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Is this an ARC, or....? by
my-wings
At a library sale, I picked up an 8 1/2 by 11 inch mock-up for a book called
*A Zulu Girl* by Thomas Calkins. I'm not exactly sure how it's bound, but
it's got a black plastic spine and clear plastic covers. The first page
looks like the intended cover and is in color. The final book would be...
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FS: ULTRA rare Roy Chapman Andrews Books by
Bobsprit
Ultra Rare!!! Almost impossible to find 1st edition with dust jacket.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=12567&item=3595386322
Click on "See Seller's Other Items" to see other rare Chapman Books in the
series!
Thanks for looking
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we buy books New York Area by
kia
THE BETTER BOOK GETTER
310 RIVERSIDE DRIVE #202-3
NY NY 10025
212-316-5634
looking for collection in the tristate aera
$$ Top Dollar Paid $$
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How to protect the cover of a paperback?? by
Phil Phil
Hello:
This is my second post since I joined this newsgroup.
I have two questions:
1. Can anyone recommend a good way to reinforce the cover of a
frequently accessed paperback reference??
BTW, THE paperback that is falling apart is the Newton's Telecom
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March 16th 04 08:18 PM
by kia
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FS: Meo Patacca by Berneri, 1st Ed. 1695 by
mike gray
Meo Patacca, by Giuseppe Berneri, is the epic poem of Roman common folk
and a valuable resource of Italian as spoken on the street at the end of
the 17th century.
This is a first edition, printed "In Roma, Per Marc'Antonio, & Orazio
Campana" 1695. It is excellent condition. Located in So....
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Alibris not available? by
Steve Roach
Does anyone have any idea what is going on with this company
(www.alibris.com) - their website died a few days ago and the e-mail
confirming my order does not list any e-mail contact address
Steve
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Sea Atlas 1701-2 by
Diane
I have a leather bound book (looks like calf) called "Atlas Maritimus" or
the "Sea Atlas", by John Thornton. It's dated 1701-2. Is it unusual to have
a date running over two years.
Diane
http://www.stores.ebay.co.uk/aaaworldofbooks
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March 17th 04 04:09 PM
by Diane
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Final wishes of famous, including Shakespeare, available online by
graphicsguy
Came across this article on SFGate.com this morning and thought it was
interesting enough to share.
http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?file=/news/archive/2004/03/17/international1232EST0627.DTL
Or below:
(03-17) 09:32 PST LONDON (AP) --
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Ross Poldark by
anderson
I have a copy of the 1945 "Ross Poldark" with d/w that I wish to sell.On
checking abe and bibliophile I find that very few first editions of this
book with a d/w are listed and in the descriptions the book is referred to
as being "scarce", and "difficult to find".Before I try to sell my copy...
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Ephemera (Was "When is a book, not a book ?") by
ParmerBook
Why not describe it as a portfolio with plates
and a map?
When the problem was described, most of us
understood what was meant.
Jean P.
Parmer Books - Exploration Discovery Voyages
Catalogs Issued on Request
7644 Forrestal Rd - San Diego CA 92120
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Arthur Morrison by
Dan Morrison
Folks --
I am looking for a copy of "Shadows Around Us" -- it is a collection
of authentic ghost stories by Arthur Morrison. Published in the UK
sometime in the late 19th century. Any and all leads would be
appreciated.
-- Dan Morrison
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Attn: Tom Swift Fans by
Hardy-Boys.net
I've created an online discussion group for fans of Victor Appleton's famous
Tom Swift adventures!
Meet other fans, discuss all aspects of reading & collecting Tom Swift Sr.,
Jr., III and IV, buy/sell/trade Tom Swift books and memorabilia.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/TomSwift/
--
Bob Finnan
The...
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When is a book, not a book ? by
Diane
I have something called "Drawings of the London and Birmingham Railway" by
J.C.Bourne and J.Britten, dated 1839. There are 34 tinted lithographic
plates and a map. They are in 2 portfolio style bindings. Would these still
be considered for sale as books, or just plates ?
Best...
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Francis A. Miniter by
Diane
Thanks for contacting me Francis. I'm very sorry to hear about your
misfortune. Remember next time, when eating a hard boiled egg always remove
the shell.
Best regards
Diane
http://www.stores.ebay.co.uk/aaaworldofbooks
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by Diane
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Free Scan Please.....? by
Haunted River
As a bookseller with ABE of circa five year's standing, I have myself
been caught out by both fellow ABE sellers and those who flirt with
Ebay on the matter of scans: in particular, scans of very rare
dustwrappers.
Two or three years ago, when someone emailed me to ask for a detailled
scan of a...
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Found a cursed book by
Ben Alan Lichter
I found an old book, maybe 150 years old , that seems to be
cursed.It´s about witchcraft and ghosts.Since I started reading it, I
got many warts on my body and strange things happen.
I must get rid of it fast.
What can I do ?
Can I sell a cursed book on ebay ?
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Need help: "Madame Curie" book by
BookEditions
Today I obtained a beautiful copy of "Madame Curie: A Biography by Eve Curie,"
(Eve was Marie Currie's daughter), translated by Vincent Sheean, Illustrated. I
think that it is not a first edition, but I'm not sure. Requesting your help.
Book is bound in a very nice darkish tan cloth. End pages are...
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Fantastic Book Show in Chicago by
David Kurzman
This is a great show for book collectors. Needless to say...emphasis on the
fantastic. Last year my buddy picked up two rare M. P. Shiel firsts that he
needed (after looking for 25 years).
Over 100 dealer tables.
(I have nothing to do with this except as a...
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