Birdy (Plus 2 Bonus First Editions!)
by William Wharton
Set of 3 First Edition/First Printings of the author's first 3 novels, "Birdy", "Dad", and "A Midnight Clear"; all books in Near Fine/Near Fine condition with only light general wear. An outstanding set of these books by the critically acclaimed author, sadly now passed away. Not remaindered, not price clipped, not ex-library; in fresh Mylar sleeves and will ship carefully wrapped in a sturdy box.
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The Magnetic North: Notes From the Arctic Circle
by Sara Wheeler
First UK Edition/First Printing with the complete number line; A Fine book in a Fine dust jacket with only slight foxing to the page edges. SIGNED by the author to the title page. An exceptional copy of this title by the acclaimed author of Arctic and Antarctic narratives. Not remaindered, not price-clipped, not ex-library; in a protective Mylar cover and will ship securely wrapped in a sturdy box.
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All the Colors of the Dark (Signed First Edition)
by Chris Whitaker
First Edition/First Printing with the complete number line; A Fine book in a Fine dust jacket, as new and unread. SIGNED by the author to the title page. An exceptional copy of this novel, a "Read with Jenna" pick and critically acclaimed; scarce in the first printing and signed. Not remaindered, not price-clipped, not ex-library; in a protective Mylar cover and will ship securely wrapped in a sturdy box.
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Escape From Corregidor
by Edgar D. Whitcomb
First Edition; A Very Good book in a price clipped Very Good dust jacket. A handsome copy of this account of a WWII navigator who flew in to Clark Field on Bataan just before it's capture by the Japanese, and then evaded capture and eventually achieved escape by masquerading as a mining employee; a fascinating story, and an uncommon title in the first edition and in the original jacket. This copy is in very good condition with minor rubbing to... Read More
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Zone One
by Colson Whitehead
Softcover Edition; 13th Printing; A Near Fine book in wraps with only some light rubbing to the edges and folds. SIGNED by the author to the title page. An outstanding copy of this departure for Whitehead, veering away from his general historical fiction writing to this novel, a Zombie tale; Whitehead now a multiple Pulitzer winner. The softcover uncommonly found signed. Not remaindered, not ex-library; in a protective bag and will ship in a sturdy box.
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The Nickel Boys
by Colson Whitehead
First Edition/First Printing with the complete number line; A Fine book in a Near Fine dust jacket with only light rubbing to the top edge of the panels, else fine/fine. SIGNED boldly by the author on the title page. A pristine copy of this Pulitzer Prize winning novel, the author's 2nd Pulitzer in 4 years; destined to be a classic! Not remaindered, not price clipped, not ex-library; in archival protection and ships in a sturdy box.Based on the real story... Read More
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Zone One: A Novel
by Colson Whitehead
First Edition/First Printing with the complete number line: A Very Good book in a Near Fine price clipped dust jacket with only light rubbing to the board and jacket edges, a couple of faint smudges to the front board, and a slight lean to the binding. SIGNED by the author on the title page. "Autographed Copy" sticker to the front panel (may be removed). An outstanding copy of this post-apocalyptic novel by the multiple Pulitzer winning author; Whitehead shows his... Read More
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The Underground Railroad (Signed First Edition)
by Colson Whitehead
First Edition/First Printing with the complete number line in the first state jacket with no stickers or blurbs on the front panel; A Fine book in a Near Fine dust jacket, with only light rubbing to the corners and spine ends, and faint creasing to the flap folds, else a crisp, bright copy. SIGNED by the author on the 2nd free paper without inscription (not a tipped in page). A lovely copy of this Pulitzer and NBA winning novel, the... Read More
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John Henry Days (Signed Advance Copy)
by Colson Whitehead
Advance Reading Copy; SIGNED by the author to the title page. A Near Fine copy in wraps with mild tanning to the text block edges, in archival protection.
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Crook Manifesto
by Colson Whitehead
First Edition/First Printing with the complete number line; A Fine book in a Fine dust jacket with only one lightly bumped corner and lightly rubbed jacket edges. SIGNED by the author to the 2nd free paper. An outstanding copy of this novel by the multiple Pulitzer Prize winning author. "Signed First Edition" sticker to the front panel (may be removed). Not remaindered, not price-clipped, not ex-library; in a protective Mylar cover and will ship securely wrapped in a sturdy box.
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The Colossus of New York: A City in 13 Parts
by Colson Whitehead
First Edition/First Printing with the complete number line: A Fine book in a Fine dust jacket, as new and unread. SIGNED by the author on the title page. An outstanding copy of this collection of stories by the multiple Pulitzer Prize winning author; uncommon signed. Not remaindered, not price clipped, not ex-library; in a protective Mylar sleeve and will ship carefully wrapped in a sturdy box.
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John Henry Days
by Colson Whitehead
Stated First Edition/First Printing with the complete number line; A Near Fine book in a Near Fine dust jacket with only light rubbing and a couple of tiny bumps to the edges. A handsome copy of this 2nd published novel by the multiple Pulitzer winning author. Not remaindered, not price clipped, not ex-library; in a fresh Mylar sleeve and will ship carefully wrapped in a sturdy box.
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America in Search of Itself: the Making of the President, 1956-1980
by Theodore Harold White
First Edition/First Printing with the complete number line; A Very Good book in a Very Good dust jacket, with light age-spotting to the top of the exterior text block, mild rubbing to the top edges, and minor foxing to the jacket folds and edges. SIGNED by the author to the 2nd free paper (from the Kroch & Brentano First Editions Club, sadly missing the bookmark). Not remaindered, not price-clipped, not ex-library; in a protective Mylar cover and will ship securely... Read More
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God's Dogs: A Novel in Stories
by Mitch Wieland
First Edition/First Printing with the complete number line; A Fine book in a Fine dust jacket, as new and unread. Not remaindered, not price clipped, not ex-library; in a protective Mylar sleeve and will ship carefully wrapped in a sturdy box.
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Dawn
by Elie Wiesel
First US Edition; A Near Fine book in a Very Good dust jacket, with light rubbing and a touch of fading to the board edges, some mild rubbing and creasing to the jacket edges, and some faint soiling to the back panel and text block. An outstanding copy of this 2nd published work from Wiesel, following "Night"; this title scarce in the first edition and in this condition. Not remaindered, not price clipped, not ex-library; in a protective Mylar cover... Read More
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All Creatures Great and Small (5 Volume Set)
by James Herriot (James Alfred Wight)
Set of 5 Volumes of James Herriot's (the pen name for James Alfred Wight) beloved memoirs of an Animal Doctor; All books First Edition/First Printings from St. Martin's Press, these being the first US editions of the books; basis for the film and TV adaptations; rare in the first printings, particularly all together as a set. The books are in the following conditions: "All Creatures Great and Small" is in VG/NF condition with minor staining to the bottom of the... Read More
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Martyrs' Crossing: A Novel (Plus Bonus Book!)
by Amy Wilentz
First Edition/First Printing with the complete number line: A Fine book in a Fine dust jacket with no visible flaws. SIGNED by the author on the title page. Also included, a SIGNED copy of the advance uncorrected reader's proof; a lovely set of this critically acclaimed novel; Not remaindered, not price clipped, not ex-library; in a protective Mylar sleeve and will ship carefully wrapped in a sturdy box.
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Sam Houston: a Biography of the Father of Texas
by John Hoyt Williams
Fine copy in a fine dust jacket signed on the title page by the author; "autographed copy" sticker on front cover; scarce in this condition; would make an excellent addition to any Texana library! Not remaindered, not price clipped, not ex-library; in archival protection.
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The Singing: Poems (Signed First Edition)
by C. K Williams
First Edition/First Printing with the complete number line; A Fine book in a Fine dust jacket with only slight rubbing to the spine ends, else as new and unread. SIGNED by the author to the title page. An exceptional copy of this collection of poems winner of the National Book Award. Not remaindered, not price-clipped, not ex-library; in a protective Mylar cover and will ship securely wrapped in a sturdy box.
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Free and Unequal: The Biological Basis of Individual Liberty
by Roger J Williams
Reprint Softcover Edition; A Fine book in wraps with only gentle creasing to the spine and a couple of tiny soil spots to the back cover. An outstanding copy of this uncommon title. Not remaindered, not ex-library; will ship carefully wrapped in a sturdy box.
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Fables: 1001 Nights of Snowfall
by Bill Willingham
First Edition; A Fine book in a Near Fine dust jacket with only a small tear to the spine, else as new and unread. SIGNED by the author to the title page. An outstanding copy of this critically acclaimed graphic novel, featuring a host of outstanding illustrators, from Vertigo. Not remaindered, not price clipped (price on back panel), not ex-library; in a fresh Mylar sleeve and will ship carefully wrapped in a sturdy box.
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Reign of Wizardry
by Jack Williamson
Stated First Cloth Edition; A near fine volume with some mild shelf wear to the spine ends housed in a very good dust jacket that shows some mild chipping and rubbing to the spine ends, edges, and corners...a clean, tight copy protected in mylar.
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The Humanoids
by Jack Williamson
First Edition; A Very Good book in a Very Good dust jacket. SIGNED and inscribed by the author on the title page. A handsome copy of this classic science fiction novel by one of the great SciFi authors of the 20th century; scarce signed. This copy is in very good condition with bright spine lettering and clean pages; the book does show a cracked front hinge (still intact), a 1/4" tear to the spine head, and some moderate shelf wear.... Read More
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Admiral Halsey's Story (Signed First Printing)
by William F. Halsey (Fleet Admiral, USN)
First Edition/First Printing; A Near Fine book in a Very Good dust jacket. SIGNED by Admiral William "Bull" Halsey to his portrait page, opposite the title page. An outstanding copy of this memoir by the Fleet Admiral and Commander of the 3rd Fleet during Pacific theater operations in WWII, only one of four officers to hold the five-star Fleet Admiral rank. This title scarce in the first printing, particularly signed by Admiral Halsey. The book is in near fine condition... Read More
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Now is Not the Time to Panic (Signed First Edition)
by Kevin Wilson
Stated First Edition/First Printing with the complete number line; A Fine book in a Fine dust jacket, as new and unread. SIGNED by the author to the title page, with provenance for the signing laid in. A pristine copy of this novel from the award winning author. Not remaindered, not price-clipped, not ex-library; in a protective Mylar cover and will ship securely wrapped in a sturdy box.
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