Twenty Thousand Years Sing Sing (28 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Text clean and unmarked. Binding tight. Spine has very light fading. Cloth boards have some wear at bottom corner edges have small areas worn to boards. Red dyed edges of pages have light wear. Front paste down page has name torn off of an ex libris book plate. Paste down pages and free end papers have toning. No dust jacket.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Missing dust jacket; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 1.4.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 4th New Home Library printing. 412p. A red cloth hardcover book in very good condition. The spine is slightly faded and has a couple of tiny indentations. Pale white smudge on front cover. Otherwise, text clean and binding tight. Memoirs of the warden at Sing Sing prison. Originally published in 1932, this book served as the basis for a Pre-Code film starring Spencer Tracy and Bette Davis.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. 1932. 1st Edition. Very Good hardback book. No dust jacket. A square, tight and clean copy in original blue cloth covers. Spine ends just lightly bumped. 412pp. Sm 8vo. (E).

Hardcover. Condition: Good. New Home Library, no publication date given, but previous owner bought it in 1944, so that is close to the date of publication for this edition. Original copyright 1932. Hardcover, 8-1/4 inches tall, 412 pages, no dust jacket. This copy in basically good, sound condition. Clean, unmarked text. No underlining or marginal notes. Firm binding. However, the top edge of back cover has some rough wear (rubbed raw) for about two inches, and the top of the backstrip is torn. Those are the main defects. The binding has held up well and the text is in good shape. Good overall condition.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: No dust jacket. none. x, 412p., top and bottom of spine fraying, corners bumped and fraying.

, Hardcover/Pappeinband. Condition: Gut. 382 Seiten Gebundenes Exemplar in gutem Zustand mit einigen Gebrauchsspuren. Hardcover copy in good condition with some signs of wear. Contents: Prologue - A Broadcast - I. Rookie Days - II. A Prison Without Walls - III. My Introduction to the Big House - IV. New Trails for Old - V. A Prison Day - VI. The Rose Man - VII. Twenty Thousand Years in Sing Sing - VIII. Men, Minds, and Motives - IX. Who s Afraid of the Chair? - X. Is There a Way? - XI. Groping. XII. The Great American Deterrent Sprache: Englisch Gewicht in Gramm: 208.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1942 reprint. Hardcover w/dust jacket. NF/VG. Book has only minor shelf rubbing and some age toning marks on endpapers. Jacket has edge rubbing wear, short tears, reverse side tape repairs on some parts of the edges, but is basically whole. 412 pages.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. No Jacket. 1st Edition. black cloth binding with silver stamped title on front panel and spine cover, binding tight and square no damage, no DJ, Text clean and unmarked name of PO on paste down fep.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. First Edition/First Printing (No Additional Printing Stated). The Book Is Bound In Black Cloth With Silver Lettering And Red Rule On The Front And Spine. Ownership Information On The Ffep, Dated May, 1932. Last Name And Purchase Date Near The Upper Edge Of The Front Pastedown. Hinges Sound. No Foxing. Water Stain To The Foredge Cloth On The Front And Back. Moderate Edge Wear, Through At The Lower Corners.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Missing dust jacket; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 1.55.

Cloth. Condition: Good. No Jacket. First Edition. 411 pages, Text clean and unmarking binding good crack next to last page otherwise solid, some yellowing due to age. This is the story of Sing Sing as told by its long time Warden. Book.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. First Edition (SD). This is the genuine first edition from Ray Long & Richard R. Smith and I'm offering it at a sharp discount to the other genuine firsts that are in very good dust jackets. Remember as you look at the photos that this is a dust jacket from 1932. That's like 200 in human years. The imperfections on the jacket are a couple of not large and thin tears off the front top and bottom edge, a fairly small loss at the top of the middle edge between the front cover and front flap, just tiny losses at the other corners, one thin tear off both the top and bottom edge of the rear cover. So the strength versus most of the other jackets is that there really isn't a significant chip or loss. There are a few small tears and scuffing at the spine ends. The front cover and spine are quite clean. The spine is not particularly toned. The white rear cover is quite clean as well. The flaps are in nice condition. They are quite clean and I'm not seeing any tears. All four corners have tucking-in clips, but the original $3.00 price is present and untouched, just above the clip at the bottom corner of the front flap. I've had the jacket in a fitted protective cover for as long as I've owned the book which goes back a number of years. You can see the book in the last two photos. It's in really nice shape. The black covers are very clean. There's a little whitish area on the front just adjacent to the spine, might be more of a surface scuff or scratch than a spot of soiling, hard to tell. The silver lettering on the front and spine is very bright. Believe it or not, the edges and corners are in terrific shape, no rubbing. A little bit of the spine ends has some crinkling. There are two thin indents around the middle of the spine, nothing terribly significant. The rear cover looks pretty much perfect. The page edges don't appear to have any stains, little bit of toning on the bottom page edge. This fairly thick 412 page book is very solidly bound. The pages are nicely tight throughout and the covers are nicely tight as well. There is a lightly penned inscription on the blank first front end paper (To Billy from Dolly, Christmas 1932). There is no other writing in the book. There are no markings. No attachments, no bookplates. And I haven't found any conspicuous creasing. The pages are very clean. So are the inside covers and end papers. Thus far I haven't found any soiling anywhere. There is what looks like a bit of foxing/spotting off the top edge of the title page, likely a reaction to the glossy facing frontispiece photograph of the warden. But I didn't see any other foxing on any of the other text pages facing glossy illustration pages so maybe it is just a bit of soiling off the top edge of the title page. All the illustrations are in excellent shape. Lewis E. Lawes continued on as warden until 1941, a total of 21 years. The same year the book was published it was made into a movie of the same name directed by Michael Curtiz and starring Spencer Tracy and Bette Davis. The film was remade as Castle on the Hudson in 1940, starring John Garfield, Ann Sheridan, and Pat O'Brien. From the jacket: 'Sing Sing stands out in the day' s news with greater prominence than any other institution related to crime in the world-- with the possible exception of Scotland Yard. And Lewis E. Lawes, during the 12 years he has been Warden, has done more to give Sing Sing a-- shall we say-- favorable reputation with the public than any other warden in the prison's century of history. Humor, pathos, tragedy, adventure, crime, instruction-- all the elements of human interest, illustrated by countless incidents and experiences in the lives of the men and women-- unknown and notorious-- who have been under the Warden' s care, make this a book for all types of readers, crime story addicts no less than students of penology-- readers who love a story for its own sake and readers who look for light on America's greatest problem, crime and its cure.'.

Hard Cover. First Edition, First printing. BUMPED SPINE ENDS, OTHERWISE A FINE BOOK IN VERY GOOD, PRICE-CLIPPED DUST JACKET WITH EDGE CHIPPING, AND SMALL TEARS. BOOKPLATE. Source of Michael Curtiz' 1933 film with Spencer Tracy and Bette Davis, remade in 1940 by Anatole Litvak as "Castle on the Hudson" with John Garfield, Ann Sheridan, and Pat O'Brien.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. 1st Edition. Sm.8° - 411pp - First edition, text in English language. Original red binding and original dust jacket. The dust jacket with signs of wear otherwise in very good condition.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good Minus. Reprint. Edition. New York & Chicago: A.L. Burt Company, 1932. One of the most famous titles from an era when we had "gangsters" rather than "gangstas." Made into a film starring Spencer Tracy. Lewis Lawes (1883-1947) was in charge of Sing Sing for two decades and, although considered a reformer, he supervised over 300 executions. This is a Very Good copy of the A.L. Burt reprint, published in the same year and less common than the First Edition from Long & Smith. Reprints can be desirable by collectors since they closely approximate their more expensive forebears. Blue cloth binding with black lettering. Clean text; 412 pages. The striking dustjacket is complete, but has some edgewear and a 1/2" chip across the head of the spine. In an archival plastic protector. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Reprint. Edition. Hard Cover. Very Good/Very Good Minus. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Hardcover. Condition: Good+. 1st Edition Cloth Bds G+ to VG, a clean, solid book with wear on extremes, no dj 8vo, 412pp., owner bookplate and signature on front endpaper.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket. Publisher's cloth. Inscribed to the ffep by Lawes, dated 1937. PO bookplate. Spine and cloth edges sunned. Spine ends frayed. Sound and square. ; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; Signed by Author.

Cloth. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fair. Second edition. In extra bright blue covers with deco lettering in black. Clean unmarked pages in firm binding. Rear page has pulled from threads at upper 1". With historic photo illustrations of life at Sing Sing. Jacket bright with striking design, with chips to edges and tanning to rear. Jacket with original price.

Hardcover. Condition: VG. Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket. 1st Edition. Rubbing, light soiling, and edgewear to cover. Most wear is at spine; titles to spine are worn and spine is somewhat loose, but no pages are starting; Very Good. Overall solid copy; interior is clean. Author was Warden at Sing Sing Prison. Inscription by Lawes on front free endpaper dated May 29, 1932 ; B&W Photographs; 412 p.; Signed by Author.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. Black cloth. Book has very light bumping to bottom corners, light smudging to top edge of pages. otherwise book is excellent, very clean and very sharp, with sharp silver lettering, a tight binding, clean pages. Dust jacket is clipped on four corners, chipping and tears at corners, top of spine a bit frayed, spine toned a bit. otherwise front cover is very bright and jacket is presentable and now protected in a mylar cover.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. First Edition. Ownership address label on front pastedown, else about fine, tight, clean in a vg dj with about a 3/8" hold in rear panel, a few short tears near edges, and slight shallow chipping at spine ends. Slight fading to lettering along spine. Overall, an exceptionally nice copy of this famous '30s gangster era book by the warden of Sing Sing Prison in New York. Striking cover design.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Reissue. Hardcover in sky blue cloth lettered in black. Early reprint, still carrying only the 1932 copyright date. INSCRIBED ON THE FRONT FREE ENDPAPER: 'To Mrs. ______ _______/ A splendid personality, with much respect. Lewis E. Lawes/ June 10, 1937". 412 pp. Illustrated with photohgraphs Very good, spine sunned, shallow wear at spine exrtremities and a small scuff front cover; vintage bookplate front pastedown. No jacket. The memoirs of the warden of New York State's Sing Sing prison; Lawes served as warden from 1920 to 1941. He was an advocate of modern rehabilitaion efforts and worked to educate the public about the realities of prison life. The book was the basis of the 1932 film starring Spencer Tracy and Bette Davis and directed by Michael Curtiz.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Splendidly bound in bright black finely woven cloth stamped brightly in silver and red on the front boards and on the spine. Very clean and tight. In a striking dust jacket designed with prison bar motifs by Samuel Schaeffer. With the original price of $3.00 at the bottom of the inside front flap; and with light chipping and some small pieces missing at the top and bottom of the spine ends. Note: This copy has two dedication pages, one laid in and signed by "Lewis Lawes" in purple ink and underscored. The printed dedication reads: "To those tens of thousands of my former wards who have justified my faith in human nature." The signed dedication page fits seamlessly over the original dedication page, but has not been glued in. A very handsome collectible copy and rather scarce with Warden Lewis Lawes' signature. Lawes was Warden of Sing Sing from 1920-1941. This book was the basis for Warner Brothers movie staring Spencer Tracy and Bette Davis and directed by Michael Curtiz. During the early sound era, the subject of prison reform was rarely addressed in Hollywood movies until the release of I Am a Fugitive From a Chain Gang (1932) which generated a storm of controversy and sparked public interest. After that, the topic became a subgenre of the crime melodramas so popular at the time and, not surprisingly, most of the best entries were from Warner Bros. who specialized in contemporary films with urban settings, often based on true events. This was particularly true of 20,000 Years in Sing Sing (1932) which was based on the memoirs of Lewis E. Lawes, the former warden of Sing Sing. Lawes began his career as a nineteen-year-old prison guard and rose through the ranks to his eventual appointment as governor of Sing Sing. Like his predecessor, Thomas M. Osborne, Lawes was committed to educating the press and the public about the harsh realities of prison life and programs that could successfully rehabilitate prisoners. Many of his experiences would serve as source material for other popular prison dramas such as Over the Wall (1938), You Can't Get Away with Murder (1939), and Invisible Stripes (1939). Because the studio so valued Lawes's involvement in 20,000 Years in Sing Sing he was given final approval of the script and the finished film. In exchange, Lawes arranged for director Michael Curtiz and his cast and crew to have access to Sing Sing where several scenes were shot using actual prisoners - a rare instance of on-location filming for a major studio during that era. (TCM) First Edition with matching dates of 1932 on the title and copyright pages.

Cloth. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Not Stated (illustrator). First edition. The first edition of this illustrated autobiography of a prison warden at Sing Sing Correctional Facility. The first edition, first printing.In the original unclipped dust wrapper.Illustrated with a frontispiece, and twenty-two plates. Collated, complete.An account of Sing Sing, written by the prison warden, Lewis E. Lawes, who spent twenty-one years as Warden of Sing Sing Correctional Facility in New York, during which time he oversaw three hundred and three executions. This was Lawes' most famous work, and was made into films in 1932 and 1940.This work details not only the history of the prison, the prisoners within and the executions, but it also illuminates the criminal mind. In the original publisher's cloth binding, in the original unclipped dust wrapper. Externally, smart. Light shelf wear to the head and tail of the spine and to the extremities. A few light marks to the cloth. Edge wear to the dust wrapper has resulted in small chips and closed tears, with tape repairs to the reverse. Light age-toning and spots to the wraps. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean. Near Fine. book.

First edition. Beautiful signed deluxe presentation edition. 8vo 8 1/4" tall. Deep maroon leather bound with 5 raised bands on spine. On prelim are 18 signatures: "To a great warden and a good friend appreciating both his hospitality and his book: Karl Kingsley Kitchen, Collier Ford, Oscar Cooper, Hamilton Thompson, Jack Pait, John L. Schoenfeld, Frank Callan Norris, Harold E I Williams, Harry Scherman, Louis Reid, Richard Roy Smith, Ray Long, Thomas Meighan, William L. Chenery, Robert Morss Lovett, James Donald Adams, James R. Quirk, Thomas L St. (???). I have identified 11 signatures as follows: Karl Kingsley Kitchen - (1885 - ? ) author; John L. Schoenfeld - (Printer of post cards and menus); Frank Callan Norris - author; Harry Scherman (1887-1969) Publisher and Economist, in 1916 established Little Leather library, in 1926 co-founded Book-of-the-Month Club with Robert Hass; Richard Roy Smith - (1885-1957) Publisher; Ray Long - (1878-1935) Publisher; Thomas Meighan - (1879-1936) Actor of silent films and early talkies starring opposite Mary Pickford and Gloria Swanson; William L. Chenery - Editor of Collier's from 1925-1943; Robert Morss Lovett - ( 1870-1956) American educatorand writer. Assoc. editor of "The New Republic" 1921-1940; James Donald Adams - author and editor; James R. Quirk (1884-1932) vice-president and editor of "Photoplay Magazine" from 1918-1929. Stamped in gilt on spine and both boards, Dentelled edge in gilt inside both boards. Marbled endpages. Top page edges in bright gilt. Front board has been expertly reattached otherwise leather and hinges are in fine shape. Belonged to a a descendent of the author, the famous Sing Sing warden. Very Good condition.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. {Size: 14.60 x 22.86 cms} This book is available in 5 different Leather color without any extra cost. Explore More Options by Clicking on 'More Images' and Notify Us of Your Choice via Email within 24 hours of placing the order. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2017, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1943. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 422, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 422.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. {Size: 19.68 x 24.13 cms} This book is available in 5 different Leather color without any extra cost. Explore More Options by Clicking on 'More Images' and Notify Us of Your Choice via Email within 24 hours of placing the order. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2023, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1974. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 422, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. [Please Note:- Page No. Text Destroyed] 422.