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Where wild things are by maurice sendak, first issue, first edition. Written by ruth krauss, geniusrevelatory childrens author and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Jim harrisonthe road homelovely slipcased first edition. If you own one of these rare books, youre sitting on a gold. But publishers are the only ones who use the term that way. Signatures instantly turn ordinary books into collectibles, and offer a new way to connect to favorite authors. Where the wild things are, 1963, first edition abebooks. Library of congress catalog number 6321253 on title page, with 1963 date. Our books are historically important and allow the reader to own a piece of history.

The first edition refers to a book s first printing run. The first edition rare books, llc, ohio, united states. As others have said, there are many variables into what makes it worth money. I have a signed copy of where the wild things are but no dust jacket. For some blockbuster titles, this can be as many as 50,000 copies or more. First edition book values how much is a book worth. How to identify first editions book collecting guide. I was told by a childrens rare book dealer that it was a first edition. Art by maurice sendak, celebrated childrens book author, is on sale now at sothebys new york. Are books signed by the author worth anything or is it just a. Shop the first edition rare books rare books by notable. Most hard cover books published since the early 20th century were sold with a dust jacket. The estimated values in the table are for first edition books with dust jackets.

Aug 17, 2012 where the wild things are is one of the most popular books in the world. To a publisher, all printings within an edition are the first edition. Weve discussed limited editions elsewhere on the site. Where the wild things are by sendak, signed abebooks. A book that has significant damage is likely not worth much. If its signed by a best selling modern author, 99% chance its worthless. If you are a seller for this product, would you like to suggest updates through. Signed trade editions are copies of the regular trade first edition signed by the author, with or without an. The two kings of the bookcollecting jungle are signed books and first editions. But for older books, or books originally published by small imprints, the first run may have been as few as 100 copies. Bonhams has had over 150 sendak drawings and pieces of memorabilia come up at auction. Maurice sendaks caldecott medalwinning picture book has become one of the most highly acclaimed and bestloved childrens books of all time. Another note here on the use of the term first edition.

How to find out how much your old books are worth sapling. A signed copy is considered an extension of the author or editor or illustrator. Where the wild things are first edition second issue dust jacket maurice sendak. These include most bibles, encyclopedias, textbooks printed after 1850, collected editions and reprints. More information about this seller contact this seller 17. Maurice sendak where the wild things are signed book. Mar 25, 2016 true firstedition copy of maurice sendaks where the wild things are, without the caldecott award medal. Deluxe signed limited first edition, with 51 fullcolor mounted plates by rackham, number 5 of only 250 copies signed by rackham, one of the smallest limitations for a rackham title and the first book illustrated wholly by rackham to be issued in a limited edition riall. Where the wild things are first edition second issue dust jacket. Signed 1963 edition where the wild things are ebth. A first edition is the first time a book is printed by a publisher. Collecting, identifying, and valuing first edition childrens. First editions matching maurice sendak results 1 20 of 2629. Where the wild things are, 1963, first edition abebooks passion for books.

The caledecott medal is adhered to the front panel. If its a rare edition or a popular author who wasnt well sold when the book was released, then its probably worth something. The exception to this, to a certain extent, is the first edition 200200 of seusss milestone. A book of poetry, dead mans float, was published this year. Oblong quarto, original half gray cloth, pictorial boards, pictorial endpapers. Like any item, a book is worth what someone is willing to pay for it. Collecting, identifying, and valuing first edition. First edition in the firstissue dust jacket of one of the scarcest and most. Christies has sold dozens, too, including a first edition of where the wild things are that sold for. The first edition refers to a books first printing run. Oct 17, 2011 identifying a first edition is no simple matter. Certain books, even very old ones, are not particularly rare. Browse through our inventory below or contact us to discuss your rare books. Signed by maurice sendak on the front free endpaper.

Editions of where the wild things are by maurice sendak. Maurice sendak rare books and first editions at bauman rare. Sir arthur conan doyle is remembered mostly for his sherlock holmes novels. If it has a signed by the author sticker, 99% chance its worthless.

First edition of the 25th anniversary edition of this classic. Edition and printing can be used fairly interchangeably in talking about collectible books, especially in regard to modern fiction. Abebooks explains how to identify a first edition book. One copy was for my kids 2nd grade classroom as a gift.

Where the wild things are maurice sendak first edition signed. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that. Rowlings birth name before she took a pen name and a. Childrens books rare books and first editions bauman. Nov 24, 2015 bonhams has had over 150 sendak drawings and pieces of memorabilia come up at auction.

First edition of where the wild things are sells for. His books glisten with love of the world, and are as. The dust jacket is both the most decorative part of a book, and the most delicate. Sendaks homage to new york city and the movies of the 1930s, in the night kitchen spins the reader through the surreal fantasy of a childs dream.

Interestingly, i also have a 1963 firstedition copy of the book without the dust jacket and unsigned but ive never tried to figure out what it is worth. Where the wild things are first edition second issue. In 2008, a first edition presentation copy of emma signed and presented to sharp sold at jonkers rare books in henleyonthames. Abebooks explains how to identify a first edition book youtube. The first edition rare books rare books by notable people. As weve mentioned elsewhere, first edition means the first printing of a book. Oblong quarto, original color illustrated paper covered boards.

Mar 12, 2019 last march, heritage auctions sold a signed and inscribed first edition of f. A story in 27 words with sendaks max from where the wild things are in his wolf suit. Harrisons fiction, especially, lay some of the most vivid, violent and evocative writing of its day work that in the estimation of many critics captured the resonant, almost mythic soul of 20thcentury rural america. Last march, heritage auctions sold a signed and inscribed first edition of f. Reader asks about sendaks where the wild things are auction. On title page, contains library of congress number 6321253. Reader asks about wild things book signed by maurice sendak. The wild things are the like the dragons that you see on those ancient maps, when lands and seas were yet to be discovered and still, max the little boy is able to tame them. True firstedition copy of maurice sendaks where the wild things are, without the caldecott award medal. Where the wild things are, a first edition first printing, signed by maurice sendak. In the night kitchen maurice sendak first edition signed. One of the most popular childrens books of all time, the tale of peter rabbit has sold more than 45 million copies over the past century. An informational pamphlet on sendak being both an artist and an author is included with the book. Where the wild things are maurice sendak first edition.

I was intrigued by this readers copy because it was signed and it had some elements that, as i recalled from my earlier research, added value to early copies of the book. Where the wild things are is a 1963 childrens picture book by american writer. A hardcover book published in 1958 by viking isnt the same as a reprint published by penguin in 1963. There are thousands of publishers and they use a large variety of methods, which are often changed, to define first editions. Where the wild things are, a first edition first printing, signed by. Authors autographs in a book may be considered in various categories, including signed limited editions, signed trade editions, and association copies. The first edition offers collectors the finest notable rare books. Jim harrison, whose lust for life and sometimes just plain lust roared into print in a vast, celebrated body of. A signed 1963 edition of where the wild things are by maurice sendak. Where wild things are by maurice sendak, first issue, first. Fine in a fine dust jacket without the caldecott medal sticker affixed to the front panel. If you own one of these rare books, youre sitting on a. The first edition of harry potter and the philosophers stone is the only book in the series that credits joanne rowling as its author j. Where the wild things are first edition signed maurice.

Offers considered rare book signed copy 1924 first edition cooperative movement in russia by elsie terry blanc in like new condition. Certain genres are valued by collectors, such as cookbooks. Childrens books rare books and first editions bauman rare. Online book retailer confirmed to cbs news that the signed 1963 first edition of the classic childrens book sold for the astonishing. As well as being a beloved childrens story, the books publication history is very interesting, with two private printings. Reader asks about sendaks where the wild things are. Where the wild things are signed by maurice sendak first edition 1st 1963.

As for the other books in the list, we have found that most of them come to market. Collectors like scarcity, so first editions are sought because their print runs are usually low. Are books signed by the author worth anything or is it. Not all first editions say the words first edition on the title page. This is a 1st edition book of where the wild things are by maurice v. Reader asks about wild things book signed by maurice. Maurice sendak, where the wild things are, signed first edition. Buy signed books by bestselling authors and celebrities from americas largest autographed book store. This picture book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 4 to 6. Signed 2005, first thus by sendak, maurice signed, illustrations by, where the wild things are, winner of the 1984 caldecott medal. Where the wild things are by sendak, maurice and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Maurice sendak, where the wild things are, signed first edition, 1963.

The childrens picturebook price guide includes first edition identification points for twentynine of the books in the list click on the books title to see first edition identification points for a particular book. When you shop online at the first edition rare books, youll find exactly that. First edition, first printing with first edition points. From notable authors, historical figures, and past presidents our inventory is expansive. Where the wild things are by sendak, first edition, signed. Our top ten most valuable signed classic first edition books. Two copies were for foreign friends who had never heard of it and i wanted their kids to enjoy like my smiley does. Where wild things are by maurice sendak, first issue. One of the most scarce and desirable rackham titles. Original large pencil drawing of max, dressed in his monster suit, playing with the wild thing moishe from where the wild things are, signed by sendak. The exception to this, to a certain extent, is the first edition 200200 of seusss milestone book, the cat in the hat, and to a large extent, is the first state stickered of green eggs and ham the first state of green eggs does not surface too often. The attraction of autographed books is a bit different. First editions of peter rabbit from the cataloguers desk. If your copy is a 3rd printing, or a book club edition, it wont have the same value as a first edition.