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Condizione: New. Roth, Herb (illustratore).

Paperback or Softback. Condizione: New. The Facts of Life: A Book of Brighter Biography Executed in the Manner of Some of Our Best or Best Known Writers, Scriveners and Scribes. Roth, Herb (illustratore). Book.

Condizione: New.

Condizione: New. Roth, Herb (illustratore).

Condizione: As New. Unread book in perfect condition. Roth, Herb (illustratore).

Condizione: As New. Unread book in perfect condition. Roth, Herb (illustratore).

Condizione: New. Roth, Herb (illustratore).

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - 'The Facts of Life: A Book of Brighter Biography' is a witty and irreverent collection of satirical sketches that reimagine the lives of various historical and literary figures. Written by the humorist H. W. Hanemann, this work serves as a playful critique of the formal, often dry biographical genre prevalent in the early 20th century. Through a series of 'brighter' accounts, Hanemann employs sharp parody and clever prose to humanize and lampoon the subjects of traditional historical study.The collection showcases Hanemann's talent for mimicking different literary styles, making it an engaging read for those who enjoy sophisticated humor and literary pastiche. By blending historical fact with imaginative absurdity, the book offers a unique perspective on how fame and legacy are constructed through narrative. Readers interested in the evolution of biographical writing, as well as fans of classic American satire, will find this work both entertaining and insightful. 'The Facts of Life: A Book of Brighter Biography' remains a spirited example of the sophisticated wit that flourished during the interwar period, providing a refreshing antidote to more conventional and somber historical accounts.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - 'The Facts of Life: A Book of Brighter Biography' is a witty and irreverent collection of satirical sketches that reimagine the lives of various historical and literary figures. Written by the humorist H. W. Hanemann, this work serves as a playful critique of the formal, often dry biographical genre prevalent in the early 20th century. Through a series of 'brighter' accounts, Hanemann employs sharp parody and clever prose to humanize and lampoon the subjects of traditional historical study.The collection showcases Hanemann's talent for mimicking different literary styles, making it an engaging read for those who enjoy sophisticated humor and literary pastiche. By blending historical fact with imaginative absurdity, the book offers a unique perspective on how fame and legacy are constructed through narrative. Readers interested in the evolution of biographical writing, as well as fans of classic American satire, will find this work both entertaining and insightful. 'The Facts of Life: A Book of Brighter Biography' remains a spirited example of the sophisticated wit that flourished during the interwar period, providing a refreshing antidote to more conventional and somber historical accounts.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Second Printing. Herb Roth dustjacket art. Literary conceit. "A Book of Brighter Biography," parodied biographies of then-famous writers, written in the style of popular authors of the era. Includes chapters such as "Farewell to Josephine's Arms: The Hemingway of All Flesh" and "Pink Perfection: Nell Gwynn Tells the Love Things in Her Heart to Kathleen Norris." Near Fine in Very Good price-clipped dustjacket, upper spine end with inch loss, several inch or less tears and accompanying creases. …

Hardcover. First Edition. Octavo, 268 pages. In Very Good minus condition. Bound in the publisher's black cloth bearing silver lettering to the spine. Boards have slight plus wear including sparse, slight scuffs, mild sunning, and bumped corners. Text block has slight plus wear including age toning to the edges and faint offsetting to the end papers. Frontispiece. Illustrated. Related materials laid in. First edition. NOTE: Shelved in Locked Annex, Column CC. 1413066. FP New Rockville Stock.…

Hardcover. Condizione: Near Fine. Condizione sovraccoperta: Poor. First Edition First Printing. Dust jacket heavily worn on edges and missing large portion of upper right corner of front cover (nearly one third of the cover) , "Compliments of" stamp on free front endpaper, light toning to pages else a tight square unmarked copy in poor dust jacket now protected in clear mylar cover; first printing with A on copyright page.…

Hardcover. Condizione: Good / Good minus. Octavo, 89 in. x 5.6 oin., p. 268. Illustrated with frontis photograph and five additional full-page photographs from the movie. Blue cloth boards with small silver bullet-train to front. SIlver title to spine. Touch of shelfwear to edges. Paper residue pasted to top of front and back boards. Tape scars to front and rear pastedowns. 1.75 in. x 3 in. sticker to title page. Light age-toning to pages with unmarked interior. "$2.50" price stamped to top of front flap. Scuffing and creases to silver foil dustjacket; chipping along bottom edges and to corners. Glue-damaged to edges to dustjacket flaps. Protected in mylar. Produced as a Motion Picture by RKO Radio Pictures, Inc. Title page sticker reads: "Presented by Hemphill Diesel Schools" and lists 5 addresses.…

Hardcover. Condizione: Good. Edge & shelf wear to boards, some soiling. No DJ. Text is clean, binding solid. Former owner's inscription on ffep. Light edge wear to text block.

Condizione: Near Fine. No Dust Jacket. First Edition. Complimentary copy. Near fine in black cloth with silver titles & stamping, lacking the DJ. (Paper in text lightly age toned. Hint of shelfsoiling to covers) INSCRIBED by the publisher. SIGNED by actors: Sally Blane, Charles Starrett & Arthur Lake on tipped-in plates on the front inside cover & endpaper. One of the earliest printed screenplays.…

Final Draft script for the 1933 film. Carbon typescript on onionskin stock, with production number "687" and "Property of RKO Studios, Inc. Return to Scenario Dept. Files" stamps on front wrapper. Based on an unpublished play by Anne Caldwell and Louis Brock. One of the most famous dance debuts in film history, featuring the iconic team of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers performing "The Carioca." The film's success set a dance and music craze across the country, and made the pair bankable worldwide for a string of classic films. Nominated for an Academy Award. Set in and shot on location in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Tan titled wrappers, noted as FINAL SCRIPT on the front wrapper, rubber-stamped production No. 687, dated August 25, 1933, with credits for author Louis Brock. 161 leaves, with last page of text numbered 159. Ribbon copy typescript, rectos only. Pages Near Fine, wrapper Near Fine, bound with three gold brads.…

Three vintage studio still photographs from the 1933 film. One of the most famous dance debuts in film history, featuring the iconic team of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers performing "The Carioca." Not only was it their debut, and the highlight of the film, but it set off a dance and music craze, making the pair bankable worldwide for a string of classic films. Nominated for an Academy Award. Set and shot on location in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. 10 x 8 inches. Generally Very Good plus. …

Leather Bound. Condizione: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1930. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 298, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 298 298.…

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. "The Facts of Life: A Book of Brighter Biography" is a witty and irreverent collection of satirical sketches that reimagine the lives of various historical and literary figures. Written by the humorist H. W. Hanemann, this work serves as a playful critique of the formal, often dry biographical genre prevalent in the early 20th century. Through a series of "brighter" accounts, Hanemann employs sharp parody and clever prose to humanize and lampoon the subjects of traditional historical study.The collection showcases Hanemann's talent for mimicking different literary styles, making it an engaging read for those who enjoy sophisticated humor and literary pastiche. By blending historical fact with imaginative absurdity, the book offers a unique perspective on how fame and legacy are constructed through narrative. Readers interested in the evolution of biographical writing, as well as fans of classic American satire, will find this work both entertaining and insightful. "The Facts of Life: A Book of Brighter Biography" remains a spirited example of the sophisticated wit that flourished during the interwar period, providing a refreshing antidote to more conventional and somber historical accounts.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

Hardcover. Condizione: new. Hardcover. "The Facts of Life: A Book of Brighter Biography" is a witty and irreverent collection of satirical sketches that reimagine the lives of various historical and literary figures. Written by the humorist H. W. Hanemann, this work serves as a playful critique of the formal, often dry biographical genre prevalent in the early 20th century. Through a series of "brighter" accounts, Hanemann employs sharp parody and clever prose to humanize and lampoon the subjects of traditional historical study.The collection showcases Hanemann's talent for mimicking different literary styles, making it an engaging read for those who enjoy sophisticated humor and literary pastiche. By blending historical fact with imaginative absurdity, the book offers a unique perspective on how fame and legacy are constructed through narrative. Readers interested in the evolution of biographical writing, as well as fans of classic American satire, will find this work both entertaining and insightful. "The Facts of Life: A Book of Brighter Biography" remains a spirited example of the sophisticated wit that flourished during the interwar period, providing a refreshing antidote to more conventional and somber historical accounts.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…