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Funny Aminals is a 1972 single-issue anthology underground comic book created by Robert Crumb and a collection of other artists. The work is notable for containing the first published version of Art Spiegelman’s Maus. Read More

$1500.00

One of the best-known poems in American literature. The famous last line, “And somewhere men are laughing, and somewhere children shout; But there is no joy in Mudville-mighty Casey has struck out.” Read More

$30.00

Originally called The Book of Black Magic and of Pacts when first published in a limited run in 1898, then distributed more widely as The Book of Ceremonial Magic in 1910. Explains the history and theology behind medieval and Renaissance grimoires. Read More

$100.00

A definitive guide to the indigenous religions of people of color in the Caribbean, from Vodou, Santer a, Regla de Palo, the Abaku Secret Society, and Obeah to Quimbois and Espiritismo, as well as the newer traditions such as Pocomania and Rastafarianism. Read More

$15.00

Groundbreaking transcript of a landmark 1876 case against the Molly Maguire, a secret society of Irish immigrants active in the 19th century, particularly in Pennsylvania, known for their violent activism among coal miners fighting against poor working conditions and exploitation. Read More

$100.00

Having played violins from many manufacturers, Henley sought to compile a comprehensive list evaluating violin and bow makers. After Henley’s death in 1957, dealer Cyril Woodcock completed and published the work based on Henley’s unfinished notes. A significant reference. Read More

$300.00

“The Notorious EGF” was down for the fight. A prominent labor leader in the early 20th century, Elizabeth G. Flynn’s life was a whirlwind of speeches, strikes, negotiations, and fights. She went everywhere. Fought for everyone. Got arrested often. Read More

$18.00

Tilly presents some new ways of charting collective violence. He uses brawls, rituals, gang violence, protection rackets and other forms of violent action to identify their common denominators. Read More

$15.00

A deep dive into two hundred years of political history. Includes topics from the Glorious Revolution of 1688 to the invasion of Iraq in 2003. Examines how fear has been used to influence and control societies. Read More

$35.00

Dewald offers a new understanding of how, during the seventeenth century in France, modern culture evolved as aristocratic sensibilities moved from following the rules of tradition toward focusing on “self”. Read More

$50.00

The subject matter and the illustrations are thrilling as we follow the shift in both style and sensibility during the years 1900-1940 when American art shifted its focus from bucolic landscapes to the cities, the towns, the crowds. Read More

$70.00

She worked as a nanny, but thrived as a photographer. The remarkable story of Vivian Maier, the nanny who lived secretly as a world-class photographer. Features nearly 400 of her images. Read More

$28.00

An insightful look at the state of medical knowledge circa 1804 from a soon-to-be graduate of the University of Pennsylvania’s Medical School, the oldest medical school in the United States. We’ve come a long way since then. Read More

$100.00

Jenks predicts a new era … “When…we shall unanimously view our autumnal fevers, as the effect of natural causes which are in our power to controul; and not a particular judgment from Heaven.” Read More

$100.00

Harold B. Lentz was an American illustrator known for his work on pop-up books, including “The Pop-Up Pinocchio” and “The Pop-Up Goldilocks and the Three Bears.” He was active primarily in the 1930s and created engaging illustrations for children’s literature. Read More

$150.00

For the first half of the 20th century George Carlson was one of the most prolific and well-known illustrators in the United States. His whimsical and arresting full page illustrations appeared in children’s books and magazines, comic books. Read More

$60.00

In 1783, Colonel Matthew Lyon moved to Fair Haven, VT and began building mills along the Castleton River. It was just the beginning. Fair Haven grew into a very properous “mill” town of many goods and incidently became the “Slate Capital of the Nation.” Read More

$250.00

This book fills-in some of the details which weren’t covered in the seven episodes of Ken Burns’ terrific documentary “The Roosevelts.” Adds interesting details specifically to the biographies of Theodore, Eleanor, and Franklin. Read More

$40.00

This catalogue provides interesting insights into London’s maritime industry, circa 1803. Also a valuable source of maritime information for modern-day sailors and historians interested in the history of navigation. Read More

$100.00

In a chronological survey, this book looks at the poetry written by Soviet Poets between 1941 and 1945. The poetry is explained in its historical and literary-political context. The author also explores the influence of the Stalinist culture. Read More

$40.00

The walled cities of France began going up around 900 when towns tried to defend themselves. Each city had their own charter, and developed their own culture and governance. In the 18th century the walls began to come down, but provided for the structure of France, the nation state. Read More

$100.00

The adventurous search for a missing ship captain after a message from him is found in a bottle retrieved from a shark’s stomach. The expedition sails, circumnavigating the 37th parallel south – the only legible coordinate in the message. Read More

$1500.00