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New York : Powerhouse Books, 2014.
First edition, early printing of this work on Leonard Cohen. Octavo, original cloth, pictorial endpapers, illustrated throughout. Signed by Leonard Cohen on the title page. Photographs by Sharon Robinson. Essay by Larry Sloman. In good condition.
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Burbank, CA : Atlantic Recording Corporation, 2014.
A fine example of Led Zeppelin’s greatest albums which earned album cover artist David Juniper a Grammy nomination for Best Recording Package. Lengthily signed on the front panel by album cover artist David Juniper, “The music of Led Zeppelin I had blown me away and so on spec, I mocked up a fold-out design forContinue reading "David Juniper Signed Led Zeppelin II Album."
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Surrey, England : Genesis Publications, 2014.
Signed limited edition of this curated photographic memoir from the drummer of the Beatles, Ringo Starr. Thick quarto, bound in three-quarters Italian leather with gilt titles to the spine, gilt ruling to the front and rear panels, gilt decorations to the front panel, all edges gilt, illustrated with 250 rare and unseen photographs. One ofContinue reading "Photograph."
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Burbank, CA : Atlantic Recording Corporation, 2014.
Led Zeppelin’s second album, first released in 1969. Double-folding album with designs by cover artist David Juniper. Inscribed by David Juniper on the front panel, “The music of ‘Led Zeppelin I’ had blown me away and so on spec, I mocked up a fold-out design for the second album and took it to Led Zeppelin’sContinue reading "David Juniper and Frank Borman Inscribed Led Zeppelin II."
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Dublin and St. Albans : Iconic Images and Red Engine Media Ltd, 2016.
First edition of Terry O’Neill’s stunning photographic tribute to one of the most influential musicians of the twentieth century, David Bowie. Folio, original cloth with onlay bas-relief portrait of Bowie to the front panel, images by Terry O’Neill. Presentation copy, inscribed by the photographer on the front free endpaper, “I hope you enjoy this tribute toContinue reading "David Bowie: A Photographic Memoir. Through the Lens of Terry O’Neill. [Bowie by O’Neill]."
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Boston and New York : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt/Disney Enterprises, Inc., 2018.
First edition, early printing of the deluxe novelization of the 2018 American musical fantasy film starring Emily Blunt as Mary Poppins. Octavo, original illustrated wrappers, illustrated with color photographs from the film. Signed by Angela Lansbury opposite the title page. Lansbury played played the role of the Balloon Lady, a kindly old woman who sellsContinue reading "Mary Poppins Returns."
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: Xlibris, 2019.
First edition of this memoir that chronicles Eve Queler’s pioneering career as a conductor. Octavo, original publisher’s cloth, illustarted with black and white photographs. Association copy, inscribed by the author on the front free endpaper to Ruth Bader Ginsburg, “Dear Ruth To a true opera lover! With great admiration for you remarkable achievements Warmest regards,Continue reading "A View From The Podium."
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New York : First Print Press / Davis Zwirner Books, 2019.
First edition of this expressive celebration of jazz with essays by his wife Sherry Turner DeCarava and American literary historian Radiclani Clytus. Folio, original cloth, illustrated with impressive full-size black and white photographs throughout. Fine in a near fine dust jacket.
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Dallas, Texas : Matt Holt Books, 2023.
First edition of renowned musician, musical director, and rock star Mark Rivera’s revealing memoir. Octavo, original boards, illustrated. Signed by Mark Rivera on the half-title page with a modern peace sign. Fine in a fine dust jacket. Jacket design by Brigid Pearson.
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Dallas, Texas : Matt Holt Books, 2023.
First edition of renowned musician, musical director, and rock star Mark Rivera’s revealing memoir. Octavo, original boards, illustrated. Fine in a fine dust jacket. Jacket design by Brigid Pearson.
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Essex, Connecticut : Applause Theatre & Cinema Books, 2023.
First edition of the composer-lyricist’s candid memoir of bringing his musical No Way to Treat a Lady to the stage. Octavo, original publisher’s boards, illustrated with black-and-white photographs. Association copy, inscribed by the author in the year of publication on the title page, “For Charles, In appreciation of your wonderful music, friendship, and support. AllContinue reading "How to Survive a Killer Musical: Agony and Ecstasy on the Road to Broadway."
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Dallas, Texas : Matt Holt Books, 2023.
First edition of renowned musician, musical director, and rock star Mark Rivera’s revealing memoir. Octavo, original boards, illustrated. Presentation copy, inscribed by Mark Rivera on the half-title page,”Dear Alina, with much love & hope always… Mark Rivera.” Rivera has added a drawing of a modern peace sign. Fine in a fine dust jacket. Jacket designContinue reading "Sideman: In Pursuit of the Next Gig."
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New York : Assouline, 2024.
First edition of this extraordinary book, which celebrates his groundbreaking career of this visionary and cultural icon. Quarto, original blue boards, illustrated throughout. Boldly signed by Jay-Z on the title page in silver marker. In fine condition.
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Biography and Autobiography
Biography and Autobiography
