New York: The New Press, 2019. 255 pages. 8vo, green boards with gilt lettering at the spine, pictorial d.w. New York: The New Press, (2019). Inked gift inscription at the front endpaper. A near fine copy in a fine dust wrapper. More
New York: Harper's Weekly, 1899. Lithograph. Measures 15 1/2" x 43". This beautiful large supplement to the Harper's Weekly January 21, 1899 edition features images of Havana. From photographs by S. A. Cohner, the supplement features a large panoramic view of the city and harbor of Havana. Six other images includes views of Central Park, Wagons of the 7th Army Corps, Galliano Street with patriotic decorations, The United States Military Post-Office, Landing Strip of the Havana Custom House, and the..... More
London: Thames & Hudson, 2007. 168 color photographs, one map. 199 pages, tall 4to, glossy pictorial wrappers. London: Thames & Hudson, (2008). A fine copy. More
Barcelona: Berna, 1948. 20 color lithograph illustrations by Jose Prim. Prologue by Nestor Lujan. Folio, cloth, full cover pictorial label, in imitation of a cigar box. Barcelona: Editorial Barna, (1948). Very good (+). Limited Edition. One of 480 numbered copies. Palau, 179710. More
Gottingen: Sreidl, 2001. Numerous photographic illustrations of Havana's glorious decay. Oblong folio, green cloth, d.w. (Gottinggen): Steidl, (2001). First Edition. Fine. More
New York: Rizzoli, 1994. Illustrated profusely in color and black and white. 232 pages with limited text in English & Spanish. 4to, grey boards, d.w. New York: Rizzoli, (1994). A fine copy in a very good dust wrapper (tear on back flap). Havana: vibrant center of the Antilles, land of famous hotels and nightclubs, city of lush colors and eclectic architecture, oasis of tropical beaches and royal palm trees, host of Hemmingway and many other writers-- and most recently, home..... 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!
Book was received in good shape. It is a pleasure to deal with a bookseller that packages a volume so professionally!