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Columbia University Press, NY , 1986. 1st edition. Fine/Fine. "Arthur Danto, a thinker of great scope and wide interests, has contributed to many aspects of contemporary philosophy. The broad range of his work is indicated by his previous books, which includes 'The Transfiguration of the Commonplace', which concerns a theme in which Danto has long been interested: the relationship between art and philosophy. 'The Philosophical Disenfranchisement of Art' delves further into that long and complex relationship. It brings the strategies of philosophical analysis to the resolution of conceptual questions in contemporary art, and seeks to explain the deep ties, historical and theoretical, between philosophy and art." [Dust Jacket] STATED 1ST EDITION.

Farrar Straus & Giroux, NY , 1992. 1st edition. Hardcover. Fine/Fine. "Andy Warhol's 'Brillo Box' of 1964 constituted a radical attack on the traditional definition of artwork and, in Danto's view, brought the history of Western art to a close. 'Beyond the Brillo Box' considers the aftermath and the consequences of Warhol's work on three levels. Danto first discusses what he calls the master narrative of Western art... He then takes up the current, post-historical period, which began with Warhol and the collision of 'high' and 'low' art... Finally, Danto addresses the philosophical idea of the master narrative from Plato to Wittgenstein and beyond..." [Dust Jacket] Danto won the 1990 National Book Critics Circle Award for Criticism. There is a protective mylar cover. STATED 1ST EDITION

A Herman Michelman Book, Crown Publishing, NY, 1981. 1st edition. Hardcover. Near Fine /Near Fine. "Collecting and Care of Fine Art' is a thorough examination of the intricacies of the art market. Written by a professional art dealer, this book covers all phases of buying, selling and caring for works of art, from auctions and insurance to restoration and appraisals. Carl David's advice... is invaluable, covering such topics asthe characteristics of a gallery and its proprietor that will assure forthright dealings, what deals to avoid...precautions to take in the conservation of paintings, from simple cleaning to restoration techniques such as inpainting and relining... shipping and insuring works of art, how to guage the competence of an appraiser... buying and selling... evaluat[ing] the current value... advice on the types of art that will make good investments..." [Dust Jacket] Scuff marks on the dust jacket cover otherwise the book is in Fine condition. There is a protective mylar cover. STATED… Read More

The Swallow Press, 1st edition. Hardcover. Fine. "Of all the strange landscapes of America, the most powerfully mysterious, the Far West, had been a compelling force on the imagination for as long as there had been rumor of it.' Beginning in the 1830s, with Catlin and Bodmer and Miller and others, 'at last it was realized in paint.' Hundreds of artists and illustrators continued to portray the West. There were professionals and amateurs, government survey employees, women and men. European visitors - and cowboys like Charles Russell... The West was loved and longed after and romaticized and misunderstood by the non-Westerner. By the Westerner it was loved and taken for granted."" [Dust Jacket] A dictionary of Western artists born before 1900. Each volume has a protective mylar cover. STATED 1ST EDITION.

Simon & Shuster, NY, 1995. 2nd edition. Hardcover. Fine/Fine. "Donald brilliantly depicts Lincoln's gradual ascent from humble beginnings in rural Kentucky to the ever-expanding political circles in Illinois, and finally to the presidency of a country divided by civil war. Donald goes beyond biography, illuminating the gradual development of Lincoln's character, chronicling his tremendous capacity for evolution and growth, thus illustrating what made it possible for a man so inexperienced and so unprepared for the presidency to become a great moral leader." [Pub. Info] Pulitzer Prize winning author best known for this biography. Owner's stamp. 2ND EDITION.

Little Brown and Company, 1983. 1st edition. Hardcover. Fine. "In 'The Arts Without Mystery' Denis Donghue argues that the connection between art and society has changed radically in the twentieth century. Works of art are the product of mysterious and private acts, but our democratic, egalitarian society demands that art be explained, be available to all, and be consumed as if it were a commodity. Donoghue's response to this situation is outlined in these essays, delivered as the 1982 Keith Lectures the most prestigious lectures in Britain..."" [Dust Jacket] STATED 1ST US EDITION, REVIEW COPY.

Oxford University Press, Oxford UK. 1st thus. Hardcover. Fine. No comparable volume offers such extensive coverage of the classical roots of English literature - both surveys of indiviual figures… and separate accounts of major works… [It provides] unrivalled coverage of European authors… who have influenced the development of English literature... [and is] the most complete reference guide to English literary culture..."" [Pub. Info] REVISED EDITION.

The Pilot Press, London, in conjunction with Peter Davis Press, London, 1947. 1st edition. Hardcover. Very Good/Very Good. "This omnibus brings together the three charming novels of George du Maurier. 'Peter Ibbetsom' and 'Trilby' were among the first 'best sellers' in the modern senseÉ.'The Martian' is of especial interest in that it shows us something of du Maurier, the man.....In the pages of all three books, characters in their day as well-known and well-loved as any in English fiction..." [Dust Jacket] There is a protective mylar cover. 1ST EDITION, LATER PRINTING.

Black Dog & Leventhal, New York, 1st edition. Hardcover. Fine. Introductory G2:G70interview with Philip Johnson, noted American architect. Essays on buildings and profiles of nearly 100 skyscrapers around the world. List of the 100 tallest skyscrapers in the world. Large format book, unusual dimensions; will ship media mail. 1ST EDITION, LATER PRINTING

Black Dog & Leventhal, New York, 1st edition. Hardcover. Fine. ntroductory interview with Frank O Gehry, noted American architect. Essays on bridges and nearly 50 profiles of bridges around the world. Impressive text and pictures. List of the 100 longest bridges in the world. Large format book, 1ST EDITION, LATER PRINTING