Heritage Press from Hopkins Books

Heritage Press edition, with slipcase box, published 1958. The oldest intact Castilan epic poem. Based on the true story of Rodrigo Diaz de Vivar, known as 'El Cid', the eleventh century knight and warlord. This is the English prose translation by Robert Sothey, Introduction by V.S. Pritchett. Illustrated by Rene ben Sussan, with 16 full page full color and 11… Read more about this item

Hardcover with slipcase box, published by The Heritage Press, 1953. Classic ancient poem in four parts, each part somewhat based on the agricultural season of the year. This is the first Heritage Press edition. This version of the poem was translated in English verse by John Dryden. Introduction by George Whicher, and illustrated by Bruno Bramanti. 7" X 10-3/4", sewn… Read more about this item

SIGNED Copy. Hardcover with dust jacket, a third edition copy, published by Hearthside Press, 1960. How to identify and use wild plants for food, medicine, and crafting. Includes chapters on useful trees, shrubs, lichens, flowers, herbs, and also a chapter on poisonous plants to avoid. 254 pages with Index and Bibliography, a section of black & white photos, and illustrations… Read more about this item

Hardcover with slipcase box, published by The Heritage Press, 1966. Originally published in 1894, this is the Heritage Press edition. Classic adventure tale of an English gentleman on holiday in Ruritania, who is persuaded to temporarily impersonate the King. 188 pages, 7" X 10, sewn binding. Brick-red cloth covered cover boards, with the title imprinted on the spine and a… Read more about this item

Hardcover with slipcase, published by The Heritage Press, 1944. A collection of Harte's short stories set in California during the 'Gold Rush'. Thirteen short stories, including; The Luck of Roaring Camp, Outcasts of Poker Flat, Poet of Sierra Flat, The Apostle of the Tules. 6-3/4" X 10-1/4", 224 pages. Illustrated by Fletcher Martin, Introduction by Oscar Lewis. Marbled design… Read more about this item

Hardcover with slipcase, published by The Heritage Press, 1956. Originally published in the Illustrated London News in 1892, and then included in the short story collection 'Island Nights' Entertainments'. The story of John Wiltshire, a sea faring trader of copra, who finds himself arranged to be married to Uma, a native of the South Pacific island of Falesa. Illustrated by… Read more about this item

Hardcover with slipcase, published by The Heritage Press, 1966. Originally published in 1821, this is the 1966 Heritage Press edition. Classic story of the secret marriage of Robert Dudley, First Earl of Leicester, and Amy Robsart, daughter of Sir Hugh Robsart. Only by keeping his marriage secret can Robert receive the Queen's favor and continue his rise to power. Illustrations… Read more about this item

Hardcover with slipcase, published by The Heritage Press, 1950. First published n 1856, this is the first Heritage Press edition. Classic. Madame Bovary, always searching for happiness, will it always remain out of her reach? 348 pages, 6-3/4" X 10-1/4", sewn binding. Includes the 'Sandglass' newsletter that provides further information on the book and on the printing. Translated by J.… Read more about this item

Hardcover with slipcase, published by Heritage Press, 1947. Originally published in 1824, this is the first Heritage Press edition. How Hajji Babba a barber, who travels from his hometown of Ispahan to Istanbul, having numerous adventures in the bazaars and the royal courts along the way. Includes the Preface by Sir Walter Scott, Introduction by E.G. Browne. Illustrated by Honore… Read more about this item

Hardcover with slipcase, published by Heritage Press, 1961. First published in 1841, this is the first Heritage Press edition from 1961. The classic story about Natty Bumppo, a young man who had grown up among the Delaware tribe of Northern New York. Here he has a variety of adventures as he tries to find his place in the world. 7"… Read more about this item