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Item 99: THE YACHT “AMERICA.”

Catalog 185
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Posted July 12, 2009


New England’s dank, drizzly spring has finally yielded to the heat of summer, and in celebration of this change we’re offering a catalog full of cool books. Coolness as a bibliographic property isn’t all that hard to define. A book is cool when you discover it, peruse its contents and say, “Oh, cool!” That happened to me when I first laid eyes on most of the books in this catalog, and I hope it happens to you, too.

DESCRIPTION- All books "8vo" or "12mo" (about the size of a standard novel) unless otherwise described. "4to" designates a larger book, up to about 12 inches tall, and "folio" a still larger book. "16mo" and "32mo" are smaller sizes, down to about 3 inches tall.

CONDITION- Books are in Good to Very Good antiquarian condition, unless stated otherwise. Ink signatures and bookplates not noted unless they significantly mar the appearance of the book.

POSTAGE- $5 first book, $2 each additional book inside U.S. Other orders will be billed.

TELEPHONE OR FAX ORDERS- Are suggested and may be left any time. For a live answer try calling between 12 and 5 daily, Mon.-Sat. When leaving a message please give the item numbers you desire and your phone number. NO RESPONSE TO A MESSAGE LEFT ON OUR MACHINE MEANS PRIOR SALE. Our telephone number is (978) 283-5299. Our fax number is (978) 283-5235.

TERMS- Cash with order preferred. MC, Visa, Paypal, check or money order accepted. $25.00 MC/Visa minimum. WE DO NOT RETAIN CREDIT CARD NUMBERS. We will ship and bill prior customers and institutions. New customers and overseas orders are requested to pay with order in U.S. dollars or upon receipt of a pro forma invoice. WE NOW ACCEPT PAYPAL.


Please remember that we are interested in purchasing old and rare books of all kinds, especially those related to ships and the sea. We hope you'll call, write, or email if you have books to sell.

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