Search Results: Parodies from Black Cat Hill Books

New York, NY Penguin Books, 1996. Paperback First Ed thus; First Printing indicated. First Ed thus; First Printing indicated. Near Fine in Wraps: shows only the most minute indications of use: just a hint of wear to extremities; touch of wear at the head and heel of the backstrip. Binding square and secure; text clean. Very close to 'As New'. NOT a Remainder, Book-Club, or Ex-Library. 8vo. 164pp. Introduction by Dave Barry. Trade Paperback. I bought this book right after I got dumped last summer. I was looking for something to cheer myself up. The first time I read it, It made me laugh and I stopped crying. The second time through, I started saying "wow, so true!" at least once every three pages. The third time I read it, I had everything in perspective and didnt feel so bad anymore. It still makes me laugh, I reccomend it to everyone. Its the only "advice" book that ever gave me really good advice, or made me feel any better. Even if you arent "lonelyhearted"… Read More

New York, NY HarperCollins: Perennial, 1997. Paperback First Ed thus; First Printing indicated. First Ed thus; First Printing indicated. Near Fine in Wraps: shows only the most minute indications of use; binding square and secure; text clean. Just a hint of wear to extremities; faintest sunning around edges of rear panel, though titles and promos thereon remain unaffected, bold and clearly legible; mildest rubbing; pages a little tanned and a few pages near the end are faintly riffled at upper corner. Remains close to 'As New'. NOT a Remainder. NOT a Book-Club. NOT an Ex-Library copy. 8vo. 317pp. Trade Paperback.

Chicago, IL Reilly & Lee Co. , 1926. Hardcover Second edition, enlarged. Second edition, enlarged. Very Good: shows slight spine lean; light wear to extremities; very mild rubbing and faint soiling; pages have tanned a bit with age; binding secure; text clean. Despite some minor flaws, as noted, remains a handsome copy of this unique, humorous look at the family album through the eyes of an eleven year old. 8vo. Unpaginated. Illustrated by Frank Wing. Black buckram over boards. Gilt titles.

New York, NY Henry Schuman, 1951. Hardcover First Ed, unstated. First Ed, unstated. Very Good+ in Good only DJ: Book shows indications of careful use; just a touch of wear to extremities; binding square and secure; text clean. DJ shows wear to the extremities and loss to chipping at the heel of the backstrip and at the head of same as well as along the top of the front panel; mild rubbing and faint, but pervasive soiling to the rear panel; the "O" in "Hopalong" of the title on the front panel has been filled in with ink; price-clipped; mylar-protected. Overall, remains a clean, sturdy, presentable copy, structurally sound and tightly bound, showing little wear and with a clean text in a flawed but intact DJ. NOT a Remainder, Book-Club, or Ex-Library. 8vo. 134pp. Illustrations for Chapter 8, "Babykins" by George Price. Hardback with DJ.

Boston, MA Shambhala Foundation: Shambhala Lion Editions, 1991. Audio Cassette One Cassette Tape in Very Near Fine condition (it has been played, but shows no signs of it) in a clear crystal plastic case, which is in Near Fine condition, showing mildest rubbing. A colorful cardstock liner note card is present and in "Like New" condition. Overall, Near Fine. Running Time: 65 Minutes. Size: 4.25 x 2.75 x 0.7 inches. Weight: 2.5 ounces. SLE 20. Audio Cassette. The visionary humor of Lord Buckley, the "professor of Hipology" has become legendary. His live slang monologues have influenced generations of performers, including Lenny Bruce, Bob Dylan, Robin Williams, and Whoopi Goldberg. Lord Richard Buckley (1906 – 1960) was an American stand-up comedian and recording artist, who in the 1940s and 1950s created a character that was, according to The New York Times, "an unlikely persona ... part English royalty, part Dizzy Gillespie." Michael Packenham, writing in The… Read More

Gainesville, FL New Visions, 1986. Audio Cassette One Audio Cassette Tape in Good+ condition, housed in a Clear Plastic Jewel Case, which shows considerable rubbing and scuffing, but no cracks or chips [Good+]. If there was ever a card stock case with promotional material, liner notes, & etc. it is no longer present. Overall, Good+. Audio Book: Cassette Tape.

Los Angeles, CA Price Stern and Sloan, 1994. Hardcover First Edition [1994]; First Printing indicated by a full number line. SIGNED BY BOTH THE AUTHORS on title page (signatures only). First Edition [1994]; First Printing indicated by a full number line. Near Fine in Near Fine DJ: Both book and DJ show only minute indications of use. Book shows no discernible flaws, except that the binding shows the slightest lean, while remaining perfectly secure; the text is clean. The DJ shows an "Autographed Copy" sticker at the lower front panel; else flawless; the price is unclipped. Overall, just short of pristine: very close to 'As New'. NOT a Remainder, Book-Club, or Ex-Library. Oblong 8vo. (8.25 x 8.5 x .5). Unpaginated (about 43 pages). Shipping Weight: 1 pounds. Hardback with DJ.  SIGNED BY THE AUTHORS.

New York, NY St. Martin's Press, 1990. Paperback First Edition Thus; First Printing indicated. First Edition Thus; First Printing indicated ("1" present in number sequence). These are the voyages of the Starship Endocrine.Fine in Wraps: binding square and secure; text clean. Virtually 'As New'. NOT a Remainder, Book-Club, or Ex-Library. 12mo. 117pp. An unauthorized parody. "Boldly go where nobody ever wanted to go before." Mass Market Paperback. I stopped for laughing some five minutes per page. Hard core trekkies will get a great laugh out of this fun sci-fi satire.

New York, NY St. Martin's Press, 1994. Paperback First Ed thus, but later printing. INSCRIBED AND SIGNED BY AUTHOR. Near Fine in Wraps: shows only the most minute indications of use; binding square and secure; text clean. Just a hint of wear to extremities; mildest rubbing; pages tanned a bit. Very close to 'As New'. NOT a Remainder. NOT a Book-Club Edition. NOT an Ex-Library copy. Oblong 8vo. 119pp. First Ed thus, but later printing. Trade Paperback. "Tune In Tomorrow," published in 1994 collects Tom Tomorrow's comic strips from 1991-1994. During this period, Tom continues to skewer his favorite targets (in true, hilarious fashion) including the American political machine, mass media, and blind consumerism. The highlight of this book is the 10 pages or so of a travelogue to Paris that Sparky (the Penguin) undertakes - a refreshing and brilliant examination of international travel and cultural differences across the Pond.Last week I read 'Tune in Tomorrow' by Tom… Read More