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Buy the complete molesworth by willans and searle, ronald searle isbn. Presented in a treasury box set that retains all the charm of beatrix potters originals, this is the perfect gift for any child. Book cover the folio society of jane eyre by charlotte bronte introduced by. They also have an archive function a bit tucked back in their website and harder to find. The book paper is divine in texture you can literally feel how expensive it is. Business is carrying on as usual at ardis books, in spite of coronavirus. Get 10% off90% off off with the folio society christmas discount codes or vouchers.
Six months after starting this project, and two months since the web page went live, the complete list of folio society books is now effectively finished. A history of england complete set of the 12volume folio society series volumes i xii. Along with folio society books we buy easton press and franklin library and a number of other similar publishers such as first edition library. How the folio society designs incredibly beautiful books. Most of these books are out of print and rare, so take advantage of. Vintage folio society books for sale, including classics, history and more.
While complete editions of francogallia were subsequently republished after. The compleet molesworth by geoffrey willans and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Founded in london in 1947, the folio society publishes carefully crafted editions of the worlds finest literature. The complete history of the bastable family 1928 is a posthumous. Geoffrey willans delightfully mangled words are matched by the exquisitely. Opening hours we are open for business via phone, email and web orders our doors are closed for browsing, call or email as we are here working. It features the last grain race by eric newby, 1999.
Beautifully crafted, imaginative editions of the worlds great works of fiction and nonfiction, folio society books offer a rich literary experience to readers of all ages. Diary 2011 by the folio society and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Minor indents to top edge of cover and a little corner wear only, else vg and unmarked. The 100 greatest folio society books ever published. Among these immigrants were the ancestors of the molesworth family, who lived in a place named molesworth in cambridgeshire or a place named mouldsworth in cheshire. Rare and collectable books including signed first editions and folio society editions. Limited editions aside, the most important thing about the folio society is what it brings in quality and enjoyment to the greatest number of people. The folio society, which publishes beautiful, hardbound editions of classic works of fiction and nonfiction, is best known as a mailorder, catalogdriven operation. We are the largest seller of secondhand folio society books in the uk.
Shop the latest titles by folio society at alibris uk including hardcovers, paperbacks, 1st editions, and audiobooks from thousands of sellers worldwide. Please check our book descriptions page for guidance. Mary louisa molesworth, nee stewart 29 may 1839 20 january 1921 was an english writer of childrens stories who wrote for children under the name of mrs molesworth. Molesworth, like me, first appeared in the 1950s, and we had all the books in the house when i was a child. Illustrated hardcover non fiction books folio society. Collection of folio society edition boxed books ebth. I thought they were childrens books, when i was a child, and now that i am an adult, think they are books for adults about. Used, the wessex novels thomas hardy folio society rare books cheaper than amazonfree oxfam bookshop new milton donated item.
It has been said that the booksellers choice award is the best one to win as it is a reflection of consumer awareness, from the people who buy and sell books, not just the view of the judges for any one year. Folio society the compleet molesworth geoffrey willans ronald searle. With an active marketplace of over 175 million items, use the alibris advanced search page to find any item you are looking for through the advanced search, you can find items by searching specific terms such as title, artist, song title, genre, etc or you can narrow your focus using our amazing set of criteria parameters. A history of england complete set of the 12volume folio society series volumes i xii eisenhower, john s. If you have items for sale, please email us with details and your location. Folio society sherlock holmes complete short stories francis. There are different genres for everyone, childrens books, gothic books, and more. Ive been out of this area of publishing for a while so id have to do as much research on this as anyone else but i have a few clues to offer.
Complete list of books produced by the folio society. The folio society is launching a new series of books called folio collectables. At its inception, the folio society operated as a membershipbased organisation. She wrote or collaborated on more than 60 books of childrens literature. It was the brainchild of booklover and collector, charles ede, whose desire to combine the typographical and artistic standards of the private presses with the latest industrial technology, resulted in some of the most beautiful and imaginative bindings ever seen. Oct 28, 2015 the folio society is launching a new series of books called folio collectables. A member of the royal society, molesworth was adept at reading the political. I agree with philip hensher a good 10 years younger than me who wrote the introduction to this anthology. Her first novels, for adult readers, lover and husband 1869 to cicely 1874, appeared under the pseudonym of ennis graham.
Looking at the dune page, the book looks beautiful. Whether your interests lie in the sciences, the arts, or both, youll be able to find the perfect book in the best hardcover bindings. Compleet molesworth by searle, ronald and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Folio great deals on books, used textbooks, comics and. The price is steep but totally worth it for a book loversucker for aesthetics.
Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Everyday low prices on a huge range of new releases and classic fiction. Because the folio society doesnt sell in bookshops, its important that the book cover is still translated clearly through a photograph, or something as simple as making sure there arent 12 grey books. It was the brainchild of booklover and collector, charles ede, whose desire to combine the typographical and artistic standards of the private presses with the latest industrial technology, resulted in some of the. Buy folio society diary 2012 by folio society isbn. The periodic table by primo levi the folio society. For many years it was virtually closed to the public, which is one reason for its mystique, but that is in the process of change. The folio society occupies a unique place in the book publishing market, and has done so since it was first founded in london in 1947. How the folio society designs incredibly beautiful books the folio society art directors raquel leis allion and sheri gee. There is reasonable information about every book, but it is always possible to add more and more information. A history of england complete set of the 12volume folio.
If you could illustrate any book, what would it b read more. Search results for folio society nonfiction entertainment ardis books. Beautifully illustrated hardcover books folio society. This collection includes seven different hardcover books in various colored box cases. The cover is printed on buckram, which is feels good in your hand. You are viewing all stock in the folio society category. Some of the slang is a bit confusing to figure out, but this one is worth it to read. The placename molesworth is derived from the old english word mulesword, which is composed of the. Since 2011, anyone has been able to purchase from the folio society list without committing to membership. What are some other deluxe book publishers similar to folio. Illustrated with woodcuts in text by peter reddick, ian stephens, harry brockway, howard phipps, george tate, peter forster and simon brett. The compleet molesworth by geoffrey willans and a great selection of related books. The folio society is a londonbased publisher that produces illustrated hardback editions of classic books.
The compleet molesworth by willians, geoffrey and searle, ronald and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles. We can call for large collections or high value books, or give guidance if they are to be posted. Folio society the complete molesworth by geoffrey williams. For further information, please click here or email us. Translated into english by raymond rosenthal and illustrated by mark smith, this is the folio society issue of primo levis collection of 21 stories, each with the title of a chemical element. Molesworth, mary louisa, 18391921 a wikipedia article about this author is available molesworth, mrs. I dont have any experience with the folio society books directly, but i do work for a book printing company. The compleet molesworth by ronald searle, first edition. Ardis, a sellerresellerbuyer of books, has a huge list of secondhand folio society books. By using this site you agree to the use of cookies. Folio society has been publishing beautifully crafted hardback editions of classic literature, both fiction and nonfiction, ever since. Receive instant savings from 214 valid the folio society voucher codes, promo codes in may 2020. Many folio society book covers use the traditional technique of blocking. For sale is this huge lot of folio society books all are brand new, several of them are still sealed.
Why would anyone care about the future value and why would anyone want to see folio society books become too expensive for the majority of people. Molesworth covers an area greater than stewart island, and is in every sense a working farm, home to one of the countrys largest cattle herds. I mentioned that i had begun reading and collecting fine press books because of my initial reading and collecting of folio society books, and she replied in a tone of awe,they are works of art. Hardcover with the original slipcase, first printing of this beautiful edition and a fine giftcollectors copy, book and slipcase are flawless, the text of this edition follows that of the penguin books edition, published in 2000 under the title of molesworth, with. The series will feature softbound covers and bold new designs of bestloved classics.
If you are looking for a specific book which we do not have in stock, then please get in touch and well let you know just as soon as it comes in. Every teacher dreads molesworth and for good reason. Back in 2014, when folio art director sheri gee was chairing a panel discussion at the society of illustrators in new york, she asked the panellists. We also buy a large range of modern first editions, including fiction, art, photography and antiquarian volumes. They would make a wonderful addition to any home library and look gorgeous on your shelf. Folio editions feature specially designed bindings and include artistcommissioned illustrations most often in fiction titles or researched artworks and photogr. Buy molesworth penguin modern classics by willans, geoffrey, searle, ronald, hensher, philip from amazons fiction books store.
Molesworth, mary louisa, 18391921 a wikipedia article about this author is available. Molesworth by geoffrey willans goodreads share book. As one of the premier rare book sites on the internet, alibris has thousands of rare books, first editions, and signed books available. The 100 greatest folio society books ever published the 100 greatest folio society books ever published list provides a wideranging selection of fiction and nonfiction works for the fs enthusiast.
We can send your books to you, or you can arrange contactless collection from us when you call us. All books professionally sourced and many come with provenance. Folio title new york city nineteen eightyfour nonfiction photography picture research poetry sam weber sciencefiction sci fi secondhand bookshops second world war society of illustrators. Martins fantasy masterpiece a song of ice and fire is illustrated by jonathan burton. Folio society books for sale in uk view 39 bargains. We currently have 391 books in this category in stock. Confessions of a justified sinner james hogg folio society 1978. A clash of kings arrives fresh from the battlefield. What are some other deluxe book publishers similar to. From history to philosophy, travel journals to cookery books, the folio society publishes only the best in nonfiction. On 1 september 2016, the company ended its membershipbased structure. This exclusive folio collection features 12 classic tales, including the tale of peter rabbit, the tale of jemima puddleduck and the tale of the flopsy bunnies.
Molesworth is currently considered a single author. Nov 02, 2000 buy molesworth penguin modern classics by willans, geoffrey, searle, ronald, hensher, philip from amazons fiction books store. For for much of its 66year history, the publisher only sold its titles through a membership and subscription program. Selling secondhand folio society books ardis books. The compleet molesworth by geoffrey williams, illustrated by ronald searle. She was also a political activist and cofounded the fabian society. Folio society launches series of collectables the bookseller. Posts about harry broad written by department of conservation.
If one or more works are by a distinct, homonymous authors, go ahead and split the author. How the uks folio society is changing with the times. Folio society from addyman books browse recent arrivals. Minor indents to top edge of cover and a little corner wear.
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