His poetry uses many rhythms and popular forms of speech, ranging from dramatic monologues to extended ballads. Look inside the book and identify the book s publisher complete the publisher field but leave out terms like limited, company or press. Look inside the book and identify the books publisher complete. To reemphasize, this second volume in the winchester lever action repeating firearms series describes the models of 1886 and 1892 on a partbypart basis with all changes to either rifle listed by serial number range. The cushing memorial library collects books, manuscripts, and other items relating to the life and works of rudyard kipling. Current estimated winchester model 1866 value is between 5 and 16 thousand dollars, depending on condition covered by a fore stock. Value of 1886 winchester the firearms forum the buying. Five rare rudyard kipling editions books tell you why, inc. What is the value of a winchester 1894 serial number.
Good size to carry around if you want, hardcover with sewn in ribbon marker. This page uses frames, but your browser doesnt support them. I received this book for free through goodreads first reads. The bombay edition of rudyard kiplings collected works, with volume one signed by rudyard kipling. One of 525 numbered sets, signed by the author, this being number 282. Kipling obtained early success with his poems but soon became recognized as a talented. Bookending this achievement was the publication of two connected poetry and. Inclusive edition 1885 1932 by rudyard kipling and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Wonders of world engineering, clarence winchester, engineering. Instead, the rifle is caught up in a train robbery and starts a long and violent journey of its own. Included are autograph and typewritten manuscripts of poems and stories by kipling, with his autograph corrections. William winchester thoughthis family and homewere haunted by. And while it may be newer steel, the bolt and action are still 1890s technology. He was born in india, which inspired much of his work.
Manufacturertrademark winchester modelconfiguration model 1887 leveraction shotgun, 12 ga. At five he was sent to school in england, and did not returned until 1882. One of 525 sets signed by kipling, in dust jackets kipling, rudyard. Of particular value to collectors as evidence of a very early form of the book. The stories of mowgli, a mancub who was the central character in the jungle book, brought kipling. Inclusive edition 18851918 by kipling, rudyard seller the old mill bookshop published 1923 condition bound in 34 crimson morocco, t. The winchester repeating arms companys model 1866 was a refinement of the henry that used a new loading gate in the receiver and a wooden hand guard. Although he was awarded the nobel prize for literature in 1907, his political views, which grew more toxic as he aged. By the age of ten, toms dad would drop him off at coin shows within driving range, picking him up. William winchester of the winchester rifle poem by saiom shriver. The core of the collection was acquired by the library from dr.
This first edition, signed by rudyard kipling is available at bauman rare books. Record the serial number at the front of this book for future reference. Richard booths bookshop second hand books for sale. William winchester of the winchester rifle poem by saiom. After selecting the appropriate model, you will be easily guided through the variations and condition, to the value range. Kipling was the winner of the nobel prize in literature in 1907.
Shakespeare bible strunk anatomy nonfiction quotations reference fiction poetry. The gramercy edition of the poems of rudyard kipling is a beautiful little volume. In appraising your gun, you must initially determine your model configuration, then the variety of that model. Beautiful original stock i believe a 22 barrel and a 12 magazine not certain if im measuring them correctly. I shoot 3 old winchesters that were made in the 1890s, two 1886s a 4570 made in 1891 and a 4590 made in 1893 plus a model 1892 38 wcf that was made in 1892 and shipped. This is a nice untouched looking model 1886 winchester sporting rifle. How to search on abebooks to find the value of your book.
Bookplate label, generally affixed to the front pastedown, identifying a books owner. Apr 28, 1977 joseph rudyard kipling was a journalist, shortstory writer, poet, and novelist. Jan 01, 2011 i bought some very old rudyard kipling books a while back and i was wondering if they were of any value. If, the ballad of east and west, last of the light brigade, gunga din, mandalay, when earths last picture is. Published on the same day as the british first edition, the. At the age of six he began with sea shells, and soon graduated to coins, the gateway drug to so many other fields of collecting. Rudyard kiplings verse inclusive edition 1885 1932 by. Broadside sheet printed on one side, typically for public display, usually larger than folio size a folio being a broadsidesize sheet printed on both sides and folded once. The book is in fine to as new condition, solid binding, no bumps or scraping to the covers, all interior pages clean and white.
If possible identify the book s date of publication. And while the stones of winchesteror milson streetremain. Often mistakenly branded as a fascist, kiplings attitudes changed over the years, revealing a. Rudyard kiplings verse inclusive edition 18851918 by. I have not read a western novel in a long time but will certainly look for more by this author. Extensive line drawings and an exploded view of each model illustrate the book.
Looking for an estimated value for a winchester 1886 4065 w. In your experience, how do the blue book of gun values stack up in reality, vs the prices listed. Nov 29, 20 what is the value of a winchester 1894 serial number 142894 3855 answered by a verified firearms expert we use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. Rudyard kipling is one of the bestknown of the late victorian poets and storytellers. The information you provided was used to properly identify the information below.
Mar 22, 20 march 22, 20 thank you for your interest in our firearms appraisal service. Kipling s works of fiction include the jungle book 1894, kim 1901, and many short stories, including the man who would be king 1888. At the age of six he began with sea shells, and soon graduated to coins, the gateway drug to. Rudyard kipling s verse inclusive edition 18851918. The stories of mowgli, a mancub who was the central character in the jungle book, brought kipling great popularity in england and the united states. Collected poems of rudyard kipling wordsworth poetry. Here is the information you requested about your firearm firearm taken from. Robert burns burnss poems 1887 antique book poetry great condition rare vintage.
Guide to the rudyard kipling collection, 18811960bulk. This is an exceedingly rare winchester musket that is described in madis book as the. Well known to book collectors and booklovers, our site is an excellent resource for discovering a rough value of an old book. Kiplings works of fiction include the jungle book 1894, kim 1901, and many short stories, including the man who would be king 1888. Kipling composed his poetry collection, the seven seas, hard on the heels of the jungle book and published the collection in 1896, dedicating the project to the city of bombay, india where kipling spent a number of years residing and drawing inspiration for his stories and poems. Land and sea tales for scouts and guides, rudyard kipling, children. I am talking about pre1898 and slightly thereafter winchester 1886 s, 1892s, and 1894s. Winchester 1886 4065 wcf value the firearms forum the. Prices seem a little high in the book, i think, until you start getting in the 95% rangethen the values seem low relative to what is out there at gun shows. Signed by rudyard kipling on the limitation page of volume 1. By continuing to use this site you consent to the use of cookies on your device as described in our cookie policy unless you have disabled them.
If it does not say winchester on the barrel i would bet that it is a replacement barrel. The bore is in great shape with no rust or pitting at all. Prices seem a little high in the book, i think, until you start getting in the 95% rangethen the. The book is in fine to as new condition, solid binding, no bumps or scraping to.
Browse all new and used winchester rifles model 1886 for sale and buy. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. It includes a small but good selection of kipling s most famous work. What is the value of a winchester 1894 serial number 142894 3855 answered by a verified firearms expert we use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. Jul 28, 2011 looking for the aprox value of a 1886 lever action winchester with a nickle plated chamber that is partially worn off. When searching on its important to find copies that match the book in your possession as accurately as possible. Included are autograph and typewritten manuscripts of poems and stories by kipling, with his autograph. I bought some very old rudyard kipling books a while back and i was wondering if they were of any value. Extensive appendices are included with each book in the series to provide specific. Dec 30, 2015 kipling composed his poetry collection, the seven seas, hard on the heels of the jungle book and published the collection in 1896, dedicating the project to the city of bombay, india where kipling spent a number of years residing and drawing inspiration for his stories and poems. Theyre rather oldthe description of the item said they were something along the lines of around 100 years old, and something about chicago club exclusives or something. Item has signs of wear on book spine and some yellowing due to age. Browning followed up with a streamlined modernization of the 1873 still in production.
This is a very nice condition antique winchester 1886 for sale chambered in 3856 caliber. In appraising your gun, you must initially determine. Synopsis this edition of the poetry of rudyard kipling contains all of his verse. Ammunition your winchester model 1886 is designed to shoot modem factory cartridges only. The barrel length is 26 inches long and this was manufactured in 1891. My concerns are the lack of patina on the receiver and barrel and looks like the stock has been refinished. Abebooks has been part of the rare book world since going live in 1996. Rudyard kipling was born in india in 1865 and spent his early years reveling in the countrys exotic delights.
Kiplings works of fiction include the jungle book 1894, kim 1901, and many short stories, including the. His poems include mandalay 1890, gunga din 1890, the gods of the copybook headings 1919, the white mans burden 1899, and if 1910. The collection, through a large display of original and reproduced letters, as well as many newspaper clippings and articles written about him, gives a peek at the kind of. His poetry was published first, while very few of his plays were published in his lifetime. There arethree distinct model configurationsof 1886 winchester rifle, and the variations and calibers within those models can vary a great deal in value. The present, a brand new, lever action winchester 1886 and a box of its big. March 22, 20 thank you for your interest in our firearms appraisal service. Considered by most the best book written on the history of the winchester rifle. Theyre rather oldthe description of the item said they were something along the. Joseph rudyard kipling was a journalist, shortstory writer, poet, and novelist. With an active marketplace of over 175 million items, use the alibris advanced search page to find any item you are looking for through the advanced search, you can find items by searching specific.
The story mainly follows the travels of a gun, the winchester 1886 but also follows a family. Blue book of gun valuesreality vs theory winchester. Death years link to the corresponding year in poetry article. The caliber of your new model 1886 is inscribed on the top of the barrel in front of the receiver. Nov 01, 2009 extensive line drawings and an exploded view of each model illustrate the book. When the war is laid aside, if it be proven that i am he. To reemphasize, this second volume in the winchester lever action. At five he was sent to school in england, and did not returned until 1882, when he worked as a reporter on the civil and military gazette. The gun is in good mechanical condition and there arent any tool marks on the screw heads. The works of rudyard kipling contains his poetry, novels, stories, travel writings, childrens tales, military tales and essays. Manuscripts, letters, clippings, and photographs by, to, or relating to rudyard kipling. Instead, the rifle is caught up in a train robbery and starts a long and violent journey of its ownfrom the hands of a notorious, killcrazy outlaw to an apache renegade to a hardscrabble rancher and beyond.
The jungle book 1894 and just so stories 1902 give the wit and wisdom of the animals who can talk. With an engraved portrait of kipling by francis dodd. Poems first edition elizabeth barrett browning bauman. Winchester model 1866, winchester model 1866 for sale.
Rudyard kiplings verse inclusive edition 18851918 for. Use the search box above begin by completing the title and author fields. Winchester rifles model 1886 for sale guns international. Anyway, theyre in fairly good condition besides the top and bottom spines being a bit ragged. Poems 18861929 first edition signed rudyard kipling. Looking for the aprox value of a 1886 lever action winchester with a nickle plated chamber that is partially worn off. With an active marketplace of over 175 million items, use the alibris advanced search page to find any item you are looking for through the advanced search, you can find items by searching specific terms such as title, artist, song title, genre, etc or you can narrow your focus using our amazing set of criteria parameters.
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