New York: Random House, 1993. Illustrated (color and b/w). 264 pages. Square 8vo, glossy printed boards, dust wrapper. New York: Random House, (1993). Fine. Inscribed by the author on free end page: "For [...] with affection Brooke" More
Cambridge: Harvard University Press, 1967. Illustrated. 8vo, cloth, d.w. Cambridge; Harvard University Press, 1967. More
New York: Knopf, 1980. Illus. 8vo, brown cloth, d.w. and cloth worn at bottom of spine. New York: Knopf, 1980. More
New York: Abrams, 1985. Illustrated (color). 256 pages. Folio, blue cloth, edgeworn & sunned dust wrapper. New York: Abrams, (1985). A very good(+) copy in very good(-) dust wrapper. More
Frontis. 8vo, cloth, d.w. Philadelphia: Lippincott, (1968). Presentation copy. vg. More
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
New York: Harper's Weekly, 1874. Woodcut on paper. From the April 18, 1874 issue of Harper's Weekly. Image measures 10.75" x 15 5/8". A view of women in need and women who help them. Winslow Homer, born in 1836 in Massachusetts, was a consummate American artist of his day. His contemporary scenes were from all strata of life. He worked until his death in 1910. Minor chipping along edges. Other Harper's Weekly Homer prints are available upon request. We have..... More
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
New York: Norton, 2007. Illustrated. x + 307pp., 8vo, cloth-backed boards. New York: W. W. Norton and Company, (2007). A very good copy in a very good dust wrapper. More
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
New York: 1971. Excellent content T.L.S. 4to. 1 page, Office of the Mayor, City of New York, June 8th 1971, to patron of the arts and philanthropist Mrs. Vincent Astor, better known as Brooke Astor, who has funded construction of a new wing being built at the Bronx Zoo to be called "Tropical Asia", in full: "I want to keep you posted on the progress being made in setting up 'Tropical Asia' at the Bronx Zoo. After some minor problems..... More
Cambridge: Harvard University Press, 1970. Two plates. 328pp, tall 8vo, cloth, dust wrapper; d.w. edge-worn & torn. Cambridge: Harvard UP, 1970. More
New York: 1988. Exceptional content T.L.S., 4to, 1 page, Cardinal's Office, New York City, August 17th 1988 to patron of teh 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
Boston: Little Brown. b/w photo illus., 615pp., 8vo, two-toned boards, d.w. Boston: Little, Brown & Co., (1999). More
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
Albany, NY: 1932. 1 page, 7 x 6 inches, Albany, New York, October 3, 1932. Written when Franklin D. Roosevelt was Governor of New York, in full: "My dear Mrs. Goodman: My husband has repeatedly declared that Muscle Shoals, like all other water power, must be owned by the people. Thank you for your good wishes. Very sincerely yours [signed Eleanor Roosevelt] ("Mrs. Franklin D. Roosevelt)." Several creases and two tiny orange stains; very good(-) condition. More
London: George Routledge, 1878. Frontis. xvi + 460pp., short, thick 8vo, decorative blue cloth; pages toned, cover lightly rubbed. London: George Routledge, (1878). first edition. A very good (+) copy. More
THANK YOU for the recent order you sent me! It arrived in perfect condition due to your excellent packing. The books are wonderful! Especially valued are the old Roman Catholic books with dust wrappers! Thanks so much.
Thanks for the note. I'm actually in NY for a few days and was hoping to get there but have to head back tomorrow. I've been stopping by the Argosy for over 60 years starting when my mother would take me there after shopping at Bloomingdale's and lunch at a long gone restaurant on the east side of Lexington between 58th and 59th that was torn down to make way for Alexander's department store; that is gone too, of course.