The Savoy Cocktail Book: Being in the main a complete compendium of the Cocktails, Rickeys, Daisies, Slings, Shrubs, Smashes, Fizzes, Juleps, Cobblers, Fixes, and other Drinks, known and greatly appreciated in the year of grace 1930, with sundry notes of amusement and interest concerning them, together with subtle Observations upon Wines and their special occasions by Craddock, Harry, compiler - 1930

London: Constable & Company, Ltd. , 1930. 1930 date at title page. First edition, second state; without paginated frontis or title page An exceptional and very smart, first edition copy of the iconic collection of drinks recipes and imagery. Smooth pictorial boards, front board w/pictorial plate, some corner, edge wear, fleck, rub, chip. Front panel features art deco interpretation of downing a glorious tonic in hues of green, black, and metallic silver. Exterior spine reinforced w/black cloth bind adhesive. Back board is in a metallic gold, some rub, fleck. Pages generally very good. Endpapers and first few w/varying discoloration. Bind good, square; hinges starting, remain firm. Swirling red and green endpapers of humored drinker with horns. Front endpaper w/small inked message charmingly states: "To Regift is Good!" Vibrant colorful illustration, charming variety of dashing vignettes and decoration throughout by Gilbert Rumbold. Three pages of ruled notes section at back… Read More

Charlottesville: Bibliographical Society of America, 1980. hardcover, dust jacket. 6 x 9.25 inches. hardcover, dust jacket. 568 pages. To commemorate the 75th anniversary of the founding of the Bibliographical Society of America, this retrospective collection of articles seeks to represent, in the broadest possible way, the diverse contributions of the members of the Society to its Papers of the Bibliographical Society of America. The pieces demonstrate to the highest degree of excellence - articles of critical importance that have moved forward the art of bibliography. This volume contains 39 articles that strongly suggest that the practice of bibliography in America during the past three-quarters of a century cannot be easily categorized. Instead, the articles range over the entire spectrum of the world of books. An interesting characteristic of the selection is the preponderance of articles concerned with the relationship between books and people - especially with collectors rather than with those… Read More

Krauss, Ruth: The Carrot Seed. Illustrated by Crockett Johnson, author, illustrator of the Harold and the Purple Crayon series. 1945, Harper & Brothers FIRST EDITION. States 1945 on the title page. Beige Boards. USED. Good Condition/ no dust jacket is included. A nice solid copy. 6 X 8 ¼. "Ruth Krauss's book about a little boy who stands his ground and grows a carrot in the face of doubt from his parents brings up themes of individuality, standing one's ground, and what it is to know something, or the basis of knowledge"

New York: Ecco Press, 2010. Signed by Mario Batali on the title page. First edition / First printing. Pictorial laminated boards. Very fine in very fine dust jacket.

Ahmedabad, India: Navajivan Publishing House, 1959. One of 5,000 copies in the second printing, October, 1959, after 10,000 copies in the 1st printing, April, 1959. Near Fine, tiny rubs at corners. 34 pp. in stapled wrappers. . Second Printing. Pamphlet. Fine. 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall.

The Day Of The Triffids Michael Joseph Fourteenth Impression Thus. March, 1984 Wyndham, John: The Day of the Triffids, Michael Joseph, London. Original copyright 1951. Science Fiction, Horror. Original source material for the film of the same name. One of the creepiest stories you will ever read. Good/Good Price-clipped DJ. Dust jacket is black with large green and white titling and ornamentation. EX-LIB.

London: George Harrap & Co Ltd, 1933. Faux Leather. Very Good/No Jacket. 6.5x9.5. Vol I pp 224 + coloured frontis & 48pp monochrome halftone photographs; Vol II pp 225-464 + coloured frontis & 72pp monochrome halftone photographs; Vol III pp 465-683 + frontis & 48pp monochrome halftone photographs. Blue leatherette boards stamped in gilt on the spine and decorated with fish stamped in black on the spine and front board. A lovely set, very decorative, no dust jackets. In Volume 1 some of the plates are loose. 3 Volumes in this set, price will include extra shipping in the UK, overseas buyers please contact us before placing your order to get a quote to your destination. All orders processed and shipped promptly from the UK, usually within 24 hours. We do not use stock photographs, the picture displayed is of the actual book for sale. Call or email with your questions, these books can only be shipped outside the UK using the fast / air service.

New York: Taintor Brothers & Co, 1868. First Edition. Hard Cover. Very Good/No Jacket. 0x0x0. First edition. Bookplate on front paste-down endpaper. 1868 Hard Cover. 432 pp. Illustrated with numerous engravings. CONTENTS: Introduction to Wheat Culture--Botanical Description of Wheat--Description of Varieties; Soil for Wheat, and Preparation--Culture and Fructification; Saving Seed Grain--Procuring Early Varieties--When to Sow Wheat; Wheat Harvest--General Management of Wheat--Machinery; Mildew--Diseases of Wheat--Insect Enemies of Wheat--Remedies for Insect Ravages.

New York, Abrams Books, 2017, large format hardcover (8" x 10"), 224 pp, First Edition, First Printing by numberline, Very Good condition, no dustjacket as issued, Signed by the Author "Action" in his distinctive script on the front endpaper. Straight, tight and clean with no markings, light corner bumps, shallow scratch to rear board. The popular chef and hip-hop artist presents a collection of his favorite foods from New York City and locations across the planet with characteristic gusto and no-holds-barred language. Boldly illustrated throughout with full color photographs and other suitable artwork. Foreword by Mario Batali. Index appended. ISBN 9781419730122

New York, Abrams Image, 2019, large format hardcover (8" x 10"), 224 pp, Near Fine condition, no dustjacket as issued, Signed by the Author "Action" on the front endpaper. Straight, tight and clean with no markings, slight spine-end and corner bumps. This Urban Outfitters Signed Limited Edition of Bronson's classic 2019 paean to pot is packed with recipes, hilarious stories, and lots of fun stuff to goof around with when you're high. Profusely illustrated throughout with full-color photos and drawings, also includes an exclusive recipe card from Action Bronson at the rear of the book. Appended: Index and Recipe Index. ISBN 9781419734434

New York: Artisan, 2004. Signed on the half-title page, with a flourish: Rosalie - Its all about the flavor, T Keller. First edition / First printing. Red laminated boards. Fine in near fine dust jacket. Erratum slip laid in.