John lowell book bookplate

Halfleather, black pebbled cloth over red leather spine and corners with gilt spine titles, 17 by 24. First, choose from any of our exclusively crafted bookplate styles, shapes, and colors. Inspire a love of reading with prime book box for kids discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1. Aug 23, 2017 sometimes they want to know what bookplate to buy for someone. Georgina margaret amory lowell was a traveler and the wife of john lowell, jr. College libraryfrom the fund given by francis cabot lowell of books relating to joan of arc by pierre. Runaway jury 1st edition signed bookplate john grisham on.

N a few years bookplate literature will have a place in the catalogues of the libraries, as it now has in those of the dealers in books. Product description this drawing of a warm but tidy bookshelf was part of a set of designs acquired by antioch bookplate company from the etchcraft company. Pride and prejudice by jane austen everymans library, the complete pelican shakespeare penguin classic, poems by john keats everymans library. A nice copy with only the most minor wear to wrappers. Lincoln library of valentine bjorkman by john wolcott adams. The book contains poems from several of robert lowells collections of poetry from 1956 to 1973. Bookplate specs this design is 4 inches high and 3 inches wide. Madison for declaring an offensive and ruinous war against greatbritain. Morison, about this time winter of 177677, to fit his character as an officer and gentleman and possible virginia planter, paul jones ordered to be painted for himself an achievement of arms, and had an heraldic seal cut. His name is occasionally entered in reveres day book as a purchaser of silver. Rubber stamps are sometimes used to stamp a book directly this is just a matter of taste. The project gutenberg ebook of american bookplates, by. Each book contains a bookplate and all the bookplates include a record of the price paid for the book. Full text of american bookplates, a guide to their study.

Bookplate ink antioch bookplates ex libris for home. Lowell, the son of francis cabot lowell, was a philanthropist and the founder of the lowell institute. Bookplates, also known as exlibris, have since the 15th century been placed in books to declare ownership. Together with some suggestions as to a peaceable and constitutional mode of. The revised edition adds 120 pages to the original material from 1953.

Some worming to upper cover with small loss at top foreedge corner, a few small chips to spine, inoffensive 19thcentury shelf labels to title page, else a very good, untrimmed copy in the original binding. In either event, an author signed bookplate increases the value of a book. There is a little more explanation about what a bookplate is what they are for, why people use them, how to select a bookplate, to personalize or not and what to do with a bookplate if you get one so thats what im hoping to do here. William shakespeare, john dryden english poet and playwright, e. More sport sport sport by john lowell pratt 1962 hcdj.

You can use also use rubber stamps to print off a design. A signed bookplate laid in is as if the book is signed. The project gutenberg ebook of american book plates, by. The award is traditionally handed out at graduation ceremonies. Lewis stark began collecting bookplates as an undergraduate at unh in the late. Additionally, if you have the opportunity to have the author handsign the book, you can remove the bookplate and place it into another book. Bookplate experts presume that the name given to this style resulted from the ornate and flowering spirit that thomas chippendale introduced into woodcarving and upholstery of this period. Her diary begins 24 may 1825 and describes a journey from boston to various north shore towns and western towns. Many artists, some famous such as william hogarth, aubrey beardsley and john piper, have designed bookplates, and many significant people e. Full text of american book plates, a guide to their study. From the library of vintage books custom bookplate. Step 1 choose a book from an eaton librarian curate list step 2 fill out our birthday book form so that we can ensure we know who donated the book. Binding is fine, interior is near fine with some ink spots on the fore edge of. While in boston, he engraved john franklins bookplate, maps for james alexanders bill in the chancery of newjersey.

An american poet who challenges the reader to be intelligent as himself. The american fighter aces album, 1978 1st edition another similar book that belonged to the famous signature collector john shaw. Massachusetts historical society bookplate collection, 1685. Text in russian inscribed by the translator to the poet robert lowell. Upon request, we can also print extra lines in the space above the book. The project gutenberg ebook of american book plates, by charles dexter allen this ebook is for the use of anyone anywhere at no cost and with almost no restrictions whatsoever. If you later get the book signed by the author, you can then use the signed bookplate in a different book. An inventory for the personal bookplate collection, including location, dates, and notes, is available as an excel sheet a.

Picture book about john newbery post navigation september 12 its read a new book month. Books by language additional collections indic manuscripts. For example, if i have a very valuable book, or a modern first edition that is in pristine condition, i usually lay the plate inside the front. Posts about bookplate craft written by kath carroll. His greatgrandfather, john lowell, was among the first judges for the newly created federal courts, appointed by presidents george washington and john adams. Otherwise you risk damaging the book, and that, of course devalues it. Among modern artists of note who have designed book plates, mention may be made of sir frederick leighton, sir john millais, aubrey beardsley, edwin a. Such labels not only signify ownership of a prized volume, but are intended as deterrents to theft and safeguards against loss. The second portion of the book contains images and brief, sometimes shallow, descriptions of the plate, the owner, or the artist. Currier ives chronicles of america, first edition abebooks. Livingston, of the family for whom maverick made several plates. Garrett american illustrator and bookplatemaker king arthur, geoffrey chaucer middle age.

Remember, bookplates are a unique gift for your favorite teachers, friends and relatives. Founded in 1972, the bookplate society is the direct descendant of the worlds first such organisation, the ex libris society, 18911908, and its creation and successor, the bookplate exchange club. The front pastedown bears the bookplate of the british zoologist harold hulme. Augustus lowell january 15, 1830 1900 was a businessman and philanthropist from massachusetts. A member of the brahmin lowell family, he was born in boston to john amory lowell and his second wife elizabeth cabot putnam. Massachusetts historical society bookplate collection. Little free library rubber stamp selfinking, free library bookplate, book exchange, read love return book stamper for lfl, book club glitterpuff.

Make them even more meaningful with personalized bookplates, inscriptions pasted inside a book to identify its owner. We also offer a postage service for an added cost if you prefer. Lewis stark began collecting bookplates as an undergraduate at unh in the late 1920s. This bookplate, design t7, is one of two popular religious designs created by artist owen wise for the antioch bookplate company in the late 1950s. With motto deo dirigente cresendum est above the coatofarms and below occasionem cognosce recognize opportunity. So in 2012 we celebrated the societys 40th anniversary. Lewis stark bookplate collection, 18021959 library. A bookplateor, ex librisis a bookowners identification label that is usually pasted to the inside front cover of a book. The second engraved plate made for isaiah thomas was probably engraved by revere. An autobiography by lowell thoma, best known as a newscaster but to millions of americans he is equally famous as a foreign correspondent, lecturer, biographer, explorer, and business executive. This custom bookplate has room for your name and art of vintage books and an old feather writing quill in antique etched art on a faux parchment background, the top reads from the library of in old english gothic letters. We also provide bookplates for memorial or honorary book donations, for hymnals and prayer books in churches, synagogues, mosques, and retreat facilities, and for libraries of all sizes.

This printable bookplate, with a thick blue book illustration, is used to identify the owner of a book. Buy the bigelow papers by james russell lowell online at alibris. Bookplates, sometimes called ex libris, have a long and interesting history. The following names have a bookplate in the personal bookplate collection. Samuel pepys and rudyard kipling have used them, but a personal bookplate has been available to anyone owning a library and wishing to place in. Author signed bookplates for sale selfadhesive bookplates. Antioch bookplates ex libris for home, schools and libraries. John lowell bookplate the chippendale style succeeded the jacobean. His library went to the huntington library in southern california, so it is remarkable to find his bookplate in a book given to him. Right now bookstores everywhere are filled with books waiting for you to take them home, open the cover, and start reading. The book includes passages by presidents eliot, lowell, and conant, and narratives of the presidencies of nathan pusey and derek bok.

Oct 22, 2007 posted on october 22, 2007 by cheryl rainfield if you love books, or want to give a gift to a book lover, an attractive book plate can come in handy. Hand signed letter from the translator to robert lowell translating the authors bio in the book and laid in. A bookplate or book plate, as it was commonly styled until the early 20th century, also known as exlibris latin for from the books or library, is usually a small printed or decorative label pasted into a book, often on the front endpaper, to indicate ownership. Bookplate of harvard university library, lowell memorial library of. Or one that has meaning to you, because of the author, illustrator, or character mentioned or shown in the bookplate. The project gutenberg ebook of american bookplates, by charles.

Personal bookplate collection name list the following names have a bookplate in the personal bookplate collection. A special birthday bookplate will be put in the book you donate in honor of your child. Arthur john jewers, bookplate, helen patricia patsy wilson bookplate collection, vince malum bono. These four volumes are still highly regarded, and looked. The bigelow papers by james russell lowell alibris. But the bookplate awakens these memories as readily, and one sees the. Wiechel bookplate collection special collections and. John byrne warrens a guide to the study of bookplates, london, 1880, was the first major work in the english language for the collector or connoisseur. The harvard book award or harvard prize book is an award given out by the alumni of harvard university to the topperforming students in 11th12th grade reading classes in nearly 2,000 selected high schools from around the world. Vintage seven wonders of the world lowell thomas book club 1956 hcdj 1st ed vg. Book in good to fair condition, it has a good clean text so it is easy to read, with natural wear with age. College libraryfrom the fund given by francis cabot lowell of.

John allan, the old book lover of new york, used a plate with an open book against an anchor. A wonderful way to honor your childs birthday is to donate a book to our school library in his or her name. The mhs bookplate collection contains early american designs by nathaniel hurd and joseph callender, but the bulk of this collection dates from the turn of the 19th century and includes such notable bookplate designers as edwin davis french, stanley harrod, sidney lawton smith, and j. A label bearing the owners name or other identification that is pasted usually on the inside cover of a book. More information about this seller contact this seller 7. Initially a tool to identify the owner of a book and to prevent theft or ensure safe return of valuable property, bookplates evolved from mere identification into tiny works of art and reflections of the owners personality and aspirations. Probably the most common method of showing book ownership is for the owner to simply write hisher name on the inside. Ballarat college crest geography first prize third form awarded to kate whittle christmas date obliterated.

British bookplate historian and collector brian north lee, and then me, and sports both of. Details about more sport sport sport by john lowell pratt 1962 hcdj first printing. The project gutenberg ebook of bookplates of today, edited by. Good evening everybody also tells of the pioneer days of radio journalism and shares with the reader the people, places, and adventures of nearly half. The graphic art of the bookplate text onlyimages to be. Book, under date of september 27, 1764, there is a charge against epes sargent, jun. My rating is based in my love of all things book, and the wonderful visual catalog of bookplates that make up the majority of the book. Dec 21, 2016 by the way, these would also work fabulously as printable bookplates for donated books if you plan to donate some new or used books to your local library this year. Well design, print and deliver professional bookplate labels with your personal touchsure to impress. Massachusetts historical society bookplate collection, 1685ca. Peel off each label and attach to the inside front cover of the book. Sep 30, 2003 this section also gives an overview timeline of bookplate art and collecting.

Shows john balabans chinese chop stamp on front free end page. The rear pastedown bears james goodes anteater bookplate by richard wagener. Conrad, twain, hawthorn, poe, kipling, fiske, lowell, isaac walton. Page 26 holbein, lucas cranach the younger, piranesi, bartolozzi, hogarth and bewick, among the old engravers, did not think the designing of book plates beneath their dignity.

Among my books, my study windows, fireside travels volume iii by james russell lowell. Featured movies all video latest this just in prelinger archives democracy now. Custom bookplate labels are the perfect compliment to organize a library. You can customize this sticker to change fonts or background colors, even save your design for later. Please feel free to email or ring us if youd like any of these books kept aside for you. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options.

I know many people love to add a little bookplate to donated books, and this one allows you the space to jot down why you love your library and choose to donate to it. The bookplate 23 hrs for all the romantic souls out there, weve put some valentineapropos pieces in one of our windows, including classic romance novels, handmade vases and tea sets for two, and a corny pun for that special bookworm in your life. These made their appearance from 1745 through 1790. Growing in popularity, author signed bookplates are laidin loosely included in the book. Print your bookplate labels on avery white removable i. Then write your own words in place of the examples you see pictured. Bookplate definition of bookplate by the free dictionary. I have the reading bug bookmark i have the reading bug bookplate. You can make a bookplate at home on a computer and simply print it off. An inventory for the personal bookplate collection, including location, dates, and notes, is available as an excel sheet. Charles dexter allens american book plates, first published in new york and london in 1894, was the first major work on the subject. Websites and some craft stores sell ready made stamps which you can use to make a bookplate when you need one.

All books come with an official harvard bookplate to record the names of the donors and award recipient, plus a commemorative. History of the city of grand rapids michigan with an appendix history of lowell, michigan. See more ideas about bunny art, illustration and rabbit. If so, heres a bookplate and bookmark for you to print to show your love of books. A history of early british, european and american bookplates, with special sections on prominent engravers, ladies bookplates, and personal particulars on bookplates. It will be custom printed with the name or text of your choice on nonglossy, selfadhesive paper with a peeloff backing. Francis cabot lowell account book, 18691872 georgina margaret amory lowell volumes. About the lewis stark bookplate collection the collection contains more than 4,000 bookplates most dating from the late 1800s and early 1900s, 150 books, pamphlets and periodicals relating to bookplates, lewis starks thesis, and a small amount of correspondence between mr. Full text of american bookplates, a guide to their study with examples. Labels, your bookplates will stick, stay and remove cleanly without leaving any residue.