Book Covers Collection

Front Cover of White Fang by Jack London, 1923 (litho)
1730933 Front Cover of White Fang by Jack London, 1923 (litho) by French School, (20th century); (add.info.: Cover of a french edition of book Croc-Blanc by Jack London, Paris, 1923)

Rene and Maria, reading method, 1931 (print)
8713933 Rene and Maria, reading method, 1931 (print); 20x15 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: in "Rene and Maria -- Direct Method of Reading, Language, Vocabulary, Vocabulary, Spelling)

New practical method of reading, c.1930 (print)
8713925 New practical method of reading, c.1930 (print); 20,5x13,5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: in "New practical reading method by J. Stal)

Legru Seguin Reading Method, 1931 (print)
8713884 Legru Seguin Reading Method, 1931 (print); 18,5x13 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: in "Reading method. Reading and Writing. J. Legru and K. Seguin, Primary Education Inspector)

Reading - Beaudelot Method, c.1930 (print)
8713863 Reading - Beaudelot Method, c.1930 (print); 21 x 18 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: in "Reading - J. Beaudelot Method)

Style exercise on "Tell me who you are dating and I will tell you who you are", 1888 (handwritten)
8713119 Style exercise on "Tell me who you are dating and I will tell you who you are", 1888 (handwritten); 22 x 17 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Count of Monte Christo, ca 1850-60 (illustration)
7422840 The Count of Monte Christo, ca 1850-60 (illustration); (add.info.: Literature. The Count of Monte Christo, novel by Alexandre Dumas (1844)

History of animals, by Buffon, 19th century (print)
8723988 History of animals, by Buffon, 19th century (print); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cover of Buffon's book "History of animals, their description, their abilities)

Title page of Le Bagne, by Albert Londres, 1923 (print)
8723987 Title page of Le Bagne, by Albert Londres, 1923 (print); Private Collection; (add.info.: Title page of the book by Albert Londres (1884-1932) "Le Bagne"

Attractive reading -- Methode Jeanne, 1931 (print)
8713857 Attractive reading -- Methode Jeanne, 1931 (print); 21 x 16,5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: in "Attractive reading -- Methode Jeanne. New reading method for use in schools by W)

Cover of "Toy Alphabet. Picture book for small children", c1880 (illustration)
8713472 Cover of "Toy Alphabet. Picture book for small children", c1880 (illustration); 27,5 x 17,5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: in "Toy alphabet)

Farewell to the Exhibition - Air with variations for the piano-forte, 1851 (lithograph on paper)
8836219 Farewell to the Exhibition - Air with variations for the piano-forte, 1851 (lithograph on paper) by Coventry, James Wallace (1819-1894) ; 38 x 28 cm; Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, Telford

Express Galop, c1850 (chromolithograph on paper)
8836229 Express Galop, c1850 (chromolithograph on paper) by Brandard, John (1812-63); 34 x 26 cm; Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, Telford, Shropshire

On the Railway, c1870 (chromolithograph on paper)
8836228 On the Railway, c1870 (chromolithograph on paper) by Stannard, William Thomas (1815-1895) ; 35 x 26 cm; Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, Telford, Shropshire

Quadrilles for the Piano Forte, c1840 (lithograph on paper)
8836224 Quadrilles for the Piano Forte, c1840 (lithograph on paper) by Cheffins, Charles Frederick (1807-1861) ; 34 x 25 cm; Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, Telford, Shropshire

Scotch Express Quadrille, c1870 (hand tinted lithograph on paper)
8836217 Scotch Express Quadrille, c1870 (hand tinted lithograph on paper) by Emery, George (b.1821); 36 x 26 cm; Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, Telford, Shropshire

Teaching reading, 1932 (print)
8713839 Teaching reading, 1932 (print); 19,5 x 14 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: in "Teaching reading by a faculty meeting. Librairie Generale, Paris; A. Mame, Tours; J. de Gigord, Paris)

Teaching reading, 1932 (print)
8713834 Teaching reading, 1932 (print); 19,5 x 14 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: in "Teaching reading by a faculty meeting. Librairie Generale, Paris; A. Mame, Tours; J. de Gigord, Paris)

Laughing - Reading without tears. Jolly method, 1930 (print)
8713825 Laughing - Reading without tears. Jolly method, 1930 (print); 23x15,5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: in "Laughing - Reading without tears by R. Jolly)

Methodical collection of writing principles by Pierre Meyrat, c.1900 (printing)
8713763 Methodical collection of writing principles by Pierre Meyrat, c.1900 (printing); 16,5 x 22 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Elements and short lowercase letters. Cover, c.1867-1889 (print)
8714011 Elements and short lowercase letters. Cover, c.1867-1889 (print); 22x17 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: in "Rollin method. Writing made easy by L)

Vertical lowercase letters. Cover, c.1890 (print)
8713982 Vertical lowercase letters. Cover, c.1890 (print); 22x17 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: in "Straight writing method in seven notebooks by C)

Illustrated syllabary for reading, 1932 (print)
8713949 Illustrated syllabary for reading, 1932 (print); 21x17 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: in "Illustrated syllabary of the rapid method of Reading and Language)

New practical method of reading, c.1930 (print)
8713922 New practical method of reading, c.1930 (print); 20,5x13,5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: in "New practical reading method by J. Stal)

Reading in six months, c.1930 (print)
8713881 Reading in six months, c.1930 (print); 22,5x17,5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: in "Read in six months. The unique book of the preparatory course by L. Hutinet, Primary Inspector)

Cover of the War Alphabet for Adults and Children, 1918 (illustration)
8713448 Cover of the War Alphabet for Adults and Children, 1918 (illustration) by Allard L'Olivier, Fernand (1883-1933); 29,5 x 23 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: in "War Alphabet)

School notebook cover, 1918 (print)
8713135 School notebook cover, 1918 (print); 22,5 x 17 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Mathilde Dutranoy's notebook, written from May to July 1918)

Notre-Dame de la Garde, copy of a text, 1874-75 (manuscript)
8713131 Notre-Dame de la Garde, copy of a text, 1874-75 (manuscript); 29,5 x 19,5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Leonie Jarry Desloges notebook)

"A holy life prepares for a peaceful death", 1874-75 (manuscript)
8713129 "A holy life prepares for a peaceful death", 1874-75 (manuscript); 29,5 x 19,5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Leonie Jarry Desloges notebook)

Cover of a school notebook, 1874-75 (handwritten)
8713125 Cover of a school notebook, 1874-75 (handwritten); 29,5 x 19,5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Leonie Jarry Desloges notebook)

Writing method by N. A. Nezondet, c1880-90 (printing)
8713009 Writing method by N. A. Nezondet, c1880-90 (printing); 22 x 17 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: in "Writing method by N. A. Nezondet, Primary Inspector)

Treasure Island, old book, c.1900-1920 (photo)
8615300 Treasure Island, old book, c.1900-1920 (photo); (add.info.: Cover of an early Cassell and Company edition (early 20th century)

Writing method by Dubus and Lemaire, c.1880-1900 (printing)
8712997 Writing method by Dubus and Lemaire, c.1880-1900 (printing); 22 x 17 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: in "Writing method in relation to the teaching of reading by F)

Writing method by Dubus and Lemaire, c.1880-1900 (printing)
8712993 Writing method by Dubus and Lemaire, c.1880-1900 (printing); 22 x 17 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: in "Writing method in relation to the teaching of reading by F)

Rational writing by Signoret, c1900 (print)
8712943 Rational writing by Signoret, c1900 (print); 22,5 x 17,5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: in "Rational writing. Straight writing method in 10 notebooks by J)

The Raven, 1875 (book cover)
8698268 The Raven, 1875 (book cover) by Manet, Edouard (1832-83); Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute, Williamstown, Massachusetts

Thousand Character Classic, 1599 (ink on paper)
8724826 Thousand Character Classic, 1599 (ink on paper) by Zhan Jingfeng (fl.1599); Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: By Zhan Jingfeng).

"Do not suffer any uncleanliness on yourself, on your clothes, or in your home", 1918 (handwritten)
8713143 "Do not suffer any uncleanliness on yourself, on your clothes, or in your home", 1918 (handwritten); 22,5 x 17 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Mathilde Dutranoy's notebook)

"If you love life, respect it everywhere in the animal and in the plant", 1918 (handwritten)
8713137 "If you love life, respect it everywhere in the animal and in the plant", 1918 (handwritten); 22,5 x 17 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Mathilde Dutranoy's notebook)

"Humility is the mother and guardian of all virtues", 1874-75 (manuscript)
8713133 "Humility is the mother and guardian of all virtues", 1874-75 (manuscript); 29,5 x 19,5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Leonie Jarry Desloges notebook)

"The benevolent man hears the groans of the poor", 1874-75 (manuscript)
8713130 "The benevolent man hears the groans of the poor", 1874-75 (manuscript); 29,5 x 19,5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Leonie Jarry Desloges notebook)

Civic education: the voters, the electoral list. Moral: The Franchise, 1902 (handwritten)
8713122 Civic education: the voters, the electoral list. Moral: The Franchise, 1902 (handwritten); 22,5 x 17,5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Pierre Vallee student's homework book)

Cover of a school notebook, 1927 (handwritten)
8713113 Cover of a school notebook, 1927 (handwritten); 22,5 x 17,5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Homework book by Antoinette Biron, aged 11 ½, in the second middle class)

Theoretical and practical writing method by C. Laurent, c1900 (print)
8713006 Theoretical and practical writing method by C. Laurent, c1900 (print); 21 x 17 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: in "Theoretical and practical writing method for use in Normal Schools)

Air combat during the great war, 1919 (print)
7422829 Air combat during the great war, 1919 (print); (add.info.: History. Ist World War. Air combat during the great war)

Front cover of 'Narkiss' 1908 by Jean Lorrain
UIG5635026 Front cover of 'Narkiss' 1908 by Jean Lorrain; (add.info.: Front cover of 'Narkiss' 1908 by Jean Lorrain (1855-1906), born Paul Alexandre Martin Duval

Cover, notebook, c.1900-20 (print)
8714061 Cover, notebook, c.1900-20 (print) by Lyon, Leopold (active c.1870); 22 x 17 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: in "New writing method in 11 notebooks engraved by Leopold Lyon)

Writing book, Cover, 19th century (print)
8714029 Writing book, Cover, 19th century (print); 22x17 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: in "New theoretical and practical writing course for the use of six religious establishments named)

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"Journey through Time: A Glimpse into the Artistry of Book Covers" Step back in time and explore the enchanting world of book covers. From the front cover of Jack London's White Fang, lithographed in 1923, to Little Tom Thumb's print edition from 1938, these captivating designs transport us to bygone eras. Immerse yourself in history as you gaze upon The Booty Cat's vibrant print cover from 1938 or witness the devastation caused by the Lucknow Massacre with a digitally restored reproduction of Panorama of Lucknow. These covers not only tell stories but also serve as windows into significant events like the Indian Uprising of 1857. Marvel at iconic landmarks captured on book covers such as The Taj Mahal in Agra or Benares' sacred bathing place for Hindus. Digitally restored reproductions allow us to appreciate their historic beauty while transporting our imagination to India during its rich past. Experience bustling scenes like Harbour with many people at Hoogly near Calcutta, where a river teems with life and activity. Moonshi Bagh takes us on a visual journey through Kashmir's serene landscapes, inviting readers to lose themselves amidst nature's splendor. Delve into literary classics adorned with exquisite engravings like Jules Verne's Ile Mysterieuse or Honore de Balzac's portrait that captures his essence beautifully. Camille Flammarion’s Les Terres du ciel entices readers with an intricately designed print cover while Emile Zola’s Therese Raquin showcases stunning illustrations within its New Collection Illustree edition and can more than mere protectors; they are gateways to worlds both real and imagined. They ignite curiosity, evoke emotions, and preserve moments frozen in time. As we admire these remarkable creations spanning decades and continents, let us celebrate the artistry that breathes life into the written word.