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Raptis Rare Books carries a variety of rare and antique books including many signed or autographed books. If you’re looking for a particular piece of work with an authentic signature, you’ve come to the right place. Browse our collection of autographed books here & contact us for any questions!

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Churchill, Winston S

The Second World War: The Gathering Storm; Their Finest Hour; The Grand Alliance; The Hinge of Fate; Closing the Ring; Triumph and Tragedy.

London : Cassell & Company, 1948-54.

First editions of each volume in Churchill’s World War II masterpiece. Octavo, six volumes, finely bound in full morocco with gilt titles and tooling to the spine in six compartments within gilt raised bands, ruled borders to the front and rear panels, marbled endpapers, original red silk ribbon, top stain red, illustrated with in-line andContinue reading "The Second World War: The Gathering Storm; Their Finest Hour; The Grand Alliance; The Hinge of Fate; Closing the Ring; Triumph and Tragedy."

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$5,500.00
Item Number: RRB-147347
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Eighner, Lars

Travels With Lizbeth: Three Years on the Road and on the Streets.

New York : St. Martin's Press, 1993.

First edition of this modern classic. Octavo, original boards. Boldly signed by Lars Eighner on the title page. Fine in a fine dust jacket. Front cover photograph by Martha Grenon.

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$375.00
Item Number: RRB-148268
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Forden, Sara Gay [Al Pacino]

The House of Gucci: A Sensational Story of Murder, Madness, Glamour, and Greed.

New York : William Morrow and Company, 2000.

First edition of this sensational true story of murder, madness, glamour, and greed, basis for the Ridley Scott film, starring Lady Gaga, Adam Driver and Al Pacino. Octavo, boards. Boldly signed by Academy Award winning actor Al Pacino on the front free endpaper. Near fine in a very good dust jacket with toning to theContinue reading "The House of Gucci: A Sensational Story of Murder, Madness, Glamour, and Greed."

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$475.00
Item Number: RRB-148738
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Ford, Lauren

The Little Book About God.

Garden City, NY : Doubleday & Company, 1934.

First edition of this charming beautifully illustrated book. Octavo, original half cloth. Presentation copy, inscribed by the author on the front free endpaper with a original drawing, “For Marc, Amy and Jonathan. Lauren Ford.” Near fine in a near fine dust jacket.

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$375.00
Item Number: RRB-147745
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Paley, William [William Tecumseh Sherman]

The Principles of Moral and Political Philosophy.

New York : Collins, Keese, & Co, 1839.

Later edition of this classic book on moral and political philosophy; used by William Tecumseh Sherman while a cadet at the United States Military Academy at West Point. Octavo, original calf. General Sherman and his son’s bookplates to the front pastedown. Intentionally scratched with “S” multiple times on the front panel by General Sherman. InscribedContinue reading "The Principles of Moral and Political Philosophy."

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$28,000.00
Item Number: RRB-145971
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Williams, Ted; Carl Yastrzemski

Ted Williams and Carl Yastrzemski Signed Photograph.

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Color photograph of Boston Red Sox legends Ted Williams and Carl Yastrzemski. Boldly signed in silver felt tip by both Williams and Yastrzemski. In fine condition. The piece measures 8 inches by 10 inches.

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$975.00
Item Number: RRB-148076
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Edison, Thomas A

Thomas Edison Signed Edison Phonograph Works Stock Certificate.

New Jersey : Edison Phonograph Works, 1899.

Rare Edison Phonograph Works stock certificate boldly signed by Thomas Edison. Printed document boldly signed “Thomas A. Edison” as President and “J.F. Randolph” as Treasurer, one page, numbered 106, dated November 6, 1899. Stock certificate for three 750/1000 shares of $100 Capitol Stock to James D.W. Cutting. Transfer information present on verso, showing that theContinue reading "Thomas Edison Signed Edison Phonograph Works Stock Certificate."

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$7,200.00
Item Number: RRB-148074
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Blume, Judy

Soupy Saturdays with the Pain and the Great One.

New York : Delacorte Press, 2007.

First edition of this collection of seven warm-hearted stories which give readers a peek at how a brother and sister relate to each other. Octavo, original half cloth. Boldly signed by the author on the title page, “Love Judy Blume.” Fine in a fine dust jacket. Illustrations by James Stevenson.

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$400.00
Item Number: RRB-149258
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Friedman, Milton and Rose

Milton and Rose Friedman Signed Photograph.

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Color photograph of Milton and Rose Friedman, flanked with people to their right and left, with Tom Moore on the far left. Inscribed by Milton, “For Tom, with admiration and affection, Milton Friedman” and signed below “Rose Friedman.” Tom Moore was a member of the Council Of Economic Advisers during the Ronald Reagan administration. MattedContinue reading "Milton and Rose Friedman Signed Photograph."

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$850.00
Item Number: RRB-148394
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Sikorsky, Igor

The Story of the Winged-S: Late Developments and Recent Photographs of the Helicopter.

New York : Dodd, Meade & Company, 1958.

First edition, early printing of the autobiography of the Russian-American aviation pioneer and designer of the first viable American helicopter. Octavo, original cloth, frontispiece, illustrated with black and white photographs. Presentation copy, inscribed by the author on the front free endpaper, “To Jack Sloane with kindest personal regards of I. Sikorsky Jan 25 1963.” VeryContinue reading "The Story of the Winged-S: Late Developments and Recent Photographs of the Helicopter."

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$975.00
Item Number: RRB-148067
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Atwood, Margaret

The Handmaid’s Tale and The Testaments.

Toronto : McClelland and Stewart, 1985-2019.

First Canadian edition and true first of Atwood’s modern masterpiece and it’s Booker Prize Award-winning sequel, The Testaments. Octavo, two original half cloth. The Handmaid’s Tale is a presentation copy, inscribed by the author on the half-title page, “For Janny and Rob- best wishes- Margaret Atwood.” Fine in a near fine dust jacket. Jacket designContinue reading "The Handmaid’s Tale and The Testaments."

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$4,800.00
Item Number: RRB-148283
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Hess, Stephen; James P. Pfiffner [Ruth Bader Ginsburg]

Organizing the Presidency.

Washington, D.C. : Brookings Institution Press, 2002.

Third edition of this examination of the changing responsibilities of the executive branch jobs and their relationships with one another, from the time of Roosevelt to George W. Bush. Octavo, original cloth. Association copy, inscribed by the author on the front free endpaper to Ruth Bader Ginsburg, “For Kiki & Marty – With love &Continue reading "Organizing the Presidency."

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$6,000.00
Item Number: RRB-147836
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Desantis, Ron

Dreams From Our Founding Fathers: First Principles in the Age of Obama.

Jacksonville, FL : High-Pitched Hum Publishing, 2011.

First edition of DeSantis’ first book. Octavo, original half cloth. Presentation copy, inscribed by the author on the front free endpaper, “To Bruce and Patty- Faithful and strong in defense of the Constitution! Ron DeSantis.” Near fine in a near fine dust jacket. Jacket design by Mary Fisher Design.

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$850.00
Item Number: RRB-148943
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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. Boldly signed by Ron Chernow and actor Lin-Manuel Miranda (who starred in the Broadway adaptation) on the title page. Fine in a fine dust jacket. Jacket design by Gabriele Wilson.

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$1,500.00
Item Number: RRB-147364
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Beebe, William

Galapagos: World’s End.

New York : G. P. Putnam's Sons, 1924.

Signed limited first edition, one of only 100 numbered copies, this is number 54, boldly signed by William Beebe, the father of modern ecology. Quarto, original cloth, illustrated endpapers. Illustrated with 24 tipped-in color plates by Isabel Cooper, and 83 photographs mostly by John Tee-Van. Near fine in a near fine dust jacket.

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$2,600.00
Item Number: RRB-84953
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King, Coretta Scott

My Life with Martin Luther King, Jr.

New York : Holt, Rinehart and Winston, 1969.

First edition of Coretta Scott King’s autobiography, which recounts the history of the Civil Rights Movement and offers an inside look at Dr. King, his sermons and speeches. Octavo, original cloth, illustrated. Presentation copy, inscribed by the author on the front free endpaper, “To Mr. + Mrs. Charles Martin With deepest appreciation and personal regardsContinue reading "My Life with Martin Luther King, Jr."

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$750.00
Item Number: RRB-149789
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Costner, Kevin; Cale Glendening

The Great Horizon.

: Weldon Owen, 2024.

First edition of this work through Cale Glendening’s intimate cast portraits and behind-the-scenes photography of Costner’s epic film The Great Horizon. Quarto, original cloth, illustrated throughout. Boldly signed by Kevin Costner and Cale Glendening on the half-title page. In fine condition.

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$600.00
Item Number: RRB-148218
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Nichols, Beverley

Cats’ A.B.C.

London : Jonathan Cape, 1960.

First British edition of this charming children’s book about the lives, personalities, and quirks of cats. Royal octavo, original pictorial boards, pictorial endpapers, illustrated throughout by Derrick Sayer. Boldly signed by Beverley Nichols on the half-title page. Near fine in a very good dust jacket.

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$200.00
Item Number: RRB-147943
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Blatty, William Peter [Kitty Winn]

The Exorcist.

New York : Harper & Row, Publishers, 1971.

First edition of Blatty’s landmark horror novel, basis for the 1973 film. Octavo, original half cloth. Presentation copy, inscribed by William Peter Blatty and actress Kitty Winn, who starred in the film on the front free endpaper, “To Bob – with my thanks and warm good wishes – Bill Blatty June 2, 1971” and “ForContinue reading "The Exorcist."

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$4,000.00
Item Number: RRB-147935
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Oringer, Maurice J

Electrosurgery in Dentistry.

Philadelphia : W.B. Saunders Company, 1968.

Early edition of this work on the use of electrosurgery in modern dentistry. Octavo, original cloth, gilt titles to the spine and front panel, illustarted with black and white photographs throughout. Presentation copy, inscribed by the author opposite the title page, “To Dr. Walter Kindiak With sincere great wishes of the author. Maurice J. Oringer.” InContinue reading "Electrosurgery in Dentistry."

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$275.00
Item Number: RRB-147798
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Yarrow, David

David Yarrow: Storytelling.

New York : Rizzoli International Publications, Inc, 2022.

First edition of this collection of tales of adventure and misadventure told through Yarrow’s magnificent high-art photography, with a foreword by Cindy Crawford. Quarto, original publisher’s boards, profusely illustrated with a mix of over 125 photographs of Yarrow’s most iconic work and previously unpublished photographs. Signed by the author on the half-title page, “All theContinue reading "David Yarrow: Storytelling."

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$1,250.00
Item Number: RRB-147931
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Shanley, Mary Lyndon [Ruth Bader Ginsburg]

Feminism, Marriage, and the Law in Victorian England, 1850-1895.

Princeton, NJ : Princeton University Press, 1989.

First edition of this comprehensive study of Victorian reforms in marriage law and how it reshapes our understanding of the feminist movement of that period. Octavo, original cloth with gilt titles to the spine. Presentation copy, inscribed by Bill Bader on the front free endpaper, “2 June 1997, For Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, The veryContinue reading "Feminism, Marriage, and the Law in Victorian England, 1850-1895."

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$5,500.00
Item Number: RRB-147831
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Stone, Oliver and Zachary Sklar [Kevin Costner]

JFK: The Documented Screenplay.

New York : Applause Books, 1992.

First edition of this work which was the basis for the award-winning film. Octavo, original illustrated wrappers. Boldly signed by Oliver Stone on the title page and Kevin Costner on the half-title page. In near fine condition.

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$1,500.00
Item Number: RRB-148274
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Ali, Muhammad

Muhammad Ali: A Thirty-Year Journey.

New York : Simon & Schuster, 1993.

First edition of this photographic record of Muhammad Ali’s career. Quarto, original cloth, illustrated with numerous photographs by Howard L. Bingham of or concerning Muhammad Ali. Presentation copy, inscribed by Muhammad Ali on the title page. Introductions by Muhammad and Lonni Ali, Bill & Camille Cosby, Jim Murray, Gordon Parks, George Plimpton, Alvin F. Poussaint,Continue reading "Muhammad Ali: A Thirty-Year Journey."

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$850.00
Item Number: RRB-148277
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