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AbeBooks Seller since January 14, 2013
quarto, ca. 8.5" x 12", pp.251 Bound in original red cloth covered boards with minor shelf wear, binding sound, contents near fine. Text in English. placed inside is a letter from Baird - in reply to one from the owner of the book saying that he would be happy to sign the book if it was sent to him. The author signed the book in bold black ink on the back of the title page with a short inscription and date in 1965. The paper dust jacket is present and near fine and has a plastic protector. Note: due to size and weight, shipping outside the USA will cost more than an average book. Seller Inventory # 6380
Title: The Art of the Puppet (signed)
Publisher: MacMillan Ridge Press, New York
Publication Date: 1965
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Near fine
Dust Jacket Condition: near fine
Signed: Signed by Author(s)
Edition: First Edition.
Seller: BYTOWN BOOKERY, Vars, ON, Canada
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good+. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good+. Signed with a small illustration, by the author, dated 1967. Bright red cloth covers with gilt titles to the spine and covers. Light wear to the spine ends and corners, the interior is bright & unmarked. The DJ is Very Good++ and is protected by a clear plastic cover. "Contents: What is a puppet? -- Image from the mask -- Eastern heritage -- Angels, devils & everyman --Karaghioz : a Turkish delight --Punch & Judy : the first family --Orlando Furioso : the flower of chivalry --Oriental tradition --Impact of genius --The surge --Modern magic --Creation of a puppet play --Today & tomorrow. "; 4to 11" - 13" tall; 251 pages; Box 21; Signed by Author. Seller Inventory # 19414
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