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The Watchmaker's Wife and Other Stories: Available Copies
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The Watchmaker's Wife : and other Stories by Frank R. Stockton; . Charles Scribner's Sons
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The Watchmakers Wife And Other Stories by Stockton, Frank R.
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Publisher: Charles Scribner's Sons, New York (1893)
Seller: George Isbell (Connell, WA, U.S.A.)
Used Book—Condition: Very Good
Book Price: $6.43
Shipping: $7.25
TOTAL Cost: $13.68
Light Brown Cloth Over Boards. Red Decor & Title. Small Wear Through Top & Bottom Front Corners. Spine Ends Scuffed. 225 Pages.+ 8 Pages Of Other Scribner Publications.Content Age Yellowed. Tight And Clean.
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THE WATCHMAKER'S WIFE AND OTHER STORIES by Stockton, Frank R.
Hardcover
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Publisher: Charles Scribner's Sons, New York (1893)
Seller: Colorado Pioneer Books (Centennial, CO, U.S.A.)
Used Book—Condition: Good
Book Price: $9.00
Shipping: $7.50
TOTAL Cost: $16.50
225 pages plus 8 pages of ads. Ex-library with two library stamps on the title page one one on page 225. Corners bumped and rubbed; spine shifted; all edges worn; covers lightly soiled. Good only. (109)
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The Watchmaker's Wife and Other Stories by STOCKTON, Frank R.
Hardcover
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Publisher: Scribners, New York (1905)
Seller: Between the Covers-Rare Books, Inc. ABAA (Gloucester City, NJ, U.S.A.)
Used Book—Condition: Good
Book Price: $19.50
Shipping: $5.50
TOTAL Cost: $25.00
Later. Good plus, Later printing, rub of spine, edges and corners of cover, fading spine and cover, nameplate inside front cover, cracking hinges, yellowing pages, foxing foredges.
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The Watchmaker's Wife and Other Stories 1893 [Leather Bound] by Frank R. Stockton
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Publisher: (2025)
Seller: Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd. (Delhi, India) New Book
Book Price: $32.33
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TOTAL Cost: $32.33
Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1893. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 252, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 252 252
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Seller: ThriftBooksVintage (Tukwila, WA, U.S.A.)
Used Book—Condition: Good
Book Price: $43.00
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TOTAL Cost: $43.00
First edition. Shelf and handling wear to cover and binding, with general signs of previous use. *First edition published in 1893. Moderate wear to the boards. Sound binding. Clean interior pages. Secure packaging for safe delivery.
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The Watchmaker's Wife and Other Stories. by Stockton, Frank R.
Hardcover
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Publisher: New York: Charles Scribner's Sons. (1894)
Seller: Wittenborn Art Books (San Francisco, CA, U.S.A.)
Used Book—Condition: Good
Book Price: $35.00
Shipping: $10.00
TOTAL Cost: $45.00
8vo., 225 pp., Very Good, Green Cloth, with minor stains, rubbing, & edge wear on covers; staining in text block, on end papers & edges of text block; some pencil scribbles on end papers; shelf wear. Provenance: John Ruyle; previous owner's stamp on FFEP; previous owner's signature on FFEP. Mylar Jacket.
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The Watchmaker's Wife and Other Stories. by Stockton, Frank R.
Hardcover
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Publisher: New York: Charles Scribner's Sons. (1893)
Seller: Wittenborn Art Books (San Francisco, CA, U.S.A.)
Used Book—Condition: Good
Book Price: $35.00
Shipping: $10.00
TOTAL Cost: $45.00
8vo. 225 pp. Very Good, Brown Decorative Cloth with sun-fading, stains, edge wear, & rubbing; spine somewhat slanted; shelf wear. Provenance: John Ruyle. Mylar Jacket. First Edition.
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