good - Cash/No Jacket. No year stated. General reader wear to the corners edges and cover. Some soiling to the cover. The spine is beginning to crease. Corners have been bumped a bit. The pages show some general reader and age wear as well. The book is in good condition with some normal reader wear. Stock photos may not look exactly like the book. Walter J. Black, hardcover
1900rif. 100000297Philadelphia: Henry Altemus 1900. Book. Very Good. Hardcover. FIRST. 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall. vg/- marron hardcover bright clean tight binding and case newspaper articles laid in chipped half title otherwise quite new looking. Henry Altemus Hardcover
1908rif. 115398Macmillan 1908. Softcover. Very good/No jacket. leather binding worn along edges. Gift inscription on half-title page. Macmillan unknown
rif. 70-4780New York: Doubleday Page & Company 1926. Dust Jacket. Good. Toning along spine panel and flap folds. Rubbing and general wear. Price unclipped. This is only the Dust Jacket and does not include the book. New York: Doubleday, Page & Company, 1926 unknown
rif. 70-4794New York: Doubleday Page & Company 1926. Dust Jacket. Good. Slight tear in top and bottom edge; light staining and spotting on rear panel; some wear to jacket near the flap fold on verso and loss on bottom front panel edge. Price unclipped. This is only the Dust Jacket and does not include the book. New York: Doubleday, Page & Company, 1926 unknown
rif. 70-4782New York: Doubleday Page & Company 1926. Dust Jacket. Good. Mild toning along flap folds and spine panel; loss in front flap. This is only the Dust Jacket and does not include the book. New York: Doubleday, Page & Company, 1926 unknown
rif. 70-4792New York: Doubleday Page & Co. 1926. Dust Jacket. Good. Moderate abrasion near the illustration on the rear flap; small tear at head of spine. Price unclipped.This is only the Dust Jacket and does not include the book. New York: Doubleday, Page & Co., 1926 unknown
rif. 70-4793New York: Doubleday Doran 1926. Dust Jacket. Very Good. Minor rubbing along spine fold; general rubbing at panel folds; light foxing near spine hinge and flap folds; wear at tail of spine. Price unclipped. This is only the Dust Jacket and does not include the book. New York: Doubleday, Doran, 1926 unknown
rif. 70-4789New York: Doubleday Doran 1926. Dust Jacket. Good. Ceasing and wrinkling throughout. Wear at top and bottom edges with minor rips. One inch tear at bottom of flap on verso. Price unclipped. This is only the Dust Jacket and does not include the book. New York: Doubleday, Doran, 1926 unknown
rif. 70-4785New York: Doubleday Doran 1926. Dust Jacket. Very Good. Minor toning on verso along fold. Crease along spine. Price unclipped. This is only the Dust Jacket and does not include the book. New York: Doubleday, Doran, 1926 unknown
rif. 70-4784New York: Doubleday Doran 1926. Dust Jacket. Good. Wear across surface especially along flap at verso. Price unclipped. This is only the Dust Jacket and does not include the book. New York: Doubleday, Doran, 1926 unknown
rif. 70-4786New York: Doubleday Doran 1926. Dust Jacket. Very Good. Vertical crease along length of spine else fine. Price unclipped. This is only the Dust Jacket and does not include the book. New York: Doubleday, Doran, 1926 unknown
rif. 70-4783New York: Doubleday Page & Company 1926. Dust Jacket. Good. Loss in spine lower edge and front flap. Toning around flap folds and edges. Price unclipped. This is only the Dust Jacket and does not include the book. New York: Doubleday, Page & Company, 1926 unknown
rif. 70-4788New York: Doubleday Doran 1926. Dust Jacket. Very Good. Price unclipped. This is only the Dust Jacket and does not include the book. New York: Doubleday, Doran, 1926 unknown
rif. 70-4779New York: Doubleday Doran 1926. Dust Jacket. Good. Small tear at head of spine; tear near tail of spine; general wear. Price unclipped. This is only the Dust Jacket and does not include the book. New York: Doubleday, Doran, 1926 unknown
