1950s Books

Histoire du Peuple Americain (History of the American People). French book in two volumes by André Maurois from the French Academy, 1955/56. Volume I: Europe discovers America - At t...

Early catalog for Laverne Originals, the modern design company founded by Estelle and Erwine Laverne in 1938. From its modest origins producing primarily wallpapers and textiles, Lav...

A very good collection of 5 of 18 volumes with their original covers, 1,2,2Bis,3 and 4. Series two consists of two books, series two and two Bis.. From 246 to 313 illustrations per b...

Britten's Old Clocks and Watches and Their Makers. Hardcover book with dustjacket. Seventh edition, published in 1956 by Bonanza Books of New York. Illustrated, 518 pages.

The Charterhouse of Parma by Marie-Henri Beyle (Stendhal), translation by Lady Mary Loyd. Revised by Robert Cantwell & Preface by Honore de Balzac. Illustrations by Rafaello Busoni. ...

Embark on a captivating journey of knowledge with this extraordinary vintage book from the USSR titled 'Children's Encyclopedia, Volume 1: Earth.' Published around 1957, this cherish...

Parke Bernet NY, Mildred B. Vanderbilt English & American Furniture, Porcelain, Silver, Sheffield Plate, Mazers, Treen and Leather Ware, Paintings & Rugs,...

Meubles et Ensembles Bretons by Stany Gauthier. Ch. Massin Paris, 1950. 40 b&w plates. 12 page introduction followed by b/w photo plate section of 36 pages. Part of 'Collection de l'...

Things That Go Bump in the Night Hardcover by Louis C. Jones. Hill and Wang, NY, 1959. 1st Ed hardcover with Mylar covered dust jacket. Contains more than 200 stories of the restless dead, most from around New York state; each of the six chapters is made up of a continuous flow of narrative. Ghosts, in various forms, are seen and talked about all over the world. People who have recently come to America, as well as those whose families have lived here for generations, tell ghost stories, and it is this basic American folklore that Dr. Jones has collected and retold. Included are stories about haunted houses, murder, murderers, revenge, suicide, and the hungers that bring the departed back to their earthly haunts. The chapter on haunted history, containing more than forty stories, is a kind of spooky chronology of American history. The stories begin with the Indians, tell of the French and Indian wars, the Revolution, the early days on New York State's Erie Canal, Martin Van Buren...

Oscar Niemeyer: Works in Progress, Hard Cover with Dust Jacket, 1958 Second Printing Printed in the USA by Reinhold Publishing Corporation "in good vintage conditions" "some rips ...

Chelsea and Other English Porcelain Pottery and Enamel in the Irwin Untermyer Collection by Yvonne Hackenbroch. Published in London for The Metropolitan Museum of History and Art by ...

Step into the enchanting world of vintage knowledge with this captivating tome, "Numbers and Figures, Matter and Energy," sourced from the USSR and dating back to around 1959. This r...

AUTHOR: THOMAS, Dylan. TITLE: In Country Sleep And Other Poems. PUBLISHER: NY: New Directions, 1952. DESCRIPTION: FIRST EDITION SIGNED. 1 vol., one of 5,000 copies printed on Kil...

Accordion brochure for Hansen Lamps listing locations in New York and Dallas. Presents work by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings, Stewart Ross James, Jane Kidder, and Clark Voorhees. Published ...

Harunobu, by Lubor Hajek, and translated by Hedda Vessela Stranska. 1st Edition: Spring Books, London, 1958. Softcover with Silk tied binding, pictorial softcover laid in to green cl...

Let It Come Down by Paul Bowles. Publisher Random House, 1952. 1st Ed, Stated 1st Printing hardcover with dust jacket. Let It Come Down, with its title from Macbeth, tells the story...

2 Volume set: Book of Trees and Book of Shrubs, by William Carey Grimm. The Stackpole Company, Harrisburg, PA, 1957. Pair of 1st Ed books with dust jackets and slip case. William Car...

Step into the treasure trove of knowledge with this remarkable vintage book from the USSR titled 'Malaya Sovetskaya Entsiklopediya' ('Small Soviet Encyclopedia'). Published in 1959, ...

American Historical Views on Staffordshire China by Ellouise Baker Larsen. New York: Doubleday, Doran & Company, Inc., 1950. 1st Ed thus hardcover ...

A beautiful limited edition work on the Great Synagogue of London, an important institution in the city that was destroyed in the Blitz. A illustrated work signed by the author. A l...

The Henry Francis Du Pont Winterthur Museum by Alice Winchester and Joseph Downs. The Magazine Antiques, 1951. First Edition hardcover. A classic work from the...

American historical views on Staffordshire China by Ellouise Baker Larsen. Doubleday, Doran & Company, Inc., New York, 1950. Rare, signed, new revi...

Step into the realm of vintage Soviet science fiction with the book "Избранное" (Selected Works) by Alexander Belyaev. This remarkable tome, crafted around the year 1957, presents a collection of his finest science fiction stories, all contained within the first volume of this two-part series. In this enchanting hardcover edition, spanning 565 pages, you will discover the world of Alexander Belyaev's imagination. Despite the passage of time, the book carries a certain allure, a glimpse into a past era where science fiction narratives captured the hearts and minds of readers. Within the pages of "Избранное," you'll encounter a tapestry of visionary stories that push the boundaries of reality. Alexander Belyaev, a master of the science fiction genre, weaves tales that explore the intersections of technology, humanity, and the unknown. This vintage book, while showing signs of age, retains its unique charm and significance. The hardcover design not only adds to its visual appeal but also speaks to the enduring quality of the content within. As you immerse yourself in the narratives of "Избранное," you'll find yourself transported to diverse worlds, each with its own rules and mysteries. Belyaev's storytelling prowess shines through as he brings to life characters who navigate scientific discoveries, interstellar journeys, and the intricacies of human nature. The stories presented in "Избранное" are a testament to the enduring appeal of science fiction. As you journey through this vintage volume, you'll experience a range of emotions, from awe at technological marvels to contemplation of ethical dilemmas posed by scientific progress. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast of science fiction or a curious newcomer, "Избранное" offers a window into the captivating imagination of Alexander Belyaev. The carefully chosen stories within this book reflect his legacy as a pioneer in the genre, influencing generations of readers and writers. As you turn the pages of "Избранное," you'll witness the power of speculative fiction...

Britten's Old Clocks And Watches And Their Makers by Granville Hugh Baillie. Bonanza Books, New York, 1956. 7th edition hardcover with dust jacket. A historical and descriptive account of the different styles of antique clocks and watches...

Lighting catalog (#C3) published in March, 1959 for the Architectural Lighting Corporation, Eastern United States distributors for Sveld Wohlert, Inc. of San Francisco. Wohlert was t...

Fontana Arte blue mirrored glass and wood game box, 1950, Italy.

The Secret Life of Walter Winchell by Lyle Stuart. Boar's Head Books, New York, 1953. First edition hardcover with Brodart covered dust jacket. The book identifies the fault lines be...

Journey back in time and embark on an enlightening exploration of our planet's mysteries with the captivating vintage treasure, "Children's Encyclopedia: Earth's Crust, Celestial Bod...

Monograph on celebrated modernist architect and designer Pierre Chareau, published by Editions du Salon des Arts Managers in Paris, 1954. With text by Rene Herbst, preface by Francis...

AUTHOR: WAUGH, Evelyn. TITLE: The Ordeal Of Gilbert Pinford A Conversation Piece. PUBLISHER: London: Chapman & Hall, 1957. DESCRIPTION: FIRST EDITION PRESENTATION COPY. 1 vol., inscribed on the front blank endleaf "Dear Miss. Case with respectful sentiments from Evelyn Waugh...

Embark on a gastronomic journey through time with the captivating vintage delight, "Culinary Treasures." This cherished cookbook, originating from the USSR and dating back to approxi...

Step into the captivating world of vintage knowledge with this remarkable tome, "Mini Soviet Encyclopedia, Volume 1: A-Bukovina." This hardcover encyclopedia, sourced from the USSR a...

This is a vintage biography of Sir Emery Walker. A Danish, limited edition overview of the British printer and photographer, published in English in 1959....

First edition of Bernard Rudofsky’s idiosyncratic and iconoclastic discussion of modern living conditions in postwar America, published by Oxford University Press in 1955. 201 pages, 8vo, hardcover with pictorial dust jacket. Several black-and-white illustrations. Rudofsky (1905-1988), an Austrian/American architect, curator, critic, industrial designer, exhibition designer, fashion designer, and author is best-known for his controversial exhibitions and accompanying catalogs, including Are Clothes Modern? (MoMA, 1944), Architecture Without Architects (MoMA, 1964), and Now I Lay Me Down to Eat (Cooper-Hewitt, 1980). He is also famous for his mid-century Bernardo sandal designs, which are popular again today. Behind the Picture Window...

Across the River and into the Trees by Ernest Hemingway Published Jonathan Cape, Thirty Bedford Square, London, 1950 True first English edition preceding the American first edition b...

Author: STEIN, Gertrude. Title: Mrs. Reynolds and Five Earlier Novelettes. Publisher: New Haven: Yale University Press, 1952. FIRST EDITION INSCRIBED BY ALICE TOKLAS. 1 vol., volume 2 of the Yale Edition of the unpublished writings of Gertrude Stein, inscribed by Alice in her tiny hand on the front blank endleaf to the artist Jim Cook...

AUTHOR: CAPOTE, Truman. TITLE: The Grass Harp. PUBLISHER: NY: Random House, 1951. DESCRIPTION: FIRST EDITION PRESENTATION COPY. 1 vol., 8-3/8" x 5-3/8", inscribed on the front bl...

"Low Bridge" casting cry of the salt water angler by Kenneth Bayless. Fish and Game Publishing Co., 1950. Signed and numbered (#175) 1st Ed hardcover no dust jacket. illustrated with...

Truman, Harry. Memoirs by Harry S. Truman: Year of Decisions [and] Years of Trial and Hope. New York: Doubleday & Company, 1955-1956. Special Kansas City Limited Edition. Two Volumes. Signed and dated by Truman. In publisher's original silver embossed black boards with Missouri map...

Delve into the pages of Stendhal's classic novel "The Red and the Black" with this vintage book from the USSR. Dated circa 1955, this hardcover edition boasts 597 pages of gripping n...

Explore the timeless tales of Giovanni Boccaccio's "Decameron" with this vintage book from the USSR, dated 1955. This heavy and beautifully crafted hardcover edition features a trans...

A smart first edition copy of this black comedy by Graham Greene, an exceptional novel by one of the leading writers of the twentieth century, scarce to see in the promotional wrapar...

Hoover, Herbert. The Ordeal of Woodrow Wilson. New York: McGraw-Hill, 1958. Signed and inscribed by Herbert Hoover. Sixth printing. Original dust jacket...

Adamski, George. Inside the Space Ships. New York: Abelard-Schuman, 1955. Signed first edition, third printing. Original dust jacket. Housed in custom slipc...

An exceptional piece of comic book history, this original cover art for Firearm #4 is signed by the legendary artist Howard Chaykin. Known for his innovative storytelling and distinc...

Rare Mid-Century Belgian magazine “MEUBLES ET DÉCORS”, n°674, published in French in October, 1954. Dimensions: 27x38’6cm, 34 pages, unnumbered, color and b/w illustrations. Good con...

Extremely uncommon Fulvio Bianconi Milan, circa 1959. Small folio, cloth with jacket, 72pp. one of 500 copies, signed by Bianconi with an additional inscription initiated by Bianco...

Rare Mid-Century Belgian magazine “MEUBLES ET DÉCORS”, n°670-671, published in French in June and July, 1954. Dimensions: 27x38’6cm, 34 pages, unnumbered, color and b/w illustrations...

Rare Mid-Century Belgian magazine “MEUBLES ET DÉCORS”, n°675, published in French in November, 1954. Dimensions: 27x38’6cm, 34 pages, unnumbered, color and b/w illustrations. Good co...