Early 20th Century Books

A scarce, first edition copy of this important work on television. This was the first book in English on television, and Dinsdale discusses the timeline and technical challenges of t...

AMBIANIC presents Mexican Novel Historical Book Juan A. Mateos Priest and Leader Sacerdote y Caudillo 8.25 h x 5.75 w x 1.75 thick Original vintage condition fading present See all i...

Three ancient books in French by Balzac "Lost illusions" - Binding of 1926. 25 specimens on Japanese paper - 25 " " Chinese " 50 " " ...

A very scarce limited edition set of the poetry of Algernon Charles Swinburne, in handsome half morocco signed bindings by Riviere. A very scarce large-paper limited edition set, wi...

1 Volume. W.S.Gilbert, Bab Ballads. 350 illustrations by the author. Bound in 3/4 tan morocco by Bayntun, top edges gilt, raised bands, gilt panels. London: MacMillan & Co., 1926.

Splendid full leather binding: on front plate gold noble coat of arms and dry-stamped framing with two fillets, gold title on 5-nerved spine, rich gilt frieze framing counterparts; b...

Milne, A.A., By Way of Introduction. London: Methuen & Co., Ltd., 1929. First edition, first printing, signed on title page. Original printed dust jacket with a custom, clamshell case. This is a first edition of A.A. Milne's By Way of Introduction. Milne has signed the book on the title page in blue ink. The book is presented with its original beige dust jacket. It was published out of London by Methuen & Co., Ltd., in 1929. This book features a collection of introductions written by Alan Alexander Milne (1882-1956). The collection of essays and excerpts were written for various publications and compiled by Milne. The work shows off his accessible and sometimes humorous writing style, recognizable from his children's books. There is a selection of his critical work included in the volume, as well a piece about his philosophical approach to writing children's books throughout his career, and even a few details about his Winnie the Pooh character, Christopher Robin. Milne was best known for his children's book series Winnie the Pooh. Included in the back of the book is a loose pamphlet advertising the Pooh series as "the most popular gift books...

2 Volumes. Charles T. Yerkes, Esq, Catalogue of Paintings & Sculpture In His Collection. The author was an American Financier who played a part in developing mass transit systems in ...

19 Volumes. Bret Harte, The Writings. Riverside Edition. Bound in 3/4 green Morocco and marbled boards bordered in gilt-tooling. Spines display gilt-too...

A truly beautiful limited edition set of the works of Anglo-Irish novelist Oliver Goldsmith, illustrated throughout and with a number of volumes signed by the artists. The twelve vo...

The first edition of this novel with a lovely association, signed by the author and her mother to the politician Alfred Milner. The first edition, first impression. A presentation ...

2 Volumes. Humphrey Ward & W. Roberts, Romney. Bound by Bickers & Son in full navy morocco with the covers displaying a gilt-tooled border. The spines display raised bands, bordering...

5 Volumes. George C. Williamson, Bryan's Dictionary of Painters & Engravers. Bound in 3/4 purple morocco and linen boards, bordered in gilt-tooling. The spines display raised bands, ...

These two books contain different documents on Merlin de Thionville, former French deputy of the 18th century. This reprint dates from 1927. Set of old books dating from the 20th cen...

Format - Hardcover Author - Adolphe Chanaux Publication Year - 1997 Language: French/ English France

A late 19th century to circa 1900 red velvet photo book with twenty seven old photos of American Indians. The engraved silver ornament on front was added at a later date to give a No...

re. O/5567 - This is a collectible book.! By Peter Mark Roget, M.A., revised and enlarged by Samuel Romilly Roget, M.A. - London - Great Britain -

1 Volume. H. Noel Williams, The Fascinating Duc de Richelieu. Bound by Bayntun in 3/4 wine morocco and marbled boards with the covers and raised band spine decorated with gilt-toolin...

Miller, Francis Trevelyan (Charles A Lindbergh). Lindbergh: His Story in Pictures. New York and London: G.P. Putnam's Sons (Knickerbocker Press), 1929. Collector's Edition. Octavo, o...

Eugène Vallin (1856 – 21 July 1922) was a French furniture designer and manufacturer, as well as an architect. Hardcover, 319 pag.

The Works of Shakespeare Complete in 7 duodecimo 3/4 leather bound volumes with marbleized boards and end papers, top edges gilt. A charming set in attractive original condition. Fro...

North American Wild Flowers by Mary Vaux Walcott, signed limited edition 1925 This is copy #129 of 500 Published by The Smithsonian Institution Washington, D.C. 6 volumes. Folio (14....

1 Volume. W.C. Whitney, The Whitney Stud. Bound in 3/4 brown morocco and marbled boards. The spines display raised bands, floral panel details, bordering, and label lettering, all gi...

1 Volume. Mrs. Steuart Erskine, Beautiful Women in History and Art. Bound in full brown morocco with boards displaying gilt corner and border detailing...