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The Film Finds its Tongue, Fitzhugh Green, New York & London: G P Putnam's Sons, The Knickerbocker Press, 1929: First Edition (stated). 316 pages, 31 Photographic Illustrations. This rare first edition of Green's book is full of photographs of the men who created the talkies, the machines, the productions, and the stars of early sound films. Well ordered, easy to read history and anecdotes as well as its 31 photographs make this a real collector's gem!Condition: Original first edition, in its original cover and complete as shown. Its sections on the men, the machines, the productions and the talkie "boom" are illustrated with all of its 31 photographs. (See full table of contents and listing of illustrations in our photographs attached). The binding is firm and the cover shows wear as photographed, with the spine gilt a bit subdued but good. No library markings, writing or underlinings or marks were found within. A really good original first edition! We carefully photograph our items so that you can…
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Lexicon of Ladies' Names: with their Floral Emblems; Containing One hundred and Sixty-Two Names, with their significations. Also, One Hundred and Forty-One Flowers, with their Symbolic Language: A Gift Book for All Seasons
by Carter, Sarah C
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Lexicon of Ladies' Names: with their Floral Emblems; Containing One hundred and Sixty-Two Names, with their significations. Also, One Hundred and Forty-One Flowers, with their Symbolic Language. A Gift Book for All Seasons. by Mrs Sarah C Carter. Boston: G. W. Cotrell. 1865. 16mo (4-1/2"x 7"). 248pp. Second edition (first edition 1852). Sections: Index of Names; Index to Appendix of Names; Index of Flowers; Index to Appendix of Flowers; Lexicon of Ladies' Names; Appendix to Lexicon of Ladies' Names; The Language of Flowers; Floral Vocabulary; Index to Language of Flowers.
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The Film Finds Its Tongue, w Photographic Illustrations, 1919 FIRST EDITION
by Green, Fitzhugh
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Pee-Wee Harris (1922) & Pee-Wee Harris As Good as His word (1925), First Editions w/ Dust Jackets
by Fitzhugh, Percy Keese
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Pee-Wee Harris, 1922 First Edition with Dust Jacket, and Pee-Wee Harris As Good as His Word, 1925 First Edition with Dust Jacket. Perfect for teen or adult collector! "Approved by the Boy Scouts of America". by Percy Keese Fitzhugh, Author of Tom Slade, Roy Blakely, Westy Martin, etc.Condition: These two Pee-Wee Harris books from 1922 and 1925 are all original, complete with professionally restored dust jackets. If desired, we will provide mylar jackets for them with your sale. We carefully photograph our items so that you can review details of condition. After your review of the photos, please ask any questions or request additional photos from us so that you can make the best buying decision. **Attention International Buyers** For all standard international book orders, we will be using Asendia consolidated shipping through Biblio.com. If you should choose expedited shipping instead, we will provide you with that additional cost by the most economical Federal Express International. Once actual… Read More
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Our Girls, A Selected Series of Entertaining Stories and Rhymes for Home, School, and Kindergarten, 1914
by Sophie May, Mary D Brine, and More
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Our Girls, A Selected Series of Entertaining Stories and Rhymes for Home, School, and Kindergarten. Written by Famous American Juvenile Authors, Among them being: Sophie May, Author of Dottie Dimple; and Mary D Brine, Author of Grandma's Attic Treasures, etc. Containing Hundreds of beautiful Illustrations Including a Colored Frontispiece. 1914: The Saalfield Pub Co. Over 100 unnumbered pages.Condition: This rare and beautifully illustrated book for young girls written in 1914 is in rare, stunning condition, especially for its age! Edges of covers a bit frayed and normal smudges, etc to the cover. We found no writing, crayon, cuts, or stamps within. We carefully photograph our items so that you can review details of condition. After your review of the photos, please ask any questions or request additional photos from us so that you can make the best buying decision.*Please Note: This item will be shipped to your address of record AND will require a verified signature upon receipt. Thank you for… Read More
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Ocean to Ocean on Horseback, 1896, fully illustrated
by Glazier, Captain Willard
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Ocean to Ocean on Horseback, Captain Willard Glazier, 1896 - fully illustrated.Captain Willard Glazier, author of "Capture, Prison-Pen and Escape" had always wanted to traverse the United States of coast to coast, which he began in April, 1876. He traveled for 200 days, astride his loyal horse "Paul Revere", lecturing, often sponsored by members of the GAR (Grand Army of the Republic), donating the proceeds of his lectures to various GAR posts and ultimately to the monuments of George Custer, who died shortly after he began his journey.Captain Glazier had much to talk about, having served for three years led by Bayard, Stoneman, Pleasonton, Gregg, Custer, and Kilpatrick. He was then captured during a cavalry between Kilpatrick and Stuart in October, 1863 and was imprisoned successively at Richmond, Danville, Macon, Savannah, Charleston, and Columbia. He escaped from Columbia in November 1864 and was recaptured and escaped two more times before the end of the war.His narrative includes fascinating…
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The New Golden Trio, 1866, First Edition
by Bradbury, William B.
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The New Golden Trio: Or, Bradbury's Golden Series of Sabbath School Melodies, Comprising the "New Golden Chain," "New Golden Shower," and "Golden Censer." By William B Bradbury. New York: Published by Biglow & Main, Successors to William B Bradbury. 1866 First Edition.Condition: NOT a library book. This small book is in an old condition. It is complete and in tact with a secure binding. Its age is evident on the original covers. It has a new firm spine with the original spine piece re-applied. Please review photos and ask for more if necessary to make your best buying decision!
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Little Dwarf Nose & The Magic Whistle, 1916, First Edition
by Browne, E Gordon
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Little Dwarf Nose and The Magic Whistle, 1916 First Edition. This original one hundred year-old children's book is a real charmer! With its large print and nice big-page format, coupled with the full page color and black and white illustrations, it's a must-have for any children's book collector.Condition: This original hard-board children's book is in very good condition. The illustrations, in color and black and white, are all present. See pictures for overall good condition. We carefully photograph our items so that you can review details of condition. After your review of the photos, please ask any questions or request additional photos from us so that you can make the best buying decision.
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Agents' and Conductors Manual, Rules and Regulations...Chicago & North-Western Railway, Fremont, Elkhorn & Missouri Valley Railroad, and Sioux City & Pacific Railroad, 1893
by Chicago & North-Western Railway
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Agents' and Conductors Manual, Rules and Regulations To be Observed at Stations and Elsewhere in Collecting, Handling, Remitting and Paying Money on Account of the Chicago & North-Western Railway, Fremont, Elkhorn & Missouri Valley Railroad, and Sioux City & Pacific Railroad ,Western Avenue Station. Stamped 1893, inscribed Frank B Martin. 108 pages including Appendix.Condition: Re-backed. Date was obtained from the stamp of the Western Avenue Station. Original label on front cover as shown. Name of Frank B. Martin inscribed on first text page. We carefully photograph our items so that you can review details of condition. After your review of the photos, please ask any questions or request additional photos from us so that you can make the best buying decision.*Please Note: This item will be shipped to your address of record AND will require a verified signature upon receipt. Thank you for tracking your purchase and being available to sign for it upon delivery. We appreciate your business and hope to… Read More
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The Prodigious Adventures of Tartarin of Tarascon, Translated from the French, 1884
by Daudet, Alphonse
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Prodigious Adventures of Tartarin of Tarascon. Translated from the French of Alphonse Daudet by Robert S. Minot. 1880 Translation"Entered at the Post Office as Second Class Material in 1884". Lovell's Library No. 478. New York: John W Lovell Company, 14 & 16 Vesey Street. "The original of this work is not pure fiction, but the exaggerated biography of a hero still living near Tarascon." [From the Prefatory Note]Condition: This original 1880 Translation of No. 478 of Lovell's Library has been carefully and professionally hardbound, retaining all of the original. In its appropriate and beautiful quarter binding, it is ready for its next lifetime. The original piece was classified by the post office in 1884 by the publisher. We carefully photograph our items so that you can review details of condition. After your review of the photos, please ask any questions or request additional photos from us so that you can make the best buying decision.*Please Note: This item will be shipped to your address of… Read More
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The Bay-Path: A Tale of New England Colonial Life, First Edition, 1857
by Holland, J. G.
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The Bay-Path; A Tale of New England Colonial Life by J. G. HollandNew York: G. P. Putnam & Co. 1857 - First Edition. Dedicated to Samuel Bowles. By the author of "History of Western Massachusetts", etc. this is historical fiction of the time at its best. Authentically and professionally rebound as per photographs.Condition: Rebound as pictured. Owner signature at top of title page as shown in photos. Normal fading and occasional smudges. We carefully photograph our items so that you can review details of condition. After your review of the photos, please ask any questions or request additional photos from us so that you can make the best buying decision.*Please Note: This item will be shipped to your address of record AND will require a verified signature upon receipt. Thank you for tracking your purchase and being available to sign for it upon delivery. We appreciate your business and hope to do business with you again!
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Life and Services of Gen John A Logan as Soldier and Statesman, 1888, First Ed
by Dawson, George Francis
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Live and Services of Gen John A Logan as Soldier and Statesman. By George Francis Dawson, Ex-Librarian of the United States Senate, etc. Published by Subscription Only. Chicago and New York: Belford, Clarke & Company, 1888, First Edition. Logan served in the Mexican American War and later as a general in the US Civil War. He was a member of the US House of Representatives and later a member of the US Senate. In 1884 he was the unsuccessful Republican candidate for Vice President on the ticket with James Blaine. Condition: NOT a library book. Very good condition, with its impressed cover and firm binding. Clean interior. Re-backed with original spine piece as photographed. Please review photos and ask for more if necessary to make your best buying decision! *Please Note: This item will be shipped to your address of record AND will require a verified signature upon receipt. Thank you for tracking your purchase and being available to sign for it upon delivery. We appreciate your business and hope to do…
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Lexicon of Ladies Names: With Their Floral Emblems:
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Lexicon of Ladies Names: With Their Floral Emblems:
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Attempt on Roosevelt Life
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Cap'n Kid Goes To The South Pole
by Engle, Joanna
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Engle, Joanna. Cap'n Kid Goes To The South Pole. A Seaworld Adventure featuring Shamu, the Killer Whale. RARE. Children's Book. Used. Good, clean Condition. Softcover. Stapled binding. Random House copyright 1983. 5 ½ X 5. ISBN 0394856430. Original cover price $1.25.
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DOLLY MADISON: WOMEN OF COLONIAL AND REVOLUTIONARY TIMES
by Goodwin, Maud Wilder
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New York: Charles Scribner's Sons, 1886. First Edition . Hardcover. Good. 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall. Book is in G condition with light rubbing to edges, cocked spine, bumping & fraying to spine ends, pencil marking to FFE, owner's name to title page, a couple of small tears to title page else still a bright and solid copy. SA 6/21
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The Treasure Of Sierra Madre
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Traven, B. : The Treasure Of Sierra Madre. 1994 THORNDIKE PRESS LARGE-PRINT EDITION. Thorndike, Maine. EXLIB. Good/ No DJ if issued. ISBN0786201002. 533 pages. 5 ¾ X 8 ¾. Summary: "The story of three American adventurers who search for a lost gold mine in the mountains of Mexico. A tale of 'gold fever' and desperate greed." Basis for the Humphrey Bogart, John Houston film of the same name.
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Oregon; Or, a Short History of a Long Journey: Narrative of a Journey Across the Rocky Mountains, to the Columbia River
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YE Gallon Press, 1970. Limited Edition. #499/605. VG. Interior is tight, clean, and free of ownership marks except for one penciled notation on the flyleaf. Cloth boards show shelf and handling wear with light soiling, edge, corner, and spine wear. Overall a solid copy showing minimal signs of use. Photo is of the copy we have here at Barbed Wire Books.
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Grant Wood and Marvin Cone : Artists of an Era
by Hazel E. Brown
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Ames: Iowa State University Press, 1972. Hardcover. First Edition (stated). Flat signed and dated by author on FFEP and Inscribed by author to a friend on half-title page. Near Fine book in a Very Good jacket. Interior pristine except for author's inscription and signature. Spine straight and tight. Jacket shows light rubbing, light chipping at spine head, and light reading wear to edges. Not from a library. No remainder mark. Not clipped. xi + 150 pages. illus. A reflection of the relationships of two artists -- Grant Wood (1891-1942) and Marvin Cone (1891-1965) -- with the community of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. A loving biography by a woman who knew them both. Laid-in are two letters to the editor of the Cedar Rapids Gazette; one from Woods' sister, and another from a friend of Woods and the author.
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BOSTON ~ 150 VIEWS: One Hundred and Fifty Glimpses of Boston and Historical Surroundings
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Union News Company , New York and Boston, circa 1910, Very Good Stapled Softcover, 50 pages, 10" x 7", 150 photographs of Boston points of interest, landmarks, buildings, bridges, street views and more.
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Samuel The Seeker
by Sinclair, Upton
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Sinclair, Upton. Samuel, The Seeker Copyright 1910. Apparently published by author. No publisher stated. First Edition. States printed at Western Printing and Lithography, Racine, WI. Yellow Boards with black titling. Used. Very Good/ No Dj is Included. Rare/Scarce. A nice copy.
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Readin' 'Ritin' 'Rithmetic: Northern San Luis Obispo County Area One-Room Schools; Memories, Photos
by Anderson, Carilyn M. And Franklin, Harold A. And Nelson, Bonnie K. And Radford, Milene F. And Dollen
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El Paso de Robles Area Pioneer Museum. Very Good. 2004. No Edition Stated. Softcover. 1929117094 . Light edgewear, corners of book have light curl, small indentation to front cover; b/w photos; 172 pages .
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The DOs and DON'Ts of Yesterday: Little Book of Early American Know-How
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Illustrated with pen/ink images Sloane is known for. (2) books,a yellow and an orange (18x12cm) with gilt title on covers and spines. Paper title on dark red slipcase with signature of author. Slipcase has very minor wear to bottom fore edge.
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