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Books with author Peter 1862-1924 Newell

  • The Hole Book

    Peter Newell

    eBook (, May 31, 2014)
    The Hole Book by Peter Newell is a novelty picture book that traces the trajectory of a misfired bullet by a young lad named Tom Potts. The bullet nearly misses young Potts, instead hitting a clock on the mantle (that was about to strike three) and continues on its journey, not only through the book itself, but through many different situations. From the mantle clock, to a boiler, through a swing's rope (with sister Sue) and many many more, this stray bullet finds itself on quite a fantastic trail. Where does the bullet finally rest? Find out in The Hole Book.The Hole Book was originally published by Harper & Brothers in 1908. At the time of publication, this book was a whimsical look at the journey of a simple bullet with a continuous hole through the pages of the story. But due to its politically-incorrect portrayal of people (and the killing of a cat) the book has fallen out of popularity for the newer generation of parents and their children. Since this book has been out-of-print for so long, finding an original copy (that has not been altered to “fix” the “unacceptable” portions) may be difficult. However, in this electronic version, The Hole Book can be viewed on your ereader and has, in fact, been optimized for tablets so it will display in full-screen (with the text on the left and the picture on the right) exactly as an open book appears. In addition, The Hole Book is intact and has not been rewritten, just the way Newell had intended it to be.About the AuthorPeter Newell was born on March 5, 1862. He made his mark in the world as a humor writer in the 1880s and 1890s and was a regular contributor to Harper's Weekly, Harper's Bazaar, Scribner's Magazine, The Saturday Evening Post, Judge and other publications. In the later 1800s, Newell went on to lend his talent to the children's picture book genre, writing and illustrating several popular titles; Topsys and Turvys (1893), a collection of poems and images that let the child view the story upside-down or right-side-up; The Hole Book (1908), The Slant Book (1910), which told the story of a baby carriage speeding down a hill and also took the shape of a rhomboid, and The Rocket Book (1912).Peter Newell's illustrations can also be seen on the works of other authors like; Mark Twain, Stephen Crane, John Kendrick Bangs, and Lewis Carroll. In addition, Newell also created a comic strip serial called, The Naps of Polly Sleepyhead. This went on to debut in 1905 in the New York Herald. He died in Little Neck, New York on January 15th, 1924.
  • The Slant Book

    Peter Newell

    Paperback (CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, Feb. 26, 2015)
    Where Bobby lives there is a hill— A hill so steep and high, 'Twould fill the bill for Jack and Jill Their famous act to try
  • Global Green Politics

    Peter Newell

    eBook (Cambridge University Press, Dec. 12, 2019)
    In light of growing urgency in tackling the global environmental crisis, there is a need for new visions and strategies to ensure a more sustainable and just world. This book provides a comprehensive overview of Green perspectives on a range of global issues, including security, the economy, the state, global governance, development and the environment. Drawing on academic literature on Green political theory, combined with insights from real-world practice and the author's own extensive personal experience, it provides a timely and accessible account of why we need to embrace Green politics in order to tackle the multiple crises facing the world today. Presenting alternative visions and concrete strategies for achieving change, this book will be of interest to activists and policy-makers as well as students of environment, development and politics.
  • The Hole Book

    Peter Newell

    Hardcover (Tuttle Publishing, March 1, 2001)
    Meet Algernon Bracket and Orlando Pease. Find out how a rocket launched from the basement floor of an apartment building is sure to interrupt a person's day.Long before Richard Scarry or Dr. Seuss, an American artist delighted a generation of children and their parents with hilarious, topsy-turvy illustrations and slightly subversive tales told in rhyme. This was illustrator/author Peter Newell. Working over eighty years ago, Newell remains as profoundly enjoyable-and incredibly popular-as ever. Tuttle is proud to be reissuing his three classic works, sure to delight the young and old alike.
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  • Topsys & Turvys

    Peter Newell

    language (Tuttle Publishing, Aug. 21, 2012)
    Quirky, clever, and marvelously inventive, this book takes the reader into a world of imagination and adventure. Peter Newell utilizes a unique cartoon art form that the reader perceives as an optical illusion. Each illustration is supported by a caption that turns each page into loads of fun. Each page will delight the reader with a new and uniquely illustrated story that tells its tale right-side up and upside down. It provides as much entertainment for adults as it does for the children for whom it was created. Topsys & Turvys Book 2 also available from Tuttle Publishing.
  • The Rocket Book

    Peter Newell

    Hardcover (Tuttle Publishing, March 1, 2001)
    Long before Richard Scarry or Dr. Seuss, an American artist delighted a generation of children and their parents with hilarious, topsy-turvy illustrations and slightly subversive tales told in rhyme. This was illustrator/author Peter Newell. Working over eighty years ago, Newell remains as profoundly enjoyableùand incredibly popularùas ever. Tuttle is proud to be reissuing his three classic works, sure to delight the young and old alike.In The Rocket Book, you'll Algernon Bracket and Orlando Pease. Find out how a rocket launched from the basement floor of an apartment building is sure to interrupt a personÆs day.
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  • The Rocket Book: By Peter Newell - Illustrated

    Peter Newell

    Paperback (Independently published, April 30, 2017)
    How is this book unique? Font adjustments & biography included Unabridged (100% Original content) Illustrated About The Rocket Book by Peter Newell """When Fritz, the Janitor's bad kid, Went snooping in the basement, He found a rock snugly hid Beneath the window casement. He struck a match with one fell swoop; Then, on the concrete kneeling, he lit the rocket and—she—oop! It shot up through the ceiling."" Long before Richard Scarry or Dr. Seuss, an American author delighted a generation of children and their parents with hilarious, topsy-turvy illustrations and slightly subversive tales told in rhyme. This was author Peter Newell. Originally published in 1912, The Rocket Book remains as profoundly enjoyable and incredibly popular as ever. This classic work will delight readers of all ages with the story of how a rocket launched from the basement floor of an apartment building and how it interrupts the day."
  • Topsys and Turvys Number 2

    Peter Newell

    eBook (Tuttle Publishing, Aug. 21, 2012)
    A timeless classic, Topsys and Turvys Number 2 is the perfect interactive book for people of all ages.It's been 120 years since Peter Newell's enduringly popular Topsys and Turvys 2—the sequel to his bestselling Topsy and Turvys—was first published in the United States. Using the same ingenious style and imagination, he invents worlds of confusion and fun as he transforms hunters into bears, has a buffalo converse with a tree frog, or creates and illustrates pure nonsense. The story changes depending on whether you are holding the action book "upside-down" or "right-side-up."These beautiful classic books reproduce all of the brilliant color and charm of the originals while ensuring that Topsys and Turvys can be shared and enjoyed anew by future generations.Peter Newell (1862-1924) began his career as an artist drawing portraits, using crayons as his medium. In his fantastic humor, many believe, is the first appearance of the gentle comedy of the absurd which The New Yorker has subsequently developed to such a high level. Tuttle Publishing has kept Newell's retro books in print for the new generation to enjoy a whimsical, thought-provoking look at life.
  • Topsys and Turvys

    Peter Newell

    Paperback (Dover Publications, June 1, 1964)
    On each page a picture and caption begin a rhymed couplet that is completed when you turn the book upside down.
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  • The Hole Book: written and illustrated by Peter Newell

    Peter Newell

    eBook (Kodselim Square, Aug. 4, 2016)
    this is a FIXED FORMAT book and is intended for use with LARGE tablets.The Hole Book, by Peter Newell, was published in 1908 by Harper & Brothers. It is a rhyming poem about a boy who accidentally fires a gun. The bullet goes through his house and passes through various neighbors, creating a large hole until it finally hits a newlywed’s extra-hard cake. This delightful book features Newell’s color illustrations and the original book had a hole passing through the book.
  • Topsys and Turvys Number 2

    Peter Newell

    Hardcover (Tuttle Publishing, Dec. 15, 1989)
    Quirky, clever, and marvelously inventive, this book takes the reader into a world of imagination and adventure. It provides as much entertainment for adults as it does for the children for whom it was created. Topsys & Turvys Book 1 also available from Tuttle Publishing.
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  • The Rocket Book : By Peter Newell - Illustrated

    Peter Newell

    eBook (, Dec. 7, 2017)
    How is this book unique? Illustrations includedOriginal & Unabridged EditionOne of the best books to readClassic historical fiction booksExtremely well formatted"When Fritz,the Janitor's bad kid,Went snooping in the basement,He found a rock snugly hidBeneath the window casement.He struck a match with one fell swoop;Then, on the concrete kneeling,he lit the rocket and—she—oop!It shot up through the ceiling."Long before Richard Scarry or Dr. Seuss, an American author delighted a generation of children and their parents with hilarious, topsy-turvy illustrations and slightly subversive tales told in rhyme. This was author Peter Newell. Originally published in 1912, The Rocket Book remains as profoundly enjoyable and incredibly popular as ever. This classic work will delight readers of all ages with the story of how a rocket launched from the basement floor of an apartment building and how it interrupts the day.