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"Fats" in Fact, with a Memoir (With Letter SIGNED by Author) by Wright, Laurie; Ernie Anderson - 1992

by Wright, Laurie; Ernie Anderson

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"Fats" in Fact, with a Memoir (With Letter SIGNED by Author) by Wright, Laurie; Ernie Anderson - 1992

"Fats" in Fact, with a Memoir (With Letter SIGNED by Author)

by Wright, Laurie; Ernie Anderson

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Storyville Publications, 1992. Book. Very Good+. Hardcover. First UK Edition. 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. Black cloth hardcover with gilt and black to spine and front; no jacket; 551 pages; b&w illustrations. Very good plus condition: ownership inscription inside front, otherwise like-new. Laid in is a printed letter by the author thanking Bill (previous owner of the book) for his contributions of photos to the book, and a billing for the book; she signed the letter "Laurie." Biography of Thomas Wright "Fats" Waller (May 21, 1904 - December 15, 1943) was an American jazz pianist, organist, composer, violinist, singer, and comedic entertainer. New plastic protective jacket..
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  • ISBN 10 0902391143
  • ISBN 13 9780902391147
  • Publisher Storyville Publications
  • Date Published 1992
  • Size 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾
  • Keywords thomas wright fats waller musician composer 1904 1943 Biography of Thomas Wright "Fats" Waller (May 21, 1904 - December 15, 1943) was an American jazz pianist, organist, composer, violinist, singer, and comedic entertainer. black african america
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LUST FOR LIFE, A Novel Based on the Life of Vincent Van Gogh. This classic story is the Modern...
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LUST FOR LIFE, A Novel Based on the Life of Vincent Van Gogh. This classic story is the Modern Library #11. 1939, Stated first modern library edition, 265 Titles Listed Back of DJ with 95 Cents

by IRVING STONE, INNER DJ FLAP PriceClipped but 95 Cents Intact Light wear crease, Blank Endpapers FOXED

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MODERN LIBRARY with #11 DJ SPINE, 1939 HBDJ, 1939, Stated first modern library edition, list on the inside verso & back of the DJ numbers is titled: Which of these 265 outstanding books do you want to read? Very Good in Good+dust jacket. 1939. 1st Edition Thus. Hardcover. DJ, edgeworn and moderately chipped, is in new mylar cover. Minor foxing. ; 12mo 489 pages; Pree ZipCode Coupon on back of DJ, FADED light green Topstain. 1st Edition. Hardcover. Very Good/Good.
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Scented Gardens of the Mind
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Scented Gardens of the Mind: A Comprehensive Guide to the Golden Era of Progressive Rock (1968-1980)

by Dag Erik Asbjornsen

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Scented Gardens Of the Mind is an excellent comprehensive guide to all of Europe's major prog rock scene (with the exception of The UK and Germany who had their own separate books)in the period between 1968-1980, including: Italy, Spain, France, Scandinavia, Netherlands, Eastern Europe, Greece etc... This is a book written by a collector for collectors and prog fans it includes detailed biographies, line-ups, discographies, off-shots and occasional analysis of important albums or tracks with many covers photos illustrating nearly every page. the book is divided to several sections, each country has it's own section set up in alphabetical order. in between every section, there is a nice comics depicting the adventures of two fanatic record collectors. The writing is clear and flowing with a dash of occasional humour.
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The Ring of the Niblung: The Rhinegold & the Valkyrie
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The Ring of the Niblung: The Rhinegold & the Valkyrie

by Wagner, Richard (Armour, Margaret, Translator)

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London, New York: William Heinemann Ltd./Doubleday Page & Co., 1928. Hardcover. Very Good/No Jacket. 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. Arthur Rackham. 160pp, 34 plates with captioned tisue-guards. Grey cloth, black lettering. Corners lightly rubbed, spine faded and mottled and very readable, contents age-toned, all Rackham plates are very sound, former owner's bookplate on front free endpaper.
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Carnaval / Καρναβάλι : Suite – Ballet
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Carnaval / Καρναβάλι : Suite – Ballet: Full Score

by Mikis Theodorakis

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[xii], 159 pp. Corrigenda laid in. 1 of 500 copies. Fine, with no markings. Theodorakis sketched this out while in exile on the island of Icaria, in the late 1940s, Rallou Manou created and danced the principal role, with scenery by Spiros Vasiliou. It became quite popular and was performed many times in the 1950s. In 1988 the composer used this work in part for a ballet, Zorbas. After an introduction, Carnaval spins out a ten dance musical suite.
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Strings Attached: The Life and Music of John Williams (Signed)
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Strings Attached: The Life and Music of John Williams (Signed)

by Starling, William; Williams, John

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Biteback Publishing, 2013. First Edition. Hardcover. Collectable - Fine Condition/Near Fine. Signed by Author. ~~Signed by Starling and John Williams, with dedication to front~~Fine/Near Fine 1st edition 2013 hardback, unclipped DJ. Light edge-rub to jacket from storage only, bright and unmarked. Size: 6.25 x 1.5 x 9.75 inches. 256 pages. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: 1-2 kilos. Category: Music; Individual Composers & Musicians, Specific Bands & Groups; Signed by Author. ISBN: 1849544042. ISBN/EAN: 9781849544047. Dewey Code: 787.87092. The photos provided are of our own book, further photos may be arranged upon request. Inventory No: 086354.. 9781849544047
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Daybreak (Signed by Joan, Not Personalized)
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Daybreak (Signed by Joan, Not Personalized)

by Joan Baez

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SIGNED BY JOAN and not inscribed to anyone. An attractive 2nd printing with clean text (appears unread) and lovely boards; approaches near-fine. DJ has wear along the edges and price is clipped, but still quite appealing with a new mylar cover. Expedited shipping is welcome; signed by author.
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Looking For Gatsby (Signed & Sealed Easton Press Edition)

Looking For Gatsby (Signed & Sealed Easton Press Edition)

by Dunaway, Faye

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9780002556910 / 000255691X
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SUMPTUOUS LEATHER-BOUND EASTON PRESS EDITION SIGNED BY FAYE DUNAWAY. Brand new and still sealed in the publisher's shrinkwrap; one of only 1400 made. Expedited shipping is welcome; signed by author.
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Iron Man: My Journey... (Ships from US, Signed, Imported from UK)
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Iron Man: My Journey... (Ships from US, Signed, Imported from UK)

by Tony Iommi

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9781849833219 / 1849833214
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SIGNED BY TONY and imported by me directly from his website during the brief period of availability. Ships from the US. Brand new softcover edition, but bumped at lower spine (see photo). Expedited and international shipping are welcome, signed by author.
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Simple Dreams (Signed on title page, Not a bookplate)
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Simple Dreams (Signed on title page, Not a bookplate)

by Ronstadt, Linda

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9781451668728 / 1451668724
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SIGNED IN PERSON BY LINDA RONSTADT without inscription directly to the title page. Nicely signed with full name before her handwriting became impaired. A lovely 2nd printing in near-fine condition; includes a clear mylar cover for your dust jacket. Expedited and international shipping are welcome; Bk 18, signed by author.
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The Lives of Brian (Signed in Person, Not Tipped-in)
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The Lives of Brian (Signed in Person, Not Tipped-in)

by Johnson, Brian

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9780063046382 / 0063046385
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SIGNED BY BRIAN directly to the title page along with "Cheers!" This copy signed under the auspices of Alabama Booksmith and includes their COA; this is NOT a tipped-in signature! True 1st US printing in as new gift-worthy condition; looks terrific with a new mylar cover added to dust jacket. Expedited and international shipping are welcome; signed by author.
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Fats in Fact: A Bio-discography of Thomas Fats Waller

by Wright, Laurie; Ernie Anderson

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Storyville Publications, 1992. First Edition (1992.) Hardcover without dust jacket as issued. 8vo with 552 pages. Signed on a laid in note to previous owner, "Thanks Larry, Laurie." The book is in very good condition. Interior is clean and tight. There are 2 faint white smudges to rear cover. Pictures available upon request. Fats Waller was a American jazz pianist, composer, singer, and actor. Black cloth spine/Gold text. #033995. Signed. 1st Edition. Hardcover. Very Good/No DJ Issued. 8vo. Music / Fats Waller .
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"Fats" in Fact, with a Memoir from Ernie Anderson

by Wright, Laurie with Ernie Anderson & others

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Chigwell: Storyville Publications. Fine copy. 1992. 1st. hardcover. 8vo, 552 pp., Signed by the author, Laurie Wright, on the title page. .
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Nijinsky and the Last Years of Nijinsky

Nijinsky and the Last Years of Nijinsky

by Nijinsky, Romola

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Nijinsky, Romola. Nijinsky and the Last Years of Nijinsky. The Definitive Biography Copyright 1980. Simon and Schuster stated First Impression Thus. Number line starts with 1. EXLIB. Good Condition/ VG original dust jacket. 260 pages, indexed. ISBN0671411233. PERFORMING ARTS, RUSSIA, BALLET, VASLAV NIJINSKY. Summary: "The life of Vaslav Nijinsky is not merely a record of a great dancer's artistic triumphs; it is one of the strangest stories ever written. There is madness everywhere. From the child's first appearance with a troupe of wandering Russians to that last terrible performance, his "Marriage With God" , it is a growing chaos of madness, abnormality, distortion, genius and beauty." 260 pages, indexed. 5 3/4 X 8 3/4.
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Trial by Jury

Trial by Jury

by W. S. Gilbert, Arthur Sullivan

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69 pp. + ads. Plate 17453. Vocal score, wraps, quarto 8.5 x 11 in. Front cover reattached with Japan paper, some wear to spine and edges, yet very good. Likely a printing from 1992-, given the 62 W. 45th St. address on the wraps. Printed in England. Trial by Jury is a one-act comic opera that could be considered a seminal venture in their partnership. It premiered at the Royalty Theatre in London in March, 1875.
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SKIFFLE:; The Story of Folk-song with a Jazz Beat. With a Foreword by Lonnie Donegan (The King of...

SKIFFLE:; The Story of Folk-song with a Jazz Beat. With a Foreword by Lonnie Donegan (The King of Skiffle)

by Bird, Brian

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London: Robert Hale, 1958. First Edition. Hardcover. Very Good/Good +. 119pp, index; 13pp illus from photographs. Bound in pictorial boards, dust jacket. 8" x 5.25" This first book on the subject traces the history of skiffle from its slave and jazz roots through the 1950s. The second part of the book is a how-to for forming a skiffle band as well as a look at the "origins, progress and personalities" of Britain's most popular skiffle bands.
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The Pirates of Penzance in Full Score

The Pirates of Penzance in Full Score: New Edition by Carl Simpson and Ephraim Hammett Jones

by W. S. Gilbert, Sir Arthur Sullivan

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272 pp. Quarto, 9 x 12 in. Illustrated wraps, near fine, only the slightest wear covers. Full score. New edition by Carl Simpson and Ephraim Hammett Jones. Official Premiere: December 31, 1879, Fifth Avenue Theater, New York, New York, USA; London Premiere: April 3, 1880, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Company, Orchestra and Chorus Opera Comique, Arthur Sullivan, conductor.
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Bob Dylan: From a Hard Rain to a Slow Train
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Bob Dylan: From a Hard Rain to a Slow Train

by Barry; Dowley, Tim Dunnage

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Turnbridge Wells: Midas Books; New York: Hippocrene Books, [1982], First Edition, 8vo, [11] 176pp [2], photos on 2 plates. Hardcover, red cloth covered boards with dust jacket. Very Good + condition. Pages are unmarked with slight toning and slight foxing to top page edges. Slight shelf wear to dust jacket. Please see photos for specifics. A portion of all book sales from Babcock & 68th are donated to charity.
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The Influence Of Music On History And Morals: A Vindication Of Plato

The Influence Of Music On History And Morals: A Vindication Of Plato

by Scott, Cyril

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London: The Theosophical Publishing House Ltd., 1928. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Good/No Jacket. X, 245 Pp. First Printing. Blue Cloth, Gilt, With Blindstamped Border On Front Cover. Lightly Used, Pinpoint Fray At Each Of Two Lower Tips, But Spine Frayed Across Top Down To Edge Of Page Block, 1/2" Fray Along Top Spine Edges And Bottom Rear Spine Edge, Hinges Tight, No Names Or Marks, Very Light Foxing To Endpapers, Title Page, And To Edges Of The Page Block. Quite Scarce In The Trade.
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PIOBAIREACHD AND ITS INTERPRETATION: CLASSICAL MUSIC OF THE HIGHLAND BAGPIPE

by MacNEILL, SEUMAS & FRANK RICHARDSON

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9780859764407 / 0859764400
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Edinburgh: John Donald Publishers, 1996. 1st Edition . Soft cover. Very Good/No Jacket, As Issued. 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. pp: 130. FIRST PAPERBACK EDITION. The author, an acknowledged authority on the subject, describes the structure and history of Piobaireachd. A very good copy with moderate edge wear on the covers and some fading of the colour on the rear panel.
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The Sorcerer: An Original Modern Comic Opera

The Sorcerer: An Original Modern Comic Opera

by W. S. Gilbert, Arthur Sullivan

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137 pp. Vocal score, a slight tilt to spine, light wear to wraps, else fine. Quarto, 8.5 x 11 in. "New Edition." An original modern comic opera in two acts, words by W. S. Gilbert, music by Arthur Sullivan. G&S's third production. Based on a story, The Elixir of Love, that Gilbert published in 1876 in The Graphic.
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The Messiah: An Oratorio for Four-Part Chorus of Mixed Voices, Soprano, Alto, Tenor, and Bass...

The Messiah: An Oratorio for Four-Part Chorus of Mixed Voices, Soprano, Alto, Tenor, and Bass Soli and Piano

by Handel, G.F

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Handel,G.F: The Messiah, An Oratorio. 1912 First Edition. G. Schirmer, Inc. New York. G. Schirmer's Editions of Oratorios and Cantatas for Four-Part Chorus of Mixed Voices, Soprano, Alto, Tenor and Bass Soli and Piano by G.F. Handel. VOCAL SCORE COMPLETE. 252 pages. 7 X 10 3/8. Softcover.
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Whitney's Rapid Method for the Piano-Forte: Foreign Fingering Edition

Whitney's Rapid Method for the Piano-Forte: Foreign Fingering Edition

by W. W. Whitney

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D. W. Crist, Alliance, OH, 1902. Hardcover. Fair Condition/No Dust Jacket. Size: 4mo - over 9 3/4" - 12" tall. 182 pp. Pages are yellowed, but are tight and clean. Heavy shelfwear to the cover. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: 2 - 3 pounds. Category: Music; Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 001390. . Additional shipping charges may apply.
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