Jon arnason collected (3 risultati)

Leather. Condizione: Good. First edition. The very scarce first UK edition of this Icelandic folktale collection from Jon Arnason, adorned with engraved plates and vignettes. The first UK edition of the first series. Very scarce.Compiled by Jon Arnason, an author, librarian and museum director, affectionately named in this volume's preface as "The Grimm of Iceland".Bound in half crushed morocco, with cloth boards. Contents have been bound before the preface - the pagination reflects this.With a striking engraved title, fifteen plates and numerous in-text illustrations. Collated, complete.Credited as being the first collection of Icelandic folktales, this work was compiled by Arnason together with schoolmaster and acquaintance Magnus Grimsson, inspired by Grimm's Fairy Tales. It made its first appearance in 1852 (under Íslenzk Æfintýri) but attracted little notice. After Grimsson died in 1860, Jón Arnason finished the collection on his own and it was then published in two volumes in 1862 and 1864 in Leipzig with the help of German legal historian and scholar of Icelandic literature, Konrad Maurer.This edition also translated by Welsh antiquary and collector, George E. J. Powell. Bound in half crushed morocco, with cloth boards.Externally, with rubbing to the extremities, most notably to the spine and corners. Internally, front free endpapers loosening slightly and plate facing p. 38 detached but present. Pages are generally bright, with occasional spots and handling marks. Good. Not Stated (illustratore). book. …

Leather Bound. Condizione: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1864. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 308, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 308 308.…

Leather Bound. Condizione: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1866. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 830, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 830 830.…