Signed Books

American landscape photographer and environmentalist (1902-1984), highly celebrated for his images of the American West. Signed book, a special edition for Time/Life book subscribers, Ansel´s signature is on a plate on the frontend page. Published by Little, Brown and Co., 1979.  Mostly photographs, with an introduction by Paul Brooks and a forewords by Ansel. Hardcovers, dust jacket, large format 15.4 x 12.3 inches, great for a coffee table, some wear on dust jacket, book in excellent condition.

American politician and diplomat (b.1937), an immigrant from the Czech republic, Albright was the first female Secretary of State in the United States (1997-2001) under Bill Clinton. Signed book, published by Miramax Books, 2003, signature is on the title page, inscribed. Hardcovers, dust jacket, 562 pages, 6.5 x 9.5 inches, in excellent condition.

English actress, singer and author (b.1935), active in film and theater since 1945. Signed book, published by Hyperion, New York, 2008, signature is on the flyleaf or first blank page. Hardcovers, 339 numbered pages, 6.5 x 9.5 inches. dust jacket, in excellent condition.

Great book signed by the famous science fiction writer on the title page, includes some of his debut fantasies. Hardcover, 1979, book club edition, 526 pages, 6 x 8.5 inches, dustcover and book in very fine condition.

Fabulous autograph book, with 12 signatures on the frontend and title pages by some of the most important figures in the Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo company and Jack Anderson, the book´s author. Signatures include: Alexandra Danilova, Michel Katcharoff, Anne Barlow, Vida Brown Olinick, Deni Lamont, Dorothy Lister, Leon Danielian, Anna Scarpova Youskevitch, Irina Pabst, Nora White and Jack Anderson (dance critic and the author).  Published by Dance Horizons, New York, 1981, 333 numbered pages with some illustrations inside, dust jacket, 6.25 x 9.25 inches, very minor wear, in very good condition.

Copy #27 of 250 numbered copies - SIGNED & dated "London ´77" by Baryshnikov on the title page. Features 6 silkscreen mezzotint prints one for each of the Ballets noted in the title. (10" X 8" images printed on 17" X 15" sheets), photographs by Jennie Walton. Published by Megara Screenprinting, London, first edition 1977. All prints, covers, and pages are fine. Housed in a black portfolio with silver stamped titles & black satin ribbon ties. (18" X 16"). In excellent condition. A notably uncommon production highlighting the charm & grace of the dancer in his prime. RARE! sold at a bargain price. SEE PRICE BELOW  WATCH M. BARYSHNIKOV DANCING - Legendary Mikhail Baryshnikov Solos: Don Quixote/Giselle

British dance historian, critic, technical theorist, translator, bookseller, and publisher (1891-1976).  Signed mini book "Margot Fonteyn", 20 numbered pages, first edition, Wyman and Sons Ltd., London, 1948. Size is 5.5 x 8.6 inches, some illustrations, in very good condition.

American explorer, politician and academic (1875-1956). Hiram Bingham III is famous for bringing the ruins of Machu Picchu (Peru) of the Incas to the world´s attention when he discovered them in 1911, later becoming a US senator and Governor of Connecticut.  Signed book "Elihu Yale", about the merchant who gave the name to Yale University, where Bingham was an academic. First edition, 1939, by Dodd, Mead and Company, New York, hardcovers, 362 pages, Bingham signed and inscribed the book on the frontend page, with a Christmas greetings, inscribed, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is an original National Geographic Magazine from April, 1913, the famous issue where his now celebrated 1912 expedition (sponsored by the NGS) and the discovery of Machu Picchu are described. A very long article which takes the entire issue, and includes 244 illustrations, magazine is 6.8 x 10 inches, in very good condition.

Argentinians short-story writer, essayist and poet (1899-1986), and a key figure in the Spanish-language and universal literature. Signed poetry book, "El Hacedor", first edition, Emecé Editores, 1960. Borges signed on the first blank page, 112 pages, 5 x 7.25 inches, softcover, minor damage on spine, otherwise in very good condition.

Former first lady of the United States (1929-1994) during the presidency of John F. Kennedy and was regarded then and afterward as an international icon of style and culture.  Her book, signed as Jacqueline Bouvier, also signed by her sister Lee. This is a limited first edition (only 500 copies) of this delightful memoir written by the Bouvier sisters about their summer in Europe. Folio, original marbled blue paper boards, original cardboard slipcase with photographic paper label, illustrated with drawings and decorations by both authors. Signatures of both Jacqueline (who formerly was Jacqueline Kennedy) and Lee Bouvier on first title page.   Original slipcase, hardcovers, 10.5 x 13.5 inches, in excellent condition. About the book content: In 1951, eighteen-year-old Lee Bouvier and her twenty-two-year-old sister Jacqueline took their first trip to Europe together. Jackie had already spent a year in France living with a French family and attending the Sorbonne. Her many cards and letters had made her sister Lee want nothing more than to see Europe with Jackie. Having convinced their parents, the two young ladies set off to see the continent. As they traveled, they sketched and kept notes, creating an illustrated journal of their time abroad, which they presented to their parents as a thank you upon their return.

American author and screenwriter (1920-2012), famous for his works on fantasy, science fiction, mystery and horror. Signed comics book "The Ray Bradbury Chronicles", volume 4, also signed by illustrators Matt Wagner, Richard Corben, and Al Williamson. A Byron Press Visual Publications book, special issue of 1000 numbered copies of which this is #665, with all the signatures on the title page. Hardcovers and original dust jacket, 7 x 10.4 inches, in excellent condition.  

Limited edition book, signed on the first page both by composer Benjamin Britten and illustrator Sidney Nolan, published by Faber Music, London. A facsimile of the original score of the piece with the same name, with full color, full page illustrations by Nolan.  An edition of only 1000 copies, of which 300 were signed by both composer and artist, this one is number 167, published celebrating the 60th birthday of Britten. Total size is 11.25 x 15.3 inches, hardcovers, original bookcase is included (not shown), in excellent condition.  See scans of front cover, title page, first page, and a couple of pages inside. 

Russian and American poet and essayist (1940-1996), winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1987. Signed book "Less than One", first edition 1986, 4th printing, Farrar, Straus & Giroux, New York. Soft covers with hard cloth-covered slipcase with an original silver print photo attached on the back, 501 printed pages, 5.6 x 8.5 inches, in excellent condition.

English writer and composer (1917-1993), a comic writer, his best-known work is "The Clockwork Orange). First published in 1962, a film adaptation was made in 1971 by Stanley Kubrick, which greatly popularized the book. Luxury edition, leather-bound, signed by Burgess on one of the black pages before the title page. Easton Press, US, 1986, 6 x 9 inches, in excellent condition.

American politician (b.1946) and 43rd President of the United States (2001-2009). Signed book, published by Crown Publishers, New York, 2019, Bush signs on the title page. Hardcovers, 497 numbered pages, including 2 sections with photographs, 6.4 x 9.5 inches, dust jacket, in excellent condition.

American novelist (1924-1984), short story writer, screenwriter and playwright. Capote created several books that are now classics, including Breakfast at Tiffany´s (1958) and In Cold Blood (1966), some were taken to film. Signed book, limited edition published by The Franklin Library, 1979 (but originally published in 1948), Capote signed on the first blank page. Luxurious, leather-bound book with gilded edges, 194 numbered pages, hardcovers, 5.75 x 8.8 inches, in excellent condition.

Italian-American film director, producer and writer (1897-1991), creator of several major award-winning films in the 1930s and 40s. Signed book "The Films of Frank Capra", first edition, 1977, Citadel Press, Seacaucus, New Jersey, USA. Capra signed on the title page, together with the 2 authors of this book, who also inscribed it on the frontend page. A total of 278 pages, 8.75 x 11.25 inches, dust jacket and book both in very good condition.

American writer and lecturer (1888-1955), developer of courses on self-improvement, corporate training and interpersonal skills. Carnegie wrote several books, the most famous being the still extremely popular "How to Win Friends...", published for the first time in 1936. Signed book, the 47th Edition (1944), 312 pages, 5.25 x 8.1 inches, no dust covers, in excellent condition.

American politician (b.1924) and former (the 39th) president of the USA. Book "The Virtues of Aging" signed by him on the title page, published by the Library of Contemporary Thought, New York, 140 numbered pages, 5.5 x 8.5 inches, hardcovers and dust jacket, in excellent condition.

Bulgarian-born environmental artist (1935-2020), his full name is Christo Vladimirov Yavachev. Christo is famous for his works with his now deceased wife Jeanne-Claude and his own. Signed book "The Umbrellas" about the joint project for Japan and USA which led to an exhibition in June-July 1989. Published by the Guy Pieters Gallery, Belgium. Christo signs on the title page of this bilingual (in English and Japanese) book full of pictures. Size is 9.75 x 9.75 inches, in excellent condition. Also included is a separate, 2-page printout that explains about the project.

American novelist (1947-2013), very famous for his espionage novels, with storylines set after the cold war. Signed book, "Clear and Present Danger", one of his most famous novels, first edition, 1989, G. P. Putnam´s Sons, New York, novel was taken to film 5 years later. Signed and inscribed on the short title page, a total of 656 numbered pages, hardcovers, dust jacket, 6.4 x 9.25 inches, in excellent condition.

American novelist (1947-2013), very famous for his espionage novels, with storylines set after the cold war.  Signed book "The Hunt for the Red October", one of his most famous spy/suspense novels, first edition, published in 1994 by Naval Institute Press, Maryland, signed and inscribed by Clancy on the first title page. Hardcovers, dust jacket, 387 numbered pages, 6.25 x 9.2 inches, in excellent condition.

American politician (b.1946) who served as the 42nd President of the United States (1993-2001).  Signed book, with signature on the title page, published by Alfred A. Knopf, New York, 2004. Hardcovers, dust jacket, 957 numbered pages plus extras, in excellent condition.

American politician, diplomat, writer and lawyer (b.1947), who was the First Lady of the United States (1993-2001), then US Senator and Secretary of State, as well as the first woman to be nominated for president of the US by a major political party. Signed book, published by Simon & Schuster, 2014, signature is in blue ink on the title page. Hardcovers, dust jacket, 636 numbered pages, 6.5 x 9.5 inches, very fine condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a third party authentication certificate (a numbered JSA certificate).

American politician, diplomat, writer and lawyer (b.1947), who was the First Lady of the United States (1993-2001), then US Senator and Secretary of State, as well as the first woman to be nominated for president of the US by a major political party. Signed book, published by Simon & Schuster, 2003, signature is on the title page. Hardcovers, dust jacket, 562 numbered pages, 6.5 x 9.5 inches, very fine condition.

American politician, diplomat, writer and lawyer (b.1947), who was the First Lady of the United States (1993-2001), then US Senator and Secretary of State, as well as the first woman to be nominated for president of the US by a major political party. Signed book, published by Simon & Schuster, New York,first edition, 2017. Hardcovers, dust jacket, 494 numbered pages, 6.25 x 9.25 inches, in excellent condition.

French sea explorer (1910-1997), conservationist, filmmaker and scientist who studied the sea and all forms of life in water. Beautiful signed book "Whales" by Jacques Cousteau and Yves Paccalet, first edition in English by Abrams, 1988. A total of 280 numbered pages plus hard covers and original dust jacket, with many color photographs and illustrations. Cousteau signed with blue felt tip pen on a semi-transparent page before the first title page. Very minor wear, almost like new, size is 9.5 x 12.25 inches, a rather heavy, coffee table book. See scans of front cover, first title page with Cousteau´s signature and title page with double page color photograph.

American author, screenwriter and film director (1942-2008), best known for his works on science fiction and thrillers. Over a dozen of his books have been adapted into films. Signed book "Jurassic Park", one of his best sellers and adapted into what is now a series of films, published by Alfred A. Knopf, New York, this is the first Gift Edition (1993), original first edition was published in 1990. Signed by Crichton on the first blank page. Size is 7.25 x 9.25 inches, 461 numbered pages, hardcovers and original dust jacket, slight yellowish tone on cover edges, all in very good condition.  

British molecular biologist (1916-2004), most noted for being a co-discoverer of the structure of the DNA molecules in 1953, which awarded him the 1962 Nobel Prize in Medicine. Signed book "Life Itself", first edition 1981. A total of 192 pages, 5.7 x 8.6 inches, dust covers with minor damage, otherwise in excellent condition. 

Russian ballet dancer (1903-1997), and Kennedy Center Honoree.  Signed book, her biography, entitled with her name, a book by A. E. Twysden, first edition by C.W. Beaumont, London, 1945, some black and white photographs, signature is on the frontend page. A total of 175 numbered pages plus hard covers, no dust jacket, 5.6 x 8.75 inches, in very good condition.

Russian ballet dancer (1903-1997), and Kennedy Center Honoree.  Book "Changes Lobsters and Dance", by Lilli Palmer, signed by Danilova opposite to the first title page - with Danilova´s address in New York, this was probably part of her private library. Published by Macmillan Publishing company, New York, NY, 1975. A total of 320 numbered pages, some illustrations, 6.25 x 9.4 inches, hardcovers, no dust jacket, in very good condition.

Fine, richly illustrated book about the 1980 film "Nijinsky". George de la Peña performed in the title role in this film by director Roland Gelatt. This is a book released by Ballantine Books, New York, in 1980, about the film, contains numerous black and white pictures of the real Nijinsky in performance and real life, as well as 55+ pages full of color shots from the movie. One of the color photos, a full-page picture, is signed by American ballet dancer and actor George de la Peña (Nijinsky) (b.1955), over the top left corner. Soft, silver covers, 11.5 x 11.5 inches, some wear on covers, in very good condition. See some scan examples of pages

French composer (1836-1891), famous for his operas. First edition, 106 pages, published by Mme. Cendrier, Paris, 1858.  Monsieur Griffard was Delibes´ first complete opera comique, and was world-premiered in 1857 with French tenor Ernest Leroy in the title role. A fine copy, signed by the composer and inscribed to the creator of the title role “To Monsieur Griffard, with a thousand thanks to the friend Leroy, Leo Delibes, 1858”. Contemporary quarter morocco covers original front wrapper bound in - First edition, extremely rare.

English ballet dancer and choreographer (1904-1983). His autobiography book, signed on the title page, next to his photograph. Published by Oldbourne, London, 1960, 336 numbered pages with some illustrations, hardcovers, no dust jacket. Overall fading in the spine, in very good condition.

English ballet dancer and choreographer (1904-1983). Book "Ballet Go Round", signed and inscribed by him on the title page, next to his photograph. First edition by Michael Joseph Ltd., London, 1938, 355 numbered pages, hardcovers, no dust jacket, ownership stamp on frontend page, 5.75 x 8.6 inches, some wear on spine, in very good condition.

Italian novelist, critic, philosopher and academic (1932-2016), famous for some of his books, especially for "The Name of the Rose", first published in Italian in 1980, and in English in 1983.  This novel received numerous international awards, and was later taken to the screen in a famous film of the same name (1986). Signed book "The Name of the Rose", 1983 edition in English language, Eco signs and inscribed this copy on the title page above the book title. A total of 502 pages, hardcovers and dust jacket, 6.4 x 9.4 inches. Book is in excellent condition, dust jacket shows signs of wear and a few cracks.

Italian-born Russian soprano (1859-1952), signed autobiography book "My Memories", first and only edition, 1912. In Russian, signed on first page (cover has a large photo of her attached, with a facsimile/printed signature below). Medea Figner signed on the first page and dated in 1930, with a short sentiment in Russian. Size is 6.5 x 9.25 inches, 46 pages, including some fine illustrations (photos), in fine condition. 

English novelist (1926-2005) of international fame, his books have been translated to many languages and adapted to film.  Signed book "The French´s lieutenant´s woman", first American edition, second printing, Little, Brown & Company, 1969. Signature is on the title page, 467 numbered pages, hardcovers and dust jacket, 6.5 x 9.5 inches, in excellent condition.

American architect, author, designer, inventor and futurist (1895-1983), who wrote over 30 books and popularized the geodesic dome. Signed book, inscribed and dated by him in 1981, published in that year by St. Martin´s Press, New York. Also signed by his collaborator, Kiyoshi Kuromiya. A total of 472 pages, hardcovers, dust jacket, all in very good condition.

Signed autobiography book 'Mary Garden´s Story', 1951, first printing, complete with 302 pages, both covers and dust jacket, in very good condition. Signed by her on page 5, book size is 5.75 x 8.25 inches. ALSO INCLUDED is a signed half-tone photo of Mary Garden, from a magazine, shown in custom. Size is 6.75 x 9 inches.

French general and statesman (1890-1970) who led the French Resistance during WWII, later let the government (1944-46).  His book "Memoires de Guerre", in 3 volumes, with volume 1 signed by him and inscribed to Maurice Noel. Noel was a French officer and painter, member of the French resistance, highly decorated for his actions. After painting a portrait for German Marshal Rommel, Noel obtained from him a special pass allowing him to paint the port and ships in the Saint-Breuc area. During 1943 and 1944 Noel sent regularly information which was studied in London. Arrested in 1944 by the Gestapo and sentenced to death, Noel was exchanged for a German General just a day before his execution.  3 volumes, only volume 1 is signed, published by Plon, Paris, 1954, includes some folded maps. Some stain on the signed page, some pages are not properly cut and separated, in overall very good condition. 

Dutch citizen and writer (1909-2010) who helped hide Anne Frank and her family and other people during most of WWII. Gies was a close friend of the Frank family, and was responsible of keeping Anne Frank´s diary safe, after they were captured and sent to concentration camps.  Signed book "Anne Frank Remembered - the story of the woman who helped to hide the Frank Family", written by Gies in collaboration with Alison Leslie Gold. First edition by Touchstone publishers, soft covers, 252 pages, 6.1 x 9.2 inches, in very good condition.

American politician (b.1944), attorney, businessman, who was the 107th Mayor of New York city (1994-2001), Giuliani was politically first a Democrat, then independent, and then (since 1980) a Republican.  Signed book, leather-bound series of signed books by Miramax Books/Hyperion, New York, first edition 2002. This is signed copy 148 of a total of 1000, signature is on the first blank page, 407 numbered pages, gilded edges, hardcovers, 6.4 x 9.4 inches, in excellent condition.

First English edition of the score, printed by Novello (1882), of this oratorio by Charles Gounod.  Signed by Gounod on the first page, score book comes with a program from the Birmingham Choral Society for a performance of The Redemption in 1905-06. The Birmingham Choral Society world premiered this oratorio in Birmingham in 1882. Score is 7 x 9.9 inches, 174 pages, in excellent condition, playbill is 4.9 x 8.5 inches - see scans.

American writer (1921-1992), and author of the famous novel "Roots" (1976), later adapted as a TV miniseries.  Signed book "Roots", inscribed and dated by him in 1979, with a long sentiment mentioning Kunta Kinte, the main character of his famous novel. Hardcovers, first edition by Doubleday & Co., New York, 1976. Dust jacket with some cracks, book is in excellent condition.

Famous American magazine published and life-stylist (1926-2017), founder and editor-in-chief of the "Playboy" magazine. Signed book celebrating the 40th anniversary of the magazine in 1994, published by Playboy Enterprises in that year. Hefner wrote the 2-page introduction of this book, and boldly signed and inscribed the front page of this copy. A total of 368 pages, 9.4 x 12 inches, dust jacket shows a bit of wear, otherwise in excellent condition.

American journalist, novelist, short-story writer (1899-1961), Nobel Prize winner in Literature (1954). First edition novel "For Whom the Bell Tolls", signed by him on the front end page. Published by the Blakiston Company, Philadelphia, 1940, 410 numbered pages, hardcovers, 5.75 x 8.1 inches, original dust jacket with minor damage, book is in excellent condition.

New Zealand mountaineer, explorer and philanthropist (1919-2008), together with Nepalese mountaineer Tenzing Norgay was the first climber confirmed to have reached the summit of Mount Everest in 1953.  Signed book, part of the series of signed leather-bound editions by The Easton Press, 310 numbered pages, 6.25 x 9.5 inches, hardcovers, gilded edges, in excellent condition. Also included is a small certificate of authenticity signed by Edmund Hillary, dated Jan 21st, 2005, a witness and Roy S. Pfeil from Easton Press (not shown).