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1892réf. 9201London : Macmillan 1892 . First Edition . VG . 8VO . Kipling's only serious attempt at literary collaboration. Originally appeared in the Century Magazine from November 1891 to July 1892 without the rhymed chapter headings. A very nice copy bound in salmon cloth with some marks on the covers and the gilt faded on the spine. Stewart p. 106. Macmillan hardcover
1890réf. 615157New York: National Publishing Co 1890. Softcover. Good. The Red Letter Series edition issued August 23 1890 with a stamp on the front cover that reads "Special Edition." Publisher's catalog in back. Illustrated wrappers. Three pages of the catalog have a chunk torn out wrappers worn and soiled a good or better copy. Features a number of advertisements some with illustrations. One ad is for Burnette's Cocoaine sic claiming that it cures dandruff and "promotes the growth and preserves the beauty of the human hair." OCLC locates only seven holdings of this Red Letter Series edition. National Publishing Co unknown
réf. 160154New York: Manhattan Press. Good. N.D. Hardcover. An edition in good condition that has general shelfwear and some mild discoloration. A previous owner's signature is inkeGd on the front flyleaf ; This is a collection of short stories by Rudyard Kipling. Some of the stories are set in India and others in London but all of them are dark and suspenseful.; 32mo; 76 pages . Manhattan Press hardcover
réf. 69-2211New York: Doubleday Page & Co. 1926. 8vo. Dust Jacket Good Edgewear and some Abrasions Clipping. $2.00 list price on DJ.Dust Jacket Only Book Not Included! New York: Doubleday Page & Co., 1926 unknown
1920réf. 003399London: Macmillan and Co. Very Good with no dust jacket. 1920. Hardcover. vi 299 pages 2 pages advertisements. Blue cloth covers with gilt lettering on spine. Gilt cobra illustration on front board. Gilt snake illustration on spine. All edges gilt. No signatures. No splitting to gutters. Cloth covers clean. 1/4" split and moderate rubbing to cloth along rear joint. Moderate rubbing to ends of spine and corners of boards. ; 12mo . Macmillan and Co. hardcover
1890réf. 18867London: Sampson Low Marston & Company. Good with No dust jacket as issued. c1890. Softcover. Tears to paper spine. Lower 2" of paper spine missing. Wrappers with foxing and fading and some small chips to margins. Some patches of foxing to page edges. Previous owner's signature dated 1892 on title page.; Stated "Seventh Edition" on title page. No date c1890. 93 1 pages 1 page advertisements. Printed wrappers. Page dimensions: 214 x 140mm. Title page has imprint of Messrs. A. H. Wheeler & Co. Allahabad; and of Sampson Low Marson & Company London. Series title: 'A. H. Wheeler & Co.'s Indian Railway Library' No. 2. Rear cover with text advertisement for Pears' Soap. . Sampson Low, Marston & Company paperback
réf. WARE388JD070Very Good. Prompt shipment with tracking. we ship in CLEAN SECURE NEW boxes Very good copy with clean pages. Slight nick to head and heel of spine. First edition. 4to. Published in Milwaukee 1982. unknown
1904réf. TB33464New York: Doubleday Page & Company 1904. First Edition. Very near fine in dark green cloth covered boards with gilt text and decorations on the spine and the front board. The top edge of the text block is gilt. A small octavo measuring 7 7/8 by 5 1/4 inches with the cloth worn through at the rear corner of the heel of the spine and at the lower tips of the boards. Without a dust jacket. 363 pages of text. A collection of 23 short stories. Overall an attractive first American edition copy of one of Kipling's lesser known works. It was published at the same time as the first British edition. Richards Rudyard Kipling A Bibliography A199 Doubleday, Page & Company hardcover
1890réf. 18866London: Sampson Low Marston & Company. Fair with No dust jacket as issued. c1890. Softcover. Spine replaced with cloth tape and inner hinges roughly reinforced with strips of thin card. Inner margins of wrappers reinforced with strips of thin card. Tape repairs to small 1/2" tears at margins of title leaf. Previous owner's signature dated 1895 on front cover.; Stated "Sixth Edition" on title page. No date c1890. 96 pages. Printed wrappers. Page dimensions: 216 x 135mm. Title page has imprint of Messrs. A. H. Wheeler & Co. Allahabad; and of Sampson Low Marson & Company London. Series title: 'A. H. Wheeler & Co.'s Indian Railway Library' No. 4. Rear cover with text advertisement for Pears' Soap. "And the Hospital Orderly was so satisfied with the justice of the punishment that he did not even order Private Dormer back to his cot." - the final sentence. . Sampson Low, Marston & Company paperback
1920réf. 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
1920réf. 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
1908réf. 115398Macmillan 1908. Softcover. Very good/No jacket. leather binding worn along edges. Gift inscription on half-title page. Macmillan unknown
réf. 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
réf. 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
réf. 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
réf. 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
réf. 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
réf. 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
réf. 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
réf. 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
réf. 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
réf. 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
réf. 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
réf. 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
réf. 70-4795New York: Doubleday Page & Company 1926. Dust Jacket. Good. Losses in bottom edge; mild browning along folds and upper edge of rear panel; wear along bottom edge; stains on rear panel near the promotional blurb. Price unclipped. This is only the Dust Jacket and does not include the book. New York: Doubleday, Page & Company, 1926 unknown
