Rare Books

The Archives is responsible for acquiring, identifying, managing, and preserving books deemed to fit the under the collection policy for Winthrop Rare Books. The criteria for what constitutes a “Rare Book” for the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections are as follows:

All books printed before 1810
Books printed in the United States before 1875
South Carolina imprints 1940 or before
Books costing the library more than $300, or having a similar auction value
First editions of significance
Books in original form printed in numbered editions of 500 or less
Autograph copies of works presented to Winthrop or one of its departments by Winthrop’s faculty, staff or alumni
Works by important local authors
Confederate imprints
Association copies, i.e., works inscribed to Winthrop University. In certain discretionary circumstances books inscribed to Winthrop faculty, staff and alumni can also be put in Special Collections
Other books that the Archives may subjectively believe to be a rare book
Books subject to loss or damage, including:
items of poor or fragile condition
volumes or portfolios of loose or fine plates

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Tarzan Triumphant

Edgar Rice Burroughs
PS 3503 .B87 T365 1932
Tarzan Triumphant is the fifteenth in the series relating the tales of Tarzan, Lord Greystoke. It was first published as a serial in Blue Book Magazine from October 1931 through March 1932. Backed by Chief Muviro and his Waziri warriors, Tarzan faces Soviet agents seeking revenge and a lost tribe, descended from early Christians, practicing a bizarre version of the religion.
The Beasts of Tarzan

Edgar Rice Burroughs
PS 3503 .B87 .T367 1916
The Beasts of Tarzan is the third book in the series relating the tales of Tarzan, Lord Greystoke. It was first published as a serial in All-Story Cavalier magazine in 1914. The novel was first published in book form in 1916. The story begins a year after the events chronicled in the previous book The Return of Tarzan. Tarzan and Jane have a son and are building an estate home in Africa. Upon returning to London for the rainy season, their son is kidnapped by Tarzan's adversaries who have escaped prison. After a failed attempt at rescue, Tarzan and Jane are taken as well. Tarzan is left on a jungle island, the child is left with a cannibal tribe, and Jane's fate is unknown. Using his skill and intelligence, Tarzan organizes a rescue with the help of his native warrior and animal friends.
The Return of Tarzan

Edgar Rice Burroughs
PS 3503 .B87 .T366 1915
The Return of Tarzan is the second book in the series relating the tales of Tarzan, Lord Greystoke. It was first published in New Story Magazine as a serial in 1913. The first book edition was published in 1915. The story picks up where the first book left off. After having gone to America to find that Jane Porter is engaged to his cousin,Tarzan leaves for Europe. On the ship, he becomes involved with a Count, his wife, and two shady characters attempting to prey on them. After saving them, the Count finds Tarzan a job as a special agent in the French ministry of war. Assigned to Algeria, Tarzan has a series of adventures among the Arabs. Sailing for Cape Town, he is then thrown overboard near where the apes brought him up. After another series of harrowing adventures that include the discovery of a treasure in Opar, Tarzan saves Jane from being sacrificed by La, high priestess of Opar. Tarzan and Jane marry and set sail for Europe.
The Son of Tarzan

Edgar Rice Burroughs
PS 3503 .B87 .T362 1917
The Son of Tarzan is the fourth book in the series relating the tales of Tarzan, Lord Greystoke. It was first published in All-Story Weekly as a six-part serial from December 4, 1915 to January 8, 1916. The novel was first published as a book in March 1917. The main character in this book is Tarzan's son Jack who becomes known as Korak. The story begins 10 years after the conclusion of The Beasts of Tarzan. Because of the occurrences in the previous book, Jane has refused to return to Africa or tell Jack anything about his father's past. One of Tarzan's adversaries captured Tarzan's ape friend Akut and began displaying him in London. Tarzan took Jack to see the ape and discovered it was Akut. Jack, amazed that his father could converse with the ape, entices Tarzan to tell him about his past. Jack continues to visit Akut and learns the ape language. He hatches a plan to return Akut to Africa. The rest of the story relates that adventure and other adventures of Korak (Jack) between the age of 12 and 18.
The Perfect Woman: Being the Thirty-first Chapter of Proverbs Beginning with the Eleventh Verse

Cora June Cady and Emilie Marthecia Whitten
BS 1463 .C3X
The volume The Perfect Woman was printed in Boston for the Craftsman's Guild by Earle H. Heintzemann at the Henintzemann Press in 1900. It measures 7" x 4.5". The colophon reads " This book was hand lettered and decorated by Cora June Cady and illuminated by Emilie Marthecia,Whitten for The Craftsman's Guild. There are 310 copies on handmade paper and 50 copies on Japan paper. This copy is number thirty-six." [on Japan paper] The volume is encased in a slip cover and is lacking the original ribbon ties.
Hegel

Edward Caird LL.D.
B 2947.C3 1896x
Edward Caird's Hegel is a sympathetic exposition of the German philosopher Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel's beliefs. Caird's purpose is to "show that there is a center of unity to which the mind must come back out of all differences, however varied and alien in appearance." Please see the attached Contents.
Spinoza

John Caird LL.D.
B 3998 .C3
Spinoza is John Caird's contribution to Blackwood's Philosophical Classics. It is an examination of Spinoza's philosophical system. Caird's initial manuscript was much too long, consequently, the editors chose to leave out the biographical information on Spinoza. Caird followed Hegelian teaching and thusly his Spinoza is Hegelian in its approach. Please see the attached frontispiece and contents.
Addresses of J.H. Carlisle

James Henry Carlisle and J. H. Carlisle Jr.
AC 8 .C3x
Addresses of J. H. Carlisle consists of 18 speeches and addresses delivered by James Henry Carlisle, third president of Wofford College located in Spartanburg, S.C. Prof. Carlisle's son, J. H. Carlisle, Jr. compiled and edited the collection in 1910. The topics include Percy Bysshe Shelley, Mathematics, Education, and Madame DeStael. Please see the attached Table of Contents to see the titles of the addresses.
Chambers's Miscellany of Useful and Entertaining Tracts

William Chambers and Robert Chambers
AC 1 .C62
Chambers's Miscellany is a compilation of stories, anecdotes, histories, poems, and other writings published by William and Robert Chambers of Edinburgh, Scotland from 1845 to 1847. Each volume combines two volumes (i.e. vols 1-2, vols 3-4, etc). The set consists of 20 volumes published within 10 volumes.
The Psalms of David in Metre: Translated and Diligently Compared with the Original Text and Former Translations

Church of Scotland
BS 1440 .C41 1854
The Psalms of David in Metre is an 1854 metrical version of the biblical Psalms authorized by the Church of Scotland and published by R. Carter in New York. The title page is missing from this volume.
Colors For Wool Yarn

E. I. Du Pont de Nemours & Company, Inc.
TP 899 .D78
Colors for Wool Yarn is a manual used by the Du Pont Company to mix dyes for wool yarn. "This book contains comprehensive information regarding the range of du Pont dyes suitable for application on wool in all stages of manufacture. Dyeings of both acid and chrome colors are shown on wool yarn. In addition, general dyeing instructions have been incorporated as well as a tabulation embracing most of the working and fastness properties. The following pages also contain specific information on the dyeing properties of the individual colors"--Introduction, page 3.
Chatterbox

Dana Estes and Charles Emelius Lauriat
AP 201.C495 1882
Chatterbox 1882 consists of stories, articles, puzzles, games, illustrations, poetry, and other material for children.
Gedanken uber Tod und Unsterblichkeit

Ludwig Feuerbach
B 2971 .G4 1847x
Gedanken uber Tod und Unsterblichkeit ("Thoughts on Death and Immortality") is Feuerbach's first book and was first published anonymously. Feuerbach "attacks the concept of personal immortality and proposes a type of immortality by which human qualities are reabsorbed into nature."
Historical Notes from Lancaster County South Carolina

Viola Caston Floyd
F 277 .L2 .F58
Historical Notes from Lancaster County, South Carolina consists of a collection of articles concerning the history of Lancaster County, S.C. Many of the articles are the work of the compiler. Topics include early history, the American Revolution,George Washington, Andrew Jackson, the county boundary line, War of 1812, Mexican War, American Civil War, churches, schools, politics, and buildings. Please see the attached Table of Contents.
The Lincoln Library of Essential Information

Frontier Press Company
AG 105 .L56 1937
First published in 1924, this 1937 edition of The Lincoln Library of Essential Information is an abridged encyclopedia that includes information on literature, history, geography, travel, science, government, fine arts, education and other subjects. Please see the attached lists of contributors, contents, and illustrations.
Sadducismus Triumphatus: Or, A Full and Plain Evidence, Concerning Witches and Apparitions in Two Parts

Joseph Glanvill
BF 1581. A2 1726
Sadducismus Triumphatus by Joseph Glanvill [1636-1680], first published in 1681, is a book on witchcraft. Glanvill asserts the existence of witches, perceives them as a danger, and questions disbelief of their supernatural abilities. It includes a collection of folklore concerning witches. Henry More [1614-1687] and Anthony Horneck [1641-1697] also contributed to the volume. This is the Fourth Edition, with additions. The additions include “two authentick, but wonderful stories of certain Swedish witches. Done into English by Dr. Horneck. With some account of Mr. Glavill’s life and writings.”
Letters to Catherine E. Beecher, in Reply to an Essay on Slavery and Abolitionism

Angelina Emily Grimke
E 449 .B419
Letters to Catherine E. Beecher is a collection of letters published in 1838 by Angelina Grimké in response to Beecher’s views on abolition and her “general views in relation to the place woman is appointed to fill by the dispensations of heaven.” Beecher believed women should take a subordinate role. Grimké’s response was to offer objections to Beecher’s arguments and “throw before thee my own views” which make it clear that she supported racial and gender equality. The volume contains 13 letters Grimké titled:
- Fundamental Principles of Abolitionists
- Immediate Emancipation
- Main Principle of Action
- Connection Between the North and South
- Christian Character of Abolitionism
- Colonization
- Prejudice
- Vindication of Abolitionists
- Effect on the South
- 'The Tendency of the Age Towards Emancipation' Produced by Abolition Doctrines
- The Sphere of Woman and Man as Moral Beings the Same
- Human Rights not Founded on Sex
- Miscellaneous Remarks, Conclusion
Godey's Lady's Book and Magazine - Vols. 52 and 53

Sarah J. Hale and Louis A. Godey
AP 2 .G56 vol. 52 1856
Godey's Lady's Book and Magazine consists of monthly issues of the publication dating January to June 1856 (vol. 52) and July to December 1856 (vol. 53). Please see the attached indexes.
Godey's Lady's Book and Magazine - Vols. 56 and 57

Sarah J. Hale and Louis A. Godey
AP 2.G56 vol. 56 1858
Godey's Lady's Book and Magazine consists of monthly issues of the publication dating January to June 1858 (vol. 56) and July to December 1858 (vol. 57). Please see the attached indexes.
An Oration, Delivered Before the Two Societies of the South Carolina College

James Henry Hammond
BD 232 .H25x
An Oration, Delivered Before the Two Societies of the South-Carolina College on the Fourth of December, 1849, is a speech by James Henry Hammond discussing history, Francis Bacon, and other philosophers and statesmen. The speech includes some of Hammond's pro-slavery views.
Hegel's Logic

William Torrey Harris LL.D.
B 2949 .L8 H3
William T. Harris's discussion, criticism and interpretation of Georg Wilhelm Friedrich's logic and absolute idealism. Please see the attached Contents.
Russell's Magazine - Vol. 5 - 1859

Paul Hamilton Hayne
AP 2 .R97 vol. 5
Russell's Magazine--Vol. 5, 1859 consists of bound copies of issues from April (no.1), June (no. 3), July (no. 4), and September (no.6) 1859. May and August (nos. 2 and 5) are missing. Each issue of the magazine contains, articles, fiction, poetry, and other literary works as well as an editorial and book reviews. Please see the attached Index which covers the entire volume 5 including the missing issues.
Russell's Magazine - Vol. 6 - 1859-1860

Paul Hamilton Hayne
AP 2 .R97 vol. 6
Russell's Magazine--Vol. 6, 1859-1860 consists of bound copies of issues from October (no.1) and December (no. 3) 1859; and January (no. 4), and February (no.5) 1860. November 1859 (no. 2) and March (no. 6) are missing. Each issue of the magazine contains, articles, fiction, poetry, and other literary works as well as an editorial and book reviews. Please see the attached Table of Contents for each issue.
A sermon delivered at the re-opening and dedication of the French Protestant Church, Charleston, S.C., May 11th, 1845

Charles Wallace Howard
BX 9458 .C4 .H6x
A Sermon, Delivered at the Re-opening and Dedication of the French Protestant Church of Charleston, S.C. on Sunday, the 11th Day of May, 1845 by the Rev. Charles Wallace Howard, Pastor of the Church relates the history of the French Protestant Church. There is also an Order of Divine Service that includes an ode written by Miss Mary E. Lee, the scripture used, the hymns, and the pages from the prayer book used in the service. This order of service includes both the morning and afternoon services.
An Appeal to the Young Men of the Presbyterian Church in the Synod of South Carolina and Georgia

George Howe
BV 4011.4 .P74 .H69x
In 1836, Rev. George Howe, distressed that many young men lacked interest in pursuing a career in the ministry, wrote an appeal to these youth to consider answering the call to preach. In addition to the appeal, the book also contains statistical tables on the number of Presbyterian ministers added each year in South Carolina for the years 1803, 1809, 1813, 1814, 1819, 1825-1835, a table showing the increase or decrease of ministers 1803-1835, a table showing the increase of church members 1826-1834, and a table showing the number of ministers and vacant churches in 1834.