The book was packaged well and came with a personalised card. We are the largest seller of secondhand folio society books in the uk. It produces illustrated hardback editions of classic fiction and nonfiction books, poetry and childrens titles. Beautifully illustrated hardcover books folio society. The greek myths by robert graves, fahrenheit 451 by ray bradbury, the hobbit, or there and back again by j. Folio editions feature specially designed bindings and include artistcommissioned illustrations most often in fiction titles or researched artworks and photogr.
How the folio society designs incredibly beautiful book. Use the list below to locate a specific specialist bookseller or book store near you. Spine creases, wear to binding and pages from reading. Start with the basics, like a monogrammed portfolio to store all your devices and a few other daily essentials.
Selling secondhand folio society books ardis books. Presents for booklovers gift subscriptions slightly foxed. A plate doesnt affect the contents, or the feel of the book in the hand, or the look of the book on the shelf, so im very happy to own books like that. Beautiful books worth treasuring love books, love folio. A century of conflict 18481948 a j p taylor folio society 1998. Please check our book descriptions page for guidance. Money back guarantee ensures you receive the item you ordered or get your money back. Shelfies, again folio society devotees librarything.
You can submit cameraready artwork with all graphics and text included, sized to the fit the bookplate, or you can submit a logo or other artwork and have us set up the text of your choice. It values aesthetic beauty and visual storytelling like no other publisher in the country, and arguably the globe. The folio society produces beautifully crafted collectors editions of the worlds greatest books, each with unique illustrations or specially researched photographs throughout. Could someone post a few photos of this book or point me in the direction of a thread where some photos have already been posted. The folio society is a londonbased publisher that produces illustrated hardback editions of classic books. I like the quotes on the bookplates and i like the old fashioned look. Nonpersonalized bookplates in packets of 20 and larger quantities. Tim pears, a writer rooted in the landscape of devon, takes slightly foxed to the west country. The jubilee years, 18871897 by folio society and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Printed on high quality, acidfree, selfadhesive paper. Illustrator of many books for folio society, private presses etc. The folio society publishes the worlds greatest fiction and nonfiction in editions to. The cover is printed on buckram, which is feels good in your hand. But i dont write in ep books or put in book plates i do write in other books because the damn books are mine.
The folio society was founded in 1947 by charles ede, a book lover who, in the midst of postwar, rationweary britain, had a dream of creating a publishing company that could produce beautiful, yet affordable editions of the worlds greatest books. A bookplate also known as exlibris is a printed or decorative label pasted into a book, often on. You can never go wrong with a book especially when theyre as beautiful as those produced. Folio society books for sale in uk view 58 bargains. Using bookplates for books that are being kept is a family tradition.
From working at his local library and reading an author a week instead of taking his a levels to winning the hawthornden prize for his first novel, by way of spells as a farm labourer, nursing assistant and night porter, tim pears has written eleven novels, watched blacksmiths at work, walked the. The company is known for its exquisite, highend and priced to match hardback editions of classic fiction and nonfiction works everything. A big folio book with lots of illustrations that gives you a nice alternative history lesson. Each of the print runs included personalized title page inscriptions, i. Looking at the dune page, the book looks beautiful. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Writer and compiler of books and articles on woodengraving.
Jul 16, 2015 beautifully bound, lavishly illustrated books from. Were always looking to add to our stock, so if you have any volumes to sell then please do get in touch. If you have items for sale, please email us with details and your location. These gorgeously drawn bookplates all feature original designs from bomo art in. They publish illustrated editions of classics of fiction and non fiction. May contain limited notes, underlining or highlighting that does affect the text. Bookplates can be personalized with the text and font of your choice. Simple typographical bookplates are termed book labels.
In library stories we investigate the tales behind your book collections and book rooms, visiting the homes of folio members, collectors and enthusiasts from around the world. Published in series with charles van sandwyks bestselling how to see fairies, mr rabbits symphony of nature and other tails is a new folio society treasury of poems and stories, all beautifully illustrated and elaborately decorated. The folio society has been publishing premium illustrated editions of classic works since 1947, including many iconic science fiction and fantasy titles. We can call for large collections or high value books, or give guidance if they are to be posted. Well, theres this publisher that goes above and beyond when it comes to making desirable books.
Bookplate ink antioch bookplates ex libris for home. Moon garden personalized bookplates vintage book plates ex libris, mothers day art deco library labels oiseaux. For 70 years, the folio society has published beautifully crafted, specially illustrated editions of the worlds. New listing 1925 year book, american society of bookplate collectors and designers. The folio society is a ukbased publisher of hardbacks only and their books are beautiful. 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. A range of beautiful folio society books and sets for sale, including classics, history, science and so much more. Organize and protect your tech with stylish new envelopes, cases and more.
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. Buy eleanor of aquitaine book online at the folio society from the worlds most extensive selection of. A copy that has been read, but remains in clean condition. Learned woodengraving from clifford webb at saint martins school of art, london, 196064. Personalized book lovers bookplates set of 144 book labels, 112 by 4. Possible ex library copy, will have the markings and stickers associated from the library. See more ideas about book labels, free printables and printable labels. One of my concerns is that the description states there are 16 color plates. This article was published in association with the folio society. The monogrammed portfolio and other tech storage you need. I have bookplates from my parents from books they bought in the 1930s and 1940s.
Sam webers stunning artwork for the illustrated edition of dune. As always with folio, the book is perfect the type, the paper, the binding. The 100 greatest folio society books ever published. Bookplate ink has also printed designs with custom artwork for baby showers, weddings, corporate events and school birthday clubs. I am glad the books are inscribed by them and have the charming book plates. Beautiful book plates that are ideal for anyones personal library, had to buy two packs as my mum had to have them as well lol you get 55 book plates all are beautiful and well made, i had no problems sticking them in to the books as they are like high quality stickers, overall very very impressed, will be ordering a few more boxes. Pages can include limited notes and highlighting, and the copy can include previous owner inscriptions.
Rare and collectible books by william shakespeare include early folio editions. This folio society edition was first published in 2004. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. As you can see the corners stick out so some of the plates depending on the size if the pages. The folio society is a privately owned londonbased publisher, founded by charles ede in 1947 and incorporated in 1971. Bomo art bookplates scriptum fine stationery oxford. Reynolds stone, bookplate for alfred fairbank pen art, typography, lettering.
In the 20thcentury, specialty publishers like the folio society, the limited. Italian leather journals, photo albums, folio society books, sealing wax, dip pens. We print bookplates with custom artwork for a unique look. A book of mediterranean food elizabeth david folio society 2006. 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 a printed or decorative label pasted into a book, often on the front endpaper, to indicate ownership. Ex libris rediscovering bookplates the heritage portal. At myfolio, we create unique presentation portfolios that represent you a designer or brand, before a page is turned.
Please search by isbn instead of title if you want to add specific editions my edition does not have any isbn or numbers on nor in it. Having a real book in your hand feels different in a. This is my folio society shelf i have about 215 folio society books a very small collection but i love. Bookplates bear a motif relating to the books owner, such as a device coatof. Book gifts beautifully illustrated books folio society. Book stickers, personalized book plates the stationery. 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. Choose the perfect gift from the folio societys extensive collection of beautifully illustrated hardback collectors editions.
With 12 colour plates, 23 ink drawings, a map of neverland and a. I dont have any experience with the folio society books directly, but i do work for a book printing company. Each folio is made to order with personalisation options of your name or logo and designed to evolve and develop with your career as pages can be effortlessly refreshed and refilled handcrafted in our london based studio with uk sourced materials ensures your portfolio can. Peter pan in kensington gardens by barrie, folio society. However, most of our items can reach to buyers without any taxes. The last publication is a very attractive book written by dr.
Personalized book lovers bookplates set of 144 book labels, 1 12 by 4. Reasonably priced, starting at quantities of 50 for custom bookplates. Folio society books wanted we stock a large range of folio society books, a large portion of which is available at our online site. Simon brett has made over 100 bookplates, mostly as personalised commissions. Rare and collectible books by william shakespeare abebooks. It is a pity that artistically designed bookplates or ex libris as they are.
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