New York: Museum of Modern Art, 1996. Black & white photographic illustrations. 192 pages. Slim 4to, dark green cloth, pictorial d.w. New York: The Museum of Modern Art/Abrams, (1996). Signed by Galassi at the half-title page. A fine copy in a fine dust wrapper. More
New York: Norton, 1992. 957 pages, thick 8vo, black cloth, d.w. New York: W. W. Norton & Company, (1992). A near fine copy in a very good dust wrapper. More
New York: Times Books, 1986. Illustrated. ix + 357 pages, 8vo, cloth-backed boards, d.w. New York: Times Books, (1986). First edition. A near fine copy in a near fine dust wrapper. Inscribed and signed by Safire on half-title page. More
New York: Random House, 1992. Illus. 8vo, 1/2 black cloth, d.w. N.Y.: Random House, (1992). Near Fine. More
Franklin. Illustrated by George Jones. 535 pages. Thick 8vo, gilt-stamped navy leather, all edges gilt. Franklin Library, 1977. A fine copy. Limited first edition. More
I thought you'd find this interesting: I learned of Argosy by reading a bit of "bad" publicity in the book "Used and Rare" by Lawrence and Nancy Goldstone; no doubt you're familiar with it. (It was unfortunate that the authors had to grind their ax in print in what was an otherwise enjoyable book.) But I had never heard of Argosy before and my curiosity was piqued, so negative comments notwithstanding, I decided to pay a brief visit to the store. I reserved a book (long sought-after) ahead of time because I knew I'd be on an extremely tight schedule with several stops to make in just a few hours' time. Calling to reserve the book was a pleasant, very efficient experience, with a prompt return call to confirm availability. When I stopped in to purchase the book, the greeting (by one of the sisters, I'm not sure which) was extremely pleasant, the service so prompt and also she informed me of a signed letter by the subject I was interested in (unfortunately, I was unable to purchase the letter that day). I found the photo of Lawrence Olivier and Vivien Leigh as Caesar (or Antony?) and Cleopatra which hangs over the register very interesting-- had seen it before in a book. My only disappointment was that I was unable to actually spend time in the store-- it looked so inviting! But I will make it a point to spend time there on my next visit. So you see, even bad publicity can be very beneficial! Thank you for an enjoyable, if brief, experience!
Your wonderful antique book Third Year of the War" written by Edward A Pollard and published by Charles B Richardson arrived Today in Australia. I'm very excited to be the new owner of this Historical record of the American Civil War - this wonderful book has found a good home. Kindest Regards