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Looking for a unique and personal gift? A rare book is a gift they will treasure for a lifetime. There are few gifts that are as lasting and appreciated as a rare book. They hold within its pages not only historical and cultural significance, but often also a personal significance to the recipient. Whether it is a beloved childhood book that turned them on to the joys of reading or a favorite title they read in high school or college, people treasure these books like a close friend.

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The Story of Dr. Wassel

Hilton, James [Cecil B. DeMille, actors Gary Cooper, Laraine Day, Carol Thurston, Paul Kelly, Signe Hasso, Elliott Reid, Dennis O'Keefe, Barbara Britton, Renny McEvoy, Oliver Thorndike]

The Story of Dr. Wassell.

Boston : Little, Brown and Company, 1943.

First edition, early printing of this biographical narrative based on the real-life heroism of Dr. Corydon M. Wassell, basis for the classic film. Octavo, original publisher’s cloth. Presentation copy, inscribed by Dr. Corydon M. Wassell at the top of the front free endpaper, “To Lorene Welton. Kind regards. Com dr. C. M. Wassell, (M.C.) U.S.N.R.Continue reading "The Story of Dr. Wassell."

$3,000.00

Item Number: RRB-148748

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A Farewell To Arms.

Hemingway, Ernest

A Farewell To Arms.

New York : Charles Scribner's Sons, 1929.

Signed limited edition of this early Hemingway classic, which established him among the American masters. Tall octavo, original publisher’s white vellum over green boards with black morocco spine label lettered in gilt. One of 510 copies signed by Ernest Hemingway, this is number 102. Very good with toning to the spine. Housed in the rareContinue reading "A Farewell To Arms."

$16,000.00

Item Number: RRB-149688

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Edwards, Jonathan

An Humble Inquiry into the Rules of the Word of God, Concerning the Qualifications Requisite to a Complete Standing and Full Communion in the Visible Christian Church.

Edinburgh : Hugh Inglis, 1790.

Rere second edition of this theological treatise by the famed philosopher and theologian. Duodecimo, original half-cloth. In good condition with bumping and rubbing, wear, and losses to the spine and rear panel.

$2,800.00

Item Number: RRB-148319

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Edwards, Jonathan

An Account of the Life of the Late Reverend Mr. David Brainerd.

Edinburgh : Printed by John Gray and Gavin Alston for William Gray, 1765.

Early example of “one of America’s most important and original philosophical theologians,” American revivalist preacher Jonathan Edwards’ biography of Reverend David Brainerd. Title reads in full: An Account of the Life of the Late Reverend Mr. David Brainerd, Missionary to the Indians, from the Honorable Society in Scotland, for the Propagation of Christian Knowledge, andContinue reading "An Account of the Life of the Late Reverend Mr. David Brainerd."

$1,250.00

Item Number: RRB-147998

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Ambassadors Of Hope

Seiple, Robert A. [Madeleine Albright]

Ambassadors Of Hope: How Christians Can Respond To The World’s Toughest Problems.

Downers Grove, IL : Inter Varsity Press, 2004.

First edition of this framework of Biblical teachings to apply to the issues of the world today. Octavo, original publisher’s cloth. Association copy, inscribed by author on the front free endpaper, “Madam Secretary- With affection and gratitude-for mentoring my diplomatic experience Blessings, Robert Seiple Jan 2005” The recipient, Madeleine K. Albright was the first womanContinue reading "Ambassadors Of Hope: How Christians Can Respond To The World’s Toughest Problems."

$600.00

Item Number: RRB-149058

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A Life in the Cold War

Beisner, Robert L. [Madeleine Albright]

Dean Acheson: A Life in the Cold War.

New York : Oxford University Press, 2006.

First edition of a comprehensive biography of Dean Acheson. Octavo, original pictorial wrappers, illustrated with black and white photographs. Association copy, inscribed by the author on the title page, “To another fine Secretary of State with highest regards. Robert L. Beisner.” The recipient, Madeleine K. Albright was the first woman to serve as the U.S.Continue reading "Dean Acheson: A Life in the Cold War."

$1,200.00

Item Number: RRB-149095

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The Oxford Book of English Verse 1250-1918

Chosen and Edited by Sir Arthur Quiller-Couch

The Oxford Book of English Verse 1250-1918.

London : Oxford University Press, 1966.

Finely bound edition of Sir Arthur Quiller-Couch’s The Oxford Book of English Verse 1250-1918, the new edition. Duodecimo, bound in full modern morocco by Bayntun-Riviere with gilt titles and tooling to the spine in six compartments within raised gilt bands, gilt ruling to the front and rear panels, all edges gilt, gilt turn-ins and innerContinue reading "The Oxford Book of English Verse 1250-1918."

$300.00

Item Number: RRB-148873

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The Five Nations

Kipling, Rudyard

The Five Nations.

London : Methuen and Co, 1903.

Finely bound edition of Kipling’s notable poetry collection. Duodecimo, bound in three-quarters morocco with gilt titles and pictorial tooling to the spine in six compartments within raised gilt bands, all edges gilt, marbled endpapers, title page vignette. In very good condition, inscription to the second free endpaper.

$275.00

Item Number: RRB-148872

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Battle Cry of Freedom: The Civil War Era

McPherson, James M. [Ken Burns]

Battle Cry of Freedom: The Civil War Era.

New York : Oxford University Press, 1988.

First edition, early printing of the author’s Pulitzer Prize-winning work. Octavo, original blue cloth, illustrated. Presentation copy, inscribed by the author in the year of publication on the half-title page, “To John Balco at the 125th anniversary Gettysburg reenactment James McPherson June 26, 1988.” Additionally inscribed by legendary film maker Ken Burns on the frontContinue reading "Battle Cry of Freedom: The Civil War Era."

$1,800.00

Item Number: RRB-150300

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Old geological map with coastal details

Mather, William Williams

Geological Map of Long & Staten Islands with the Environs of New York From the Topographical Surveys of J. Calvin Smith.

New York 1842.

Rare hand-colored example of Mather’s monumental pre-Civil War wall map of Long Island, the finest and largest map of Long Island of the period. One page, two sheets joined from the topographical surveys of J. Calvin Smith, and lithographed by Endicott. Issued with Mather’s 1843 Geology of New York, the map offers fine detail ofContinue reading "Geological Map of Long & Staten Islands with the Environs of New York From the Topographical Surveys of J. Calvin Smith."

$2,800.00

Item Number: RRB-148871

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Vintage baseball with player signatures

Williams, Ted; Joe Di Maggio; Casey Stengel; Phil Rizzuto; et al

1950 American League All Stars Signed Baseball.

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Rare Reach Official American League Baseball signed by 19 members of the 1950 American League All Stars team. Signed by Ted Williams, Jerry Coleman, Hoot Evers, Art Houtteman twice, Bob Lemon, Ted Gray, Bob Feller, Tom Henrich, Bobby Doerr twice, Ferris Fain, Jim Hegan, Ray Scarborough, Phil Rizzuto, Allie Reynolds, Walt Dropo, Tommy Bytne, andContinue reading "1950 American League All Stars Signed Baseball."

$1,500.00

Item Number: RRB-148865

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The Power in Peacekeeping

Howard, Lise Morje [Madeleine Albright]

Power in Peacekeeping.

New York : Cambridge University Press, 2019.

First edition of this in-depth analysis of how United Nations (UN) peacekeeping operations exert influence and maintain stability in post-conflict environments. Octavo, original pictorial wrappers. Association copy, inscribed by author on the title page, “Sept. 2024 For Secretary Albright, with great adirmation, Lise Morje Howard” The recipient, Madeleine K. Albright was the first woman toContinue reading "Power in Peacekeeping."

$475.00

Item Number: RRB-149094

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In Europe's Shadow

Kaplan, Robert D. [Madeleine Albright]

In Europe’s Shadow: Two Cold Wars and a Thirty-Year Journey Through Romania and Beyond.

New York : Random House , 2016.

First edition of this travelogue that examines the complex history and politics of Eastern Europe. Octavo, original publisher’s half cloth, Association copy, inscribed by author on the front free endpaper, “Dear Dr. Albright, Thanks for your service in connecting morality and realism. Robert Kaplan” The recipient, Madeleine K. Albright was the first woman to serveContinue reading "In Europe’s Shadow: Two Cold Wars and a Thirty-Year Journey Through Romania and Beyond."

$500.00

Item Number: RRB-149036

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A Little War That Shook The World

Asmus, Ronald D. [Madeleine Albright]

A Little War That Shook The World: Georgia, Russia, And The Future Of The West.

New York : Palgrave Macmillan, 2010.

First edition of this detailed account of the 2008 Russo-Georgian War. Octavo, original publisher’s cloth. Association copy, inscribed by author on the title page, “To Madeleine With great admiration and thanks for your friendship, support and the opportunities I have had to serve our country with you-Ronald D. Asmus January 12, 2010” The recipient, MadeleineContinue reading "A Little War That Shook The World: Georgia, Russia, And The Future Of The West."

$650.00

Item Number: RRB-149091

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The Portrait of a Lady

James, Henry

The Portrait of a Lady.

New York : The Heritage Press, 1967.

The Heritage Press edition of the most accomplished work of fiction during James’ apprentice years. Octavo, bound in three-quarters morocco by Morrell with gilt titles to the spine in six compartments within raised bands, top edge gilt, marbled endpapers, title page vignette, with color illustrations throughout. In near fine condition with sunning to the spine.Continue reading "The Portrait of a Lady."

$275.00

Item Number: RRB-148861

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Baker, Carlos [Ernest Hemingway]

Hemingway: The Writer as Artist.

Princeton, NJ : Princeton University Press, 1952.

First edition of this work on Ernest Hemingway. Octavo, original cloth, top stain red. In fine condition.

$40.00

Item Number: RRB-149326

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Baseball signed by players

Di Maggio, Joe; Mickey Mantle; Yogi Berra; et al

1951 World Series Champion New York Yankees Team Signed Baseball.

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Rare baseball signed by 27 members of the 1951 New York Yankees World Series Championship Team including four Hall of Famers. Signed by Joe Di Maggio on the sweetspot; Mickey Mantle, Yogi Berra, Joe Ostrowski, Johnny Hopp, Joe Collins, Jim Turner, Bill Dickey, Frank Crosetti, Billy Martin, Jack Kramer, Cliff Mapes, Allie Reynolds, Charlie Silvera,Continue reading "1951 World Series Champion New York Yankees Team Signed Baseball."

$7,500.00

Item Number: RRB-148864

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Kashmir In Conflict: India, Pakistan and the Unending War

Schofield, Victoria [Madeleine Albright]

Kashmir In Conflict: India, Pakistan and the Unending War.

New York : I.B. Tauris & Co Ltd, 2010.

First printing of the revised edition of the comprehensive historical and political analysis of the Kashmir conflict. Octavo, original pictorial wrappers. Association copy, inscribed by author on the title page, “To Madeleine Albright who cares about Kashmir with best wishes, Victoria Schofield. London, December 2011.” With an article about “The tangle of issues hindering aContinue reading "Kashmir In Conflict: India, Pakistan and the Unending War."

$500.00

Item Number: RRB-149093

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The Adventures of Peregrine Pickle I & II

Smollett, Tobias; John Austen [Illustrator]

The Adventures of Peregrine Pickle in Which is Included Memoirs of a Lady of Quality.

New York : The Limited Editions Club, 1936.

The Limited Editions Club signed limited edition of Smollett’s second novel. Quarto, two volumes, bound in full modern morocco by Sangorski & Sutcliffe / Zaehnsdorf with gilt titles and numbers to the spine in six compartments within raised bands, top edges gilt, gilt inner dentelles, marbled endpapers, frontispieces, title page vignettes, with color illustrations throughout.Continue reading "The Adventures of Peregrine Pickle in Which is Included Memoirs of a Lady of Quality."

$1,250.00

Item Number: RRB-148809

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Kelly, George [Raymond Chandler]

Behold The Bridegroom.

New York : Samuel French, 1927.

First French Standard Library Edition of this three-act play written by George Kelly in 1927. Octavo, original publisher’s wrappers. Raymond Chandler ownership stamp on the front cover page. In very good condition with rubbing and toning to the extremities.

$850.00

Item Number: RRB-149063

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Tom Jones: The History of a Foundling

Fielding, Henry; Alexander King [Illustrator]

Tom Jones: The History of a Foundling.

New York : The Limited Editions Club, 1931.

The Limited Editions Club signed limited edition of Henry Fielding’s most famous novel. Octavo, bound in full modern morocco by Sangorski & Sutcliffe / Zaehnsdorf with gilt titles to the spine, all edges gilt, gilt inner dentelles, marbled endpapers, title page vignette, illustrated throughout. Boldly signed by illustrator Alexander King on the colophon page atContinue reading "Tom Jones: The History of a Foundling."

$750.00

Item Number: RRB-148806

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Mother Teresa

Mother Teresa Signed Photograph.

1984.

Rare color photograph of Mother Teresa. Color semi-glossy book photograph headshot of Mother Teresa. Boldly signed in blue ink, “God bless you M. Teresa mc.” In near fine condition. The piece measures 5.25 inches by 6.25 inches.

$2,000.00

Item Number: RRB-148225

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History of Europe

Alison, Sir Archibald [Millard Fillmore]

History of Europe: From the Fall of Napoleon in MDCCCXV to the Accession of Louis Napoleon in MDCCCLII Vol IV.

Edinburgh and London : William Blackwood and Sons, 1855.

Early edition of this influential work chronicling European events from the French Revolution to the mid-19th century. Sir Archibald Alison was a Scottish historian, writer, and advocate whose most notable contributions were in the realm of historical and philosophical writing. Octavo, original cloth with gilt titles to the spine, floral border details stamped in blind.Continue reading "History of Europe: From the Fall of Napoleon in MDCCCXV to the Accession of Louis Napoleon in MDCCCLII Vol IV."

$2,800.00

Item Number: RRB-148824

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The Poems of William Shakespeare.

Shakespeare, William

The Poems of William Shakespeare.

London : Paradine Publications, 1975.

Paradine Publications limited edition facsimile reprint of the Kelmscott Press edition of The Poems of William Shakespeare written in the original 16th and 17th century spelling. Octavo, bound in full limp vellum with gilt titles to the spine, silk ribbon ties, woodcut ornaments, decorative borders, and printed on Invicta parchment substitute. Accompanied by the originalContinue reading "The Poems of William Shakespeare."

$2,000.00

Item Number: RRB-148849

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