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. How the folio society designs incredibly beautiful book. Folio books are great collectors items and hold their value well so well give you an ace offer for any that you dont bother with anymore. Folio society books can be treasured possessions, but they do also hold intrinsic value, and here at webuybooks, we appreciate the quality and rarity of books of this nature. Folio society buying and selling on the internet, always. If you have items that you wish to sell, please email us with details of the items for sale and your location. Aug 22, 20 i couldnt resist and have now joined the society, ordering tomb of tutankhamun and pompeii life of a roman town with 20% off, and seeds of change too. If your folio society books are in good condition, then you can bet your right arm that well want them.
If you are looking for a specific book which we do not have in stock, then please get in touch and well let you know just as soon as it comes in. We also purchase from public and private libraries, and will evaluate or purchase house clearances in the area. Our buyers use their best judgement in selecting books and cannot always accept every book. Folio society books all those who appreciate beautiful books should give. Huxley, i suspect the folio society s le of youngs night thoughts will appreciate in value at least it seems to be selling for more than the cost of a new one when it comes on the book market, but im not sure why.
Sell folio books we are the specialist book buyers. May 29, 2015 7 insanely awesome folio society books. Selling folio society books ardis books folio society. Printed page bookshop is a coop of more than 10 booksellers, and were always interested in. I strolled through the lists of books they offer and theyre pretty expensive but thats because theyre so beautifully presented. The folio society is a privately owned londonbased publisher, founded by charles ede in 1947 and incorporated in 1971. Folio society books for sale in uk view 34 bargains. Royal mail is still collecting from the premises every day with their usual excellent service. Complete list of books produced by the folio society. It was a copy of bertrand russells history of western philosophy. You are viewing all stock in the folio society category. This organisation is half publisher, half book club as it has members and was founded in 1947 on the principle that books should be beautiful to the eye as well as captivating to the mind. It was the brainchild of book lover and collector, charles ede, whose desire to combine the typographical and artistic standards of the private presses with the latest industrial technology, resulted in some of the most beautiful and imaginative bindings ever seen. A month in the country j l carr folio society 1999.
As a purely online business we are able to continue to trade safely. Over 30 revolutionary super heroes await you, including spiderman. It is a magnificent book, and a fairly small limitationat least by fs standardsbut there is no signature, it wasnt produced. Shop the folio society books and collectibles abebooks. Over 30 revolutionary super heroes await you, including spiderman, the avengers and doctor strange. Earlier this fall, it began offering another fanfavorite edition. Drawing on diaries, letters, journals, eyewitness accounts, newspaper reports, speeches and sermons indeed. Since these books dont have a barcode or isbn number on the back just browse our folio book catalogue and look out for the the title of the book.
We currently have 438 books in this category in stock. Founded in london in 1947, the folio society publishes carefully crafted editions of the worlds finest literature. The folio society has produced fancy versions of some of the worlds greatest literature for years, well, since 1947 to be exact. Six months after starting this project, and two months since the web page went live, the complete list of folio society books is now effectively finished. Beautifully illustrated hardcover books folio society. Devoted to beautiful books standing like an island amid the sea of cheap mass produced paperbacks and formulaic new releases, is the folio society. Stores rockville warehouse store second story books. Great savings free delivery collection on many items. A man of singular virtue sir thomas more folio society 1980. The silver age 19601970 marks the second chapter in the folio societys collaboration with marvel comics. This advert is located in and around chorley, lancashire. The first book i ever purchased direct from the folio society had a detached page page ripped diagonally straight across about 23 the way through the volume. Folio books where to sell in lots folio society devotees.
We buy secondhand books published by the folio society, easton press and franklin library. Shop more collections related to the folio society. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. Emily at fs was great, and had a replacement shipped free of charge. Beautifully crafted, imaginative editions of the worlds great works of fiction and nonfiction, folio society books offer a rich literary experience to readers of all ages. An artist on creating the retro art for a new edition of. Book collectors and fantasy fans alike are going to delight in these volumes i know i will. We can call for large collections or high value books, or give guidance if they are to be posted. Id seen copies of carters book in the british museum bookshop and some photos posted on a folio society group on librarything and am hoping its as stunning when i receive it as i remember. Please send a list of titles and their condition, along with your location, and we will send a quote if we are interested, or a polite refusal if not. Buy products related to books by folio society products and see what customers say about books by folio society products on free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Ardis, a sellerresellerbuyer of books, has a huge list of secondhand folio society books.
Join us for a twoday event full of books, authors, and an all around good time. Whilst we dont buy all titles, there are certainly some titles from each of the publishers and others that we like to have on our shelves. Over the years, the folio society has produced a number of bibliographies, starting with the slim volume folio 21 in 1968, celebrating 21 years of the organisation, and culminating with folio 60 in 2007, which is a comprehensive history of folio society publications, with details of everything which they have published, and endeavouring to. It produces illustrated hardback editions of classic fiction and nonfiction books, poetry and childrens titles.
Buy folio society and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay. The folio society book of the 100 greatest paintings. They also have an archive function a bit tucked back in their website and harder to find. Discover the military campaigns of napoleon, the secrets of espionage at bletchley park and the personal stories from the western front with the folio societys wide and fascinating collection of military history books. 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. The store is located at 12160 parklawn drive in rockville, maryland, a 1015 minute walk from metros red line twinbrook station east exit. Bound by smith settle in full goatskin leather, with leather onlays, over bevelled boards, blocked with a design by david eccles, with handmade laidpaper endleaves from the fabriano mill. Unfollow folio society books to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Surprisingly, when i looked more carefully at the entire folio society inventory for island books on, it was a barbell phenomenon. Along with folio society books we buy easton press and franklin library and a number of other similar publishers such as first edition library. We give open quotes and can show how the quote breaks down by book and even the profit we expect to make if you wish. Advice on buying a set of folio society books on ebay. Many folio society book covers use the traditional technique of blocking.
This organization is half publisher, half book club as it has members and was founded in 1947 on the principle that books should be beautiful to the eye as well as captivating. You can check all peter pan titled folio society publications here. The wind in the willows the folio society edition grahame kenneth on. The folio societys splendid new editions are masterpieces of the bookmakers art lavishly illustrated by jonathan burton. Say goodbye to your folio books and hello to a nice chunk of cash. Folio society editions 308 books goodreads share book.
A magnificent folio society edition of a worldwide phenomenon the heroine of philip pullmans his dark materials trilogy is 12yearold lyra belacqua, who lives halfwild and carefree with her animal d. If you have any old, secondhand or rare books, then get in touch. Newcastle, durham, sunderland etc, we also travel throughout the north of england including regularly to liverpool, manchester, leeds, sheffield, birmingham and edinburgh and beyond to buy books. Please check our book descriptions page for guidance. Folio society books, easton press and others if you have a collection of folio society books, or titles from the easton press, franklin library, that you are looking to sell then please do get in touch.
Jul 21, 2014 the folio society, which publishes beautiful, hardbound editions of classic works of fiction and nonfiction, is best known as a mailorder, catalogdriven operation. Our offers are competitive and fair and neither distance, nor volume of books, are an obstacle. It should be read by anyone who wants to learn about how myth and popular legend become accepted as historical fact. You can contact us using the form below or by using the contact details at the bottom of the page. This collection includes a comprehensive selection on the history of the first and second world wars. As someone else mentioned, once you buy one of their books, it is impossible to stop. Shop the latest titles by folio society at alibris including hardcovers, paperbacks, 1st editions, and audiobooks from thousands of sellers worldwide. The 100 greatest folio society books ever published. The silver age 19601970 marks the second chapter in the folio society s collaboration with marvel comics. First time buyer poor quality folio society devotees.
We are always looking for first 1st edition books in hardback, we buy single books or large collections. More information about this seller contact this seller 7. For fs book that have just been published and are easily obtainable on the fs website, or relatively recent books published within the past 12 years, their prices are egregious. If youd like to sell or trade your books, contact one of our onsite buyers. Folio editions feature specially designed bindings and include artistcommissioned illustrations most often in fiction titles or researched artworks and photogr. The complete rainbow fairy books 12 volumes folio society. Well give you an instant price and if youre happy with it then hey presto, we have a. And the vendor would have to pay the auctioneer a high proportion about onethird of what the buyer actually pays. There is reasonable information about every book, but it is always possible to add more and more information. Because the folio society doesnt sell in bookshops, its important that the book cover is still translated clearly through a photograph, or something as simple as making sure there arent 12 grey books. Selling your books to us we buy folio society books. Buy 1776 book online at the folio society from the worlds most extensive selection of beautifully illustrated books. Internet sales inquiries, appraisal and consignment inquiries, house buy and general inquiries. Ardis, a sellerreseller buyer of books, has a huge list of secondhand folio society books.
I have more than 20 and they cost me a small fortune especially if i think about having gone to instead. Shows some signs of wear, and may have some markings on the inside. For more than 1,000 years, the consolation of philosophy was the most popular book in europe next to the bible a work of learning and beauty that. How the uks folio society is changing with the times. For for much of its 66year history, the publisher only sold its titles through a membership and subscription program. Folio society books, easton press bought and wanted. Folio are very good in replacing with minimal questions any book that isnt in a condition satisfactory to the buyer, but if you show a defective book from a sealed package to a secondary market seller theres no way he can know that it. The folio society is a londonbased publisher that produces illustrated hardback editions of classic books. Use the list below to locate a specific specialist bookseller or book store near you.
Here youll find a guide to some of the titles were actively seeking and a rough guide to the prices we pay. Ridiculous secondary prices for fs books folio society. The folio society is a book publisher that has been around since the 1940s. If you are bringing in books to sell, please bring them in bags or boxes. We are always interested in folio society limited editions especially the. Standing like an island amid the sea of cheap mass produced paperbacks and formulaic new releases, is the. For more than 1,000 years, the consolation of philosophy was the most popular book in europe next to the bible a work of learning and beauty that bridged the classical and renaissance worlds. Dec 09, 2018 the folio society is responsible for a number of beautiful editions of classic works of science fiction. We dont have the time or energy to sell each individually. Selling secondhand folio society books ardis books. While we buy most folio society books we are actively looking for the following titles.
We also buy a large range of modern first editions, including fiction, art, photography and antiquarian volumes. Find local second hand folio society books in books in the uk and ireland. I never heard of the folio society before and based on the quality of this book, i cant understand why. For further information, please click here or email us. The folio societys formula for success is publishing books with exceptional typography, illustrations, paper and bindings. Steering away from the massproduced paperbacks aimed at cultural consumerism, the folio society crafts highend editions of classics for true book lovers to enjoy over many years. We buy most titles, especially limited editions, boxed sets and post2000 books. A memoir of jane austen by her nephew folio society 1989. Browse and buy a vast selection of folio society collections. Folio society books find your folio society books here. Doublebbooks is actively looking to buy folio society books and will pay good prices for the right titles. We are the largest seller of secondhand folio society books in the uk. That said, this book is being offered at extremely reasonable prices as of today. We are always looking to buy folio society books, so if you have books to sell, be that single volumes, boxed sets or an entire collection, wed love to hear from.
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