1991, ISBN: 2ecc5a1fa09669aa6c7d200b82a58ff5

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[African American Film] Unique cult classic with strong Black hero. The Last Dragon, A Tri-Star Picture, 1985. Archive of 3 original vintage silver gelatin photos used as lobby cards in m… Plus…

[African American Film] Unique cult classic with strong Black hero. The Last Dragon, A Tri-Star Picture, 1985. Archive of 3 original vintage silver gelatin photos used as lobby cards in movie theaters. All measure 8" x 10" and are in glossy black and white. The Last Dragon is considered a cult classic martial arts comedy starring Taimak and Vanity and directed by black filmmaker Michael Schultz. In 1991, Schultz was inducted into the Black Filmmakers Hall of Fame for his work on the film. The plot follows a young man in New York City who searches for a Master to obtain the final level of martial arts mastery known as the Glow. Notable real-life film locations include the Harlem Karate Institute of Grandmaster Ernest Hyman, Japanese Goju-Ryu, in Harlem, New York City where the Dojo and workout scenes were filmed. The diverse cast reflected the multicultural nature of New York City. The soundtrack worked to the same effect, combining R&B, hip-hop and pop. Photos feature Taimak during his training, and right before his major battle, along with another shot of him with his younger brother in the film. Photos feature Tri-Star logo and the title, along with other production information in the lower white margins. Archive is in very good condition., 0, Edito-Service , 1982. hardcover. Like New. 9x6x1. 4 volume set. 26 cm. Hardcover. No dust jacket. Good binding and cover. Clean, unmarked pages. Original published as: Wie funktionert das? A compendium of technical explanations and drawings of the working mechanisms for inventions, processes, and mechanical devices available prior to 1970. Contents: Volume 1. Distillation;Centrifuge;Fire extinguishers;Temperature measuring instruments;Dry ice;Thermostat;Presses;Pumps;Compressors (Piston compressors);Petroleum;Petroleum distillation;Natural gas;Town gas;Natural petrol;Synthetic petrol;Steam boilers;Steam engine;Steam turbines;Gas turbines;Water turbines (Pelton);Water turbines (Francis, Kaplan);Fuel cell;Nuclear reactor;Electrostatics I-II;Electrodynamics;Electric generator (Dynamo);Battery, Accumulator (Direct current);Alternativng current, three-phase current, electromagnetic waves;Alternating current, tree-phase current, electromagnetic waves: transmitters, receivers;Thermionic tube;Ultra-high frequency vibrations maser, laser;Rectifier;Semiconductors;Radio receiver;Loudspeaker;Overhead transmission lines;Earthing (Grounding);Transformer;Relay;Switch;Short-circuit (Fuse);Electric arc, arc lamp;Photo-electric cells;Fluorescent lamp;X-rays;Cyclotrons and similar devices;Telecommunication;Telephones and telephone exchanges;Telegraphy, teletypewriter;Radar;Photomultiplier;Magic eye;Black-and-white television;Teleision camera tubes;Television picture tube;Image converter tube;Eidophor system;Stroboscopic effects;Reflection, refraction and diffraction of light;Lenses;Mirrors;Spectacles (Eyeglasses);Magnifying glass and microscope;Electron microscope;Telescopes;Telescopes: prismatic binoculars;Cameras: general introduction;Photographic lenses;Focal distance and size of image;Interchangeable lenses;Diaphragm shutters;Focal plane shutters;Speed of a camera lens;Automatic exposure control;Depth of field (Depth of focus);Exposure meter;Colour printing;Colour television;Colour photography;Polaroid-Land colorfilm;Flash bulbs and flash guns;Electronic flash;Range finder;Cine camera (Motion picture camera);Cine projector;Wide screen motion pictues: CinemaScope ; Todd-AO and Cinerama;Projectors: episcope and diascope;Electrophotography;Black-and-white film;Noise, sound intensity;Resonance, echo;Doppler effect;Ultrasonics;Organ pipes;Scales and weighing machines;Clocks and watches;Quartz clock;Atomic clock;Barometer;Electricity meters (Energy meters);Gas meters;Water meters;Thermal insulation;Block and tackle;Pneumatic hammer;Cranes;Lightning conductor;Lift (Elevator);Hot-water heating (Gravity systems);Hot-water heating (Pumped circulation systems);Steam heating;Gas heating;Heat pump;Valves, cocks and taps;Door locks;Cylinder lock;Electric bell;Door-closer;Water closet (Toilet);Air conditioning;Fans, blowers and centrifugal compressors;Room heating stove;Gas-fired water heater (Geyser);Thermal electric domestic appliances (Hot plate, immersion heater, toaster);Refrigerators;Vacuum cleaner;Sewing machine;Incandescent lamp;Flat-iron;Match;Mechanical and electric typewriters;Typing-head system typewriters-IBM 72;Cash register;Calculating machine;Hollerith punched-card system;Data processing: principles ; programme-controlled ; electronic computer ; programme for a computer ; translation programme;Automatic letter sorting;Index. Volume 2. Fountain pen;Ballpoint pen;Record player;Gramophone record;Tape recorder;Coin testers;Automatic vending machines;Juke box;Blast furnace;Steel;Rolling mill ; manufacture of pipes;Wire manufacture;Glass;Plexiglass;Porcelain;Enamel;Rubber;Synthetic rubber (Buna);Vulcanisation;Timber;Paper;Plastics;Celluloid;Briquetting;Cellulose;Cellulosic man-made fibres;Synthetic fibres (Synthetic polymers);Spinning;Fabric structure;Preparing warp and weft for weaving;Weaving;Hosiery and knitting;Hosiery and knitting machinery;Finishing and dyeing;Zip fastener (Zipper);Detergents;Washing;Washing machines;Dry cleaning;Starching and finishing;Typesetting; hand composition ; mechanical composition ; composing machines;Letterpress printing;Intaglio printing (Photogravure; rotogravure);Planographic printing processes: lithography and offset collotype;Silk screen printing;Copying and duplicating (Xerographic method);Machine bookbinding;Farm tractor and attachments;Combine harvester and thresher;Beet-harvesting machine;Pick-up baler;X-ray apparatus and radiology;Anaesthetic apparatus;Electrocardiograph;Iron lung;Heart-lung machine;Gunpowder;Explosives;Detonators;Automatic rifle;Radioactivity;Gyroscopes and spinning tops;Bicycle: back-pedalling brake and freewheel;Variable gear hub;Motorcycle;Internal combustion engine: four-stroke petrol engine ; two-stroke petrol engine;Diesel engine;Rotary piston engine (Wankel engine);Injection pump;Starters;Carburettor;Ignition distributor;Sparking plug;Clutch;Automatic clutch;Gearbox (Transmission);Synchromesh gearbox;Automatic transmission;Differential gear;Springing, axles, wheel suspension;Shock absorbers;Steering;Brakes;Headlights;Electric horn;Flashing direction indicator;Speedometer;Steam locomotive;Electric locomotive;Diesel locomotive;Pneumatic brake;Railway safety devices;Railway switches or points;Railway signal box: mechanical system ; electric system;Escalator;Why does a ship float?;Sailing;Ship's propeller;Navigation;Compass;Why an aircraft flies;Supersonic speed;Glider;Helicopter;Jet engines;Parachute;Air navigation;Hovercraft;Rockets;Index. Volume 3. Aerosols;Nuclear fusion;Nuclear reactors: pressurized-water reactor ; pressure-tube reactor ; boiling-water reactor ; superheated-steam reactor ; gas-cooled reactor ; advanced gas-cooled reactor ; high-temperature reactor ; high-temperature reactor ; sodium reactor ; breeder reactor;Synthetic ammonia process;Synthetic gas and methanol synthesis;Town-gas detoxication (Conversion of carbon monoxide);Phosphorus;Sulphuric acid;Nitric acid;Foam plastics;Tank trucks;Plastics processing;Prospecting for minerals;Deep-drilling engineering;Mines and mining;Shaft sinking;Winding;Mine ventilation;Precautions against mine gas;Mechanization and automation in mining;Preparation of ores: lead ; copper ; zinc ; aluminium;Roasting of ores and concentrations;Ingot casting;Continuous casting;Metal casting: sand casting ; shell molding;Precision casting;Gravity die casting;Pressure die casting;Centifugal casting;Composite casting;Powder metallurgy;Forging;Cold extrusion of metals;Hot extrusion of metals;Cutting and machining of metals;Pressure welding;Fusion welding;Soldering;Sheet-metal work;Galvanizing;Metal spraying;Electroforming;Electroplating;Power-operated valves;Screw threads;Screw cutting;Thread milling;Gears;Gear cutting;Ball and roller bearings;Lathe;Milling machine;Couplings;Clutches;Mechanical power transmission linkages;Gear mechanism;Friction drives;Pulley drives;Cam mechanism;Locking and arresting mechanisms;Guns;Projectiles;Fuses;Mines;Torpedoes;Tanks;Road intersections and junctions;Operating an automobile;Improving engine performance: principles;Increasing the engine's cubit capacity;Increasing engine effiency: mean effective pressure;Improving volumetric efficiency;Resonance and engine efficiency;Valve timing and engine efficiency;Fuel injection and supercharging;Improving the engine's mechanical efficiency;Improving engine speed;Index. Volume 4. Color television;Cartography;Engine tuning;Generator (Dynamo): principles ; direct-current generator ; regulator ; three-phase generator;Present-day methods of aircraft construction;Wing geometry;Airfoils and airflow phenomena;Wind tunnel;Hydraulic power systems in aircraft;Ramjet propulsion;Vertical-takeoff-and-landing aircraft (VTOL);Yachts;Submarines;Ship stabilizing;Liquid-propellant rocket systems;Solid-propellant rocket systems;Ion-drive rocket propulsion systems;Multistage rockets;Reentry and ablation;Space suits and space capsules;Inertial navigation;Space-flight orbits and trajectories;Landing the first men on the moon;Satellites and space probes: space probes ; communication satellites;Planetarium;Medical applications of the betatron;Hearing aids;High-speed turbine drill;Incubator and oxygen tent;Gas mask;Artificial heart;Artificial kidney;Packaging technology;Silos and silage;The modern cattle barn (Cow shed);Rotary haymaking machine;Forage harvesters;Self-contained underwater breathing apparatus (SCUBA);Safety binding for skis;Pianoforte;Piano tone and tuning;Accordion;Electronic organ;Electronic music;High fidelity;Cloud chamber and bubble chamber;Linear accelerator;Electric-resistance strain gauge;Slide rule;Straight-line link mechanisms;Measurement of pressure;Measurement of flow of fluids;Mixing of materials;Electromagnets;Direct-current machines;Alternating current machines;Converters;Ward-Leonard control;Overhead transmission lines;Wave guides;Displacement current;Basic electronic circuits;Carrier transmission;VHF stereoscopic broadcasting;Time division multiplexing;Telephony and telephone-exchange techniques;Telephone cables;Automatic message accounting and circuit testing;Current supply for telecommunication systems;Video tape recording;Teaching machines;Index. <br> This is an oversized or heavy book, which requires additional postage for international delivery outside the US., Edito-Service, 1982, 5, A RARE AND STUNNING DATE-STAMPED 1927 GIANT EDITION WITH OVER 1,200 PAGES "1ST EDITION FROM THE PUBLISHER."INCLUDING ONE OF THE LARGEST COLLECTIONS OF POE'S WORKS EVER COMPILED IN A SINGLE BOOK WITH OVER 125 WORKS (NINE VOLUMES IN ONE) THE RAVEN, LENORE, THE BELLS, ANNABEL LEE, TO HELEN, A DREAM WITHIN A DREAM, THE HAUNTED PALACE, THE PIT AND THE PENDULUM, AND MANY MORE THIS EDITION CONTAINS OVER 100 OF POES WORKS WITH POEMS, STORIES, ESSAYS, AND MOREIT ALSO INCLUDES POE'S FIRST-EVER PUBLISHED WORK, "TAMERLANE," PRINTED WHEN HE WAS ONLY 18FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF ALL OF THE WORKS LISTED IN THIS BOOK, PLEASE SCROLL BELOW TO SEE THE ENTIRE CONTENTS (IT'S A LOT)If you buy this Poe book, you will never need to repurchase another. It is a vast collection of his most significant and rarest works. You would need to purchase multiple books to get close to the number of poems and tales in this one. I have yet to weigh this book, but it's a heavy edition, especially considering its page count of over 930. If you are looking for a master compendium of Mr. Poe's works that cover the extent of his entire career, this would undoubtedly be the book. I have cross-referenced this printing on multiple copywrite sites to confirm it is, in fact, the original 1st edition from the publisher. They don't make them this good anymore, and they never will. I would snag this one before it's gone...This edition, published in 1927, is a remarkable literary treasure that brings together the entire collection of Poe's writings in a single volume. This first edition from the publisher is a testament to the enduring appeal and genius of one of America's most celebrated authors. With its intricate design, extensive content, and historical significance, this book offers an unparalleled glimpse into the world of Edgar Allan Poe.This extraordinary edition encompasses nine volumes within a single book, making it a comprehensive compilation of Poe's literary legacy. Each page invites readers to delve into the dark and mysterious realms that Poe skillfully crafted through his prose and poetry. With over 1,200 pages, this collection showcases more than 125 works, including his most renowned tales and poems, making it an invaluable resource for both scholars and enthusiasts alike.One of the notable features of this edition is its intricately tooled cover and spine. The front cover presents a beautiful double griffin royal embossment, symbolizing the fusion of mythical creatures and the regal spirit of Poe's writings. The attention to detail in the design reflects the significance of this edition as a work of art, perfectly complementing the literary brilliance within.Historical Significance:Being the first edition published in 1927 by the publisher, this book holds a special place in the history of Edgar Allan Poe's works. It represents an era when his writings began to receive wider recognition and appreciation. Owning this edition allows readers to connect with the past, immersing themselves in the literary landscape of the early 20th century. It serves as a testament to Poe's enduring popularity and influence on subsequent generations of writers.The overall condition of this book is good depsite being nearly 100 years old. It does have some of the normal aging attributes associated with a book from the 1920s. This includes some age and shelf wear to the covers and spine, although they still display beautifully. The interior pages are naturally age-toned but remain well-preserved. There is a historical reinforcement on the first page, which can be seen in photo #3. Overall, it is a lovely edition.Content:The Complete Works of Edgar Allan Poe offers an extensive selection of his literary output. Readers can explore the haunting tales that Poe is renowned for, such as "The Tell-Tale Heart," "The Fall of the House of Usher," and "The Rue Morgue." Additionally, this edition includes his captivating poetry, including "The Raven," "Annabel Lee," and "The Bells." With a diverse range of genres and themes, Poe's writings continue to captivate readers with their dark atmospheres, psychological depth, and mesmerizing language.The overall condition of this book is very good for an edition that is nearing a century in age. It has some shelf wear, but the covers remain in very beautiful condition. The pages have some light age toning, and there are some light reading use and age, but they have been very well-preserved. There is a historical reinforcement to the first page, as seen in photo #4, but it is elegantly done and very good to keep the page held in place nice and secure. It is a lovely book overall.This is a rare and invaluable gem for literature enthusiasts and collectors alike. Its amalgamation of Poe's haunting tales and captivating poems, combined with its stunning design, makes it a cherished addition to any library. This edition offers a glimpse into the profound literary legacy of Edgar Allan Poe, preserving his works for generations to come and allowing readers to immerse themselves in the enigmatic world of one of America's greatest writers.Edgar Allan Poe's poems and tales are highly regarded and have a significant impact on literature. His works are known for their dark and mysterious themes, psychological depth, and masterful storytelling. Some of his most famous poems include "The Raven," "Annabel Lee," and "The Bells." Notable tales by Poe include "The Tell-Tale Heart," "The Fall of the House of Usher," and "The Murders in the Rue Morgue." All of which are included in this extensive volume.Poe's writings have had a lasting influence on various genres, particularly Gothic fiction, horror, and detective fiction. His unique style and exploration of the human psyche continue to captivate readers and inspire writers to this day. Collectors and enthusiasts often seek out editions of his poems and tales, especially rare or limited editions such as this one, as well as first editions of his works.The overall condition of this book is very good despite being 96 years old. The covers and spine have average age, shelf wear, and handling use. The interior pages are naturally age-toned but in excellent condition for this year. For a book that will soon turn 100 years old, it's been very well-kept.Edgar Allan Poe born Edgar Poe January 19, 1809 October 7, 1849) was an American writer, poet, editor, and literary critic. Poe is best known for his poetry and short stories, particularly his mystery and macabre tales. He is widely regarded as a central figure of Romanticism in the United States and American literature. He was one of the country's earliest practitioners of the short story. He is generally considered the inventor of the detective fiction genre and is further credited with contributing to the emerging science fiction genre. He was the first well-known American writer to earn a living through writing alone, resulting in a financially difficult life and career.HERE IS A LIST OF EVERY WORK INCLUDED IN THIS BOOK (ALL NINE VOLUMES)POEMSVOLUME #1THE RAVENLENOREHYMN (SEE TALE, MORELLA, PAGE 335)A VALENTINETO HELENTO M. L. S.ULALUMETHE BELLS.AN ENIGMAANNABEL LEE TO MY MOTHER.THE HAUNTED PALACE (SEE TALE, THE FALL OF THE HOUSE OF USHER,PAGE 273).THE CONQUEROR WORM (SEE TALE, LIGEIA, PAGE 324)To F...S O...TO ONE IN PARADISE (SEE TALE, THE ASSIGNATION, PAGE 183)TO IANTHE IN HEAVEN (SAME AS ABOVE)THE VALLEY OF UNREST,THE CITY IN THE SEA,THE SLEEPER.SILENCE.A DREAM WITHIN A DREAMDREAMLANDTO ZANTE EULALIE ..ELDORADO ISRAFELFOR ANNIETO MARIE LOUISE (SHEW)BRIDAL BALLAD."POLITIAN"THE COLISEUM.SCENES.SONNET-TO SCIENCEAL AARAAFVOLUME I-POEMSContinuedTAMERLANE.TO THE RIVER-TOA DREAM.ROMANCEFAIRYLAND THE LAKESONG.TO HELENSPIRITS OF THE DEAD EVENING STAR.IMITATION"THE HAPPIEST DAY"HYMN. TRANSLATION FROM THE GREEK DREAMS."IN YOUTH, I HAVE KNOWN ONE"A PEAN (SAME AS LENORE)VOLUME IITALESTHE MURDERS IN THE RUE MORGUETHE MYSTERY OF MARIE ROGETTHE PURLOINED LETTERTHE OBLONG BOX."THOU ART THE MANTHE PIT AND THE PENDULUMVOLUME IlITALESTHE ASSIGNATIONTHE MASQUE OF THE RED DEATH KING PEST ...THE CASK OF AMONTILLADOTHE BLACK CAT. THE TELL-TALE HEARTTHE IMP OF THE PERVERSE WILLIAM WILSON.MYSTIFICATIONTHE MAN OF THE CROWDVON KEMPELEN AND HIS DISCOVERYTHE POWER OF WORDSTHE COLLOQUY OF MONOS AND UNAVOLUME III-TALES ContinuedTHE CONVERSATION OF EIROS AND CHARMIONSHADOW-A PARABLESILENCE-A FABLETHE FALL OF THE HOUSE OF USHER, THE DOMAIN OF ARNHEIM.LANDOR'S COTTAGE VOLUME IVTALESTHE ISLAND OF THE FAY.THE OVAL PORTRAITBERENICEELEONORALIGEIAMORELLAMETZENGERSTEINHOP-FROGTHE UNPARALLELED ADVENTURES OF ONE HANS PFAALLTHE BALLOON-HOAXMELLONTA TAUTAMESMERIC REVELATIONTHE CASE OF M. VALDEMARTHE PREMATURE BURIALTALESVOLUME VTHE NARRATIVE OF A. GORDON PYMVOLUME VITALESA DESCENT INTO THE MAELSTROMMS. FOUND IN A BOTTLE.THE SPHINX.A TALE OF THE RAGGED MOUNTAINSTHE SPECTACLESTHREE SUNDAYS IN A WEEKTHE SYSTEM OF DR. TARR AND PROF. FETHERTHE ANGEL OF THE ODDTHE DEVIL IN THE BELFRYVOLUME VI-TALES-ContinuedBON-BONTHE DUC DE L'OMELETTENEVER BET THE DEVIL YOUR HEADWHY THE LITTLE FRENCHMAN WEARS HIS HAND IN A SLINGVOLUME VIITALESTHE THOUSAND-AND-SECOND TALE OF SCHEHERAZADEA TALE OF JERUSALEM. FOUR BEASTS IN ONE.SOME WORDS WITH A MUMMY.LOSS OF BREATHTHE MAN THAT WAS USED UPTHE BUSINESSMANDIDDLINGLIONIZINGLITERARY LIFE OF THINGUMBOB ESQ.HOW TO WRITE A BLACKWOOD ARTICLEA PREDICAMENT X-ING A PARAGRABMORNING ON THE WISSAHICKONVOLUME VIIIESSAYSLETTER TO MR. THE POETIC PRINCIPLE.THE RATIONALE OF VERSETHE PHILOSOPHY OF COMPOSITIONEUREKAVOLUME IXESSAYSMAELZEL'S CHESS-PLAYERCRYPTOGRAPHY.PHILOSOPHY OF FURNITUREMAGAZINE WRITING PETER SNOOKSOME SECRETS OF THE MAGAZINE PRISON HOUSE, P.F. Collier, 1927, 2.5<

2002, ISBN: 2ecc5a1fa09669aa6c7d200b82a58ff5

Livres de poche, Première édition

Middletown, Connecticut: Wesleyan University, 1929. Presumed First Edition, First printing thus. Wraps. Good. 46, [2] pages, plus covers. RARE surviving copy! Cover hasps some wear, soi… Plus…

Middletown, Connecticut: Wesleyan University, 1929. Presumed First Edition, First printing thus. Wraps. Good. 46, [2] pages, plus covers. RARE surviving copy! Cover hasps some wear, soiling and discoloration. Some page discoloration noted. Includes articles on William North Rice; Noted Scientist--Eminent Christian; William North Rice as Administrator; William North Rice--An Appreciation; Argus Editorial; Obituary Notice; Funeral Service; Address--President McConaughy, Address--Bishop Herbert Welch; Prayer--Professor Chanter; Trustee Resolutions; Faculty Resolutions; Phi Nu Theta Resolutions; and Science Division Resolutions. From his death notice: As a Scientist and scholar, open--minded and progressive in the search not merely for new facts but for fundamental truths; As a man of culture, familiar with the world's best literature; As a teacher, lucid in exposition, skillfully illuminating his specialty with a wide range of knowledge; As an administrator, combining careful attention to multitudinous details with liberal consideration of educational principles and unwearied promotion of constructive measures. and as a man, just and kindly in spirit, loyal in Christian faith and life, earnest and eloquent in expounding the Holy Scripture and the relations between Christian thought and science; For more than a half-century he build himself into Wesleyan University. He was a Professor of Geology and Natural History and then G. I. Seney Professor of Geology, then G. I. Seney Professor of Geology, Emeritus. He served as Acting President in 1907, 1908-1909 and in 1918. He was superintendent, Connecticut Geological and Natural History Survey, 1903-1916. William North Rice (1845-1928) was an American geologist, educator, and Methodist minister and theologian concerned with reconciliation of science and religious faith. William North Rice was born November 21, 1845 and graduated in 1865 with a bachelor's degree from Wesleyan University in Middletown, Connecticut, serving as class valedictorian. In 1867 after studies at the Sheffield Scientific School of Yale College, he earned the first Ph.D. in the United States to be awarded in the field of Geology. Upon graduation from Yale, he was offered a faculty position at Wesleyan University, but he opted to undertake post-doctoral studies in Germany for a year at the renowned Institute of Natural History established by Alexander von Humboldt (1769-1859) at the University of Berlin. Later in 1886, he earned a doctor of laws (LL.D.) degree at Syracuse University. Rice served as professor of geology and natural history at Wesleyan beginning in 1868. Early in his career he was ordained as a minister, joining the New England Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church. During the early 1870s, Rice undertook zoological research work with Spencer Baird at the newly established laboratory of the United States Fish Commission at Woods Hole, Massachusetts. Later in the winter 1876 to 1877, he was part of a major geological and zoological expedition to Bermuda, one of the first expeditions of its type undertaken by American scientists. In the early 1880s, Rice took an interest in the geology of Europe, traveling for research activities there in 1881 and 1884. He continued further work with European colleagues in an extended trip to Germany from 1892 to 1893, and in later to France in 1900. Beginning in 1891, Rice took an active interest in the geology of the American West, traveling to Yellowstone National Park and other Rocky Mountain locations as part of an international geological expedition. Later in 1904, he conducted research in the Grand Canyon and Mexico, and later in that decade he traveled to Alaska to study the glaciers of Yakutat Bay. Rice served as an assistant geologist with the U.S. Geological Survey, mapping the geological features of Connecticut. Later from 1903 to 1918, he served as Superintendent of the State Geological and Natural History Survey of Connecticut. In addition to his scientific studies, Rice took a keen interest in issues of science and religion. He was a lecturer on the relations of religion and science at the Hamilton Theological Seminary at Colgate University between 1897 and 1900. Throughout his career he wrote a number of landmark articles and books on the reconciliation of science with religious faith. Rice was active as an officer within scientific societies. In 1891, he served as the president of the American Society of Naturalists. Later, from 1905 to 1906, he served as the vice president of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, while concurrently serving as the chairman of the Geological Sciences division of that organization. Later, from 1902 to 1905, he served as the president of the statewide Connecticut Council of Education. He was a member of the Connecticut Academy of Arts and Sciences. Rice served as acting president of Wesleyan University on three occasions in 1907, from 1908 to 1909, and again in 1918. Shortly after his last stint as acting president in 1918, he retired from teaching, but continued much of his research and academic work as an emeritus professor. Rice was a prolific writer. Along with several books, he wrote dozens of sermons and lectures which were published in newspapers and journals. His writings often dealt with the conflict people experienced, after the publication of Darwin's Origin of the Species, between scientific thought and the Bible., Wesleyan University, 1929, 2.5, Rosemont, PA: Wallace Collett, 2002. Presumed first edition/first printing. Trade paperback. Good.. 79, [1] pages. Includes illustrations. With TLS autographed by the author laid in. Signed by author on title page. Cover has some wear and soiling. Corner creased. From an obituary of the author posted on-line: "Mr. Collett was a Quaker leader and businessman. He was a member of the Haverford Friends Meeting. His family owns a farm in Clinton County that has been in Collett hands since the early 1800s. He led delegations to both South Vietnam and North Vietnam accompanying relief supplies on behalf of the American Friends Service Committee. He graduated in 1936 from Wilmington College, and received a master s of arts degree in English literature in 1937 from Haverford College. He served on the Wilmington College Board of Trustees from 1959 through 1974 and chaired the board from 1966 through 1974. He also served on the boards at Haverford and Earlham colleges. In 1981, he was awarded an honorary doctor of doctor of human reconstruction degree by Wilmington College. He earned his way through college with a route of candy machines. After teaching in public schools for three years, he joined his uncle in Cincinnati in a fledgling company operating vending machines in the surrounding area. As president, he oversaw the company s expansion. In 1960, he helped found the Servomation Corp. and chaired its board s executive committee. He was a long-time activist in civic organizations and was a founder and board member of Housing Opportunities Made Equal in Cincinnati and of Camp Joy, a camp for underprivileged children near Wilmington. As a member of Cincinnati s City Planning Commission, in 1953, he was involved at the height of the McCarthy era in a bitter political fight over his defense of the rights of a city planner who had been associated with a Marxist study group years earlier. He wrote a book in 2002, McCarthyism in Cincinnati: The Bettman-Collett Affair, which discussed the incident. He was a board member of the Cincinnati Historical Society and played an important role in the creation of the Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal. He combined his love of nature and civic pride in initiating a Cincinnati street tree program as chair of the Committee for Urban Greenery. He participated in mass demonstrations and vigils against the Vietnam War and led delegations to the White House to urge the war be abandoned. He also led Quaker delegations to China, the Middle East and Central America. He refused to pay war taxes for much of his life and chaired the Friends Committee on War Tax Concerns. He also was a board member for the Campaign for a Peace Tax Fund. He wrote poetry throughout his life and recently published a collected volume, This Enchanted Moment, which shows his range of interests and imagination from an account of an anti-nuclear vigil to his fascination with time. He also painted pictures, working with a typewriter and color. One picture, done in 1982, They Fall Westward Toward the River, was exhibited at the Friends Center in Philadelphia, Pa. His work has been exhibited for several years in the Bryn Mawr Mile of Art show, where artists display their work in Bryn Mawr merchants shop windows. He was certainly a man who lived his faith and convictions.", Wallace Collett, 2002, 2.5, A RARE AND STUNNING DATE-STAMPED 1927 GIANT EDITION WITH 1,200 PAGES "1ST EDITION FROM THE PUBLISHER."THIS BOOK IS NOW 97 YEARS OLD AND HAS BEEN EXCEPTIONALLY WELL-KEPT FOR NEARLY A CENTURYINCLUDING ONE OF THE LARGEST COLLECTIONS OF POE'S WORKS EVER COMPILED IN A SINGLE BOOK WITH OVER 125 WORKS (NINE VOLUMES IN ONE)THE RAVEN, LENORE, THE BELLS, ANNABEL LEE, TO HELEN, A DREAM WITHIN A DREAM, THE HAUNTED PALACE, THE PIT AND THE PENDULUM, AND MANY MORETHIS EDITION CONTAINS OVER 100 OF POES WORKS WITH POEMS, STORIES, ESSAYS, AND MOREIT ALSO INCLUDES POE'S FIRST-EVER PUBLISHED WORK, "TAMERLANE," PRINTED WHEN HE WAS ONLY 18FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF ALL OF THE WORKS LISTED IN THIS BOOK, PLEASE SCROLL BELOW TO SEE THE ENTIRE CONTENTS (IT'S A LOT)If you buy this Poe book, you will never need to repurchase another. It is a vast collection of his most significant and rarest works. You would need to purchase multiple books to get close to the number of poems and tales in this one. I have yet to weigh this book, but it's a heavy edition, especially considering its page count of over 930. If you are looking for a master compendium of Mr. Poe's works that cover the extent of his entire career, this would undoubtedly be the book. I have cross-referenced this printing on multiple copywrite sites to confirm it is, in fact, the original 1st edition from the publisher. They don't make them this good anymore, and they never will. I would snag this one before it's gone...This edition, published in 1927, is a remarkable literary treasure that brings together the entire collection of Poe's writings in a single volume. This first edition from the publisher is a testament to the enduring appeal and genius of one of America's most celebrated authors. With its intricate design, extensive content, and historical significance, this book offers an unparalleled glimpse into the world of Edgar Allan Poe.This extraordinary edition encompasses nine volumes within a single book, making it a comprehensive compilation of Poe's literary legacy. Each page invites readers to delve into the dark and mysterious realms that Poe skillfully crafted through his prose and poetry. With over 930 pages, this collection showcases more than 125 works, including his most renowned tales and poems, making it an invaluable resource for both scholars and enthusiasts alike.One of the notable features of this edition is its intricately tooled cover and spine. The front cover presents a beautiful double griffin royal embossment, symbolizing the fusion of mythical creatures and the regal spirit of Poe's writings. The attention to detail in the design reflects the significance of this edition as a work of art, perfectly complementing the literary brilliance within.Historical Significance:Being the first edition published in 1927 by the publisher, this book holds a special place in the history of Edgar Allan Poe's works. It represents an era when his writings began to receive wider recognition and appreciation. Owning this edition allows readers to connect with the past, immersing themselves in the literary landscape of the early 20th century. It serves as a testament to Poe's enduring popularity and influence on subsequent generations of writers.Content:The Complete Works of Edgar Allan Poe offers an extensive selection of his literary output. Readers can explore the haunting tales that Poe is renowned for, such as "The Tell-Tale Heart," "The Fall of the House of Usher," and "The Rue Morgue." Additionally, this edition includes his captivating poetry, including "The Raven," "Annabel Lee," and "The Bells." With a diverse range of genres and themes, Poe's writings continue to captivate readers with their dark atmospheres, psychological depth, and mesmerizing language.The overall condition of this book is very good for an edition that is nearing a century in age. It has some light shelf wear, but the covers remain in very beautiful condition. The pages have some light age toning, and there are some light reading use and age, but they have been very well-preserved. I have owned a few of these over the years, but this is certainly one of the nicest I have ever seen.This is a rare and invaluable gem for literature enthusiasts and collectors alike. Its amalgamation of Poe's haunting tales and captivating poems, combined with its stunning design, makes it a cherished addition to any library. This edition offers a glimpse into the profound literary legacy of Edgar Allan Poe, preserving his works for generations to come and allowing readers to immerse themselves in the enigmatic world of one of America's greatest writers.Edgar Allan Poe's poems and tales are highly regarded and have a significant impact on literature. His works are known for their dark and mysterious themes, psychological depth, and masterful storytelling. Some of his most famous poems include "The Raven," "Annabel Lee," and "The Bells." Notable tales by Poe include "The Tell-Tale Heart," "The Fall of the House of Usher," and "The Murders in the Rue Morgue." All of which are included in this extensive volume.Poe's writings have had a lasting influence on various genres, particularly Gothic fiction, horror, and detective fiction. His unique style and exploration of the human psyche continue to captivate readers and inspire writers to this day. Collectors and enthusiasts often seek out editions of his poems and tales, especially rare or limited editions such as this one, as well as first editions of his works.The overall condition of this book is very good despite being 96 years old. The covers and spine have average age, shelf wear, and handling use. The interior pages are naturally age-toned but in excellent condition for this year. For a book that will soon turn 100 years old, it's been very well-kept.Edgar Allan Poe born Edgar Poe January 19, 1809 October 7, 1849) was an American writer, poet, editor, and literary critic. Poe is best known for his poetry and short stories, particularly his mystery and macabre tales. He is widely regarded as a central figure of Romanticism in the United States and American literature. He was one of the country's earliest practitioners of the short story. He is generally considered the inventor of the detective fiction genre and is further credited with contributing to the emerging science fiction genre. He was the first well-known American writer to earn a living through writing alone, resulting in a financially difficult life and career.HERE IS A LIST OF EVERY WORK INCLUDED IN THIS BOOK (ALL NINE VOLUMES)POEMSVOLUME #1THE RAVENLENOREHYMN (SEE TALE, MORELLA, PAGE 335)A VALENTINETO HELENTO M. L. S.ULALUMETHE BELLS.AN ENIGMAANNABEL LEE TO MY MOTHER.THE HAUNTED PALACE (SEE TALE, THE FALL OF THE HOUSE OF USHER,PAGE 273).THE CONQUEROR WORM (SEE TALE, LIGEIA, PAGE 324)To F...S O...TO ONE IN PARADISE (SEE TALE, THE ASSIGNATION, PAGE 183)TO IANTHE IN HEAVEN (SAME AS ABOVE)THE VALLEY OF UNREST,THE CITY IN THE SEA,THE SLEEPER.SILENCE.A DREAM WITHIN A DREAMDREAMLANDTO ZANTE EULALIE ..ELDORADO ISRAFELFOR ANNIETO MARIE LOUISE (SHEW)BRIDAL BALLAD."POLITIAN"THE COLISEUM.SCENES.SONNET-TO SCIENCEAL AARAAFVOLUME I-POEMSContinuedTAMERLANE.TO THE RIVER-TOA DREAM.ROMANCEFAIRYLAND THE LAKESONG.TO HELENSPIRITS OF THE DEAD EVENING STAR.IMITATION"THE HAPPIEST DAY"HYMN. TRANSLATION FROM THE GREEK DREAMS."IN YOUTH, I HAVE KNOWN ONE"A PEAN (SAME AS LENORE)VOLUME IITALESTHE MURDERS IN THE RUE MORGUETHE MYSTERY OF MARIE ROGETTHE PURLOINED LETTERTHE OBLONG BOX."THOU ART THE MANTHE PIT AND THE PENDULUMVOLUME IlITALESTHE ASSIGNATIONTHE MASQUE OF THE RED DEATH KING PEST ...THE CASK OF AMONTILLADOTHE BLACK CAT. THE TELL-TALE HEARTTHE IMP OF THE PERVERSE WILLIAM WILSON.MYSTIFICATIONTHE MAN OF THE CROWDVON KEMPELEN AND HIS DISCOVERYTHE POWER OF WORDSTHE COLLOQUY OF MONOS AND UNAVOLUME III-TALES ContinuedTHE CONVERSATION OF EIROS AND CHARMIONSHADOW-A PARABLESILENCE-A FABLETHE FALL OF THE HOUSE OF USHER, THE DOMAIN OF ARNHEIM.LANDOR'S COTTAGE VOLUME IVTALESTHE ISLAND OF THE FAY.THE OVAL PORTRAITBERENICEELEONORALIGEIAMORELLAMETZENGERSTEINHOP-FROGTHE UNPARALLELED ADVENTURES OF ONE HANS PFAALLTHE BALLOON-HOAXMELLONTA TAUTAMESMERIC REVELATIONTHE CASE OF M. VALDEMARTHE PREMATURE BURIALTALESVOLUME VTHE NARRATIVE OF A. GORDON PYMVOLUME VITALESA DESCENT INTO THE MAELSTROMMS. FOUND IN A BOTTLE.THE SPHINX.A TALE OF THE RAGGED MOUNTAINSTHE SPECTACLESTHREE SUNDAYS IN A WEEKTHE SYSTEM OF DR. TARR AND PROF. FETHERTHE ANGEL OF THE ODDTHE DEVIL IN THE BELFRYVOLUME VI-TALES-ContinuedBON-BONTHE DUC DE L'OMELETTENEVER BET THE DEVIL YOUR HEADWHY THE LITTLE FRENCHMAN WEARS HIS HAND IN A SLINGVOLUME VIITALESTHE THOUSAND-AND-SECOND TALE OF SCHEHERAZADEA TALE OF JERUSALEM. FOUR BEASTS IN ONE.SOME WORDS WITH A MUMMY.LOSS OF BREATHTHE MAN THAT WAS USED UPTHE BUSINESSMANDIDDLINGLIONIZINGLITERARY LIFE OF THINGUMBOB ESQ.HOW TO WRITE A BLACKWOOD ARTICLEA PREDICAMENT X-ING A PARAGRABMORNING ON THE WISSAHICKONVOLUME VIIIESSAYSLETTER TO MR. THE POETIC PRINCIPLE.THE RATIONALE OF VERSETHE PHILOSOPHY OF COMPOSITIONEUREKAVOLUME IXESSAYSMAELZEL'S CHESS-PLAYERCRYPTOGRAPHY.PHILOSOPHY OF FURNITUREMAGAZINE WRITING PETER SNOOKSOME SECRETS OF THE MAGAZINE PRISON HOUSE, P.F. Collier, 1927, 3<

1927, ISBN: 2ecc5a1fa09669aa6c7d200b82a58ff5

A RARE AND STUNNING DATE-STAMPED 1927 GIANT EDITION WITH OVER 1,200 PAGES "1ST EDITION FROM THE PUBLISHER."INCLUDING ONE OF THE LARGEST COLLECTIONS OF POE'S WORKS EVER COMPILED IN A SINGL… Plus…

A RARE AND STUNNING DATE-STAMPED 1927 GIANT EDITION WITH OVER 1,200 PAGES "1ST EDITION FROM THE PUBLISHER."INCLUDING ONE OF THE LARGEST COLLECTIONS OF POE'S WORKS EVER COMPILED IN A SINGLE BOOK WITH OVER 125 WORKS (NINE VOLUMES IN ONE) THE RAVEN, LENORE, THE BELLS, ANNABEL LEE, TO HELEN, A DREAM WITHIN A DREAM, THE HAUNTED PALACE, THE PIT AND THE PENDULUM, AND MANY MORE THIS EDITION CONTAINS OVER 100 OF POES WORKS WITH POEMS, STORIES, ESSAYS, AND MOREIT ALSO INCLUDES POE'S FIRST-EVER PUBLISHED WORK, "TAMERLANE," PRINTED WHEN HE WAS ONLY 18FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF ALL OF THE WORKS LISTED IN THIS BOOK, PLEASE SCROLL BELOW TO SEE THE ENTIRE CONTENTS (IT'S A LOT)If you buy this Poe book, you will never need to repurchase another. It is a vast collection of his most significant and rarest works. You would need to purchase multiple books to get close to the number of poems and tales in this one. I have yet to weigh this book, but it's a heavy edition, especially considering its page count of over 930. If you are looking for a master compendium of Mr. Poe's works that cover the extent of his entire career, this would undoubtedly be the book. I have cross-referenced this printing on multiple copywrite sites to confirm it is, in fact, the original 1st edition from the publisher. They don't make them this good anymore, and they never will. I would snag this one before it's gone...This edition, published in 1927, is a remarkable literary treasure that brings together the entire collection of Poe's writings in a single volume. This first edition from the publisher is a testament to the enduring appeal and genius of one of America's most celebrated authors. With its intricate design, extensive content, and historical significance, this book offers an unparalleled glimpse into the world of Edgar Allan Poe.This extraordinary edition encompasses nine volumes within a single book, making it a comprehensive compilation of Poe's literary legacy. Each page invites readers to delve into the dark and mysterious realms that Poe skillfully crafted through his prose and poetry. With over 1,200 pages, this collection showcases more than 125 works, including his most renowned tales and poems, making it an invaluable resource for both scholars and enthusiasts alike.One of the notable features of this edition is its intricately tooled cover and spine. The front cover presents a beautiful double griffin royal embossment, symbolizing the fusion of mythical creatures and the regal spirit of Poe's writings. The attention to detail in the design reflects the significance of this edition as a work of art, perfectly complementing the literary brilliance within.Historical Significance:Being the first edition published in 1927 by the publisher, this book holds a special place in the history of Edgar Allan Poe's works. It represents an era when his writings began to receive wider recognition and appreciation. Owning this edition allows readers to connect with the past, immersing themselves in the literary landscape of the early 20th century. It serves as a testament to Poe's enduring popularity and influence on subsequent generations of writers.The overall condition of this book is good depsite being nearly 100 years old. It does have some of the normal aging attributes associated with a book from the 1920s. This includes some age and shelf wear to the covers and spine, although they still display beautifully. The interior pages are naturally age-toned but remain well-preserved. There is a historical reinforcement on the first page, which can be seen in photo #3. Overall, it is a lovely edition.Content:The Complete Works of Edgar Allan Poe offers an extensive selection of his literary output. Readers can explore the haunting tales that Poe is renowned for, such as "The Tell-Tale Heart," "The Fall of the House of Usher," and "The Rue Morgue." Additionally, this edition includes his captivating poetry, including "The Raven," "Annabel Lee," and "The Bells." With a diverse range of genres and themes, Poe's writings continue to captivate readers with their dark atmospheres, psychological depth, and mesmerizing language.The overall condition of this book is very good for an edition that is nearing a century in age. It has some shelf wear, but the covers remain in very beautiful condition. The pages have some light age toning, and there are some light reading use and age, but they have been very well-preserved. There is a historical reinforcement to the first page, as seen in photo #4, but it is elegantly done and very good to keep the page held in place nice and secure. It is a lovely book overall.This is a rare and invaluable gem for literature enthusiasts and collectors alike. Its amalgamation of Poe's haunting tales and captivating poems, combined with its stunning design, makes it a cherished addition to any library. This edition offers a glimpse into the profound literary legacy of Edgar Allan Poe, preserving his works for generations to come and allowing readers to immerse themselves in the enigmatic world of one of America's greatest writers.Edgar Allan Poe's poems and tales are highly regarded and have a significant impact on literature. His works are known for their dark and mysterious themes, psychological depth, and masterful storytelling. Some of his most famous poems include "The Raven," "Annabel Lee," and "The Bells." Notable tales by Poe include "The Tell-Tale Heart," "The Fall of the House of Usher," and "The Murders in the Rue Morgue." All of which are included in this extensive volume.Poe's writings have had a lasting influence on various genres, particularly Gothic fiction, horror, and detective fiction. His unique style and exploration of the human psyche continue to captivate readers and inspire writers to this day. Collectors and enthusiasts often seek out editions of his poems and tales, especially rare or limited editions such as this one, as well as first editions of his works.The overall condition of this book is very good despite being 96 years old. The covers and spine have average age, shelf wear, and handling use. The interior pages are naturally age-toned but in excellent condition for this year. For a book that will soon turn 100 years old, it's been very well-kept.Edgar Allan Poe born Edgar Poe January 19, 1809 October 7, 1849) was an American writer, poet, editor, and literary critic. Poe is best known for his poetry and short stories, particularly his mystery and macabre tales. He is widely regarded as a central figure of Romanticism in the United States and American literature. He was one of the country's earliest practitioners of the short story. He is generally considered the inventor of the detective fiction genre and is further credited with contributing to the emerging science fiction genre. He was the first well-known American writer to earn a living through writing alone, resulting in a financially difficult life and career.HERE IS A LIST OF EVERY WORK INCLUDED IN THIS BOOK (ALL NINE VOLUMES)POEMSVOLUME #1THE RAVENLENOREHYMN (SEE TALE, MORELLA, PAGE 335)A VALENTINETO HELENTO M. L. S.ULALUMETHE BELLS.AN ENIGMAANNABEL LEE TO MY MOTHER.THE HAUNTED PALACE (SEE TALE, THE FALL OF THE HOUSE OF USHER,PAGE 273).THE CONQUEROR WORM (SEE TALE, LIGEIA, PAGE 324)To F...S O...TO ONE IN PARADISE (SEE TALE, THE ASSIGNATION, PAGE 183)TO IANTHE IN HEAVEN (SAME AS ABOVE)THE VALLEY OF UNREST,THE CITY IN THE SEA,THE SLEEPER.SILENCE.A DREAM WITHIN A DREAMDREAMLANDTO ZANTE EULALIE ..ELDORADO ISRAFELFOR ANNIETO MARIE LOUISE (SHEW)BRIDAL BALLAD."POLITIAN"THE COLISEUM.SCENES.SONNET-TO SCIENCEAL AARAAFVOLUME I-POEMSContinuedTAMERLANE.TO THE RIVER-TOA DREAM.ROMANCEFAIRYLAND THE LAKESONG.TO HELENSPIRITS OF THE DEAD EVENING STAR.IMITATION"THE HAPPIEST DAY"HYMN. TRANSLATION FROM THE GREEK DREAMS."IN YOUTH, I HAVE KNOWN ONE"A PEAN (SAME AS LENORE)VOLUME IITALESTHE MURDERS IN THE RUE MORGUETHE MYSTERY OF MARIE ROGETTHE PURLOINED LETTERTHE OBLONG BOX."THOU ART THE MANTHE PIT AND THE PENDULUMVOLUME IlITALESTHE ASSIGNATIONTHE MASQUE OF THE RED DEATH KING PEST ...THE CASK OF AMONTILLADOTHE BLACK CAT. THE TELL-TALE HEARTTHE IMP OF THE PERVERSE WILLIAM WILSON.MYSTIFICATIONTHE MAN OF THE CROWDVON KEMPELEN AND HIS DISCOVERYTHE POWER OF WORDSTHE COLLOQUY OF MONOS AND UNAVOLUME III-TALES ContinuedTHE CONVERSATION OF EIROS AND CHARMIONSHADOW-A PARABLESILENCE-A FABLETHE FALL OF THE HOUSE OF USHER, THE DOMAIN OF ARNHEIM.LANDOR'S COTTAGE VOLUME IVTALESTHE ISLAND OF THE FAY.THE OVAL PORTRAITBERENICEELEONORALIGEIAMORELLAMETZENGERSTEINHOP-FROGTHE UNPARALLELED ADVENTURES OF ONE HANS PFAALLTHE BALLOON-HOAXMELLONTA TAUTAMESMERIC REVELATIONTHE CASE OF M. VALDEMARTHE PREMATURE BURIALTALESVOLUME VTHE NARRATIVE OF A. GORDON PYMVOLUME VITALESA DESCENT INTO THE MAELSTROMMS. FOUND IN A BOTTLE.THE SPHINX.A TALE OF THE RAGGED MOUNTAINSTHE SPECTACLESTHREE SUNDAYS IN A WEEKTHE SYSTEM OF DR. TARR AND PROF. FETHERTHE ANGEL OF THE ODDTHE DEVIL IN THE BELFRYVOLUME VI-TALES-ContinuedBON-BONTHE DUC DE L'OMELETTENEVER BET THE DEVIL YOUR HEADWHY THE LITTLE FRENCHMAN WEARS HIS HAND IN A SLINGVOLUME VIITALESTHE THOUSAND-AND-SECOND TALE OF SCHEHERAZADEA TALE OF JERUSALEM. FOUR BEASTS IN ONE.SOME WORDS WITH A MUMMY.LOSS OF BREATHTHE MAN THAT WAS USED UPTHE BUSINESSMANDIDDLINGLIONIZINGLITERARY LIFE OF THINGUMBOB ESQ.HOW TO WRITE A BLACKWOOD ARTICLEA PREDICAMENT X-ING A PARAGRABMORNING ON THE WISSAHICKONVOLUME VIIIESSAYSLETTER TO MR. THE POETIC PRINCIPLE.THE RATIONALE OF VERSETHE PHILOSOPHY OF COMPOSITIONEUREKAVOLUME IXESSAYSMAELZEL'S CHESS-PLAYERCRYPTOGRAPHY.PHILOSOPHY OF FURNITUREMAGAZINE WRITING PETER SNOOKSOME SECRETS OF THE MAGAZINE PRISON HOUSE, P.F. Collier, 1927, 2.5<

1927, ISBN: 2ecc5a1fa09669aa6c7d200b82a58ff5

A RARE AND STUNNING DATE-STAMPED 1927 GIANT EDITION WITH 1,200 PAGES "1ST EDITION FROM THE PUBLISHER."THIS BOOK IS NOW 97 YEARS OLD AND HAS BEEN EXCEPTIONALLY WELL-KEPT FOR NEARLY A CENTU… Plus…

A RARE AND STUNNING DATE-STAMPED 1927 GIANT EDITION WITH 1,200 PAGES "1ST EDITION FROM THE PUBLISHER."THIS BOOK IS NOW 97 YEARS OLD AND HAS BEEN EXCEPTIONALLY WELL-KEPT FOR NEARLY A CENTURYINCLUDING ONE OF THE LARGEST COLLECTIONS OF POE'S WORKS EVER COMPILED IN A SINGLE BOOK WITH OVER 125 WORKS (NINE VOLUMES IN ONE)THE RAVEN, LENORE, THE BELLS, ANNABEL LEE, TO HELEN, A DREAM WITHIN A DREAM, THE HAUNTED PALACE, THE PIT AND THE PENDULUM, AND MANY MORETHIS EDITION CONTAINS OVER 100 OF POES WORKS WITH POEMS, STORIES, ESSAYS, AND MOREIT ALSO INCLUDES POE'S FIRST-EVER PUBLISHED WORK, "TAMERLANE," PRINTED WHEN HE WAS ONLY 18FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF ALL OF THE WORKS LISTED IN THIS BOOK, PLEASE SCROLL BELOW TO SEE THE ENTIRE CONTENTS (IT'S A LOT)If you buy this Poe book, you will never need to repurchase another. It is a vast collection of his most significant and rarest works. You would need to purchase multiple books to get close to the number of poems and tales in this one. I have yet to weigh this book, but it's a heavy edition, especially considering its page count of over 930. If you are looking for a master compendium of Mr. Poe's works that cover the extent of his entire career, this would undoubtedly be the book. I have cross-referenced this printing on multiple copywrite sites to confirm it is, in fact, the original 1st edition from the publisher. They don't make them this good anymore, and they never will. I would snag this one before it's gone...This edition, published in 1927, is a remarkable literary treasure that brings together the entire collection of Poe's writings in a single volume. This first edition from the publisher is a testament to the enduring appeal and genius of one of America's most celebrated authors. With its intricate design, extensive content, and historical significance, this book offers an unparalleled glimpse into the world of Edgar Allan Poe.This extraordinary edition encompasses nine volumes within a single book, making it a comprehensive compilation of Poe's literary legacy. Each page invites readers to delve into the dark and mysterious realms that Poe skillfully crafted through his prose and poetry. With over 930 pages, this collection showcases more than 125 works, including his most renowned tales and poems, making it an invaluable resource for both scholars and enthusiasts alike.One of the notable features of this edition is its intricately tooled cover and spine. The front cover presents a beautiful double griffin royal embossment, symbolizing the fusion of mythical creatures and the regal spirit of Poe's writings. The attention to detail in the design reflects the significance of this edition as a work of art, perfectly complementing the literary brilliance within.Historical Significance:Being the first edition published in 1927 by the publisher, this book holds a special place in the history of Edgar Allan Poe's works. It represents an era when his writings began to receive wider recognition and appreciation. Owning this edition allows readers to connect with the past, immersing themselves in the literary landscape of the early 20th century. It serves as a testament to Poe's enduring popularity and influence on subsequent generations of writers.Content:The Complete Works of Edgar Allan Poe offers an extensive selection of his literary output. Readers can explore the haunting tales that Poe is renowned for, such as "The Tell-Tale Heart," "The Fall of the House of Usher," and "The Rue Morgue." Additionally, this edition includes his captivating poetry, including "The Raven," "Annabel Lee," and "The Bells." With a diverse range of genres and themes, Poe's writings continue to captivate readers with their dark atmospheres, psychological depth, and mesmerizing language.The overall condition of this book is very good for an edition that is nearing a century in age. It has some light shelf wear, but the covers remain in very beautiful condition. The pages have some light age toning, and there are some light reading use and age, but they have been very well-preserved. I have owned a few of these over the years, but this is certainly one of the nicest I have ever seen.This is a rare and invaluable gem for literature enthusiasts and collectors alike. Its amalgamation of Poe's haunting tales and captivating poems, combined with its stunning design, makes it a cherished addition to any library. This edition offers a glimpse into the profound literary legacy of Edgar Allan Poe, preserving his works for generations to come and allowing readers to immerse themselves in the enigmatic world of one of America's greatest writers.Edgar Allan Poe's poems and tales are highly regarded and have a significant impact on literature. His works are known for their dark and mysterious themes, psychological depth, and masterful storytelling. Some of his most famous poems include "The Raven," "Annabel Lee," and "The Bells." Notable tales by Poe include "The Tell-Tale Heart," "The Fall of the House of Usher," and "The Murders in the Rue Morgue." All of which are included in this extensive volume.Poe's writings have had a lasting influence on various genres, particularly Gothic fiction, horror, and detective fiction. His unique style and exploration of the human psyche continue to captivate readers and inspire writers to this day. Collectors and enthusiasts often seek out editions of his poems and tales, especially rare or limited editions such as this one, as well as first editions of his works.The overall condition of this book is very good despite being 96 years old. The covers and spine have average age, shelf wear, and handling use. The interior pages are naturally age-toned but in excellent condition for this year. For a book that will soon turn 100 years old, it's been very well-kept.Edgar Allan Poe born Edgar Poe January 19, 1809 October 7, 1849) was an American writer, poet, editor, and literary critic. Poe is best known for his poetry and short stories, particularly his mystery and macabre tales. He is widely regarded as a central figure of Romanticism in the United States and American literature. He was one of the country's earliest practitioners of the short story. He is generally considered the inventor of the detective fiction genre and is further credited with contributing to the emerging science fiction genre. He was the first well-known American writer to earn a living through writing alone, resulting in a financially difficult life and career.HERE IS A LIST OF EVERY WORK INCLUDED IN THIS BOOK (ALL NINE VOLUMES)POEMSVOLUME #1THE RAVENLENOREHYMN (SEE TALE, MORELLA, PAGE 335)A VALENTINETO HELENTO M. L. S.ULALUMETHE BELLS.AN ENIGMAANNABEL LEE TO MY MOTHER.THE HAUNTED PALACE (SEE TALE, THE FALL OF THE HOUSE OF USHER,PAGE 273).THE CONQUEROR WORM (SEE TALE, LIGEIA, PAGE 324)To F...S O...TO ONE IN PARADISE (SEE TALE, THE ASSIGNATION, PAGE 183)TO IANTHE IN HEAVEN (SAME AS ABOVE)THE VALLEY OF UNREST,THE CITY IN THE SEA,THE SLEEPER.SILENCE.A DREAM WITHIN A DREAMDREAMLANDTO ZANTE EULALIE ..ELDORADO ISRAFELFOR ANNIETO MARIE LOUISE (SHEW)BRIDAL BALLAD."POLITIAN"THE COLISEUM.SCENES.SONNET-TO SCIENCEAL AARAAFVOLUME I-POEMSContinuedTAMERLANE.TO THE RIVER-TOA DREAM.ROMANCEFAIRYLAND THE LAKESONG.TO HELENSPIRITS OF THE DEAD EVENING STAR.IMITATION"THE HAPPIEST DAY"HYMN. TRANSLATION FROM THE GREEK DREAMS."IN YOUTH, I HAVE KNOWN ONE"A PEAN (SAME AS LENORE)VOLUME IITALESTHE MURDERS IN THE RUE MORGUETHE MYSTERY OF MARIE ROGETTHE PURLOINED LETTERTHE OBLONG BOX."THOU ART THE MANTHE PIT AND THE PENDULUMVOLUME IlITALESTHE ASSIGNATIONTHE MASQUE OF THE RED DEATH KING PEST ...THE CASK OF AMONTILLADOTHE BLACK CAT. THE TELL-TALE HEARTTHE IMP OF THE PERVERSE WILLIAM WILSON.MYSTIFICATIONTHE MAN OF THE CROWDVON KEMPELEN AND HIS DISCOVERYTHE POWER OF WORDSTHE COLLOQUY OF MONOS AND UNAVOLUME III-TALES ContinuedTHE CONVERSATION OF EIROS AND CHARMIONSHADOW-A PARABLESILENCE-A FABLETHE FALL OF THE HOUSE OF USHER, THE DOMAIN OF ARNHEIM.LANDOR'S COTTAGE VOLUME IVTALESTHE ISLAND OF THE FAY.THE OVAL PORTRAITBERENICEELEONORALIGEIAMORELLAMETZENGERSTEINHOP-FROGTHE UNPARALLELED ADVENTURES OF ONE HANS PFAALLTHE BALLOON-HOAXMELLONTA TAUTAMESMERIC REVELATIONTHE CASE OF M. VALDEMARTHE PREMATURE BURIALTALESVOLUME VTHE NARRATIVE OF A. GORDON PYMVOLUME VITALESA DESCENT INTO THE MAELSTROMMS. FOUND IN A BOTTLE.THE SPHINX.A TALE OF THE RAGGED MOUNTAINSTHE SPECTACLESTHREE SUNDAYS IN A WEEKTHE SYSTEM OF DR. TARR AND PROF. FETHERTHE ANGEL OF THE ODDTHE DEVIL IN THE BELFRYVOLUME VI-TALES-ContinuedBON-BONTHE DUC DE L'OMELETTENEVER BET THE DEVIL YOUR HEADWHY THE LITTLE FRENCHMAN WEARS HIS HAND IN A SLINGVOLUME VIITALESTHE THOUSAND-AND-SECOND TALE OF SCHEHERAZADEA TALE OF JERUSALEM. FOUR BEASTS IN ONE.SOME WORDS WITH A MUMMY.LOSS OF BREATHTHE MAN THAT WAS USED UPTHE BUSINESSMANDIDDLINGLIONIZINGLITERARY LIFE OF THINGUMBOB ESQ.HOW TO WRITE A BLACKWOOD ARTICLEA PREDICAMENT X-ING A PARAGRABMORNING ON THE WISSAHICKONVOLUME VIIIESSAYSLETTER TO MR. THE POETIC PRINCIPLE.THE RATIONALE OF VERSETHE PHILOSOPHY OF COMPOSITIONEUREKAVOLUME IXESSAYSMAELZEL'S CHESS-PLAYERCRYPTOGRAPHY.PHILOSOPHY OF FURNITUREMAGAZINE WRITING PETER SNOOKSOME SECRETS OF THE MAGAZINE PRISON HOUSE, P.F. Collier, 1927, 3<