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Literature, Modern Firsts 24 in all, Australian authors, 11, American authors 1, English authors 5, Other Countries 4, Children's books 2, Science Fiction 1, Poetry 9

AUSTRALIAN AUTHORS 24

126930
EAST GIPPSLAND WRITERS.: Pieces from the Puzzle: Short Stories by East Gippsland Writers.
First Edition; Demy 8vo; pp. iv, 68; 12 short stories, bound in original stiff stapled illustrated wrappers, very good copy.
Bairnsdale, Vic.; Bairnsdale Adult Community Education inc.; 1994. Click here to Order

AUD$26

127078 POETRY
FOGARTY, LIONEL.: Nguti.
First Edition; Super Royal 8vo; pp. [viii], 119; text illustrated with 12 full page, coloured plates, bound in original stiff illustrated wrapper; good copy.
Spring Hill, Qld.; Cheryl Buchanan; 1984.
Ngutji is Lionel Fogarty's fifth volume of poetry. Click here to Order

AUD$50

127075
HAIN, GLADYS ADELINE.: The Coo-ee Contingent - Billjim as Fighter, good Chum and Lover.
First Edition; Cr. 8vo; pp. 125; bound in original stiff illustrated wrappers, wrappers worn on spine and pages browned as usual, good copy.
London; Cassell and Company, Ltd.; 1917.
A collection of stories of the men in the Australian Imperial Forces during First World War. Click here to Order

AUD$50

126875
HARRISON, JANE.: Stolen.
Reprint; Demy 8vo; pp. [x], 36, xxxiv; playwright's notes, cast, advertisements, bound in original stiff illustrated wrappers, good copy.
Sydney; Currency Press; 2001 Click here to Order

AUD$26

127080 POETRY
HEWETT, DOROTHY.: Alice In Wormland.
First Edition; Demy 8vo; pp. [xii], 145; text with one photographic illustration, bound in original stiff illustrated wrappers, pages a little browned, signed by the author on the half title page, good copy.
Paddington, NSW; Paper bark Press; 1987.
The authors sixth book of poetry. Click here to Order

AUD$40

126967
JAMES, BRIAN.: Cookabundy Bridge and Other Stories.
First Edition; Cr. 8vo; pp. x, 300, (1); bound in original red cloth, title lettered in black on spine, damaged dustjacket, good copy.
Sydney; Angus and Robertson; 1946.
Collection of short stories that showcases James's gift for capturing the essence of rural Australian life. The stories are deeply rooted in the country, depicting everyday life in small towns with a blend of humour, realism, and emotional depth. Click here to Order

AUD$50

127085 POETRY
LEA, SHELTON.: Poems From A Peach Melba Hat.
First Edition; Demy 8vo; pp. [vi], 86, (2); text with several b/w. illustrations, endpaper advertisements, bound in original stiff illustrated wrappers, wrappers a little marked with old price on top corner, good copy.
Cheltenham, Vic.; Abalone Press; 1985. Click here to Order

AUD$35

127082 POETRY
MACARTNEY, FREDERICK T.: Gaily the Troubadour (signed presentation copy).
First Edition; Demy 8vo; pp. 31; bound in original quarter grey cloth with illustrated papered boards, dustjacket chipped and damaged, signed presentation copy to fellow poet Rex Ingamells, even though the dustjacket is poor the book is in very good condition.
Melbourne; The Anvil Press; 1946. Click here to Order

AUD$50

127084 POETRY
MCDEE, CAZ.: I Can Smoke If I Want To.
First Edition; Demy 8vo; pp. [vi], 90; text illustrated with 6 full page b/w. photographs, bound in original stiff illustrated wrappers, good copy.
St. Kilda South, Vic.; Bowerbird Press; 1997. Click here to Order

AUD$30

127074
MASS, NURI.: Australian Wild - Flower Fairies. Botanical Illustrations by Nuri Mass. Fairy Illustrations by Celeste Mass.
First Edition; Demy 8vo; pp. 132; 8 full page fairy illustrations, numerous botanical line drawings within text, bound in original stiff illustrated wrappers, good copy.
Sydney, Shakespeare Head Press; 1937. Click here to Order

AUD$60

126867
MICKLE, ALAN D.: The Great Longing: A Book for Vain People.
First Edition; Cr. 8vo; pp. 208, (8); bound in original embossed blue cloth, title lettered in gilt on spine and upper board, good copy.
Melbourne; Thomas C. Lothian; 1910.
Alan Durward Mickle (1882-1969) was an Australian writer of philosophical essays and verse. Click here to Order

AUD$50

126787 POETRY

PAGE, GEOFF; Pomes; POOARAAR; Illustrations.: The Great Forgetting. Poems by Geoff Page. Illustrations by Pooaraar.
First Edition; Demy 8vo; pp. xii, 160; 45 full page b/w. illustrations, bound in original stiff illustrated wrappers, very good copy.
Canberra; Aboriginal Studies Press/National Museum of Australia; 1996. Click here to Order

AUD$50

127120 POETRY
PATERSON, A. B.: The Man from Snowy River and other Verses. By A. B. Paterson ("The Banjo") With Preface by Rolf Bolderwood.
Eighth Thousand; Cr. 8vo; pp. xvi, 184, 16 advertisements; frontispiece portrait, original red cloth, title lettered gilt on spine, top edge gilt, cloth a little worn, good copy.
Sydney, Angus & Robertson, October 1896. (The first printing was just 12 months earlier in October 1895). Click here to Order

AUD$125

126778
SARGANT, GEORGE.: My Inland Island.
First Edition; Cr. 8vo; pp. 329, (5); illustrated frontispiece, text illustrated with five full page line drawings by W. H. Taylor, 5 page of publishers advertisements, bound in original green cloth, title lettered in black on spine and upper board, cloth a little worn some light foxing, good copy.
Melbourne; Wyatt and Watts; 1921. Click here to Order

AUD$35

127083 POETRY
SMITH, ALEX.: Encores. Forty Pieces For All Occasions.
First Edition; Demy 8vo; pp. 48; bound in original stiff wrapper, wrapper chipped and worn, inscribed and signed by the author on title page, good copy. With the additional loosely inserted page 24a and 24b containing the poems "Through the Rip" and "The Road to Lorne".
Melbourne; The Ruskin Press; n.d. (1941). Click here to Order

AUD$26

127079 POETRY
SOWDEN, CELESTE.: That's Us: A Celebration of Melbourne.
First Edition; Demy 8vo; pp. 64; text illustrated with numerous line drawings by Jonathan Waud, inscribed and signed by the author on the half title page, bound in original stiff illustrated wrapper, very good copy.
Hawthorn, Vic.; Hudson Publishing; 1991. Click here to Order

AUD$30

AMERICAN AUTHORS 1

126966
STEINBECK, JOHN.: Cannery Row.
First Australian Edition; Cr. 8vo; pp. [iv], 134; bound in original red cloth, title lettered in black on spine and upper board, damaged dustjacket, fair copy.
London; William Heineman Ltd.; 1946.
Beautifully crafted novel set in Monterey, California, during the Great Depression. It paints a vivid picture of a community of misfits, dreamers, and outcasts living on the margins of society. A poignant and often humorous exploration of humanity's capacity for both cruelty and kindness. Click here to Order

AUD$40

ENGLISH AUTHORS 5

126854
BLAKE, WILLIAM; BENTLEY, G. E.: William Blake's Writings. Volume I. Engraved and Etched Writings, Volume II. Writings in Conventional Typography and in Manuscript.
First Edition; Thick Demy 8vo; Vol. I. pp. lvi, 745; Vol. II. pp. ix, 756 - 1820, (5); numerous b/w. illustrations, 5 full page maps, table of collections, table of repeated designs, index of titles, first lines and editorial matter, uniformly bound in original black cloth, titles lettered in gilt on spines, embossed decoration on upper boards, dustjackets with two closed tears and crease on volume one's jacket, otherwise a fine set.
Oxford; At the Clarendon Press; 1978. Click here to Order

AUD$185

126968
DOYLE, ADRIAN CONAN; CARR, JOHN DICKSON.: The Exploits of Sherlock Holmes.
First Edition (Stamped on dustjacket Murray's Overseas Library), bound in original red cloth, title lettered in gilt on spine, damaged dustjacket, good copy.
London; John Murray; 1954.
The book is a collaborative work by Adrian Conan Doyle, the son of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, and the renowned mystery writer John Dickson Carr. Published in 1954, the book is a collection of twelve short stories featuring Sherlock Holmes, inspired by untold cases mentioned in the original canon. Click here to Order

AUD$40

126953
ROSSETTI, CHRISTINA; RACKHAM, ARTHUR.: Goblin Market.
Med. 8vo; pp. 37; coloured frontispiece, illustrated title page, text with 16, line drawings, rebound in modern green cloth with the original illustrated paper wrapper bound in, pages a little marked, good copy.
London; George G. Harrap & Co. Ltd.; 1939. Click here to Order

AUD$40

126962
STEVENSON, ROBERT LOUIS.: Kidnapped.
First Folio Society Edition; Demy 8vo; pp. 222; illustrated frontispiece and title page, text illustrated with numerous line drawings by Annie Newham, glossary, bound in original blue pictorial cloth, title lettered in silver on spine, housed in original blue card slipcase, very good copy.
London; The Folio Society; 1987. Click here to Order

AUD$30

127006
TOLKIEN, J. R. R.: The Silmarillion.
First Edition; Demy 8vo; pp. 365; text with four genealogies, one full page text map, one large folding map 'Map of Beleriand' at rear of book, note on pronunciation, index of names, appendix, bound in original navy cloth, title and decoration on spine in gilt, dustjacket, the scarce export edition with the printer given as William Clowes & Sons, and with the full ISBN on the copyright page, and with Boston and Sydney at the bottom edge of the title page, very good copy.
London; George Allen & Unwin; 1977. Click here to Order

AUD$300

OTHER COUNTRIES AUTHORS 4

126986
DUNDES, ALAN.: The Study of Folklore.
Demy 8vo; pp. xiv, 481;15 full page maps, 18 b/w. illustrations, further reading, bound in original yellow decorated boards, title lettered in red on spine and upper board, dustjacket, good copy.
Englewood Cliffs, NJ; Prentice-Hall, Inc.; 1965.
A unique selection of thirty-four essays on folklore, what it is, how it originates, what it means, and why it is of continuing importance for an understanding of the nature of man. Click here to Order

AUD$35

126999
NASO, PUBLIUS OVIDIUS. [OVID].: The Art Of Love: Translated by James Michie. Paintings by Grahame Baker.
First Folio Society Edition; Impl. 8vo; pp. 96; coloured frontispiece, title page printed in brown and black, text with another 7 full page, coloured illustrations, bound in original beige cloth with a pictorial coloured inlay on upper board, title lettered in gilt on spine, housed in original card slipcase, very good copy.
London; The Folio Society; 1993.
Witty, provocative guide to romance and seduction in ancient Rome. Blending poetry with playful advice, it explores love's strategies, from wooing and winning to keeping passion alive. Click here to Order

AUD$30

126998
RUSTAVELI, SHOTA.: The Knight In Panther Skin. A free translation in prose by Katharine Vivian.
First Folio Society Edition; Demy 8vo; pp. 207, (1); endpaper maps, coloured frontispiece, text with 7 pages of coloured illustrations taken manuscript (H599) dated 1646, bibliography, bound in satin cloth blocked with a design by Levan Tsutskiridze adapted by Sally Lou Smith, title lettered in gilt on spine, housed in original card slipcase, very good copy.
London; The Folio Society; 1977.
Masterpiece of medieval Georgian literature. Written in the 12th century, it follows the adventures of three noble knights seeking love and chivalry across exotic lands. Rustaveli's poetic prowess shines through vivid imagery, intricate symbolism, and profound philosophical musings on love, friendship, and virtue. The work's enduring appeal lies in its timeless exploration of human values, encapsulated in lyrical verse that celebrates bravery and honor amidst a backdrop of romance and adventure. Click here to Order

AUD$45

126969
TOLSTOY, LEO.: Anna Karenina. Translated and with an Introduction by Rosemary Edmonds. Monotypes by Dodie Masterman.
First Folio Society Edition; Thick Demy 8vo; pp. 866, (1); illustrated frontispiece, text with 32 pages of b/w. illustrations, bound in original pictorial cloth, title lettered in silver on spine, housed in original card slipcase, slipcase splitting on edges, book itself is a very good copy.
London; The Folio Society; 1975. Click here to Order

AUD$50

CHILDRENS BOOKS 2

126960
LISTER, GLADYS.: The Song Goes On. Foreword by Her Excellency The Lady Gowrie. Illustrated by R.M. Thompson and Author. Preface by Meta Maclean. Words of Song by Margaret Osborne.
First Edition; Med. 8vo; pp. (60) unpaginated; coloured endpaper, illustrated title page, text illustrated with numerous line drawings in blue and black, bound in original pictorial boards, title lettered in white on upper board, good copy.
Sydney; New Century Press Pty. Ltd.; 1941.
Muir 4303. Click here to Order

AUD$40

126962
STEVENSON, ROBERT LOUIS.: Kidnapped.
First Folio Society Edition; Demy 8vo; pp. 222; illustrated frontispiece and title page, text illustrated with numerous line drawings by Annie Newham, glossary, bound in original blue pictorial cloth, title lettered in silver on spine, housed in original blue card slipcase, very good copy.
London; The Folio Society; 1987. Click here to Order

AUD$30

SCIENCE FICTION 1

127001
DE BERGERAC, CYRANO; ALDINGTON, RICHARD.: Cyrano de Bergerac's Voyages to the Moon and the Sun. Translation and notes by Richard Aldington. Introduction by John Wells. Illustrations by Quentin Blake.
First Folio Society Edition; Demy 4to; pp. xii, 209; original decorated endpapers, illustrated frontispiece, text with numerous b/w. illustrations by Quentin Blake, bound in quarter brown cloth with beige papered boards, illustration laid down on upper board, housed in original card slipcase, slipcase a little worn, very good copy.
London; The Folio Society; 1991.
Cyrano, known for his wit and imagination, explores fantastical journeys to celestial bodies. Written in the 17th century, it blends satire with early science fiction, envisioning space travel long before it became feasible. Click here to Order

AUD$45

POETRY 9

127078
FOGARTY, LIONEL.: Nguti.
First Edition; Super Royal 8vo; pp. [viii], 119; text illustrated with 12 full page, coloured plates, bound in original stiff illustrated wrapper; good copy.
Spring Hill, Qld.; Cheryl Buchanan; 1984.
Ngutji is Lionel Fogarty's fifth volume of poetry. Click here to Order

AUD$50

127080
HEWETT, DOROTHY.: Alice In Wormland.
First Edition; Demy 8vo; pp. [xii], 145; text with one photographic illustration, bound in original stiff illustrated wrappers, pages a little browned, signed by the author on the half title page, good copy.
Paddington, NSW; Paper bark Press; 1987.
The authors sixth book of poetry. Click here to Order

AUD$40

127085
LEA, SHELTON.: Poems From A Peach Melba Hat.
First Edition; Demy 8vo; pp. [vi], 86, (2); text with several b/w. illustrations, endpaper advertisements, bound in original stiff illustrated wrappers, wrappers a little marked with old price on top corner, good copy.
Cheltenham, Vic.; Abalone Press; 1985. Click here to Order

AUD$35

127082
MACARTNEY, FREDERICK T.: Gaily the Troubadour (signed presentation copy).
First Edition; Demy 8vo; pp. 31; bound in original quarter grey cloth with illustrated papered boards, dustjacket chipped and damaged, signed presentation copy to fellow poet Rex Ingamells, even though the dustjacket is poor the book is in very good condition.
Melbourne; The Anvil Press; 1946. Click here to Order

AUD$50

127084
MCDEE, CAZ.: I Can Smoke If I Want To.
First Edition; Demy 8vo; pp. [vi], 90; text illustrated with 6 full page b/w. photographs, bound in original stiff illustrated wrappers, good copy.
St. Kilda South, Vic.; Bowerbird Press; 1997. Click here to Order

AUD$30

126787
PAGE, GEOFF; Pomes; POOARAAR; Illustrations.: The Great Forgetting. Poems by Geoff Page. Illustrations by Pooaraar.
First Edition; Demy 8vo; pp. xii, 160; 45 full page b/w. illustrations, bound in original stiff illustrated wrappers, very good copy.
Canberra; Aboriginal Studies Press/National Museum of Australia; 1996. Click here to Order

AUD$50

127120
PATERSON, A. B.: The Man from Snowy River and other Verses. By A. B. Paterson ("The Banjo") With Preface by Rolf Bolderwood.
Eighth Thousand; Cr. 8vo; pp. xvi, 184, 16 advertisements; frontispiece portrait, original red cloth, title lettered gilt on spine, top edge gilt, cloth a little worn, good copy.
Sydney, Angus & Robertson, October 1896. (The first printing was just 12 months earlier in October 1895). Click here to Order

AUD$125

127083
SMITH, ALEX.: Encores. Forty Pieces For All Occasions.
First Edition; Demy 8vo; pp. 48; bound in original stiff wrapper, wrapper chipped and worn, inscribed and signed by the author on title page, good copy. With the additional loosely inserted page 24a and 24b containing the poems "Through the Rip" and "The Road to Lorne".
Melbourne; The Ruskin Press; n.d. (1941). Click here to Order

AUD$26

127079
SOWDEN, CELESTE.: That's Us: A Celebration of Melbourne.
First Edition; Demy 8vo; pp. 64; text illustrated with numerous line drawings by Jonathan Waud, inscribed and signed by the author on the half title page, bound in original stiff illustrated wrapper, very good copy.
Hawthorn, Vic.; Hudson Publishing; 1991. Click here to Order

AUD$30