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1992réf. 2348391Toronto: Random House 1992. First Edition. Hard Cover. Near Fine/Near Fine. 8x5x0. Signed by author. First edition. Signed by author without inscription on title page. Jacket lightly toned otherwise an excellent copy. 1992 Hard Cover. x 366 pp. 8vo. A novel by the popular Canadian author who won the Pulitzer Prize for her novel The Stone Diaries. '"The Republic of Love" marries a wide diversity of elements mythical and modern ironic and moving exhilarating and melancholy!a love-surveying story that is enticingly seductive.' Times Literary Supplement '"The Republic of Love" is a hymn to the pleasures and pains the raptures even of an unspectacular life. Fay discovers that happiness is "a kind of by-product of existence and not an end in itself". This piece of knowledge saves her Shields suggests from the watery ambiguous yearning of the mermaid "plaintive coy" wordlessly calling out to no one. A simple message but Shields delivers it with so much grace and so little pretension that it is impossible not to be enchanted by her voice. She sings with the charm of a true siren. In her hands we believe anything can happen.' Guardian 'A novel that's so engrossing it makes you want to retire to a squashy sofa until you reach the end. Vividly fresh - glittering and spangled with fabulous surprises.' Sunday Times Random House hardcover books
1997réf. 2348392New York: Viking 1997. First US Edition. Hard Cover. Near Fine/Fine. 6x1x9. Signed by author. First U.S. edition. Signed by author without inscription on title page. Tiny blemish on rear jacket corner. 1997 Hard Cover. ix 339 pp. 8vo. A novel by the popular Canadian author who won the Pulitzer Prize for her novel The Stone Diaries. "A detailed look at the ordinary life of Larry Weller between 1977 and 1997 follows the floral designer as he deals with the rapidly changing world and two marriages and two divorces along the way. Viking hardcover books
1972réf. 2348714Ottawa: The Borealis Press 1972. First Edition. Trade Paperback. Near Fine. 0x0x0. Signed by author. First edition - a paperback original. Signed by author without inscription on title page. Handwritten postcard written to previous owner in different ink than the title page signature signed by Shields and dated 29/5/02 laid in. An interesting combination of early and late signatures - the author passed away in 2003. 1972 Trade Paperback. 60 pp. Author's first book. A collection of poetry by the American-born Canadian author most well-know for her Pulitzer Prize winning novel The Stone Diaries. This work was never published in the United States. The Borealis Press paperback books
1974réf. 2348713Ottawa: The Borealis Press 1974. First Edition. Trade Paperback. Near Fine. 0x0x0. Signed by author. First edition - a paperback original. Signed by author without inscription on title page. Wrappers slightly toned. 1974 Trade Paperback. 59 pp. The second collection of poetry by the American-born Canadian author most well-know for her Pulitzer Prize winning novel The Stone Diaries. The Borealis Press paperback books
1997réf. 2348724Toronto: Harbourfront Reading Series 1997. Limited Edition. Trade Paperback. Near Fine. 0x0x0. Signed by author. Limited edition #83 of 150 copies. Signed and numbered by author without inscription on colophon. An exceptional copy. 1997 Trade Paperback. 10 pp. A brief work by the popular Canadian author who won the Pulitzer Prize for her novel The Stone Diaries. Harbourfront Reading Series paperback books
1993réf. 2346790Winnipeg: Blizzard Publishing 1993. First Edition. Trade Paperback. Near Fine. 5x0x8. Signed by author. First edition - a paperback original. Signed by author without inscription on title page. Rear wrapper a bit toned. 1993 Trade Paperback. 61 pp. A play by the popular Canadian author who won the Pulitzer Prize for her novel The Stone Diaries. Blizzard Publishing paperback books
1998réf. 2346788Winnipeg: Blizzard Publishing 1998. First Edition. Trade Paperback. Near Fine. 5x0x8. Signed by author. First edition - a paperback original. Signed by both authors without inscription on title page. 1998 Trade Paperback. 60 pp. A play co-written by the popular Canadian author who won the Pulitzer Prize for her novel The Stone Diaries. Blizzard Publishing paperback books
1995réf. 2346789Winnipeg: Blizzard Publishing 1995. First Edition. Trade Paperback. Fine. 5x0x8. First edition - a paperback original. Publisher's errata slip laid in. 1995 Trade Paperback. 64 pp. A play co-written by the popular Canadian author who won the Pulitzer Prize for her novel The Stone Diaries. Blizzard Publishing paperback books
1972réf. 2343891Natchez Mississippi: Margaret S. Hendrix 1972. Third Edition. Stapled Binding. Fine. Third edition. An exceptional copy. 1972 Stapled Binding. 32 pp. Illustrated with photos and diagrams. Longwood also known as Nutt's Folly is a historic antebellum octagonal mansion located at 140 Lower Woodville Road in Natchez Mississippi United States. Built in part by enslaved people the mansion is on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places and is a National Historic Landmark. Longwood is the largest octagonal house in the United States. Margaret S. Hendrix unknown books
1989réf. 2344829Toronto: Random House 1989. First Edition. Hard Cover. Very Good/Very Good. 8x5x0. Signed by author. First edition. Signed by author without inscription on title page. Edges lightly foxed. 1989 Hard Cover. 199 pp. A collection of twelve short stories by the popular Canadian author who won the Pulitzer Prize for her novel The Stone Diaries. “Milk Bread Beer Ice” is a road trip shared by a husband and wife who no longer communicate through meaningful dialogue. Fifty-year-old “Hazel” is forced to enter an alien workplace after the sudden death of her husband. In “Today Is the Day” the village women gather together for their annual ritual of planting blisterlilies. And “Family Secrets” travels to DeKalb Illinois and the First World War as the narrator searches for a missing year in her mother's life . . . and unearths a surprising connection to Ernest Hemingway. From a group of musicians who discover they share more than classical “Chemistry” to an unhappily married couple who may get a second chance this remarkable collection like the ageless orange fish of the title story is filled with the wonder and magic of everyday life. Random House hardcover books
2010réf. 57989New York: Alfred A. Knopf. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2010. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0307273539 . A Fine first Printing of the First Edition in a like dust-jacket; David Shields' new book Reality Hunger is a manifesto for the 21st century. It's a passionate call to arms a rallying cry for the artists writers and thinkers who are transforming our culture and who are determined to create a more compassionate just and sustainable world.; 8vo; 219 pages . Alfred A. Knopf hardcover books
1983réf. 21594New York: Alfred A. Knopf. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1983. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0394503198 . A handsome first edition/first printing in Fine condition seemingly unread in alike dust-jacket. From the collection of Betty Anderson legendary art director of publisher Knopf in the late 20th century as evidenced by her small and unobtrusive inventory number; An intimate view of the anguish and joy that is at the heart of every adoption and of new ways to make the process more humane ; 8vo; FSA . Alfred A. Knopf hardcover books
1987réf. 31572New York: Viking. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1987. First US Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 067082822X . Fist American edition/first printing in Near Fine condition in alike dust-jacket. SIGNED by author Carol Shields directly on the title page; The story of four amazing individuals whose lives become intertwined; Remainder; 8vo; Signed by Author . Viking hardcover books
1993réf. 17999New York: Viking. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1993. 1st US Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0670853097 . A handsome first US edition/first printing in unread Very Fine condition in Very Fine dust-jacket; Set in the early 20th century this is the Carol Shields' story of Daisy Stone Goodwill an ordinary woman on her journey through life ; 8vo; xvi 361 7 pages . Viking hardcover books
1997réf. 15481New York: Viking. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1997. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0670873926 . A handsome first edition/first printing in unread Very Fine condition in Very Fine dust-jacket. Signed by author and Pulitzer Prize Winner Carol Shields directly on the title page; Larry's Party is a unique children's book that tells the story of Larry a mischievous boy who throws a wild party that becomes an all-out disaster. With funny illustrations and a wacky plot this book is perfect for kids who love to have fun and get into trouble.; 8vo; Signed by Author . Viking hardcover books
2000réf. 17996New York: Viking. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2000. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0670889210 . A handsome first edition/first printing in unread Fine condition in Fine dust-jacket. Author of the Pulitzer Prize-winning "The Stone Diaries"; Carol Shieldss novel Dressing Up for the Carnival is a story of family love and loss. set during the carnival season the novel follows the lives of the wealthy and the not-so-wealthy alike as they prepare for the big day. While some families spend hours in the salon others rely on costume stores to help them create the perfect costume. Ultimately the carnival is a time to celebrate life and all its facets and this is especially true for the characters in the novel.; 8vo . Viking hardcover books
1994réf. 18001London: Fourth Estate. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1994. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 1857022491 . A handsome first edition/first printing in unread Fine condition in Fine dust-jacket; This book tells the story of a young girl Tessa who is trying to find her place in the world. She is faced with many challenges but she finds hope and joy in the miracles that surround her.; 8vo . Fourth Estate hardcover books
1997réf. 17997New York: Viking. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1997. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0670873926 . A handsome first edition/first printing in unread Fine condition in Fine dust-jacket. Signed by author Carol Shields directly on the title page; Larry's Party is a story about a boy who throws a birthday party for himself. He invites all his friends and family and has a great time.; 8vo; Signed by Author . Viking hardcover books
réf. 11412mo 2pp on mourning stationary. Mummyfield Merton May 11 1897. Noted Pre-Raphaelite painter Shields writes to a friend and minor author Robert Falkner: "Dear Mr. Falkner For 'auld lang Syne' I know you will see my nephew- who is lacking employment. He will explain his capacities and you will judge whether he would be profitable to you as to any friend of yours- I know so well what such a condition as his is that I feel much for him. I see your articles in "Vanishing Deansgate" and have been much interested therein. Believe me Sincerely Yours Frederic Shields." Very good. unknown books
réf. 116Newstead Buxton 16 June 1897. 12mo. 3pp. Follow-up letter from Shields to Falkner on an earlier request to meet his unemployed nephew who Shields was sending over. He writes "I expected no less friendly an answer from you- and appreciated it sincerely-. I have been ill I am here to recruit strength and having omitted to bring my nephew's address with me I have not been able to enquire whether he had yet found employment." He goes on to express his relief to learn that the 'severe trial' has passed and again implores Falkner to help out if the need arises again. He closes "I had the pleasure of meeting your good mother in Buxton two years ago- with your brother- reviving old day- so old! With sincere regards ever yours truly Frederic Shields." In original mailing envelope postmarked June 17 1897Small piece of one corner torn away else very good. On mourning stationary. unknown books
2010réf. 133439Sacramento CA: Crocker Art Museum 2010. Hardcover. VG some edgewear to dj. Blue boards. Color illustrated dust jacket. xxix 505 pp. Over 500 color illustrations. Survey of the museum's collection including its collections of Asian Art Oceanic and African Art. European Art California and American art after 1848. Introductory essays and many images of items from the collection with many detailed descriptions. ontents as follows: Architect's statement: the Teel family pavilion / Charles Gwathmey -- Grand schemes and big things: E.B. Crocker and the transcontinental railroad legacy / Glenn Willumson -- E.B. Crocker his family and the museum's early years / William Breazeale -- Asian art / Nancy Tingley and Erin Aitali -- Oceanic and African ara / Diana Daniels -- European art / William Breazeale -- Californian and American art 1848 to 1945 / Scott A. Shields -- Californian and American art 1945 to present / Diana Daniels. Crocker Art Museum hardcover books
1854réf. List3733Vandalia Springfield and Coles County Illinois 1854. Eight documents totaling about 75 pages 7 ¾ x 12 ½ inches and 7 ½ x 12 inches. Generally folded with toning at folds occasional small stains and minor damage to margins; one with more extensive repairs made with thread; entirely legible. Overall excellent. A collection of official documents from the Illinois auditor's and Coles County collector's offices recording mainly lists of properties in Coles County that had become subject to taxation with two recording properties owing back taxes and one recording tax delinquencies caused by assessment error. The lists of properties newly subject to taxation generally indicate the year in which the land was entered-that is when a settler had filed a claim with the federal land office registering intent to settle-and the year in which that land became subject to taxation. These lands were not immediately taxable as the settler first had to meet certain legal requirements such as living on and cultivating the land before the government would issue a patent transferring the title of the property from the federal government to the individual and thereby making them liable for taxes on it. The first Euro-American settlers had come to what would be Coles County in 1824 and it was set off from Clark County in 1830. That same year the Indian Removal Act passed Congress and the remaining Indigenous tribes in the region-many had already left following treaties earlier in the century-were pushed west of the Mississippi River. The federal government could then survey and map the land and open it to entry and patent by settlers like those represented in these tax rolls. The earliest dated entries recorded in these documents are from 1835 and were patented in 1841 though some entries likely occurred earlier as one document lists entries patented in 1838 but does not list entry date representing some of the earliest legal Euro-American settlements in the county. These documents thus record the incorporation of newly federally-owned "frontier" land into private ownership and into the county and state economy and implicitly the placement of previously tribally stewarded land into the hands of its first settlers. Also of interest in the documents are the signatories themselves. These include Albert Compton William Lee D. Ewing and Thomas Hayes Campbell prominent early Illinois political figures; but also Levi Davis a close friend of Abraham Lincoln's and James Shields one of Lincoln's best-known political rivals. Shields and Lincoln nearly fought a duel in 1842 after Lincoln criticized Shields' work as Illinois State Auditor-the same office in which Shields signed one of the Coles County tax rolls preserved here. Men like these occupied a layer of early Illinois society distinct from many of the settlers whose lands appear in the records: lawyers auditors legislators and political figures who linked frontier communities to the emerging institutions of state government. Coles County itself also held personal significance within Lincoln's world as the home of his father Thomas Lincoln and stepmother Sarah Bush Lincoln. Documents as follows: 1838: Lands newly subject to taxation in 1837 and 1838. 7 ¾ x 12 ½ inches. 22pp. Affixed with thread. Toned and worn with tears especially at folds and with damage to margins repairs made with thread. Very good plus. March 6 1838: Lands newly subject to taxation in 1838. Signed by Levi Davis Vandalia IL. 7 ¾ x 12 ½ inches. 4 pp. Affixed with ribbon. Folded with minor damage to edges. Excellent to Near Fine. March 1 1841: Lands entered in 1835 newly subject to taxation in 1841. Signed by James Shields Springfield IL. 7 ¾ x 12 ½ inches. 10 pp plus docket. Affixed with ribbon. Folded with minor damage to edges. Excellent to Near Fine. February 1 1845: Lands entered in 1839 newly subject to taxation in 1845. Signed by William Lee D. Ewing Springfield IL. 7 ¾ x 12 ½ inches. 7 pp plus docket. Affixed with ribbon. Folded with some staining toning at folds. Excellent to Near Fine. August 24 1846: Properties for which back taxes for 1844 and 1845 were owed. Signed by Albert Compton Coles County IL. 7 ¾ x 12 ½ inches. 4 pp. Toned with minor damage to edges. Excellent. 1846: Properties for which back taxes for 1844 and 1845 were owed likely a continuation of the previous. 7 ¾ x 12 ½ inches. 4 pp. Slight stains and toning at folds. Excellent to Near Fine. March 25 1853: Lands newly subject to taxation in 1853. Signed by Thomas Hayes Campbell Springfield IL. 7 ½ x 12 inches. 18 pp plus docket. Affixed with thread. Folded with toning some damage to margins. Excellent. June 8 1854: Delinquencies caused by assessment error with insolvencies removals etc. of personal property 1853. Signed by Thomas Lytle and James McCrory Coles County IL. 7 ½ x 12 inches. 3 pp. Delinquencies in Near Fine condition; Insolvencies etc. with damage to margins excellent. N.d.: Properties for which back taxes were owed undated. 7 ½ x 12 inches. 4 pp. Folded else Near Fine. . books
1933réf. 013404Boston: Oliver Ditson Company 1933. "An historical sketch with special reference to the pioneer publisher Oliver Ditson Company Inc." Frontispiece map of Downtown Boston in 1722. Illustrated throughout with portraits maps and buildings. 146pp. First Edition. Tan Wrappers. Minor Soiling/No Jacket. Octavo. Oliver Ditson Company Paperback books
1978réf. 09815ROLLING STONE MAGAZINE #262 4-6-1978 first edition vg in wraps. Brooke Shields et.al. Straight Arrow Publishers, Inc. paperback books
1954réf. NF0077LOOKING FORWARD International Publishers 1954 first edition vg in wraps. Works in progress by: Aptheker Finkelstein Allen Trachtenberg Foner Foster Gold Johnson Le Sueur Maltz North Perlo Selsam Sillen Shields Wells Wilkerson & Fast with drawings by Rockwell Kent et.al. International Publishers 1954 paperback books