Category Archives: antiquarian & unusual books for sale

Isolating for the Pandemic? You Need Books!

Posted on March 19, 2020 by starcatbooks

Isolating or practicing safe distances during the COVID-19 pandemic? We would love to isolate, but we have no choice but to continue to keep you guys fulfilled with all your book needs. How? PERSONAL SHOPPING WHILE YOU’RE IN YOUR CAR … Continue reading →

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TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, 1st British edition

Posted on June 7, 2018 by starcatbooks

WE NEED TO RAISE MONEY SO AM LETTING GO OF THESE BEAUTIES…   TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, HARPER LEE. Heinemann, 1960. Hardcover. 1st British edition. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. The jacket has a closed tear on the … Continue reading →

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Posted on April 19, 2017 by starcatbooks

We are offering a very unique book & ephemeron that goes with it: A first edition (4th printing), 1942 of M.K. Fisher’s HOW TO COOK A WOLF along with what we believe to be a completely unique cookbook stand made … Continue reading →

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Another copy of THE ARABIAN NIGHTS (illustrated) available!

Posted on April 19, 2016 by starcatbooks

EDIT — SOLD !!   Do you remember my copy of the 1946 Arabian Nights? Here’s the post with illustrations of the book’s cover and interior illustrations… (don’t pay attention that this old post says it’s sold out — I’m advertising A … Continue reading →

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A LITTLE PRINCESS by Frances Hodgson Burnett

Posted on February 13, 2016 by starcatbooks

EDITED — SOLD!! I have a pretty edition of A LITTLE PRINCESS by Frances Hodgson Burnett to offer to you lovely friends! It’s in Good condition, with some wear to the exterior boards (bumping and rubbing on spine), tight pages, … Continue reading →

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Some cool new antiquarian books in the store (and on our ABE page!)

Posted on November 4, 2015 by starcatbooks

I’d love it if these found a good home. Two of them are in rough condition as to their spines, but they’re so cool and beautiful anyway. Please comment here or send email to starcatbooks@starcatbooks.com if you are interested in … Continue reading →

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“Chocolate box” book for sale

Posted on September 17, 2015 by starcatbooks

I know you’ve all seen the “chocolate box” books the F. M. Lupton Publishing Company made back in the 1800s, cheaper versions of what A. Mame and Company was making in France at the same time. I have one for … Continue reading →

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EMMA by Jane Austen, vol. 2 of 2

Posted on May 9, 2015 by starcatbooks

FOR SALE: Emma, by Jane Austen, vol. 2, published 1893. Vol. 2 of 2, belonging to a 10-volume set published by J.M. Dent of all of Jane Austen’s works (starts with chapter 28). Illustrated throughout by C.L. & H.M. Brock … Continue reading →

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THE CARROT SEED by Ruth Krauss, illustrated by Crockett Johnson

Posted on May 9, 2015 by starcatbooks

FOR SALE: A first edition of a real children’s classic: the 1966  Scholastic paperback, The Carrot Seed, by Ruth Krauss and illustrated by Crockett Johnson (Harold and the Purple Crayon). This is in remarkable condition with no tears or soiling … Continue reading →

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Another Beautifully Illustrated Book to Tempt You…

Posted on May 7, 2015 by starcatbooks

ETA: SOLD !! ================= I just got in a beautifully illustrated edition of the Arabian Nights: Grosset & Dunlap Illustrated Junior Library, 1946. Illustrations by Earle Goodenow. Above are some samples of what this looks like. I adore this volume! As … Continue reading →

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