Signed Books ($100 - $250)

American actress (1924-2014), named the 20th-greatest female star of classic Hollywood cinema by the American Film Institute; active in films between 1942-2014. His book "By Myself" signed by her on the first title page; first edition, 7th printing by Alfred A. Knopf, New York, 1979.  Size is 6.5 x 9.5 inches, 377 pages (with many black-and-white photographs of her), hard covers, dust jacket, rust stains on the front end page, in excellent condition.

American playwright (1853-1931), theatrical producer, impresario, and director, who pioneered many innovative new forms of stage lighting and special effects in order to create realism and naturalism. French edition of the book "Deburai" by Sacha Guitry, premiered in France in 1918 at the Belasco Theatre in 1920, signed by Belasco on the second blank page with a short sentiment, dated in October 1927. Size is 9.5 x 11.8 inches, 179 pages plus extras and covers, missing back cover, front cover in poor shape, book in very good condition.

Swedish soprano (1910-2006) and wife of the celebrated Swedish tenor Jussi Bjorling. Her book (presentation copy) "Jussi" signed by her and co-author Andrew Farkas on an attached bookplate on verso of the front cover, and signed again and inscribed by Mr. Farkas with a short sentiment opposite the bookplate, dated on November 8th, 1996. Published by Amadeus Press, Portland, Oregon, 1996. Size is 6.5 x 9.2 inches, 456 pages, hardcovers, dust jacket, many interesting pictures and a facsimile signature of the famous tenor on his photo on the first title page.

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 journalist (b.1935) and author known for his biographies of United States political figures Robert Moses and Lyndon B. Johnson. His book "The Years of Lyndon Johnson: Master of the Senate" signed by him on the full title page, published by Alfred A. Knopf, New York, first edition. Size is 6.5 x 9.5 inches, 1167 pages, hard covers, dust jacket, in excellent condition.

American politician (b.1924) and former (the 39th) president of the USA. His book "We Can Have Peace in the Holy Land" signed by him on the full title page, published by Simon & Schuster, New York, 2009, 1st Edition.  Size is 6.5 x 9.5 inches, 228 pages, hardcovers, dust jacket, in excellent condition. A great Jimmy Carter autograph book that should be in everyone´s US presidential collection.

American socialité (1893-1955) and the wife of the Italian operatic tenor Enrico Caruso. Her Book "Enrico Caruso: His Life and Death" signed by her on the frontend page. Size is 5.5 x 8.4 inches, first edition, 1945, fourth printing, hardcovers, dust jacket, 303 pages, in overall very good condition.

French actor and entertainer (1888-1972).  Great edition of his book "I Remember it Well" signed by him on the frontend page.  Size is 5.9 x 8.5 inches, 221 pages, First Edition, first printing, published by The MacMillan Company, 1970; hardcovers, dust jacket, 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, New York,first edition, 2017. Hardcovers, dust jacket, 494 numbered pages, 6.25 x 9.25 inches, in excellent condition.

American broadcast journalist (1916-2009), and anchorman for CBS News for 19 years. Great edition of his book "Eye on the World", signed by him on the title page. "Eye on the World" is a book about his career, with many black and white photographs and information.  Size is 8 x 10.25 inches, 310 pages, First Edition, second printing, published by Cowles Book Company, New York, 1971, dust jacket, in very good 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

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.

American actor (1916-2020), producer, and director, appearing in more than 80 films during his career, being active between 1946 and 2008. Beautiful edition of his book "Climbing the Mountain: My Search for Meaning" signed and inscribed by him on the frontend page, dated in 1998.  Size is 6.3 x 9.5 inches, 269 pages, first edition, published by Simon & Schuster, 1997; hardcovers, dust jacket, in excellent condition.

British ballet dancer (1919-1991), considered by many one of the greatest dancers of the 20th century. Book "Margot Fonteyn" authored by Anthony Gordon signed by him and Margot Fonteyn on the first page.  Size is 6.1 x 9.75 inches, printed by Phoenix House, 1950, 132 pages, hardcovers, no dust jacket, limited edition of 250, in very good condition.

Celebrated Italian ballet dancer (1888-1954). Her book "L'Arte della Danza" signed and inscribed by her on the first blank page. First Edition, 1923, Illustrated. Size is 6.75 x 10.25 inches, some cracks over the spine, in fair 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 jazz percussionist (1908-2002), and bandleader, active between 1927-2002. His autobiography "Hamp: an Autobiography" written together with James Haskins; signed and inscribed on the first title page with a short sentiment by Hampton.  Published by Warner Books, 1989, 1st Edition, 286 pages, illustrations, hardcovers, dust jacket.  Size is 6.2 x 9.25 inches, minor stains of the front end page, in very good condition.

American author (b.1948), and film producer, and the widow of English musician George Harrison of The Beatles, active since 1972. Her book "George Harrison: Living in The Material World" signed by her on the title page, published by Abrams, New York, 2011, first edition. Sie is 9.8 x 11.1 inches, 400 pages, hard covers, dust jacket, in overall excellent condition.

British music author (1951-2017), journalist, consultant, and broadcaster.The Rolling Stones are an English rock band formed in London in 1962, active across seven decades, they are one of the most popular and enduring bands of the rock era. Haver's book "Rolling with The Stones" signed by him and by The Rolling Stones' bassist Bill Wyman on the title page, published by DK Publishing (London), first American edition (2002). Size is 10.25 x 12.25 inches, 512 pages, hard covers, dust jacket, in excellent condition.

American cartoonist and author (1909-2001), known for his commentaries on domestic and foreign policy, his artistic name was Herblock. Signed book "Through the Looking Glass - The Reagan Years in Words and Pictures", first edition, 1984, published by W.W. Norton and Co, New York. 287 numbered pages with many full-page caricatures, hardcovers, dust jacket. Signed by Block on the frontend page, size is 6.4 x 9.5 inches, in very good condition.

American actor (1923-2008) and political activist, who appeared in almost 100 films over the course of 60 years. His book "In the Arena" signed and inscribed by him on the first full title page.  First edition by Simon Schuster, New York, 1995.  Size is 6.4 x 9.4 inches, 592 pages, hardcovers, dust jacket, in excellent condition.

American actor (1923-2008) and political activist, who appeared in almost 100 films over the course of 60 years. His book "The Actor's Life" signed and inscribed by him on the front end page; published by Henry Robbins, New York, 1st Edition, reprinted 1978, including black and white photographs at the center.  Size is 6.5 x 9.5 inches, 482 pages, hardcovers, dust jacket, in very good condition.

American actor (1931-2018), singer, film producer, and author; active in films between 1950-2015. His book "Confidential" boldly signed and inscribed by him on the full title page, dated 2005.  Algonquin Books, first edition, 2005, hardcovers, 378 pages, size is 6.2 x 9.25 inches, in very good condition.

English celebrity chef (b.1965) and talk show host who has appeared on and hosted a variety of Food Network programs. His book "Impossible to Easy" signed by him on the frontend page; published by William Morrow, first edition, 2010.  294 pages, lot of full color illustrations and photographs, hardcovers, dustjacket, in excellent condition.

Complete book by Irving Kolodin, over 600 pages, condition: like new. Published in 1953. Signed on first page by Lucine Amara, Roberta Peters, Mildred Miller, Margaret Roggero, Giulio Gari, Janet Collins, Zachary Solov, Paula Lenchner, Genevieve Warner, Osie Hawkins, Met manager Rudolf Bing and conductor Max Rudolf. Tenor Brian Sullivan signed on inner cover, opposite than all other signatures.

American historian (1934-2015), best known for his lawsuit against the National Archives and Richard Nixon, which won the release of the tape recordings in relation with the Watergate scandal. Signed book, inscribed and dated in 1993, with a long sentiment, first edition 1990, published by Alfred A. Knopf, New York. A total of 731 numbered pages plus hard covers, dust jacket, all in very good condition. Signature is on the frontend page, 6.75 x 9.5 inches.

American cartoonist, animator and producer (1899-1994), creator of the character "Woody Woodpecker".  Signed book by Joe Adamson, Lantz´ signature is on the frontend page, 254 numbered pages with many black and white illustrations, hardcovers, dust jacket, 6.25 x 9.2 inches, in excellent condition.

American portrait photographer (b.1949) best known for her portraits, particularly of celebrities, which often feature subjects in intimate settings and poses. Her book "A Photographer's Life 1990-2005" signed by her on the first title page, published by Random House. Size is 10.3 x 13.75 inches,475 pages, hard covers, dust jacket, minor wear on dust jacket, otherwise in very good condition.

American portrait photographer (b.1949) best known for her portraits, particularly of celebrities, which often feature subjects in intimate settings and poses. Her book "American Music" signed by her on the title page, published by Random House, first edition, 2003. Size is 9.75 x 12.25 inches, 264 pages, hard covers, in very good condition.

French ballet dancer and choreographer (1905-1986) of Ukrainian origin, one of the greatest ballet male dancers of the 20th century. His book "Dance", version in Spanish ("La Danza"), boldly signed by him and inscribed on the first title page, dated in Buenos Aires, Argentina, in 1950.  Translation into Spanish from the French original, published by Ed. Siglo Veinte, Argentina, 1947. A total of 290 numbered pages, dust jacket, hardcover. Dust jacket is in fair condition, book in very good condition, 6.5 x 9.2 inches.

Russian-born French dramatic soprano (1860-1936) who was particularly associated to Wagnerian roles. Litvinne developed a fantastic career in Europe and later became a voice teacher. Autobiography book, entitled "Ma Vie et Mon Art", in French, published by Librairie Plon, 1933. Signed on first page by the star soprano, inscribed to one of her students, American singer Cecilia Mitchell. Size is 4.75 x 7.5 inches, complete with all 292 pages plus covers, minor water damage on front cover, binding and pages in excellent condition

Russian prima ballerina and choreographer (b.1940), her book "A Dance Autobiography" signed and inscribed by her on the title page, with a short sentiment. Larger size book (9 x 12 inches) with 366 pages, hard covers and dust jacket, many illustrations (photographs) about her career. In excellent condition. SEE PRICE BELOW WATCH Natalia Makarova in Sleeping Beauty, with Valery Panov (1964)

Russian prima ballerina (b.1940) and choreographer, whose performances were considered standards of artistry and aristocracy of dance, marking her as the finest ballerina of her generation in the West. Book "Ballerina" authored by Richard Austin, published by Dance Horizons, New York, 1978, First Edition, signed by the Russian ballerina on the first title page. Size is 6.25 x 9.5 inches, 139 pages, hardcovers, dust jacket, in excellent condition.

American novelist and short screenwriter (b.1948), especially noted in the science fiction, horror, and fantasy genre. A Souvenir book for the "ConFrancisco" -51st World Science Fiction Convention) held on September 1993, signed by the author on the last page along with many other different authors.  Size is 8.5 x 11 inches, 168 pages, softcovers, in excellent condition.

American novelist and short screenwriter (b.1948), specially noted in the science fiction, horror and fantasy genre. 2 volumes of a graphic novel "A Game of Thrones", successfully taken to the screen in the famous series. Volume 1 is signed by Martin on the title page, while volume 2 is signed by Martin and graphic artist Mike Miller, also on the title page.  Books are full of colorful illustrations presented as comics, and each is 6.8 x 10.5 inches, hardcovers and dust jackets, in excellent condition.  Sold per separate. See scans.

Book signed by Ib Melchior, son of the star Wagnerian tenor Lauritz Melchior (1890-1973), 273 pages with many interesting photographs. Signed and inscribed by author on title page, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a CD that comes with the book attached on the back cover, with 13 tracks recorded in the 1920s, Melchior and other singers. In excellent condition.

Italian-American composer and librettist (1911-2007), who created several popular operas. Signed score for this radio opera in one act, published by G. Ricordi, 1943. Signed and inscribed by the composer on the title page, ownership marks, 180 numbered pages, 8 x 11 inches, minor crack on front cover, otherwise in very good condition.

American dancer, teacher and dance writer (1911-1967). Signed book by Lifar, only 100 were published in alfama paper by Les Editions Nagel, Paris, 1950. A total of 320 numbered pages rebound in hardcovers, some illustrations, 5.5 x 8.75 inches. Original covers in poor condition with paper loss, but book is in very good condition. 

American dancer, teacher, and dance writer (1911-1967). Signed book by Lifar, probably of her ownership, 38 numbered pages bound in new hardcovers, 5.6 x 7.6 inches, some signs of wear, in very good condition.

British-Australian actress (1948-2022), singer, and activist; active between 1963-2022. Her book "Livwise: easy recipes for a healthy, happy life" signed by her on the title page as "Olivia" with a short sentiment, published by Lions Press (2012), first edition 2011. Size is 8.6 x 10 inches, 192 pages, in excellent condition.

Hairspray is an American musical with music by Marc Shaiman, lyrics by Scott Wittman, with a book by Mark O'Donnell and Thomas Meehan. Their book "Hairspray: The Roots" signed on the first title page by  all four authors plus two other signatures (probably other co-participants in the making of the book), published by Roundtable Press Book, and Faber & Faber, Inc.. Size is 10.25 x 10.25 inches, 168 pages, small crack on the dust jacket, otherwise in excellent condition.

Argentine writer and intellectual (1890-1979), well-known for her books and as the published of the magazine Sur - Ocampo is considered one of the most prominent women in South America in her time. Her book "Testimonios - 6ta Serie" (1957-1962), is part of a series of compiled essays, of which 10 volumes were published. Signed by Ocampo on the first blank page, inscribed, with a long sentiment, and dated in July 1963. A total of 268 numbered pages, published by Sur, Argentina, 1963, softcovers. Size is 5.5 x 8 inches, rust on covers and on edges, in excellent condition inside.

Italian superstar tenor (1935-2007), one of the world's most famous vocal performers in history. Martin Mayer's book "Grandissimo Pavarotti" signed on the first title page by the star tenor, dated 1984. Edited by Doubleday & Co, New York, first edition. Size is 9.2 x 12.25 inches, 224 pages, in excellent condition. Two unidentified signatures are found  on the front and back of the frontend page.

Italian superstar tenor (1935-2007), one of the world´s most famous vocal performers in history. His book "Pavarotti: My Own Story" signed by him on the frontend page. Published by Doubleday & Co, New York, 1981, 1st edition. Size is 6.25 x 9.5 inches, 316 pages, hardcovers, dust jacket (evident signs of wear), book in excellent condition.

His book "Gettin' Licked and Other Verse" signed by him on the frontend page. Printed by Metropolitan Press, Oregon, 1934, 1st edition. Size is 5.5 x 7.9 inches, rust stains, damage on the binding, original blue-clothed hardcovers, in very good condition.