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1976ref. 094241876 Random House 1976 first edition fine in slip-case. 1/300 copies specially bound and SIGNED by the author. Random House unknown
ref. FIC 7/24-17HEINEMANN Book. Very Good. Hardcover. Signed by Authors. FIRST. A VERY GOOD FIRST IN DJ. SUNNED SPINE SIGNED. HEINEMANN Hardcover
1976ref. 365857New York: Random House 1976. Hardcover. Very Good/Near Fine. First edition. Slightly cocked else very good in an about near fine dustwrapper with some toning and wear on the spine ends. Signed by the author. Random House hardcover
1976ref. 91612New York: Random House 1976. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. Good in a Fair dust jacket. Dust jacket shows soiling and upward peeling at upper and lower edges. Cloth of front and rear panels soiled. Spine cocked to the right.; 9.50 X 6.60 X 1.40 inches; 364 pages. Random House hardcover
1976ref. 160323New York: Random House 1976. Hardcover. Very Good in a Very Good dust jacket. Light spotting on side text block edge. 1 inch open tear at spine crown.; 9.1 X 6.5 X 1.5 inches; 364 pages. Random House hardcover
1976ref. 13300063FIRST TRADE EIDITION in dust jacket; SIGNED & INSCRIBED by Vidal. The book is fine; The unclipped dust jacket has a short tear on each end of the spine. Random House hardcover
1976ref. 2006012-9Limited SIGNED AND NUMBERED edition with slipcase. First edition first printing limited signed printing #292 of 300 total issued. Signed by Vidal on the publisher's tipped in numbered page. Solid spine clean crisp pages no writing or marks no folded page corners. No dust jacket as issued. Slipcase clean with no splits or damage. Random House hardcover
1976ref. Q-0394497503Random House 1976-02-12. Hardcover. New. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title! Random House hardcover
ref. 00-TXBR-0FHKThis is the hardcover stated Random First Edition from 1976. Other than a few tiny tears on the DJ both the DJ and the book are in excellent condition. There are no rips tears markings etc. and the pages and binding are tight see photo. Note: All books listed as FIRST EDITIONS are stated by the publisher in words or number lines--or--only stated editions that include only the publisher and publication date. Check my feedback to see that I sell exactly as I describe.Like New hardcover
1976ref. 155816London: William Heinemann 1976. First UK Edition. Briefly INSCRIBED by the author on the title page: "David / from / Gore Vidal." Very Good plus in a Very Good plus dust jacket. Faint foxing on the page block. Jacket spine panel lightly faded. William Heinemann unknown
ref. BN420700Modern Library. 1876 Modern Library 1876 Modern Library Gore Vidal Modern Library unknown
ref. ANAIS-0679602941Modern Library. hardcover. Good. 0x0x0. Buy with confidence. Excellent Customer Service & Return policy. Modern Library hardcover
1998ref. Q-0679602941Modern Library 1998-10-06. Hardcover. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title! Modern Library hardcover
1976ref. 169399New York: Random House 1976. First Edition. Publisher's Limited Edition issued simultaneously with the First Edition one of 300 hand-numbered copies this being No. 75 SIGNED by the author. This copy with an additional inscription over the signature noting "Jack and Robert / from." About Fine with no dust jacket as issued in a Near Fine lightly scuffed paper slipcase. Random House unknown
1976ref. 101465New York: Random House 1976. Paperback. 376p. signed by Vidal on the half-title uncorrected first proof paperback in red wraps with an ownership name crossed out on the cover. Random House paperback
1976ref. 101465New York: Random House 1976. Paperback. 376p. signed by Vidal on the half-title uncorrected first proof paperback in red wraps with an ownership name crossed out on the cover. Random House paperback books
1976ref. 155815London: William Heinemann 1976. First Edition. UNCORRECTED PROOF preceding the First UK Edition and preceded by the First Edition published by Random House the same year. Slight yapping on the top edges of the dust jacket else Near Fine in an about Near Fine dust jacket. William Heinemann unknown
1976ref. D15072New York: Random House 1976. First Edition. Hardcover. Good. Original cloth lacking DJ. With the initials TC in pencil at the front and an auction slip from Bonhams laid in. From the library of Truman Capote auctioned off in parts in New York at Bonhams on November 9 2006. Following Capote's death in 1984 many of Capote's belongings including his library were passed on to his dear friend Joanne Carson wife of Johnny Carson. She became "the loving custodian of these treasures" for several decades until they were dispersed by Bonham's. A nice opportunity to acquire a book from the library of one of America's most colorful and controversial authors. Capote and Vidal had an interesting relationship rather testy at times. Random House hardcover books
1976ref. 5265-72721Library stamp & pocket intact FLEP else content appears as unblemished with very good dark blue/gold gilt cloth covered boards DJ & vinyl protector displaying minimal surface/edge wear as shown Library stamp on text block Perceivable tilt. Synopsis: The third volume of Gore Vidal's magnificent series of historical novels aimed at demythologizing the American past 1876 chronicles the political scandals and dark intrigues that rocked the United States in its centennial year. ------A historical novel that explores the tumultuous political and social landscape of the United States during the year 1876. The story intricately weaves fictional characters with real historical figures to examine the aftermath of the Civil War the contentious presidential election between Rutherford B. Hayes and Samuel J. Tilden and the broader issues of corruption rebellion and reconstruction. Vidal's narrative provides a nuanced portrayal of American society highlighting themes of democracy power and the struggles of a nation grappling with its identity in the late 19th century. The novel combines vivid storytelling with meticulous historical detail offering readers a compelling insight into a pivotal year in American history. With a new Introduction by the author. Insurance & handling is included free. Extra Charges/Fees apply on Shipments Outside The U.S. and Expedited Shipments. Oversize and/or heavy books may require additional fees. Will advise . Written 2.23.2021AK #5265-72721 Img.6505 Change to Box from 11.08.21 Updated 5.6.2025 Random House hardcover
ref. 0434829633.Ghardcover. Good. Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book. hardcover
1976ref. 533951New York: Random House 1976. Hardcover. Fine/Fine. First edition. Fine in a fine slipcase. Copy 192 of 300 numbered copies Signed by the author. Random House hardcover
1976ref. 131323New York: Random House 1976. First edition of this classic novel. Octavo original cloth. Association copy inscribed by the author on the "Kit love Gore." The recipient Katherine “Kit” Vidal was Eugene Vidal’s second wife; he married her in 1939 when she was a 20 year old model with the Powers Agency only six years older than Gore. Near fine in a near fine dust jacket. A nice association. Gore Vidal's Narratives of Empire series spans the history of the United States from the Revolution to the post-World War II years. With their broad canvas and large cast of fictional and historical characters the novels in this series present a panorama of the American political and imperial experience as interpreted by one of its most worldly knowing and ironic observers. The centennial of the United States was celebrated with great fanfare--fireworks exhibitions pious calls to patriotism and perhaps the most underhanded political machination in the country's history: the theft of the presidency from Samuel Tilden in favor of Rutherford B. Hayes. This was the Gilded Age when robber barons held the purse strings of the nation and the party in power was determined to stay in power. Gore Vidal's 1876 gives us the news of the day through the eyes of Charlie Schuyler who has returned from exile to regain a lost fortune and arrange a marriage into New York society for his widowed daughter. And although Tammany Hall has faltered and Boss Tweed has fled the effects of corruption reach deep even into Schuyler's own family. "Vidal writes so well that you find yourself holding your breath over something that is a foregone conclusion. . . . Vidal's talent makes the bloated characters of Washington live in a way history books don't" The Boston Globe. Random House hardcover
1976ref. 126331New York: Random House 1976. First edition of this classic novel. Octavo original cloth. Association copy inscribed by the author on the "Valerie love Gore." The recipient Valerie Gore was the author’s sister. Vidal’s father remarried in 1939 and had two children with his second wife; Valerie was born in 1946. The two remained close throughout the years. Near fine in a near fine dust jacket. Gore Vidal's Narratives of Empire series spans the history of the United States from the Revolution to the post-World War II years. With their broad canvas and large cast of fictional and historical characters the novels in this series present a panorama of the American political and imperial experience as interpreted by one of its most worldly knowing and ironic observers. The centennial of the United States was celebrated with great fanfare--fireworks exhibitions pious calls to patriotism and perhaps the most underhanded political machination in the country's history: the theft of the presidency from Samuel Tilden in favor of Rutherford B. Hayes. This was the Gilded Age when robber barons held the purse strings of the nation and the party in power was determined to stay in power. Gore Vidal's 1876 gives us the news of the day through the eyes of Charlie Schuyler who has returned from exile to regain a lost fortune and arrange a marriage into New York society for his widowed daughter. And although Tammany Hall has faltered and Boss Tweed has fled the effects of corruption reach deep even into Schuyler's own family. "Vidal writes so well that you find yourself holding your breath over something that is a foregone conclusion. . . . Vidal's talent makes the bloated characters of Washington live in a way history books don't" The Boston Globe. Random House hardcover
ref. 1543696635.GaudioCD. Good. Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book. unknown
2000ref. Q-0375708723Vintage 2000-02-15. Paperback. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title! Vintage paperback
