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By: Allende, Isabel
Price: $35.00
Publisher: Scranton, Pennsylvania, HarperCollins: 2005
Edition: First
Seller ID: cfe10915
ISBN: 0060778970
Condition: Fine
First Printing (1-10) A superb and very fine copy in an unclipped and mylar protected very fine dustjacket--flawless from head to toe. From the highly acclaimed South American novelist and author of "House of Spirits"---comes this new novel of the saga of Zorro. The Los Angeles Times Book Review has called Allende "A Genius". A follower of the writing style introduced by Marquez and Rushdie "Magical Realism". A very collectable copy. View more info
Price: $125.00
Publisher: New York, Viking Press: 2005
Edition: First
Seller ID: cfe10952
ISBN: 0670033359
Condition: Very Fine
First Printing (1-10) A stunning first printing of a Pulitzer Prize winning novel--fine in a fine unclipped and mylar protected dustjacket. There is only the previous owner's name written neatly in ink on the front free endpaper--otherwise book and D/J are in flawless condition. The suprise winner of the Pulitzer Prize for literature in 2005---Brooks very inventive story of the perspective of the Civil War from the "Captain March" father character from Alcott's "Little Women". A deeply moving war story in collectable condition. The first few pages will have you hooked---where Chaplain March is... View more info
Price: $30.00
Publisher: Westminster, Maryland, Random House: 2005
Edition: First
Seller ID: cfe10979
ISBN: 1400061504
Condition: Very Fine
First Printing (1-10) A stunning first print copy in very fine condition in a very fine and unclipped dustjacket--mylar protected. A splendid work of fiction about the "Metropolis"---the city of New York after the Civil War--the turbulent years. The splendour and violence of America's greatest city in the years after the Civil War, as young immigrants climb out of the urban chaos and into the American Dream. A very collectable copy. View more info
By: Hicks, Robert
Price: $30.00
Publisher: Boston, Massachusetts, Warner Books: 2005
Edition: First
Seller ID: cfe10930
ISBN: 0446500127
Condition: Very Fine
First Printing (1-10) A splendid very fine copy in an unclipped and mylar protected very fine dustjacket. A historical novel concerning the battle for Franklin, Tennessee, a debut novel with an amazing story of a love lost and a woman's commitment to 1,900 soldiers buried in her back yard--and of a once wounded soldier who stole her heart and returns to ask if she has room for one more gravestone. A remarkable story and a terrific first novel in collectable condition. View more info
Price: $125.00
Publisher: U.S.A., Random House: 1989
Edition: First Printing
Seller ID: cfe14243
ISBN: 0394565614
Condition: Fine
From an auction of modern first editions which included an Auction Lot of James Michener signed 1st editions---and with the auction tag laid into the book--a fine copy in a fine unclipped dustjacket. This copy is signed by Michener on the title page without inscriptions--a superb collectible copy. Clean and tight--- without any evidence of previous ownership. As New--flawless condition. Protected in an archival dustjacket cover. Mapped endpapers and paste downs--front and verso--Decorated salmon colored cloth boards with gold and copper lettering and decorations. You simply will not find a nic... View more info
By: James Michener
Price: $195.00
Publisher: USA, Modern Library (Random House): 1957
Edition: First Printing
Seller ID: cfe15905
Condition: Fine
A superb and fine copy in a price-clipped near fine dustjacket. This copy is signed by Michener, signature only, on the title page. A tight and clean totally unmarked copy in as new condition--the dustjacket is price clipped or would also be fine. Stories and articles of Michener included in this little book "Tales of the South Pacific" "Return to Paradise", "The Voice of Asia" and the complete text of "The Bridges of Toko-Ri". In the forward by Michener--he contemplates the publication of his first book, "Tales of the South Pacific" interestingly relating how neither he nor the publisher thou... View more info
By: James Michener
Price: $150.00
Publisher: U.S.A., Random House: 1963
Edition: First Printing
Seller ID: cfe14052
Condition: Near Fine
From an auction of modern first editions with the auction tag placed inside the book--a near fine copy in a near fine unclipped dust jacket. This copy is signed by the author on the half title page without inscriptions. A tight and unmarked copy with no evidence of previous ownership. Some light toning to the page edges--otherwise fine. The dust jacket is complete and unclipped with no tears or chips-one very small wrinkle to the rear bottom panel--and some light toning to the back panel--otherwise would also be fine. A nice collectible copy--hard to find in this condition. Set in Afghanistan-... View more info
By: James Michener
Price: $100.00
Publisher: U.S.A., Random House: 1968
Edition: First Printing
Seller ID: cfe15405
Condition: Fine
A superb fine copy in a very good dustjacket. This copy is signed by Michener on the title page--signature only without any inscriptions. This is a first print copy with "First Printing" on the copyright page. A huge book--818 pages--Michener never did anything half-heartedly--was a prolific author who loved to travel the world and explore the regions he wrote about--mixing historical fact together with characters and fiction--he almost single handedly developed the historical novel genre in modern American literature. This copy of Iberia is tight and clean throughout with a tight binding and ... View more info
By: James Michener
Price: $95.00
Publisher: U.S.A., Random House: 1992
Edition: First Printing
Seller ID: cfe15874
ISBN: 0679416498
Condition: Fine
A superb fine copy in an unclipped and near fine dustjacket. This copy is signed by Michener on the title page--signature only without inscription. A tight and clean copy in unread unopened condition in an unclipped dustjacket that has only a slight wrinkle to the rear lower panel over the bar code--otherwise would also be fine. View more info
By: McMurtry, Larry
Price: $45.00
Publisher: Riverside, New Jersey, Simon & Schuster: 1997
Edition: First
Seller ID: cfe10940
ISBN: 0684811529
Condition: Fine
First Printing (1-10). A handsome and fine copy with only a couple of light scratches across the front decorative board--in an unclipped and fine dustjacket. "See-Through" dustjacket with decorative boards showing "Zeke and Ned". Tight, clean and square. The story of the last two Cherokee warriors. Flatsigned by McMurtry only. Historical fiction at it's absolute best. View more info
By: McMurtry, Larry
Price: $75.00
Publisher: Riverside New Jersey, Simon & Schuster: 1990
Edition: First
Seller ID: cfe11127
ISBN: 067168518X
Condition: Very Fine
First Printing 1990. A rare McMurtry signature on the title page. A very fine copy in an unclipped and mylar protected near fine dustjacket. Very minor rubbing on back of dustjacket only. Clean, straight and square copy. From the prolific Pulitzer Prize winning author of "Hud" (Horsemen Pass By), "Terms of Endearment" and "Lonesome Dove". McMurtry singles out Calamity Jane and argues that she was one of America's first "superstars" as folklore hero. An excellent historical novel written by one of America's best storytellers. Signed and collectable. View more info
By: McMurtry, Larry
Price: $350.00
Publisher: Riverside, New Jersey, Simon & Schuster: 1989
Edition: First
Seller ID: cfe11189
ISBN: 0671642677
Condition: Very Fine
First Edition/First Printing (1-10). A beautiful and very fine copy in a fine and unclipped dustjacket--this copy handsomely signed by McMurtry on the front endpaper and presented to Marvin Sloman. This copy is from the original collection of McMurtry friend David Grossblatt, and includes an enclosed magazine article from 1985 examining the book scouting relationship and friendship between McMurtry and Grossblatt--a Dallas collector. Very minor rubbing from shelfwear to D/J only--still crisp and clean as a brand new copy--very collectable with early complete McMurtry signature. View more info
By: McMurtry, Larry
Price: $50.00
Publisher: Riverside, New Jersey, Simon & Schuster: 2003
Edition: First
Seller ID: cfe12008
ISBN: 0743233034
First Edition/First Printing 2003. Signed by McMurtry on the title page. An impressive and fine unread copy in a fine unclipped dustjacket. For any reader who loves the Western Genre, Mr. McMurtry is the cream of the crop. Author of "Lonesome Dove", his major award winning classic, "The Wandering Trail" is volume two of the "Berrybender Narratives" that is set in the adventurous West of 1830's America. Collectable condition. Protected in a BrodArt glassine jacket. View more info
By: McMurtry, Larry
Price: $80.00
Publisher: Riverside, New Jersey, Simon & Schuster: 2002
Edition: First
Seller ID: cfe12006
ISBN: 0743233026
First Edition/First Printing 1-10. A handsome fine copy in a fine unclipped dustjacket---signed by the author on the title page. From the author of "Lonesome Dove"--"Sin Killer" is the first installment of "The Berrybender Narratives" chronicling the adventures of a great English sporting family. McMurtry is the prolific author of not only period Western adventures but also great works of fiction like "Terms of Endearment" and "The Last Picture Show". Rare signed copy View more info
By: McMurtry, Larry
Price: $50.00
Publisher: Riverside, New Jersey, Simon & Schuster: 2003
Edition: First
Seller ID: cfe12017
ISBN: 0743233034
Condition: Fine
First Printing (1-10) A very handsome first print copy in fine condition in an unclipped and fine dustjacket--signed by McMurtry on the half title page. All signatures are guaranteed. This is Volume II of the Berrybender Saga---Volume I was "Sin Killer". An English aristocratic family settles in the plains of America in and around the four major plains rivers. Historical fiction at it's best with inclusion of characters from American folklore. View more info
By: McMurtry, Larry
Price: $90.00
Publisher: Riverside New Jersey, Simon & Schuster: 1987
Seller ID: cfe12392
ISBN: 0671625330
First Printing 1987. A handsome copy in near fine condition in a very good dustjacket--unclipped. This copy is signed by McMurtry on the title page. There is a medium bump to the top corner and the normal S&S colophon ink print remainder to the text block--the dustjacket has minor rubbing and a small crease--a nice collectible copy. Dedicated to actress Cybil Shepherd. The sequel to "The Last Picture Show" which starred Shepherd. From a McMurtry specialist. View more info
By: McMurtry. Larry
Price: $75.00
Publisher: Riverside, New Jersey, Simon & Schuster: 1991
Edition: First
Seller ID: cfe10937
ISBN: 0671642685
Condition: Fine
First Printing (1-10). A splendid first print copy unread and very fine in a slightly rubbed unclipped dustjacket--otherwise would also be fine. D/J has minor rubbing from shelfwear where cloth and boards meet. Book still has the crispness of a brand new copy. Rare flatsigned signature by the author on the title page in his modern day "scrawl". From the Pulitzer prize winning author of "Lonesome Dove" and "Terms of Endearment". Billy is of course "Billy the Kid". Collectable condition. View more info
Price: $125.00
Publisher: New York, Random House: 1983
Edition: First Printing
Seller ID: cfe14241
ISBN: 0394531892
Condition: Near Fine
From an auction of modern first editions and an offered lot of James Michener books--with the auction tag laid into the book--a near-fine copy in a near-fine and unclipped dustjacket--this copy is signed by Michener on the half title page without inscriptions--signature only. Some very light dustiness to the page edges and overall toning--the dustjacket is complete--with just a small amount of rubbing to the panels. Offered by a Michener specialist. Shipped Priority mail at media mail pricing. Protected in an acetate archival dustjacket protector. View more info
By: Rushdie, Salman
Price: $60.00
Publisher: New York, New York, Random House: 2008
Edition: First
Seller ID: cfe11150
ISBN: 0375504338
First Printing (1-10) A stunning very fine flatsigned copy in an unclipped and very fine dustjacket. Flawless new copy. Signed at Chaucer's bookstore in Santa Barbara, California---June 2008. Comes with a bookmark advertising the signing event. Rushdie's new novel for 2008. Collectable. View more info
By: Rushdie, Salman
Price: $60.00
Publisher: New York, New York, Random House: 2008
Edition: First
Seller ID: cfe11161
ISBN: 0375504338
First Printing (1-10) Signed by the author. Very fine in a very fine unclipped and mylar protected dustjacket. Rushdie's new novel continuing on his East-West and Magical Realism themes. An Indian Princess and a blonde haired blue eyed Florentine in the near Middle Ages-Renaissance scenario. Collectable. Rushdie is a Booker Prize winning author and also a "Booker of Booker's" for "Midnight's Children". View more info
