For more than 60 years, the folio society has been dedicated to publishing beautiful books, selected from the worlds greatest and most influential literature and nonfiction. I have more than 20 and they cost me a small fortune especially if i think about having gone to instead. Barry hines a kestrel for a knave michael joseph 1968. A memoir of jane austen by her nephew folio society 1989. Standing like an island amid the sea of cheap mass produced paperbacks and formulaic new releases from the latest bright young things is the folio society. Hardcover the folio society book of the 100 greatest paintings. 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. Folio society first edition identification and publisher. Arthur miller focus, the misfits, the crucible or death of a salesman first editions. Unfollow folio society books to stop getting updates on your ebay feed.
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It produces illustrated hardback editions of classic fiction and nonfiction books, poetry and childrens titles. Folio society chooses books based on their timelessness, noting that the books we select for publication are timeless we know they will be enjoyed and appreciated now and in the future. The worlds most extensive selection of beautifully illustrated books. We can send your books to you, or you can arrange contactless collection from us when you call us. 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. I dont have any experience with the folio society books directly, but i do work for a book printing company. Buy folio society antiquarian and collectable books and get the best deals. Folio society antiquarian and collectable books for sale. A copy that has been read, but remains in clean condition.
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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 also buy a large range of modern first editions, including fiction, art, photography and antiquarian volumes. 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. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can.
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