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New York: Dodd, Mead & Company, 1937. First Edition. Hardcover. Originally serialized in Argosy in 1936. Tan cloth stamped in black on the front panel and the spine panel. Cloth is slightly soiled, name on the front free endpaper. A bright, very good copy in very good dustjacket with four closed tears, light chipping and two creases. ; Octavo.
Mythographi Latini. C. Jul. Hyginus. Fab. Planciades Fulgentius. Lactantius Placidus. Albricus Philosophus. Thomas Munckerus omnes ex libris MSS. partim, partim conjecturis verisimilibus emendavit, & commentariis perpetuis, qui instar bibliothecæ historiæ fabularis esse possint, instruxit. Præmissa est dissertatio de auctore, stylo, & ætate Mythologiæ, quæ C. Jul. Hygini Aug. Liberti nomen præfert by Munckerus, Thomas, ed - 1681
by Munckerus, Thomas, ed
Mythographi Latini. C. Jul. Hyginus. Fab. Planciades Fulgentius. Lactantius Placidus. Albricus Philosophus. Thomas Munckerus omnes ex libris MSS. partim, partim conjecturis verisimilibus emendavit, & commentariis perpetuis, qui instar bibliothecæ historiæ fabularis esse possint, instruxit. Præmissa est dissertatio de auctore, stylo, & ætate Mythologiæ, quæ C. Jul. Hygini Aug. Liberti nomen præfert
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Amstelodami (Amsterdam): Ex Officina viduæ Joannis a Someren, 1681. First Edition. Hardcover. Two volumes in one. [56], 487, [61]pp; [32], 330, [26]pp. Contemporary full calf ruled in gold on the sides, spine with five raised bands and red morocco label lettered and decorated in gold, gilt decorations on the edges, gilt inner dentelles, marbled edges and endpapers. Engraved title, portrait of Thomas Munckerus engraved by H. Caussé, and forty-three in-text exquisite engravings, all in the Poeticon Astronomicon, representing the sun, the moon, and the constellations, reproduced from those published in a 1600 edition of the Phaenomena by Aratus. Includes the Fabulae and Poeticon astronomicon by Caius Julius Hyginus; Mythologias, Continentiam Virigilianam, & libellum de Prisco Sermone by Fabius Planciades Fulgentius; Argumenta Metamorphoseon Nasonianarum by Lactantius Placidus; Commentariolum de Imaginibus Deorum by Albricus philosophus. "This is an excellent edition, and adorned with fine plates," Harwood. With the book stamp of Dublin's Brady family on the flyleaf. Spine professionally rebacked, four short, closed tears to the edge of four of the leaves (not affecting text), mild wear to the board edges. An extremely bright and clean, near fine copy. Brunet III.1982. Graesse IV.642. ; Octavo.
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The Streak
by Brand, Max (Frederick Faust)
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Vita del beato Gioanni di Parma settimo general ministro di tutto l'Ordine de' Minori
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Parma: Dalla Stamperia Reale, 1777. First Edition. Hardcover. xix, [1], 224pp. Contemporary vellum backed paper covered boards with gold lettering on the spine. Some stains to covers, stain affecting lower corner of boards and of leaves, previous owner's name to front pastedown endpaper and to title page, small wormhole to front pastedown endpaper. A very good copy. In the Italian language. ; Octavo.
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Opuscula Theologico-Moralia Ad usum Tyronum elucubrata, Et in Quotidianis Praelectionibus A. P. Dominico Viva Societatis Jesu Sacrae Theologiae Professore Suis Auditoribus Tradita In Palaestra Collegii Neapolitani eiusdem Societatis, Cupientibus, atque instantibus Theologiae Candidatis In Lucem Publicam Edita, Atque ab Auctore Dicata Eminentissimo, ac Reverendissimo Principi Francisco Sabinensi Episcopo S. R. E. Cardinali Pignatello Archiepiscopo Neapolitano..
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Patavii (Padova): Apud Joannem Manfrè, 1721. First Edition. Hardcover. Four parts in one. [16], 107, [6]pp index; [4], 121, [9]pp index; [4], 149, [10]pp index; [4], 101, [7], [43]pp + corrigenda. Half vellum and patterned paper over boards, spine lettered in gold, marbled edges. Light scattered foxing throughout, tiny worm hole to the margin of some of the leaves, some faint stains to the edges, margins trimmed, some old tears restored. A very good copy. ; Quarto.
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Frederic le Grand. [bound with] Le diner du lion d'or, ou aventures singulières arrivées en juillet 1783 au Sr Manzon, alias, Fort-en-Gueule, rédacteur de la gazette intitulée, Le Courier du Bas-Rhin
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N.D.. First Edition. Hardcover. 190pp; xvi, 175pp. Contemporary tree calf, spine elaborately decorated in gold and with red and black labels lettered in gold, all edges stained red. A series of biographical sketches and anecdotes about Frederick II of Prussia. With the bookplate of August Theodor Gausebeck on the front free endpaper and his signature and that of Frederic Guillaume de Schorlemer on the title page. Le diner du lion d'or was published in 1784 by Jean Qui-Pique. Rubbing to covers, wear to extremities, small loss to spine and joints. A good+ copy. In the French language. ; Octavo.
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A Materia Medica Animalia, Containing the Scientific Analysis, Natural History, and Chemical and Medical Properties and Uses of the Substances That Are the Products of Beasts, Birds, Fishes, or Insects. Illustrated by Colored Engravings of Original Drawings Copied from Nature
by Good, Peter Peyto
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Cambridge, MA: Published by the Author, 1853. First Edition. Hardcover. xxiv, 8, 8, 8, 8, 18, 6, 8, 8, 4, 8, 4, 12, 4, 8, 4, 16, 4, 12, 8, 12, 16, 55, [7]pp + 8pp of advertisements. Original brown cloth stamped in blind on the sides and the spine, and lettered in gold on the spine panel. Lithographed half-title and portrait frontispiece, and twenty-four hand-colored plates by E. C. Kellogg. In this copy plate #22 is bound opposite page xviii. Includes twenty-four parts, each dedicated to a different animal (with taxonomy, natural history, and characteristics), and a fifty-five page glossary. Expertly rebacked using the original cloth, some scattered foxing throughout. A bright, very good+ copy. ; Octavo.
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Vita del beato Gioanni di Parma settimo general ministro di tutto l'Ordine de' Minori
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Parma: Dalla Stamperia Reale, 1777. First Edition. Hardcover. xix, [1], 224pp. Contemporary vellum backed paper covered boards with gold lettering on the spine. Some stains to covers, stain affecting lower corner of boards and of leaves, previous owner's name to front pastedown endpaper and to title page, small wormhole to front pastedown endpaper. A very good copy. In the Italian language. ; Octavo.
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Opuscula Theologico-Moralia Ad usum Tyronum elucubrata, Et in Quotidianis Praelectionibus A. P. Dominico Viva Societatis Jesu Sacrae Theologiae Professore Suis Auditoribus Tradita In Palaestra Collegii Neapolitani eiusdem Societatis, Cupientibus, atque instantibus Theologiae Candidatis In Lucem Publicam Edita, Atque ab Auctore Dicata Eminentissimo, ac Reverendissimo Principi Francisco Sabinensi Episcopo S. R. E. Cardinali Pignatello Archiepiscopo Neapolitano..
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Patavii (Padova): Apud Joannem Manfrè, 1721. First Edition. Hardcover. Four parts in one. [16], 107, [6]pp index; [4], 121, [9]pp index; [4], 149, [10]pp index; [4], 101, [7], [43]pp + corrigenda. Half vellum and patterned paper over boards, spine lettered in gold, marbled edges. Light scattered foxing throughout, tiny worm hole to the margin of some of the leaves, some faint stains to the edges, margins trimmed, some old tears restored. A very good copy. ; Quarto.
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A Materia Medica Animalia, Containing the Scientific Analysis, Natural History, and Chemical and Medical Properties and Uses of the Substances That Are the Products of Beasts, Birds, Fishes, or Insects. Illustrated by Colored Engravings of Original Drawings Copied from Nature
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Cambridge, MA: Published by the Author, 1853. First Edition. Hardcover. xxiv, 8, 8, 8, 8, 18, 6, 8, 8, 4, 8, 4, 12, 4, 8, 4, 16, 4, 12, 8, 12, 16, 55, [7]pp + 8pp of advertisements. Original brown cloth stamped in blind on the sides and the spine, and lettered in gold on the spine panel. Lithographed half-title and portrait frontispiece, and twenty-four hand-colored plates by E. C. Kellogg. In this copy plate #22 is bound opposite page xviii. Includes twenty-four parts, each dedicated to a different animal (with taxonomy, natural history, and characteristics), and a fifty-five page glossary. Expertly rebacked using the original cloth, some scattered foxing throughout. A bright, very good+ copy. ; Octavo.
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Lingua Tersancta: or, a Most Sure and Compleat Allegorick Dictionary to the Holy Language of the Spirit; Carefully and Faithfully Expounding and Illustrating all the Several Words or Divine Symbols in Dream, Vision, and Apparition, & c.
by Freke, William
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London: Printed for the Author, 1703. First Edition. Hardcover. viii, 566pp + index and errata. Modern full clay brown sheepskin, spine decorated in gold and with vellum labels lettered in gold. A dictionary of dreams, often categorized both in an elaborate and inordinate manner. This title was the first in a series of books on dreams, based on the writer's own oneiric experiences and shrouded in mysticism. Text block is heavily toned. The edges of the first few leaves are brittle and those of the title page are chipped. Probably lacks a preliminary blank. A very good copy. Uncommon. ; Octavo.
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A Learned Summary Upon the Famous Poeme of William of Saluste Lord of Bartas. Wherin Are Discovered All the Excellent Secretts in Metaphysicall Physicall, Morall, and Historicall Knowledge. Fitt for the Learned to Refresh Theire Memories, and for Younger Students to Abreviat and Further Theire Studies: Wherin Nature Is Discovered, Art Disclosed, and History Layd Open. Translated Out of the French by T. L. D. M. P.
by [Simon Goulart]; Du Bartas, Guillaume de Salluste; Lodge, Thomas
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London: Printed for Iohn Grismand, 1621. First Edition. Hardcover. [26], 317 (but actually 315), [11], 182, 185-264, [12]pp. Recent chocolate brown half calf over marbled boards, blind tooling on the sides, spine with five raised bands, gold lettering and decorations. Engraved title in compartments representing the history of creation by Simon van de Passe, head-pieces, initials and tail-pieces, text enclosed in borders. Index and errata for the first and second week at end. The English translation of Simon Goulart's Commentaires et annotations sur la semaine de la création du monde de G. de Saluste, sieur du Bartas. Title page edges and fore edges of eleven leaves skillfully repaired. Sporadic foxing, an occasional spot and minor soiling, previous owner's name in ink on title. A very good copy. ; Folio.
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Secret Splendor (Silhouette Classics, No 11)
by Claire, Erin St (Sandra Brown)
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Silhouette, 1992. Paperback. Very Good. Sandra Brown writing as Erin St. Claire, 253 pgs
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Mars 1999 (INSCRIBED) (FIRST)
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1987 - 1st ed ("1" in number line) - INSCRIBED to include shark-faced rocket cartoon - "Exclusive Preview of the U.S. - Soviet Manned Mission - book: very good - pages show toning from age - dj: very good - some toning from age - dj in protective mylar sleeve
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Cognac a Liquid History (INSCRIBED) (FIRST)
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2001 - 1st edition - INSCRIBED by author on the title page "To Anthony Salute 18 03 05" - prior owner inscription "With love for Michelle 26 Dec 2014" - "Seen through the eyes of Salvatore Calabrese, a renowned and respected cognac expert, this book is a personal and insightful perspective on the spirit that earned its image of virility and strength from Napoleon Bonaparte." - book; very good - filled with images - tight, sound, and square - all pages are clean and unmarked, no folded page corners, dj: not price clipped [Price in UK 25.00] - small dime size chip on the back upper left corner repaired with archival tape - slight amount of scuffing - dj in protective mylar sleeve
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If I Die At Thirty (INSCRIBED)
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1975 First Edition (No Additional Printings) - INSCRIBED by the author in pink ink on the front free endpaper "With best wishes and prayers from the author - Meg Woodson + Peggie :)" Rare book to have an inscription - "A rare and unforgettable glimpse into a young girl's mind as she faces the reality of her own death: - book: very good - tight, sound, and square - back two pages are a little wavy with a from the book of sticker on the last page (see photographs) - dj: very good- - not price clipped ($4.95) - a few chips, tears, and edgewear repaired with archival tape - dj in protective sleeve
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Bloody Sunrise
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1965 - First Edition stated - A Tiger Mann Mystery - "...for Tiger is told on his wedding day that he is needed for Operation Plato." - book: very good - tight, sound, and square - no previous owner markings - dj: vibrant colors with some rubbing to the black base and abstract sun - interesting black and white photo of Spillane on the back cover - a few chips repaired with archival tape - dj in protective mylar sleeve
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More Than Forever
by McLean, Jay
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2014. Book Four in the More Than Series 8vo size trade paperback; 369 pages Please note: This book has a Mature Readers Advisory. From back: "Lucy - There is love so fierce it cannot be measured... Cameron - Forever. Everlasting. Eternal. THere is no measure of time... But our forever isn't always." Creased back cover and last few pages, worn corners. Thanks for shopping with us. 100% of your purchase benefits charity and supports literacy and life-long learning.. Trade Paperback. Good/No Jacket. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Private Press.
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Unreal Tournament Bradygames Official Strategy Guide
by Marcus, Phillip
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Bradbury & Evans, 2007. Covers PC-CD ROM/DVD ROM & Playstation 3 Computer Entertainment System 4to sized softcover; 271 heavy glossy pages with color illustrations throughout Brand new, but note some edgewear and blemish to top of back cover. Thanks for shopping with us. 100% of your purchase benefits charity and supports literacy and life-long learning.. Trade Paperback. New/No Jacket. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.
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The Birth and Death of Meaning: An Interdisciplinary Perspective on the Problem of Man
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New York: The Free Press, 1971. Second Edition. Contents include: The Man-Apes; The Origins of the Mind; The Distinctive Human; The Inner World; Socialization: the Creation of the Inner World; The New Meaning of the Oedipus Complex; Self-Esteem; Culture and Personality; Social Encounters: The Staging of Self-Esteem; Culture: the Relativity of Hero-Systems; What is Normal?; What Would A Science of Man Then Be?; Religion: The Quest for the Ideal Heroism. 228 pages. Edgewear; light wear to covers; worn corners and light creases on spine. Deeply creased spine opens flat at pages 60/61. Thanks for shopping with us! 100% of your purchase benefits charity and supports literacy and lifelong learning.. 2nd. Soft Cover. Good/No Jacket. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.
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Shoemakers Best Selections Number 5 For Readings and Recitations
by Shoemaker, J. W
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Rare original poetry book with cloth covered boards, copyright 1880 by J. W. Shoemaker & Co. This edition published in 1906 by the Penn Publishing company, Philadelphia. From the estate of my great-great grandfather.Includes many unique poems and recitations such as "To a skull", "Uncle Daniel's Introduction to a Mississippi Steamer", "The Leak in the Dyke", etc. More well-known poetry includes "Song of Birds", "Old Ironsides", and "Bannock Burn" by Robbie Burns. Light rubbing and bumps to outside spine edges. Back cover and interior cloth covered board has a stain at top. Original owner's name and address from 1908, but no other writing or marks. First 2 pages have a stain at top, but text of 192 pages of poetry and recitations is totally clean with light tanning of pages.
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A Million Miles from Boston
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2011. 8vo size hardcover with dust jacket; 215 pages. Signed by author on title page. Stated First Edition From jacket: "(Lucy) wants to get out of Boston and forget her worries about starting middle school and about her father's new girlfriend. Pierson Point is where she feels most like herself, and where memories of her mother, who died when Lucy was six, are strong and sacred. But this summer, nothing is the same. Ian, a boy from home in Boston, comes to Pierson Point...Lucy's father wants his girlfriend to become a bigger part of Lucy's life. Though Lucy struggles against change, she gradually realizes that sometimes, change is for the better. Average wear to jacket; bumped corners and head and heel of spine, owner's name on fep. Autographed Copy sticker on front of jacket; one previously folded page corner. Quotes are for illustrative purposes only and remain the property of their copyright holders. Thanks for shopping with us. 100% of your purchase benefits…
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