  In “San Francisco’s Literary Frontiers”, by Franklin Walker, “The Annals of San Francisco” is described as being probably the best book ever written about that glamorous city. Its 800 pages give not only the history of California during the Spanish and American occupations, but also a faithful account of its social history from 1846 to 1854. Included also are vigorously penned descriptions of special local happenings, such as the Great Fires, Steamer Days, the lawless ravages of The “Hounds”, etc, to say nothing of short biographies of outstanding oldtimers. The “Annals” have long been out of print, but the book was gotten up so sumptuously that many copies were kept. It can usually be picked up for from $7.50 to $20.00 depending on the condition and binding. A folding map should accompany it. A few years ago, the California Historical Society, San Francisco, compiled, under the direction of Charles Francis Griffin, a 28 page index, which is a big time-saver for historians, and literary searchers. It is bound in full paper boards, and is sold by the Society for $1.25. The first issue of the Princeton University Library CHRONICLE contains a checklist of Winslow Homer, famed painter and designer for wood engravers, whose life span was from 1836 to 1910. RARE OLD JOKE BOOKS EARLY AMERICAN SHEET MUSIC Lure and Lore After completing ten years of searching for and locating some of the finest pieces in this field of Americana, these notes and checklists are offered so that the collector and dealer may avoid the ordinary pitfalls that await the novice. INVALUABLE TO DEALER AND COLLECTOR This is probably the first attempt at giving a working knowledge of the field of sheet music collecting. Not a history of American Music but a necessary tool for every Rare and Out of Print Dealer and even the seasoned collector of this interesting material. Definitely names highspots and attempts at valuation (Both the Author and Publisher realize that prices in such a field can only be approximate as condition, demand and scarcity are prime factors.) Included is a Checklist of Early American Music Publishers, their places and dates of operation. Many Full Page Reproductions of Important Items Cloth bound, Autographed Copies Strictly Limited to the number of orders received before Feb. 1, 1940. Publication Date: Feb. 10, 1940. Price $3.00 Specially Priced Edition in Wrappers at $2.00 Regular Trade Discount to Dealers on 2 Copies or More Order Your Copy Now PINWHEEL PRESS Order direct from publisher or your bookseller |
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