Books - Anything In Particular

“How To Live In Style” 1974 Style Guide Alan Morgan (ed) Heather Standring (Laurie Larson, London)

Jon Nix — Wed, 10 Aug 2022 14:53:43 +0000

An absolutely stunning and fascinating - and at times jaw-dropping - style guide titled "How To Live In Style", published in 1974 by Laurie Larson Publications, London. And by style, we mean style, _Seventies Style_. The book is a lavishly illustrated guide to the fabrics, furnishings and fixtures of that very particular period of time when carpets were run up steps right to the edge of the bath, when tiles were as garish as the shirts being worn, and when what we understand of as modern domestic convenience began to take hold of homes. It's difficult to do this book justice in words and even the few photographs here are just a small sense of the colourful and often (to our eyes) utterly outlandish sense of style it contains and encourages. The text itself is an intriguing read and has a tone all of it's own...!

The book itself is in good condition with no spine or page damage and just a few signs of age and use, notably a little wear to corners, a couple of knicks to the cover, and a very slight warping generally. It's a hardback measuring 21 cm by 28cm, and consisting of 120 pages. Definitely a rare opportunity to get your hands on it, run your eyes through it and get your head around it...!

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Vintage Children’s Book “Another, Another, Another, and More” Marion Walter, 1973

Jon Nix — Tue, 07 Dec 2021 10:35:21 +0000

A vintage children's book devised and illustrated by Marion Walter, "Another, Another, Another, and More" published by Andre Deutsch in 1973. This charmingly illustrated hardback book teaches children about shapes, mirrors, reflection and symmetry, and comes with the original mirror which is used within the book to explore the way a mirror interacts with the varied illustrations.

In fair condition, with some minor foxing and signs of yellowing to the pages and some tape which has been added to hold the mirror in place inside the front cover.

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Vintage Roger Hargreaves’ Timbuctoo “Roar” Wind Up Toy and Book (1978)

Jon Nix — Mon, 20 Sep 2021 16:48:02 +0000

"Timbuctoo" was a range of animal sound-inspired children's books and other items penned by Roger Hargreaves, more famous - of course - for the "Mr. Men" series. Published in 1978, the original stories revolved around twelve animal characters, of which the lion called "Roar" was one. Available here is not only the book but also the wind-up "walking" toy figure of Roar to accompany it - a very nice matching set for the collector or for the nostalgic.

The book is in fair condition, with some curling to the corners and some yellowing, but otherwise clean. The figure is in good shape, too, with its walking mechanism intact and functional and no chips or cracks to the plastics. The book, 34 pages including full page colour illustrations, measures 16.5cm (6½ in.) by 14.5 (5¾ in.) and the toy is approximately 8cm (3 in.) in height.

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E.R. Boyce “People We All Know” Macmillan (1955) Illustrated by Norman Meredith

Jon Nix — Mon, 24 Feb 2020 22:52:48 +0000

Rare, linen bound, children's educational picture book "People We All Know" by E.R. Boyce with illustrations by Norman Meredith. Believed to be published in the mid-1950s, the book features ten full colour plates charmingly depicting various occupations and jobs, ranging from postman to nurses. Each page measures approximately 24.5cm by 18cm (9¾in by 7in.)

The book is generally in fair to good condition considering its age. The outer linen cover has some minor fraying and some creasing and a name at the top right corner, whilst the interior pages are in good condition with good vibrant colours and only very minor discoloration in places.

Offers are invited on this item.

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Gadgets and Diversions Magazines (11 issues – 1950) – very quirky!

Jon Nix — Mon, 24 Sep 2018 08:05:32 +0000

A highly entertaining and interesting collection of "Gadgets And Diversions" magazines covering the year 1950 (11 issues, 10 single issues and 1 double issue). These small magazines printed with two colour covers and black and white interiors were printed on paper and contain a myriad of weird and wonderful household ideas and tips for things to make and do. Produced by the Savings Bank, the contents include such gems as making a wooden Howitzer gun, how to read in utter darkness, making your own foot-operated grinder, and how to re-shape your soft hat in two minutes, and much, much, more. The collection is a real treasure-trove of quirky and sometimes archaic ideas and very amusing when seen from the modern perspective.

The magazines are mostly in very good condition considering their age and origina. There are some small water marks on the back covers of several issues and some rusting to the staples in the spines, but there is very little other wear and tear aside from this. Although they were clearly printed quite cheaply at the time, they have stood up well. This is a good opportunity to purchase an entire volume (3) for display purposes or just for fun.

Each magazine has a paper cover and measures 18.5cm x 12cm (7¼ in. x 4¾ in.) and contains 32 pages of content with some advertising.

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Victorian Chromolitho “Dame Pussy’s School” book by F. E. Weatherly

Jon Nix — Wed, 06 Jun 2018 00:15:01 +0000

A rare book illustrated with chromolitho plates by H. H. Couldery of F. E. Weatherly's "Dame Pussy's School" published in 1888.

The book is 12 pages in length with 5 chromolitho plates, measuring 15cm x 11 cm (6in. by 4in.). The book was printed in Bavaria, Germany and published by Hildersheimer and Faulkner (London) and George C. Whitney (New York).

The author Frederic E. Weatherly is responsible for writing the songs "Danny Boy", "Roses of Picardy" and "Holy City" as well as being the author of the first work featuring signed Beatrix Potter illustrations. Henry Horatio Couldery was a noted artist and illustrator, famous particularly for his works depicting cats, dogs and other animals in mischevious and characterful manner.

The book shows signs of age and some general yellowing/foxing to the paper, but considering its age it is in remarkably goodand solid condition.

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Star Trek Annual 1974 – BBC TV World Distributors

Jon Nix — Tue, 01 May 2018 21:48:58 +0000

Set phasers to stun...ned.

An incredibly fine example for Star Trek fans, this 1974 annual is in almost as-new condition, as seen in the photos. We suspect that it's never been read and barely been thumbed - it felt ever so slightly indelicate to take photos of the inside pages and to add any wear at all to the spine. The annual features three full length stories in colourful graphic novel style and we think it'll probably be one of the best copies you could obtain.

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Play School Patterns book by Joy Gammon – kitsch and nostalgic!

Jon Nix — Mon, 02 Apr 2018 21:10:38 +0000

A piece of childhood nostlagia masquerading as a craft book for sewing and knitting, we present to you "Play School Patterns" by Joy Gammon, published in 1983. You might very well see this as a handy guide to toys and clothes to knit and sew, but it's much more. It's also quite kitsch and very worthy for the photographs and naivety contained inside which are certain to raise a smile, as well as possibly re-ignite some memories.

This particular book is in excellent condition - almost as new - which is remarkable given how old it is. It is filled with great photos throughout. We have tried not to spoil things by taking too many photos ourselves, but you'll forgive us (we hope!) for revealing "Hamble's track suit" -- knitted no less!

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Roy of The Rovers Annual 1963

Jon Nix — Fri, 23 Feb 2018 17:44:02 +0000

Hi There Sports Fans.

A collectable annual from 1963 "Roy of The Rovers" All Sports Annual from Tiger, perfect for the mancave or vintage fun for the football and other sports fan in your life. Or, perfect for yourself if you want to kick a ball down Memory Lane.

In good overall condition, although with some wear to the spine and a few minor tears, but no structural issues at all. The covers and the interior are in very good condition.

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