The Benevolent Man: A Life of Ralph Allen of Bath.
Cambridge: Harvard University Press, 1967. Illustrated. 8vo, cloth, d.w. Cambridge; Harvard University Press, 1967. More
PHILANTHROPY
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The Public Good; Philanthropy and Welfare in the Civil War Era
New York: Knopf, 1980. Illus. 8vo, brown cloth, d.w. and cloth worn at bottom of spine. New York: Knopf, 1980. More
Typed Letter Signed
New York: 1959. Important T.L.S. 4to. 1 page, personal letterhead, New York City, February 4th 1959, to Brooke Astor, sending his condolences on the death of her husband and his close friend Vincent Astor, in full: "I was terribly sorry when I heard the announcement of Vincent's death. He was truly a great friend of mine down through the years and it was always a delight to see him and talk with him. I think our last meeting was at..... More
Moses Sheppard; Quaker Philanthropist of Baltimore.
Frontis. 8vo, cloth, d.w. Philadelphia: Lippincott, (1968). Presentation copy. vg. More
Outsider Insider; An Unlikely Success Story
New York: Marian-Darien Press, 1998. Illustrated (b/w). 266 pages. 8vo, red paper backed boards, dust wrapper. New York: Marian-Derien Press, (1998). First edition. Fine. Inscribed on flyleaf by the author: "Dear Louise [Hirschfeld], I hope you enjoy this odd life. I did. Much love Andrew" More
Typed Letter Signed to a prominent art collector
Washington, D.C. 1969. 2 pages on personal embossed stationery, 10.5 x 7.25 inches, with original free-franked envelope, Washington, D.C., June 11, 1969. Written to a prominent art collector concerning The Museum of African Art for the Nation's Capital, in part: "In recent years, as Honorary Chairman of the Museum's Board of Trustees, I have supported Warren's efforts as much as time permitted, feeling that what he began six years ago was prophetic..." Natural folds; staple holes in the top margin..... More
Typed Letter Signed
New York: 1984. Important T.L.S. Mayor of New York, 4to. 1 page, April 11th 1984, to Mrs. Vincent Astor, The Vincent Astor Foundation, thanking Brooke Astor for underwriting the landmark restoration of Gracie Mansion, in full: "How can I thank you for all that you have done to help the renovation of Gracie Mansion! You have led the way and your help and guidance have been very critical to our efforts. I was delighted to co-host the luncheon with you..... More
Lord Bishop; The Life of Samuel Wilberforce 1805- 1873.
Cambridge: Harvard University Press, 1970. Two plates. 328pp, tall 8vo, cloth, dust wrapper; d.w. edge-worn & torn. Cambridge: Harvard UP, 1970. More
Reflections in a Silver Spoon: A Memoir
New York: Morrow, 1992. Illustrated throughout in color and in black and white. 444 pages. Thick 8vo, blue cloth with silver spine lettering, d.w. (somewhat scratched and faded). New York: William Morrow and Company, (1992). First Edition. Near fine in a very good dust wrapper. More
Typed Letter Signed
New York: 1988. Exceptional content T.L.S., 4to, 1 page, Cardinal's Office, New York City, August 17th 1988 to patron of the arts and philanthropist Brooke Astor, congratulating her on a lifetime achievement, in full: "I wish to add my congratulations to those of your family and friends on you're receiving the National Medal of Arts presented by President Reagan and Mrs. Reagan. Your contribution to the Arts through the Vincent Astor Foundation has provided cultural enrichment for so many Americans..... More
Legacy: A Biography of Moses and Walter Annenberg.
Boston: Little Brown. b/w photo illus., 615pp., 8vo, two-toned boards, d.w. Boston: Little, Brown & Co., (1999). More
Typed Letter Signed on "Rockefeller Center" stationery
New York: 1948. 1 page, 7.75 x 5.75 inches, New York, April 22, 1948. Written to powerful New York attorney Frederic R. Coudert, responding to a letter of condolence, in full: "The message of sympathy from you and your wife is deeply appreciated. Please know how truly I thank you for it." One horizontal fold; very good(+) condition. American financier and philanthropist; the only son of the founder of Standard Oil. On April 8, 1948, his wife Abbey died suddenly..... More
Mark Mothersbaugh's Heaven
Los Angeles: Microsoft, Relativity, Vogue, 2011. Illustrated profusely in color. 164 pages. 4to, blue stamped cloth. Los Angeles: Microsoft; Relativity; Vogue, (2011). Near fine. More
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