Description: The Bookman: A Story About Larry McMurtry's Other Day Job Author: Bonner, Stayton; introduction by Larry McMurtry Title: The Bookman: A Story About Larry McMurtry's Other Day Job Publication: Three Dog Press, 2006 Edition: First Edition Description: Trade Paperback. Deluxe edition, one of 200 copies. 8 by 11-1/2 by 2-3/4-inch pine box containing items related to McMurtry's life as a bookseller beginning with his first bricks-and-mortar bookstore, Booked Up, in Washington D. C. *** Included in the box are 1) A signed copy of The Bookman in handsewn wrappers; 2) eight 4 by 6-inch glossy photos of McMurtry; 3) a facsimile copy of Washington D. C. Booked Up Permanent Want List; 4) Booked Up Archer City, TX business card; 5) Booked up Archer City, TX bumper sticker (folded once to fit in the box), and 6) Booked Up blue-and-white pig logo sticker. There is also a piece of burlap, used to fill the empty space in the box and a piece of string used to tie the items in a bundle. First edition (first printing). Box opened and bellyband peeled up from box edges (the only way to open the package). The Bookman pamphlet signed by McMurty and Bonner. *** In addition to the regular contents of this collection, this copy includes a hand-corrected proof of 'The Bookman' (the changes are in an unknown hand, but almost certainly not McMurtry's); a trade copy of The Bookman inscribed by Bonner; an extra bumpersticker; and a white-on-white Booked Up logo sticker, perhaps a trial item. A unique assemblage. Seller ID: 230113 Subject: Books About Books Eureka Books Eureka Books is a full-service new, used, and antiquarian bookstore located in Old Town, Eureka, on California's far northern coast. Established 1987. Terms All orders ship within two business days. Standard mail is USPS Media Mail. Expedited and international shipping are also available. We offer combined shipping on multiple orders. All items are guaranteed to be as described or they may be returned within 30 days of receipt for a full refund.This listing was created by Bibliopolis.
Price: 375 USD
Location: Eureka, California
End Time: 2025-01-29T21:45:49.000Z
Shipping Cost: 9 USD
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All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
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Author: Bonner, Stayton; introduction by Larry McMurtry
Publisher: Three Dog Press
Year Printed: 2006
Special Attributes: 1st Edition, Signed
Binding: Softcover, Wraps
Language: English
Original/Facsimile: Original
