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Caro, Robert A

The Years of Lyndon Johnson: The Path To Power, Means of Ascent, Master of the Senate, The Passage of Power.

New York : Alfred A. Knopf, 1982-2012.

First editions of each volume in Robert A Caro’s ground-breaking biography of President Lyndon Johnson, each signed or inscribed by Caro. Octavo, original publisher’s gilt-lettered cloth, illustrated with numerous photographs and maps. The Path To Power [1982] is a presentation copy, inscribed by the author on the half-title page, “For Joel – Precious friend. RobertContinue reading "The Years of Lyndon Johnson: The Path To Power, Means of Ascent, Master of the Senate, The Passage of Power."

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$3,800.00
Item Number: RRB-147878

Einstein, Albert. Edited by Paul Arthur Schilpp

Albert Einstein: Philosopher-Scientist.

Evanston : The Library of Living Philosophers, Inc., 1949.

First edition of Einstein’s singular autobiography. Octavo, original cloth, frontispiece of Einstein by Yousuf Karsh. Presentation copy, inscribed by editor Paul Arthur Schilpp on the front free endpaper, “To a dear colleague and esteemed scholar with the best wishes of Paul A. Schilpp.” Edited by Paul Arthur Schilpp. Near fine in a near fine dustContinue reading "Albert Einstein: Philosopher-Scientist."

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$1,200.00
Item Number: RRB-145894

Churchill, Winston S

Painting As A Pastime.

London : Oldham Press Limited/Ernest Benn Limited, 1949.

First edition, early printing of this collection of Churchill’s brilliant essays on hobbies and painting. Octavo, original cloth, frontispiece, illustrated with eighteen reproductions of Churchill’s paintings in full color. Presentation copy, inscribed by Churchill on the front free endpaper, “To Eleonora Sears, from Winston S. Churchill – 1954.” Accompanied by a typed letter signed by ChurchillContinue reading "Painting As A Pastime."

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$15,000.00
Item Number: RRB-147862

Rawlings, Marjorie Kinnan

The Yearling.

New York : Charles Scribner's Sons, 1938.

First edition of the author’s Pulitzer Prize-winning classic. Octavo, original cloth. Presentation copy, uniquely and lengthily inscribed by the author across three pages; on the front free endpaper, the second free endpaper and its verso, “For Harry W. Zollars Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings – A writer loses all rights to elucidate a book, once he hasContinue reading "The Yearling."

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$7,800.00
Item Number: RRB-147651

Burgess, Anthony [William Shakespeare]

The World of William Shakespeare.

London : The Arcadia Press, 1971.

Signed limited edition of this comprehensive exploration of Shakespeare’s life, works, and lasting cultural influence, blending historical context with literary analysis to highlight his enduring legacy. Quarto, bound in full crushed red morocco by Zaehnsdorf with pictorial inlay of the Globe Theater in gilt, all edges gilt, frontispiece, with black and white illustrations and 42 colored plates. OneContinue reading "The World of William Shakespeare."

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$1,100.00
Item Number: RRB-147850

Fager, Charles E

Selma 1965: The March That Changed The South.

United States of America and Canada : Library of Congress, 1974.

First edition of this historical account of the march that changed America. Octavo, original publisher’s cloth, illustrated with black and white photographs. Lengthily inscribed by the author on the front free endpaper, “Friend, We crossed one bridge, Traveled for 50 miles, and gathered at a landmark. But The March continues, and now, Friend- It’s YOURContinue reading "Selma 1965: The March That Changed The South."

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$1,500.00
Item Number: RRB-141017

Slocum, Captain Joshua

Sailing Alone Around the World.

New York : The Century Company, 1900.

First edition of “the finest single-handed adventure story yet written” (Seafarer). Octavo, original blue cloth, pictorially stamped in silver and green, top edge gilt. Boldly signed by the author in the year of publication on the front free endpaper, “Spray New Jamestown July 22nd 1900 Joshua Slocum.” In very good condition. Illustrated by Thomas FogartyContinue reading "Sailing Alone Around the World."

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$8,200.00
Item Number: RRB-149006

Earhart, Amelia

The Fun of It.

New York : Brewer, Warren & Putnam, 1932.

First edition of Earhart’s account of her childhood, her fascination with aviation, and her life through her 1932 flight across the Atlantic. Octavo, original cloth, illustrated throughout, with the original record in the rear pastedown. Boldly signed by Amelia Earhart on the front free endpaper. In very good condition.

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$7,200.00
Item Number: RRB-148141

Kelly, Scott with Margaret Lazarus Dean. [Chip Kidd]

Endurance: A Year in Space, A Lifetime of Discovery.

New York : Alfred A. Knopf, 2017.

First edition of the famed astronaut’s stunning memoir. Octavo, original cloth, with 24 pages of full-color photographs. Boldly signed by Scott Kelly on the title page. Additionally signed three times by dust jacket illustrator Chip Kidd on the front panel of the dust jacket, on the title page, and rear flap of the dust jacket.Continue reading "Endurance: A Year in Space, A Lifetime of Discovery."

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$300.00
Item Number: RRB-149530

Lindbergh, Charles A

The Spirit of St. Louis.

New York : Charles Scribner's Sons, [1953].

Special slipcase edition of Lindbergh’s autobiographical account about the events leading up to and including his 1927 solo trans-Atlantic flight. Octavo, original gold half cloth, illustrated with black and white photographs, blue top stain, pictorial slipcase. Fine in a near fine slipcase.

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$375.00
Item Number: RRB-147646

Westby, Kiri; [Madeleine Albright]

Fortune Favors the Brave: An Extraordinary Memoir.

Nashville : Post Hill Press, 2020.

First edition of this outstanding account of stalwart bravery from inside China’s interrogation rooms. Octavo, original scarlet boards, bookplate to the front pastedown from “The Private Collection of Secretary Madeleine K. Albright.” Presentation copy, lengthily inscribed by the author on the front free endpaper, “Madam Albright, I have long been a fan and a studentContinue reading "Fortune Favors the Brave: An Extraordinary Memoir."

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$400.00
Item Number: RRB-147374

Rockefeller Jr., John D

The Personal Relation in Industry.

New York : Boni and Liveright, Inc, 1923.

First edition of this collection of addresses delivered by John D. Rockefeller, Jr.; an important contribution to the field of industrial relations. Octavo, original scarlet cloth, uncut leaves as issued. Publisher’s advertisement for Edward L. Bernays’ Crystallizing Public Opinion on the rear flap of the dust jacket. Fine in a very good dust jacket withContinue reading "The Personal Relation in Industry."

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$1,500.00
Item Number: RRB-89089

Chernow, Ron [Lin-Manuel Miranda]

Alexander Hamilton.

New York : The Penguin Press, 2004.

First edition of this landmark biography of Alexander Hamilton, basis for the Award-winning Broadway play. Octavo, original half cloth, illustrated. Presentation copy, inscribed by the author in the year of publication, “To Edward Ash-Nilby- With immense gratitude of this author Cheers. Ron Chernow 5/27/04” and actor Lin-Manuel Miranda (who starred in the Broadway adaptation) onContinue reading "Alexander Hamilton."

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$1,600.00
Item Number: RRB-148138

Phil Bildner, Illustrated by Brett Helquist [Martina Navratilova and Chris Evert]

Martina & Chrissie: The Greatest Rivalry in the History of Sports.

Massachusetts : Candlewick Press, 2017.

First edition of this fascinating dual biography of tennis greats Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova. Quarto, original illustrated boards, illustrated throughout by Brett Helquist. Boldly signed by both Martina Navratilova and Chris Evert on the title page. Fine in a fine dust jacket. Uncommon signed of these tennis legends.

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$175.00
Item Number: RRB-148143

Gretzky, Wayne

Gretzky: An Autobiography.

New York : Harper Collins Publishers, 1990.

First edition of the autobiography of the greatest hockey player of all-time. Octavo, original half cloth, illustrated. Boldly signed by the author on the title page, “Wayne Gretzky 99.” Near fine in a near fine dust jacket. Jacket design by William Graef.

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$400.00
Item Number: RRB-148183

Schirra, Captain Walter M. Jr [Wally]; Richard N. Billings; Jack Lousma; Mario Runco; Bill Shepherd; Bill Readdy; Alan Shepard

Schirra’s Space.

Boston : Quinlan Press, 1988.

First edition of this revealing autobiography of Captain Walter M. Schirra, Jr. Octavo, original blue boards, gilt titles to the spine, illustrated with black and white photographs. Presentation copy, inscribed by Wally Schirra and Jack Lousma on the front free endpaper and also signed by astronauts Mario Runco, Bill Shepherd, Bill Readdy, and Alan Shepard.Continue reading "Schirra’s Space."

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$750.00
Item Number: RRB-147678

Ginzberg, Lori D. [Ruth Bader Ginsburg]

Elizabeth Cady Stanton: An American Life.

New York : Hill and Wang, A Division of Farrar, Straus and Giroux, 2009.

First edition of this biography about one of the founding philosophers of the American movement for women’s rights. Octavo, original pictorial wrappers, illustrated with black and white photographs. Association copy, inscribed by Bill Bader on the half-title page, “For Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, With respect and best wishes on her birthday, Bill Bader, 8 March 2011.” American lawyerContinue reading "Elizabeth Cady Stanton: An American Life."

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$3,800.00
Item Number: RRB-147665

Eisenhower, Susan [Madeleine K. Albright]

Mrs. Ike: Memories and Reflections on the Life of Mamie Eisenhower.

New York : Farrar, Straus and Giroux, 1996.

First edition of this compelling biography of an army captain’s wife who becomes First Lady. Octavo, original publisher’s half cloth, illustrated with black and white photographs. Presentation copy, inscribed by the author on the second free endpaper, “To Madeleine Albright with admiration and deepest appreciation for her friendship – Susan Eisenhower.” Additionally signed on theContinue reading "Mrs. Ike: Memories and Reflections on the Life of Mamie Eisenhower."

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$975.00
Item Number: RRB-147575
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