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The Hobbit

The Hobbit by Tolkien, J. R. R. (John Ronald Reuel)

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Seller: B & B Rare Books, Ltd., ABAA
Title
The Hobbit
Author
Tolkien, J. R. R. (John Ronald Reuel)
Seller
B & B Rare Books, Ltd., ABAA (United States)
Condition
Near Fine
Description
Boston and New York: Houghton Mifflin Company, 1938 Illustrated by the author, with four color and nine black-and-white illustrations, and map endpapers printed in red and white. First American edition, first printing, first state, with "1938" and bowing flautist to title page, incorrect map placement on list of illustrations, and Chapter VII mistakenly identified as "Chapter VI" on page 118. Publisher's tan cloth, with front board and spine lettered in blue, and bowing hobbit in red to front board; lacking the scarce original dust jacket. Near fine, with light toning to spine, a touch of soiling to boards, vibrant lettering and decoration to cloth, and a hint of rubbing to spine ends and bottom corners. Overall, an exceptional copy of this classic work, with very clean pages. Housed in a custom black slipcase stamped in gilt. The Hobbit is a fantasy children's novel that precedes Tolkien's 1954-1955 epic trilogy The Lord of the Rings. It tells the story of Bilbo Baggins, a well-do-to hobbit with just enough sense of adventure, as he joins the wizard Gandalf and a troupe of thirteen dwarves in a quest to retake the Lonely Mountain, the dwarves' rightful kingdom, from its captor Smaug, a fearsome dragon. Bilbo, hired as the "burglar" of the group despite having none of the necessary qualifications, is initially more a burden than aid, but transforms into an important team member after finding a magic ring that makes him invisible. The plot, which takes place around 150 years before The Fellowship of the Ring, concludes with the Battle of Five Kingdoms, a struggle between good and evil that pits the kingdoms of dwarves, men, and elves against the more sinister goblins and wargs. The Hobbit received immediate critical and commercial success, and Tolkien's publishers requested a sequel - a proposition that developed into The Lord of the Rings. In the trilogy, Tolkien expands upon Bilbo's finding of the magic ring, which proves to be the lost property of the Dark Lord Sauron and inadvertently begins a chain of events that ultimately lead up to the War of the Ring in The Return of the King. After completing The Lord of the Rings, Tolkien made a few substantial edits to The Hobbit to ensure its congruence with the trilogy. Interestingly, Tolkien cites William Morris as a major inspiration for his novels, specifically the interest in Nordic mythology, the hand-drawn illustrations, and emphasis on craftsmanship. . First American Edition. Hard Cover. Near Fine. Illus. by Tolkein, J. R. R. (John Ronald Reuel).
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Statuta Inclytae by NICCOLINO Francisco Abbate

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$950.00
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Seller: Bauman Rare Books
Title
Statuta Inclytae
Author
NICCOLINO Francisco Abbate
Seller
Bauman Rare Books (United States)
Description
1680. (AVIGNON—LAW) NICCOLINO, Francisco Abbate. Statuta Inclytae Civitatis Avenionis. Avenione [Avignon]: Laurent Lemolt, 1680. Quarto, contemporary full dark brown calf, gilt-decorated spine, raised bands. $950.Rare 17th-century Latin edition of the statutes of the town of Avignon, printed in Avignon, in contemporary calf-gilt. While most of the text is in Latin, the chapter on bakers and bread (26)—detailing permissible weights and prices—is in French. Chapter 34 contains laws regarding the Jews of Avignon.From 1309-77, during the Avignon Papacy, seven successive popes resided in Avignon. In 1348 Pope Clement VI actually bought the town from Joanna I of Naples. The town remained under papal control until 1791 when, during the French Revolution, it became part of France. Editions were also published in 1570 and 1612. Text in Latin. Front inner hinge expertly repaired, minor foxing to text. Light rubbing and wear to sound and attractive contemporary calf binding, gilt bright. A handsome volume.
A novelette and other prose (1921-1931). To publishers

A novelette and other prose (1921-1931). To publishers by WILLIAMS, William Carlos

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Seller: Rootenberg Rare Books & Manuscripts
Title
A novelette and other prose (1921-1931). To publishers
Author
WILLIAMS, William Carlos
Seller
Rootenberg Rare Books & Manuscripts (United States)
Description
[Toulon]: [Imprimerie F. Cabasson], 1932. FIRST EDITION. An uncut and partially unopened copy in the original printed wrappers. First edition, containing several poems, essays and stories many of which were to later appear in periodicals. “While tearing around tending the sick I’ve composed a novelette in praise of my wife whom I have gotten to know again. . . .” [taken from an unpublished letter printed in Wallace]. Wallace, A12.
Play It Again, Sam (Collection of 6 stills from the 1969 Broadway stage play)

Play It Again, Sam (Collection of 6 stills from the 1969 Broadway stage play) by Woody Allen (playwright, starring); Joseph Hardy (director); Leo Stern (photographer); Diane Keaton, Tony Roberts, Jerry Lacy, Sheila Sullivan, Barbara Brownell, Diana Walker, Jean Fowler, Cynthia Dalbey, Lee Ann Fahey, Barbara Press (starring)

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Seller: Royal Books
Title
Play It Again, Sam (Collection of 6 stills from the 1969 Broadway stage play)
Author
Woody Allen (playwright, starring); Joseph Hardy (director); Leo Stern (photographer); Diane Keaton, Tony Roberts, Jerry Lacy, Sheila Sullivan, Barbara Brownell, Diana Walker, Jean Fowler, Cynthia Dalbey, Lee Ann Fahey, Barbara Press (starring)
Seller
Royal Books (United States)
Description
New York: Sabinson, 1969. Collection of 6 vintage black-and-white still photographs from the 1969 Broadway play, written by and starring Woody Allen, as well as Allen's first production with a young Diane Keaton. Each photo with a mimeograph snipe on the verso crediting photographer Leo Stern and the Sabinson Agency, along with a credits blurb. "Play It Again, Sam" was the third play by Woody Allen to be staged on Broadway (following "From A to Z" in 1960 and "Don't Drink the Water" in 1966). It was also the first-and last-play in which he would star, choosing to permanently invest his persona in his own films. The play was notable too as the debut of Diane Keaton (featured in one of the photos here), who would reprise her role in the 1972 film version and go on to be Allen's most famous muse. The play opened at the Broadhurst Theatre on February 12, 1969, and ran for a healthy 453 performances, closing on March 14, 1970. About a year later, Bananas directed by and starring Allen, would be released, featuring the screen debut of Woody Allen's "Allan Felix" persona developed for this play, one whose variations would grace over 50 films for decades to come. 8 x 10 inches. Fine.
Extraction of Signals from Noise

Extraction of Signals from Noise by L.A. Wainstein and V.D. Zubakov

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Seller: Appledore Books, ABAA
Title
Extraction of Signals from Noise
Author
L.A. Wainstein and V.D. Zubakov
Seller
Appledore Books, ABAA (United States)
Condition
Near Fine
Description
Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, 1962. Cloth. Near Fine/Very Good +. A solid, well-preserved copy of the 1962 1st American edition, translated from its original Russian by Richard A. Silverman. Tight and Near Fine in a crisp, VG+ dustjacket, with mild rubbing and creasing along the panels. Octavo, part of Prentice-Hall's "International Series in Applied Mathematics
LE GRAND LIVRE DES METIERS DE BOUCHE

LE GRAND LIVRE DES METIERS DE BOUCHE by Auber, Guy & Michel Caillard, Jacques Charrette, Jean-Claude Frentz, and Michel Pinel

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Title
LE GRAND LIVRE DES METIERS DE BOUCHE
Author
Auber, Guy & Michel Caillard, Jacques Charrette, Jean-Claude Frentz, and Michel Pinel
Seller
lizzyoung bookseller (United States)
Condition
Faux leather, title in gilt. Very good, in very good dust wrapper
Description
Paris: ERTI-LECERF, 1980. Hardcover. Faux leather, title in gilt. Very good, in very good dust wrapper. 816 pages. 28 x 22 cm. Presentation copy to the "Queen of the Mediterranean" - Paula Wolfert. "A Paula Wolfert, En toute sympathie, Jean Claude Frentz." This comprehensive French reference book focuses on the various professions related to food and culinary arts such as catering, cooking, baking, butchery, and other culinary professions. The book provides detailed descriptions of the history, techniques, and cultural significance of these professions within French gastronomy. Richly illustrated, featuring extensive iconography and color photographs. Text in French. Interior and boars clean and crisp. Dust wrapper lightly rubbed at the edges. Covered in protective mylar.
THANKSGIVING": FIVE PRINTS FROM THE NEW YORKER [With] MINI COMIC

THANKSGIVING": FIVE PRINTS FROM THE NEW YORKER [With] MINI COMIC

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Title
THANKSGIVING": FIVE PRINTS FROM THE NEW YORKER [With] MINI COMIC
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Second Story Books, ABAA (United States)
Description
The ACME Novelty Library. Loose folio. Five folio prints and one mini comic from the New Yorker's inside folder. Prints are each folded horizontally along their middle. Prints are dated between October 3, 2005 and November 27, 2006. All prints in Very Good condition. Storage folder in Very Good condition, with very minor spot of scuffing to front cover. Stored at Rockville Room E. 1409943. Special Collections.
STAUNTON MILITARY ACADEMY. CATALOGUE. [1936-1937]

STAUNTON MILITARY ACADEMY. CATALOGUE. [1936-1937]

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STAUNTON MILITARY ACADEMY. CATALOGUE. [1936-1937]
Seller
Black Swan Books, Inc. (United States)
Condition
Very Good binding
Description
1936. Hard Cover. Very Good binding. A handsomely produced calendar for the Staunton Military Academy, which was founded which was founded by Confederate veteran William H. Kable, and which closed it’s doors in 1976. In blue paper-covered boards backed in darker blue cloth with titling in gold and a gold foil pastedown with a photographic image of a cadet. ~~This elaborate catalogue is 117 pages, with photographs throughout. It covers “Character and Purpose”. the structure of the school; academics and studies; activities and athletics; the Junior School; standards of conduct; such things as “What Your Son Should Bring With Him” (e. g. 5 shirts, any color--should not be expensive); oddly, a partial list of parents of Staunton graduates.~~There are several pages of testimonials, which have a certain charm. We particularly Harry Conway of Brooklyn’s statement: “Mrs. Conway joins me in extending appreciation for all you and your fine staff have done for the boy; our only regret being that we haven’t a few more sons to send you.”~~Uncommon. Not found on OCLC. Very Good binding.
Almanacco della Rivoluzione, 1908

Almanacco della Rivoluzione, 1908

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Title
Almanacco della Rivoluzione, 1908
Seller
Bolerium Books Inc., ABAA/ILAB (United States)
Description
Paterson, NJ: Libreria Sociologica, 1907. 62, [ii, 4 p. catalog of other anarchist works from the same publisher], covers missing. Apparently the only issue published under this title. Includes articles about contemporary events, a calendar of historical anarchist events arranged by date, and selections of poetry and prose by noted anti-authoritarians.
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Jarbas Lopes: Cicloviaera: A Social Studies Initiative by Zeitlen, Marilyn A. and John D. Spiak

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Title
Jarbas Lopes: Cicloviaera: A Social Studies Initiative
Author
Zeitlen, Marilyn A. and John D. Spiak
Seller
Mullen Books, Inc. ABAA / ILAB (United States)
ISBN
9780981795706
Condition
VG
Description
Tempe, Arizona: Arizona State University Art Museum, 2007. Softcover. VG. Red stapled wraps; Unpaginated, 16 pp.; Profusely illustrated with color photos. Accompanied the 2007 residency and exhibition of Jarbas Lopes at the Arizona State University Art Museum.

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