First Edition Land of Oz + 100-year-Old Rare Books

First Edition Land of Oz + 100-year-Old Rare Books

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A true treasure leads this rare book auction: a first edition of The Land of Oz by L. Frank Baum - a timeless classic and a crown jewel for any serious collector. This exceptional volume is part of a curated collection featuring antique, rare, and first-edition books by some of the most influential authors in literary history, including Mark Twain, Harper Lee, Jules Verne, Ralph Waldo Emerson, and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Explore works across genres such as poetry, mythology, science, health, military history, travel, fairy tales, and children's literature. From beautifully bound volumes to forgotten gems, each item tells a story of its own. Also included: vintage first edition Reader's Digest books and a classic pocket watch. This is more than an auction - it's a chance to own a piece of literary legacy.
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1968 First Edition Reader’s Digest Condensed Books, Three Volumes

Lot # 76      

A lot of three first edition volumes from the Reader's Digest Condensed Books series, published in 1968. Each volume includes multiple condensed literary works along with...more illustrations. Books feature decorative covers and spines, with artwork and text in excellent clarity. Library of Congress Catalog Card Number: 50-12721. Printed in the United States of America.

1969 Reader’s Digest Condensed Books, First Editions, Set of Four

Lot # 77      

A collection of four first edition volumes of Reader's Digest Condensed Books from 1969. Each volume features a compilation of abridged works by notable authors, includin...moreg Helen Hoover, Noah Gordon, Thomas Fleming, Pearl S. Buck, and Rennie Airth. Published by Reader's Digest Association, Pleasantville, NY, these books have distinct decorative covers and spines. Printed in the United States of America.

1970 First Edition Collection of Four Reader’s Digest Books

Lot # 78      

A lot of four first edition volumes of Reader's Digest Condensed Books from 1970. Each volume contains a compilation of condensed novels and stories. Titles include 'Oper...moreation Sippacik,' 'The Secret Woman,' 'Christiaan Barnard - One Life,' 'The Song of Bernadette,' and more. Hardcover volumes feature unique patterned covers and contain illustrations. Published by The Reader's Digest Association in 1970. In good overall condition.

The 7 Habits Hardcover Book Lot by Sean and Stephen Covey

Lot # 79      

Lot of two hardcover books by Sean and Stephen Covey. Titles include 'The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens' and 'The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.' Both books fe...moreature dust jackets with signs of wear but remain in good overall condition. Ideal for personal development and self-help readers.

Set of Three Books by Stephen and Sean Covey

Lot # 80      

Set of three books including 'The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People' and 'The 8th Habit' by Stephen R. Covey, along with 'The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens' by Sea...moren Covey. All books are softcover and appear to be national bestseller editions. Condition is not specified. These works focus on personal effectiveness, leadership, and empowerment.

Set of Three Books by Stephen and Sean Covey

Lot # 81      

A set of three books, including 'The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People' by Stephen R. Covey, 'The 8th Habit: From Effectiveness to Greatness' by Stephen R. Covey, and '...moreThe 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens' by Sean Covey. These paperback editions focus on self-development and leadership strategies. Their condition and publication details are unspecified.

Two Books: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Families and Family Journal

Lot # 82      

Two books by Stephen R. Covey. Includes 'The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Families' and 'The 7 Habits Family Journal.' Both are bound paperbacks. Condition appears to be ...moreused, with potential minor signs of wear. Covers are intact, and contents are presumably complete, suitable for readers or collectors.

First Edition of ‘Principle-Centered Leadership’ by Stephen R. Covey

Lot # 83      

First edition of 'Principle-Centered Leadership' by Stephen R. Covey, published in 1990 by the Institute for Principle-Centered Leadership in cooperation with Executive E...morexcellence. Includes copyright details establishing it as a first edition. Hardcover with dust jacket in good overall condition, showing minimal wear. ISBN: 0-916095-31-2. A sought-after work on leadership principles from the author of 'The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People.'

Lecture Notes in Artificial Intelligence 1510: Principles of Data Mining and Knowledge Discovery

Lot # 84      

New, wrapped in plastic copy of 'Lecture Notes in Artificial Intelligence 1510: Principles of Data Mining and Knowledge Discovery,' edited by Jan M. Zytkow and Mohamed Qu...moreafafou. Published by Springer, the book includes PKDD '98 proceedings. ISBN: 3-540-65068-7. Maintains its original protective covering, ensuring pristine condition.

The Pocket Watch Handbook by M. Cutmore, 1985 Edition

Lot # 85      

The Pocket Watch Handbook by M. Cutmore, published in 1985 by Arco Publishing, Inc. Hardcover edition printed in Great Britain. This book provides insights into pocket wa...moretches, including details on collectors and collecting. Features line drawings, plates with detailed imagery of movements, and a comprehensive bibliography. Measures and condition not specified.

First Edition Hardcovers Featuring Two Books on Golf

Lot # 86      

Two first edition hardcover books on golf. The first is "Golfer's Gold" by Tony Lema with Gwilym S. Brown, published by Little, Brown & Company in 1964 with the first edi...moretion statement on the copyright page. The second is "Five Lessons: The Modern Fundamentals of Golf" by Ben Hogan, first published in hardcover in 1957 by Simon & Schuster with a stated 1985 Fireside printing. Both books are in good condition with visible binding and clean interiors.

The Lost Symbol by Dan Brown, First Edition Hardcover

Lot # 87      

First edition hardcover of 'The Lost Symbol,' a novel by Dan Brown published in 2009 by Doubleday. The book features a black hardback cover with silver-tone lettering on ...morethe spine. ISBN 978-0-385-50422-5 is printed on the copyright page. Overall in used condition with some minor exterior wear visible.

First Edition of ‘Switch’ by Chip and Dan Heath

Lot # 88      

First edition hardcover of 'Switch: How to Change Things When Change Is Hard' by Chip Heath and Dan Heath, published in 2010 by Currency, an imprint of the Crown Publishi...moreng Group. The book retains its original red spine and matching cover with silver-embossed text. This influential guide discusses methods for managing change in both personal and organizational contexts. ISBN 978-0-385-52875-7.

First Edition of ‘Enlightenment for Idiots’ by Anne Cushman

Lot # 89      

First edition hardcover of 'Enlightenment for Idiots' by Anne Cushman, published in 2008 by Shaye Areheart Books, a division of Random House. Design by Lynne Amft. Includ...morees a dust jacket featuring vibrant artwork of a lotus flower. Subject areas include yoga, pregnancy, and personal transformation. Appears to be in good condition with no major visible defects indicated.

First Edition of ‘The Metropolitan Opera: Stories of the Great Operas’ by John W. Freeman

Lot # 90      

First edition copy of 'The Metropolitan Opera: Stories of the Great Operas' by John W. Freeman, published in 1984 by W.W. Norton & Company. Features 150 opera stories, 72...more critical essays, and biographical details of numerous operatic composers. Includes a foreword by James Levine and an introduction by Peter Allen. Hardcover binding with some wear to the dust jacket. Contains an inscription dated 6/16/86 on the front endpaper. ISBN: 0-393-01888-1.

The Heritage of British Literature by Various Authors

Lot # 91      

Hardcover edition of 'The Heritage of British Literature,' featuring contributions by Elizabeth Bowen, Anthony Burgess, Lord David Cecil, Graham Greene, and Kate O'Brien....more Published by Thames and Hudson in 1983 with 114 illustrations, including 14 in color. Bound in brown cloth with gilt decoration and spine lettering. This comprehensive work explores the development of British literature with a focus on its history and notable figures, accompanied by visual material. Printed in Great Britain.

Leonardo Visits Los Angeles First Edition, 1985 by Gregg Constantine

Lot # 92      

First edition of "Leonardo Visits Los Angeles" by Gregg Constantine, published in 1985 by Alfred A. Knopf, Inc. Includes a collection of satirical illustrations and caric...moreatures combining Renaissance themes with modern Los Angeles culture. The book is bound in a softcover format with a colorful illustrated front cover. ISBN: 0-394-74555-2. Manufactured in the United States. Original artwork depicted within was created using various media, including acrylic on canvas.

West Point Sketch Book, First Edition, 1976

Lot # 93      

Published in 1976 by Vantage Press, this is a first edition of 'West Point Sketch Book' by MAJ Ernie Webb, CPT John D. Hart, and JLT James E. Foley. The book features ill...moreustrations and insights into West Point life, with black-and-white sketches depicting cadet experiences. Hardcover with dust jacket; shows some signs of wear. Standard Book Number: 533-02162-6. Manufactured in the United States.

First Edition ‘Elon Musk’ by Ashlee Vance with Bonus Hitchhiker’s Guide

Lot # 94      

First edition of 'Elon Musk: Tesla, SpaceX, and the Quest for a Fantastic Future' by Ashlee Vance, published in 2015 by HarperCollins Publishers. Includes ISBN 978-0-06-2...more30123-9 and clear marking as a first edition on the copyright page. Also included is 'The Ultimate Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy' by Douglas Adams, a compilation published by Del Rey Books in May 2002. Both books are in complete condition, with minor wear visible on dust jackets.

The Classics of Horror by Stoker and Shelley in Gold-Embossed Binding

Lot # 95      

The Classics of Horror: Dracula by Bram Stoker and Frankenstein by Mary Shelley, published by State Street Press (an imprint of Borders, Inc.) in 2001. Hardcover with gol...mored-embossed black leather-like cover and a ribbon bookmark. Printed and bound in the USA by Edwards Brothers, Inc. Includes ISBN 0681975860.

Introduction to Complex Variables and Applications, 1948

Lot # 96      

First edition, sixth impression of 'Introduction to Complex Variables and Applications' by Ruel V. Churchill, published in 1948 by McGraw-Hill Book Company. Hardcover bou...morend in cloth with gold lettering. Features mathematical text and diagrams related to complex variables. Printed by The Maple Press Company, York, PA. Includes a copyright page and cleanly printed pages.

Mankind in the Making by William Howells, 1959 Edition

Lot # 97      

First edition of 'Mankind in the Making: The Story of Human Evolution' by William Howells, published by Doubleday & Company, 1959. Features drawings by Janis Cirulis and ...moreincludes black-and-white photographic plates. Hardcover shows wear, with passages highlighted and underlined in pen by a previous owner. Contains 276 pages, printed in the United States. Book measures approximately 9.25 inches tall and 6.25 inches wide.

1939 Nancy Drew ‘The Clue of the Tapping Heels’ by Grosset & Dunlap

Lot # 98      

A hardcover copy of the book 'The Clue of the Tapping Heels' by Carolyn Keene, published by Grosset & Dunlap in 1939. Features illustrations by Russell H. Tandy. Endpaper...mores are decorated with blue illustrations. The book cover displays wear consistent with age but retains its iconic silhouette design of Nancy Drew. Markings or signs of use may be present.

Colonial America: A Traveler’s Guide by Patricia and Robert Foulke, First Edition

Lot # 99      

Colonial America: A Traveler's Guide by Patricia and Robert Foulke, published in 1995 by The Globe Pequot Press. This is a first edition, first printing copy, as noted on...more the copyright page. Part of the Discover Historic America Series, the book includes bibliographical references and an index and features historical guides to the United States. Paperback binding in excellent condition.

Two Joel Osteen Books Including One First Edition with Dust Jacket

Lot # 100      

Lot of two books by Joel Osteen. Includes a copy of "Become a Better You" by Joel Osteen (2007, first edition, Free Press) with its original dust jacket in good condition...more. The second book, "Every Day a Friday" (2011, first edition, FaithWords), is without a dust jacket. Both hardcover volumes provide inspirational guidance and self-help content. Published in the USA.
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