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The British History, Translated into English from the Latin of Jeffrey of Monmouth

The British History, Translated into English from the Latin of Jeffrey of Monmouth by (Geoffrey of Monmouth, Jeffrey of Monmouth) Galfridus, Monumentensis, Bishop of St. Asaph

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Title
The British History, Translated into English from the Latin of Jeffrey of Monmouth
Author
(Geoffrey of Monmouth, Jeffrey of Monmouth) Galfridus, Monumentensis, Bishop of St. Asaph
Seller
Thorn Books (United States)
Condition
Fine
Description
London: J. Bowyer, et al., 1718. First edition in English. Hardcover. Fine. 8vo. (ii),cxi,(xvii),401,(lv)pp. In a lovely contemporary binding of sprinkled panelled,calf. The spine is in six compartments, gilt, red morocco lettering label, gilt. The errata page is present in the rear. The List of Subscribers is present (including Isaac Newton). Spine tips neatly restored, hole to title page with loss of a few letters, pp. xlv/xlvi with small chip and small chip at head slightly affecting letters, otherwise contents fresh and binding in very good condition. Geoffrey's Historia dates from the 12th century and purports to be a history of Britain from its first settlement by Brutus to the death of Cadwallader in the 7th century. In contains one of the earliest developed narratives of King Arthur and dwells on Merlin and his prophecies. Originally written in Latin, this is the first translation into English, made by Aaron Thompson, who provides a lengthy preface giving his views on the authenticity of the History. Thompson based his translation on the Heidelberg edition of 1587; J. A. Giles later updated it in his edition of 1848. Scarce, and the earliest edition of Geoffrey in English. ESTC T146343. .
Notizia de'Novellieri Italiani

Notizia de'Novellieri Italiani by Borromeo, Anton-Maria

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Notizia de'Novellieri Italiani
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Borromeo, Anton-Maria
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De Simone Company, Booksellers (United States)
Description
Bassano, 1794. 8vo.  xxi, 3, 243 pp.  Late 19th century red morocco spine and tips over marbled paper boards.  Beautifully printed on thick paper, with wide margins.                                                               First edition of this catalogue of books of fiction in the library of Anton-Maria Borromeo.  Borromeo (1724-1813), son of an illustrious family, was born in Padua and educated in the classics and science.  He became a great collector of manuscripts and printed books and formed one of the first collections of Italian fiction.  His Notizia de'Novellieri contains descriptions of 250 works, mostly of the 16th and 17th centuries, and includes significant commentary on the writers and subjects of this early novelistic tradition including Luigi Alamanni, Giovanni Battista Amalteo, Giulia Bigolina, Pietro Fortini, Vicenzio Rota, and other.  It is the first bibliographical catalogue of its kind and was republished in 1805.  After his death in 1813, his books were purchased by Payne and Foss in London and sold at auction in 1817.   Brunet. Manuel du Libraire, I, p. 1121.  Besterman. World Bibliography of Bibliographies, II, p. 1374.  Taylor, Book Catalogues, p. 138.  Gian Franco Torcellan, "Borromeo, Antonio Maria", in Dizionario biografico degli italiani, vol. 13.  OCLC does not list a copy of this edition in the U.S. but there appears to be a copy at the Library of Congress and Harvard cites a copy of the 1805 edition. .
Catalogue of the Library Belonging to the Society of Brother's in Unity

Catalogue of the Library Belonging to the Society of Brother's in Unity by Yale College

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Catalogue of the Library Belonging to the Society of Brother's in Unity
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Yale College
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De Simone Company, Booksellers (United States)
Description
New Haven: Hitchcock & Stafford, Printers, 1838. 8vo.  230 x 140 mm., [9 ¼ x 5 ½ inches].  [2], 106 pp.  Original printed wrappers; chipped at spine with an early repair with tape.  Short-title catalogue of the Society of Brothers in Unity, one of Yale College's most prestigious debating societies organized in 1771.  This substantial library of books, numbering over 6,000 volumes focuses on history, drama, poetry, novels and travel and a large collection of scientific works in the natural and hard sciences.  The index also lists books in the mental and moral sciences, politics, law, and encyclopedias and reference works. A note in contemporary hand, written on the final leaf reads referring to the holdings of the library reads, "Whole no. Janr. 1842 -  7900 -- 8000".  The collections of the Society of Brother's in Unity and its reival the Linonia Society make up the foundation of the Yale University Library system.  (799).
Life of Samuel Johnson, The

Life of Samuel Johnson, The by BOSWELL, James; BAYNTUN-RIVIÈRE, binder

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Life of Samuel Johnson, The
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BOSWELL, James; BAYNTUN-RIVIÈRE, binder
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David Brass Rare Books, Inc. (United States)
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London: Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, Ltd., 1907. The Classic Life - Boswell's Johnson in an Elegant Bayntun-Rivière Binding The Life of Samuel Johnson BOSWELL, James. The Life of Samuel Johnson. Newly edited with notes by Roger Ingpen. London: Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, 1907. Two quarto volumes (9 1/4 x 7 1/8 inches; 235 x 181 mm.). xxxii, 576; xvi, 577-1172 pp. Twelve inserted photogravure plates. Profusely illustrated throughout with portraits, views, and maps. Handsomely bound ca. 1940 by Bayntun-Rivière in three-quarter brown morocco over tan cloth boards, covers ruled in gilt, spines with five raised bands, elaborately tooled and lettered in gilt in compartments, marbled endpapers, top edges gilt. Spines lightly and attractively mellowed. A fine, well-preserved set. First published in 1791, Boswell's Life of Johnson remains one of the greatest biographies in the English language - remarkable for its immediacy, anecdotal richness, and the vivid reconstruction of the personality of Samuel Johnson. Boswell's method - built on diaries, conversations, and firsthand observation - effectively created the modern art of literary biography. The 1907 Ingpen edition is among the more desirable early 20th-century scholarly printings, offering a carefully edited text enriched with notes and a generous illustrative program, including photogravures that lend the work a distinctly Edwardian bibliophilic appeal. The present set is elevated considerably by its later binding by Bayntun-Rivière of Bath, one of the most respected English binderies of the 20th century, known for combining traditional craftsmanship with restrained elegance - an ideal treatment for a canonical literary text.
President Bush Inscribes A Photograph To An Aide

President Bush Inscribes A Photograph To An Aide by GEORGE H.W. BUSH

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President Bush Inscribes A Photograph To An Aide
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GEORGE H.W. BUSH
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Stuart Lutz Historic Documents, Inc. (United States)
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GEORGE H. W. BUSH (1924-2018). Bush was the Forty-First President.PS. 10 x 8. No date. No place. A color photograph signed George Bush and inscribed by a calligrapher to his aide Alan Kranowitz. It is in very fine condition.
A Pair Of Letters By Influential American Diplomat Wilbur Carr; One Mentions A Special Cipher Code

A Pair Of Letters By Influential American Diplomat Wilbur Carr; One Mentions A Special Cipher Code by WILBUR CARR

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A Pair Of Letters By Influential American Diplomat Wilbur Carr; One Mentions A Special Cipher Code
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WILBUR CARR
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Stuart Lutz Historic Documents, Inc. (United States)
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WILBUR J. CARR (1870-1942). Carr was an influential American diplomat best remembered for reorganizing and improving the U.S. system of diplomatic appointments.a)TLS. 1pg. March 29, 1917. Washington. A typed letter signed Wilbur J. Carr as Director of the Consular Service. On State Department letterhead, Carr wrote to a diplomat named Arthur McLean, who had recently been appointed American Consul to the Dominican Republic. Sir: You have been appointed as Consul at Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, and you should proceed there as soon as the condition of your health will permit. I am, Sir, Your obedient servant, For the Secretary of State: Wilbur J. Carr. In fine condition with two filing holes. b)TLS. 1pg. April 14, 1917. Washington. A typed letter signed Wilbur J. Carr as Director of the Consular Service. On State Department letterhead, Carr wrote once again to Arthur McLean about his Dominican appointment. Sir: Having reference to the Departments instruction of March 29, 1917 [the abovementioned letter], informing you of your appointment as American Consul at Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, the Department is desirous that you take a special cipher code with you for use at your post and you are therefore instructed to proceed to your post by way of Washington. I am, Sir, Your obedient servant, For the Secretary of State: Wilbur J. Carr. In fine condition with two filing holes.
Light and Dark

Light and Dark by Bronk, William

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Light and Dark
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Bronk, William
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The First Edition Rare Books, LLC (United States)
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Very good
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Ashland, Massachusetts: Origin Press, 1956. First Edition. Original wraps. Very good. A rare signed first edition of Light and Dark by William Bronk.. Small octavo, 32pp, unpaginated. Original brown paper wraps. Title printed in red on front cover and spine. No additional printings listed on copyright page. Solid text block, rubbing to spine, point of wear to rear cover, light soiling to covers. Signed on the front free endpaper: "For Mike / William Bronk." Additionally signed by William Bronk on the title page.
Six Duplicities

Six Duplicities by Bronk, William

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Six Duplicities
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Bronk, William
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The First Edition Rare Books, LLC (United States)
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Brooklyn, NY: Jordan Davies, 1972. Limited Edition. Original wraps. Fine. Signed limited edition of Six Duplicities by William Bronk.. Octavo, [8 leaves]. Original gray wraps, title in blue on front cover. Bound at center with twine. Solid text block, fine condition. A limited printing with Baskerville and Bulmer types on Rives Light Weight and Fabriano Ingres Text papers. One of 174 signed and numbered copies, this one listed as 64. Signed by William Bronk on the limitation page.
ENGLISH AND CHINESE LESSONS 中文英语教程

ENGLISH AND CHINESE LESSONS 中文英语教程 by CHINESE AND ENGLISH LESSON

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ENGLISH AND CHINESE LESSONS 中文英语教程
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CHINESE AND ENGLISH LESSON
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BATTLEDORE LTD (United States)
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ENGLISH AND CHINESE LESSONS 中文英语教程 New York: American Tract Society [1872]. 8vo, 188pp; publisher's green pebbled cloth. This book is designed for the Chinese to learn English 纽约：1872年美国Tract Society（非盈利）出版社出版，是一本中国人学习英文的教程，14×19cm，共188页。
Untitled [Nudes]

Untitled [Nudes] by Whipple, Sri

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Untitled [Nudes]
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Whipple, Sri
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Salt Lake City, 2010. Original pen and ink drawing [36 cm x 24 cm] / [14" x 9.5"] signed in pencil at the lower right. Elegant drawing by the Salt Lake City based artist. Sri Whipple (b.1973) is an American visual artist, born in Los Angeles and raised in Salt Lake City, Utah. He received his education from the University of Utah, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in 2000.
Hurry Up, America, & Spit
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Hurry Up, America, & Spit by BAILEY, Pearl

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Hurry Up, America, & Spit
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BAILEY, Pearl
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Sanctuary Books (United States)
ISBN
9780151430000
Condition
Very Good
Description
New York: Harcourt Brace Jovanovich, 1976. First Edition. Hardcover. Very Good/Very Good. 106 pp. 8vo. Original half red cloth, blue paper boards, original dust jacket. Bookplate of Douglas Fairbanks, Jr. First edition of this rough poetic look at the seamy side of American life, signed on title-page "First Copy 6/5/76." And inscribed on half-title "Dearest Loves of Mine Mary (Gingerbread) and Doug (acc. to face) I love you because you've cared and given of youselves. Love, Sister Pearl."
MARY ASTOR [1943] Portrait by Clarence Bull

MARY ASTOR [1943] Portrait by Clarence Bull by Clarence Sinclair Bull

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MARY ASTOR [1943] Portrait by Clarence Bull
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Clarence Sinclair Bull
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Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. No binding. Fine. Los Angeles: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, [1943]. Vintage original 8 x 10" (20 x 25 cm) black-and-white glossy silver gelatin photo. Photographer Clarence Bull's ink stamp on verso, fine. After her stint at Warner Brothers (where she played fascinating roles and won an Academy Award), Mary Astor returned to MGM where she once again played mothers. Her first was in the all-star musical Thousands Cheer, for which Clarence Bull made this portrait of her.
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Echo of Death. by ZURBO, Mark Richard.

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Echo of Death.
Author
ZURBO, Mark Richard.
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Grendel Books, ABAA/ILAB (United States)
ISBN
9780312112684
Condition
Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket
Description
NY:: St. Martin's,. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1994. Hardcover. 0312112688 . First printing. SIGNED by the author. Near fine in a near fine dust jacket. .

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