Signed (by son David) first edition, first printing hardcover copy of A Century of Growth: The Kachin Baptist Church of Burma by Herman G. Tegenfeldt (William Carey Library, 1974). Signed and inscribed by fellow missionary and son David Tegenfeldt on half title page. Incredibly rare memoir and historical text documenting the Baptist missionary work in Burma. With illustrations, photographs and charts. Moderate wear to covers, especially around the edges. Board slightly bowed and with corners bumped. Tear to spine near top of book. A few instances of mildly split binding. Liquid damage causing staining and subtle waviness, mostly to top edge of book and along gutters on some pages. See photos for condition. Packaged with care and shipped via USPS Media Mail
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A lovely fine copy of Louis De Berrnières’ bestselling 1994 novel subsequently made into a film. The book is the first impression of the first UK hardcover edition. Condition is very good/fine. Protected in an archive cover. Signed to the title page and dated by the author. A highly collectable signed first edition in wonderful condition.
But in the real world people don’t make financial decisions on a spreadsheet.
T. A. COTTERELL. WHAT ALICE KNEW. SIGNED Limited Numbered 1st Edition 1st Print. Dustjacket fitted with a removable protective cover.
Illustrators: John Jude Palencar, John Pierard, Overton Loyd. Developed and Edited by Byron Preiss. Only 3 of the 12 casques have been recovered since the book was published (Chicago, Cleveland, and Boston), and the remaining 9 treasure s are believed to be still buried.
Exceptionally rare proof copy of Agatha Christie’s Poems ( 1973 ) issued by Collins before publication.Stamped by the International Press Agency, confirming authentic review copy provenance. Front wrap has the original Collins proof label with handwritten control number and reviewer’s name. Clean red wraps with minimal age related wear, proof label intact, handwritten control number and reviewer’s name as issued, text block clean and complete.
Making Model Carriages 104 pages, 11.75″ x 8.25″. Coil type binding. 108 pages, 11.75″ x 8.25″.
Deluxe Box set.Hardcover book and Blu ray in limited edition box/sleeve (corner of box bumped. see photos). Housed in a custom designed Deluxe Box with golden foil stamp and silk pull ribbon, in an edition of 190 copies made.