Rare books from Aruna Mettler

This book is a celebration of Masterpiece Theater's first decade. Alistair Cooke has converted introductory talks into essays about history and personalities and literary works that inspired and shaped the programs. he included acute studies of such Continentals as Tlstoy, Flaubert, Balzac, and Dostoyevsky. Arranged chronologically from Henry the V111 to World War 11. Absolutely amazing and a treasure that is timeless.

Making of the book in words : "Andrew Wyeth supervised this book step by step. The paintings to be reproduced (almost entire body of his major work) were photographed directly from the originals for this book." Illustration have inscriptions..
Andrew Wyeth grew up surrounded with art and artists. His father Newell C. Wyeth was a distinguished illustrator of his day. His two sister also were artists.
This book is a rare gem. And a part of American History.

"Sumter started the greatest war this land ever knew. It was far more causative significance than Pearl Harbor. It represents the Noth-South Quarrel. The author tells the story of extraordinary courage of American Military and Major Robert Anderson who was the defender of the fort." A must read for history buffs.

Originally the articles were a course of magazine series from November 1884-1887. The original suggestion (based upon the success of two articles from different points of view on the John Brown raid, in "The Century" for mont) was of eieght or ten articles of decisive battles of war, and included Editor-in-Chie, at once cordially adopted the suggestion, committing the charge of its execution to Mr. Johnson, the associate editor assisted by Mr. Buel.
These volumes are the product of a natural sequence of the magazine series.Nicolay and Hay's Life of Lincoln (1886-87) increased the monthly issue of the magazine and proved great interest in the history of Civil War. These volumes are an incredible account of the Civil War Generals, Soldiers, and Presidents and all who were part of it.

Inside jacket of the book has complete list of title. This novel has stirred public interest in the grandeur and reconstruction of the Roman Empire. The mild Claudius, moving unobtrusively among his evil relatives while recording their proud and vile history, unfold a panorama of intrigue and damning events. Poison , Blasphemy, incest, and black magic...

This book is new. Never opened or used. Excellent condition. This book is dedicated to the memory of two departed friends- Helen L. Card and E. Walter Latendorf.
"In the words of the authors: They devoted themselves to the advancement of American Illustration as a great art. Their like will never be seen again."

Theis book is in box case with three books. It is in excellent condition. Almost new. It is the story of how American precidency was created and the power behind it. Fascinating book to have. Great resource for School and college students.
Amazing photographs and illustrations.

Published for the Mueseum Of Mordern Art, New York.
The book has inscribed signatures of several noted people. It has the greatest photographic exhibition of all time-503 pictures from 68 countries. Created by Edward Steichen for MOMA. Prologue by Carl Sandburg.
The book is in excellent condition. The Dust Jacket has turned pale yellow with age. otherwise perfect.

Faulkner was a noble prize winner for his book " Soldier's Pay, Sanctury". etc
The three volumes are in a box cover you can call it dust jacket has signs of age. However, the three books are in almost new condition. The hardcover has a glowiwng aura.
It is a collectors treasure. To be passed on to several generations.

The dust jacket has slight aged symptoms otherwise in good condition. The book is in good condition.
Faulkner was a noble prize winner for Authur of Soldier's pay, Sanctury and a few other novels.

It is new. Very good condition. It is the 75th Anniversary publication of the Great Gatsby.

This is a heart touching story of Lincoln's love for toys. After his death when his body was being prepared for his final journey a room full of toys was discovered by the attendants. He was in stature a gian of a man but his heart was soft as a feather. A beautiful story of one of the greatest president's of our nation.

There thosands of book on the life of Abraham Lincoln. This ten volumes are RARE AND HISTORICAL. "This has full and Authorized Record of his Private life and Public career. By his two private secretaries. John G. Nicolay and John Hay. With the assistance of Robert Todd Lincoln and the private papers and manuscripts in his possession."Rare Photographs, Maps, Private and Official Papers in Facsimilie.
The ten volumes are in very good shape. Vol. 6 has a slight tare on the top of the spine. The insie papes are all in good condition. This collection is a treasue of American History.

Book is in excellent condition. Dust Jacket slight discoloration due to aging but in very good condition.
Opposing Grant and the Army of the Potomac was Robert. E. Lee, the last great knight of the battle. He was a god to his men and scourge to his antagonists.
A brilliant description of an important chapter in the Civil War history.

Original drapery from Lincoln home on front panel. The book was in a case which is not in good condition. Original will be shipped with the book.
The book and hard cover is in good condition. The interior of the book is almost new. Book has many personal and other illustrations. This book is priceless. It has first hand accounts from her sister Emilie (Helm), from her personal diaries, and from numerous documents and letters written to and from Mary Lincoln.