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    #90228. Emanuel, W.D., and Andrew Matheson, CAMERAS: THE FACTS, 1963/1964 (Reprint)  "How They Work, What They Will Do, How They Compare." A wonderful guidebook to cameras of the period; detailed descriptions and fully illustrated. 296pp, paper covers. Approx. 175 cameras covered, including Canon, Leica, Leningrad, Ilford, Kiev, Paxette, Voigtlander, Zorki, Edixa, Exa, Focaflex, Minox, Topcon, etc. etc. Superb reference, long out of print. Nice reprint. $25.00

    #27329. (Camera Craft) Photographic Blue Book/Trade-In Values, 1941  San Francisco: 1st edition. 284pp, not illustrated. Approx. 3-1/2x5-1/2". Fantastic listing of "used" cameras, enlargers, projectors, etc., and their then-current trade-in values. Ah, for the good old days! Minute wear, a must for any collector's library.  $30.00

    #15376. Abring, H.D. Von Daguerre Bis Heute, 1981  A classic reference, in two volumes, in German. Approx. 500pp, profusely illus. An encyclopaedic reference to thousands of cameras in this collection, fully indexed. Used as an identification guide by collectors and dealers around the world. Long out of print. Mint condition, quite scarce.  $150.00

    #17084. Abring, H.D. Von Daguerre Bis Heute, 1981 (Volume 1 only)  A classic reference, in German. Approx. 250pp, profusely illus. An encyclopaedic reference to thousands of cameras in this collection, fully indexed. Used as an identification guide by collectors and dealers around the world. Long out of print. Mint condition, quite scarce.  $60.00

    #28212. Auer, Michel, Catalogue Michel Auer, 1977  Volume two of the collection of the prince of European photo collectors. More than 600 cameras pictured and described, with an index to this and the first volume, published in 1972. 140pp, paper covers; minute wear to cover corners, else EX. Scarce, and superb reference.  $25.00

    #17965. Auer, Michel,  The Illustrated History of the Camera, 1975  New York: 1975. 286pp, hc, large format, fully illustrated. Probably still the most lavish of the books devoted to the history of the camera, as well as being one of the most complete and accurate. EX, with d/j. Long out of print.  $125.00

    #30535. Bloodgood, David and Katherine, Prof. Bloodgood's Handbook..., 1974  "Everything you need to know to open your own Old-Time Photo Studio". 58pp, paper covers; approx. 6x9". Complete guide, including equipment, posing, product preparation, costumes, location, etc. EX.  $20.00

    #17967. Boni, Albert, Ed.,  Photographic Literature 1960-1970 (1972)  "An International Bibliographic Guide to General and Specialized Literature on Photographic Processes; Techniques; Theory; Chemistry; Physics; Apparatus; Materials & Applications; Industry; History; Biography; Aesthetics; etc." 536pp, hc. An incredible bibliographic reference. EX, with torn d/j. Scarce.  $60.00

    #23324. Braive, Michael F. The Photograph: A Social History, 1966  New York: 368pp, hc, fully illus. A fascinating book by this French author; the images are outstanding and not seen elsewhere. His approach heralded other books in the same venue, but this is a superb reference. EX. with slightly worn d/j. Scarce.  $125.00

    #28517. (Burnside, Tom & Elinor), Daguerreian Era Catalogs of Photographic Antiques, 1971-1977  A lot of 10 catalogs, #1 through #12 (missing #8). The start of "public" photographic collecting. The Burnsides were among the earliest of dealers, and provided a wealth of information in their priced catalogs. 300-600 items per catalog; fascinating reading, crying, and history. Generally EX.  $175.00

    #28214. Rifkind, Eugene H., compiler Cameras of the 1930's  DVPCA: 1977. 176pp, paper covers. A collection of informational pages culled from The Camera magazine of the time; each page giving all the specifics of a particular camera. Superb reference; lamination on cover shows minor wear.  $25.00

    #6776.  The Camera Digest, 1947  Chicago: Richmond & Co., 1947. 114pp, paper, illus. Complete reference guide to equipment at the time. EX reference.  $20.00

    #25856.  Cameras From Germany, 1950  A Listing, with Complete Specifications, of All Cameras Produced in Western Germany. 158pp, fully illus. Part of back cover missing, else EX; superb reference.  $35.00

    #28815. Dechert, Peter. Canon Rangefinder Cameras 1933-1968, (1985)  Hove Books: 208pp, hc, fully illus. Classic guide to the Canon rf cameras. First edition, EX condition with d/j. A must for any collector's shelf.  $35.00

    #25898. Cornwall, James E., Photographic Advertising in England 1890-1960 (1978)  198pp, paper covers, fully illus. Mostly reproduced full page ads for European camera equipment during the time period. Minor wear, superb pictorial source.  $25.00

    #13485. Cotter, Alan B., National Directory of Camera Collectors, 1971  Santa Barbara: 98pp, paper. Back in the early days of collecting, this was a valuable source, listing hundreds of collectors, interests; and cross-referenced. Now, 25 years later (and with all due respect), many of these collections might be available for sale. EX.  $10.00

    #13487. Cotter, Alan B., National Directory of Camera Collectors, 1978  Santa Barbara: 4th ed.; 140pp, paper. Back in the early days this was a valuable source, listing hundreds of collectors, interests; and cross-referenced. Now, 27 years later (and with all due respect), many of these collections might be available for sale. EX.  $10.00

    #3334. Crawford, William,  The Keepers of Light, 1979  A History and Working Guide to Early Photographic Processes. New York: 1979. 320pp, hc, fully illustrated. EX, long out of print. Fine reference.  $40.00

    #18056. Estabrooke, E.M., Photography in the Studio and the Field, 1887  New York: 240pp + ads, hc, illus. Scarce treatise involving cameras, lenses, techniques, darkroom, etc., etc. Estabrooke was a noted writer on photographic topics at the time. Cover shows a little wear; contents tight and EX.  $125.00

    #23338. Ford, Colin, ed., The Kodak Musem: The Story of Popular Photography, 1989  London: 184pp, paper covers; profusely illustrated. The Kodak Museum in London is now part of the National Museum of Photography. Here, the development of photography "for the masses" is traced from the beginnings of photorgaphy well into the 20th century. A fascnating look, drawn from the massive holdings of the museum. EX+.  $40.00

    #18656. Gernsheim, Helmut and Alison A Concise History of Photography, 1965  New York: 314pp, hc, fully illus. A classic; EX, with d/j.  $30.00

    #23347. Gernsheim, Helmut The Rise of Photography 1850-1880, The Age of Collodion, 1988  London: 288pp, hc, fully illustrated. "The History of Photography, Volume II." A revised, updated and expanded volume based on Gernsheim's original History of Photography. A classic, with heavy emphasis on the European origins and development of the collodion era. Mint, with d/j.  $100.00

    #21482. Gilbert, George,  Collecting Photographica, 1976  "The Images and Equipment of the First Hundred Years of Photography." 302pp, hc, fully illus. Valuable source guide to a wide variety of photographica. One of the pioneering books. EX.  $30.00

    #7658. Gilbert, George,  A Guide to Antique and Classic Cameras, c. 1969  32pp, paper, approx. 4x9", illus. Cute little booklet, EX general guide to collecting. Published at the very beginning of public awareness of photo collecting. Nice addition to any library. EX.  $8.00

    #17140. Gilbert, George The Photographica Collectors Price Guide, 1977  New York: 114pp, paper, fully illus. An "early" and valuable identification and pricing guide to a wide range of photographic collectibles. Minute wear, EX.  $8.00

    #547. Gilbert, George,  Photographic Advertising from A-to-Z, Vol. II, 1975  Yesterday's Cameras: 1972, 1975. 192pp, paper, fully illustrated. Fine early collecting look at photographic advertising. Good reference, nice collectible. Has index for Volumes I and II. EX.  $18.00

    #17966. Goldsmith, Arthur, The Camera and Its Images, 1979  New York: 240pp, hc, fully illus. From the introduction of the camera to the present day, Goldsmith traces the evolution of the photograph and its impact on society. Superb reference, not often seen. EX, with d/j.  $55.00

    #2572. Gross, Harry I.  Antique and Classic Cameras, 1965  New York: 1965. 192pp, hc, fully illus. The classic collector's guide that started it all. Not regarded now as a valuable reference, but a collector's item nevertheless. EX, with d/j.  $75.00

    #9855. Hepworth, T.C.,  Evening Work for Amateur Photographers, 1890  London: 1890. 218pp including ads; hc, illus. Minute wear to cover, else EX. Scarce.  $50.00

    #23293. Ford, Colin, ed. An Early Victorian Album, 1976  "The photographic masterpieces (1843-1847) of David Octavius Hill and Robert Adamson." New York: 364pp, hc, profusely illustrated. A truly magnificent record of Hill and Adamson's work, long out of print. Mint, with d/j. Couple tiny ragged edges on d/j.  $75.00

    #23315.  History of Photography, October, 1978  "An International Quarterly". Vol. 2, #4; 90pp, large format, fully illus. EX.  $15.00

    #24441. Davenport, Alma, The History of Photography, an overview, 1991  Focal Press: 192pp, paper covers, fully illustrated. 8-1/2x11". Nice, concise overview of the history of photography from the image perspective. EX condition.  $15.00

    #18655. Holmes, Edward. An Age of Cameras, 1974  160pp, hc, fully illus. One of the "earliest" histories of the camera, and still one of the best. First publishing. EX+ condition, with d/j. A classic.  $45.00

    #15377. Holmes, Edward. An Age of Cameras, 1974, 1978  160pp, hc, fully illus. One of the "earliest" histories of the camera, and still one of the best. Originally published in 1974, reprinted in 1978. EX+ condition, with minutely worn d/j. A classic.  $45.00

    #23560. Klamkin, Charles, with Matthew Isenberg Photographica: A Guide to the Value of Historic Cameras, 1978  New York: 248pp, hc, fully illus. A book rich in information for the novice and advanced collector, prepared by a noted collector with illustrations from his own collection. Valuable source, and established as a necessary volume on every collector's shelf. EX, with d/j. Inscribed to previous owner by Isenberg.  $55.00

    #25649. (Kodak Limited), The Kodak Museum (Harrow, England), 1947  "A Permanent Exhibition Illustrating the History of Photography and Some of Its Applications in Science, Art and Industry." 90pp, fuzzy cover, fully illus.; approx. 6x9-1/2". Wonderful catalog and guide to the exhibition, and catalog of the holdings of the museum. Valuable look at the history of photography; EX condition; scarce.  $45.00

    #17073. Lahue, Kalton C., and J.S. Bailey, Collecting Vintage Cameras: The American 35mm, 1972  New York: Amphoto, 1972. 160pp, hc, illus. Classic volume on the development and manufacture of the American 35mm camera. Not appreciated when it first appeared on the market, now a sought-after collector's reference. Minute wear, with torn d/j. EX, superb reference.  $30.00

    #1094. Lea, Rudolph,  Lea's register of 35mm SLR Cameras 1935-1981  Elkins Park, Pa., 1981. Includes Primary Characteristics, Historical Firsts, Notable Features, Comparative Ratings. 176pp, spiral bound, illustrated. EX reference, out of print. Scarce.  $25.00

    #90484. Neblette, C.B. Photographic Lens Manual and Directory, 1960 (Reprint)  120pp, fully illustrated; approximately 5x7". Originally published in 1960, this book is a classic on the history, development and performance of photographic lenses. Includes a valuable world-wide directory of lenses and types, as well as formulations. Long out of print, we have this created this high-quality reprint.  $15.00

    #17532. Lorant, Stefan, Lincoln: A Picture Story of His Life, 1952  New York: 256pp, large format, profusely illus. A classic text on the life of Lincoln, with hundreds of photographers, scholarly text. Minor wear, with worn and slightly tattered d/j.  $45.00

    #25690. Price Guide: Lind's Camera Price Guide 1996-1997, Pocket Edition  126pp, not illus.; 4-14x5-1/2". Not up to date, but close; and good pocket reference. EX+.  $8.00

    #17078. Lothrop, Eaton S., Jr.,  A Century of Cameras, 1973  New York: 1973. Cameras from the Collection of the International Museum of Photography at George Eastman House. 150pp, hc, illustrated. Classic and a fine reference. EX, scarce.  $35.00

    #23296. Lothrop, Eaton S., Jr.,  A Century of Cameras, 1982  New York: Revised edition. Cameras from the Collection of the International Museum of Photography at George Eastman House. 186pp, paper covers, fully illustrated. Classic and a fine reference. EX, scarce.  $35.00

    #20967. Mantanle, Ivor Collecting and Using Classic Cameras, 1992  London: 224pp, paper, profusely illustrated. A magnificent reference to Leica, Canon, Contax, Voigtlander, Linhof, Hasselblad, etc., etc. This was the paperback edition of the original 1986 hardbound. EX; scarce.  $25.00

    #28850. Mantanle, Ivor Collecting and Using Classic SLR's, 1996  London: 264pp, paper, profusely illustrated. A magnificent reference to Leica, Canon, Contax, Voigtlander, Linhof, Hasselblad, etc., etc. as well as cameras from the early 1900's, Russia and other unusual SLR's. Valuable source and reference. EX+.  $30.00

    #26948. McBroom, Michael McBroom's Camera Bluebook, 1994 edition  242pp, paper covers, fully illus. "The" accepted identification and pricing guide for contemporary camera equipment (c. 1965 to present). Minor wear, still EX.  $10.00

    #26949. McBroom, Michael McBroom's Camera Bluebook, 1995-1996 Edition  240pp, paper covers, fully illus. "The" accepted identification and pricing guide for contemporary camera equipment (c. 1965 to present). Minor wear, still EX.  $10.00

    #26966. McKeown, Jim and Joan, Collectors Guide to Kodak Cameras, 1981  176pp, paper covers, fully illus. EX.  $15.00

    #491. McKeown, James, and Joan, eds.,  Official Dealer Blue Book of Cameras, 1982  Grantsburg: 1982; 64pp, paper, not illus. Valuable trade-in guide at the time, now just a nice collectible. Excellent.  $8.00

    #7159. McKeown, James,  Price Guide to Antique and Classic Still Cameras, 1974  Grantsburg: 1974; 1st edition. 60pp, paper, not illus. Not very accurate, but super collectible; scarce now.  $25.00

    #1878. McKeown, James,  Price Guide to Antique and Classic Still Cameras, 1978  Grantsburg: 1978; 2nd edition. 144pp, paper, illus. Not very accurate, but nice collectible. EX.  $10.00

    #8405. Newhall, Beaumont,  The History of Photography From 1839 to the Present Day, 1949  New York: 1949. 256pp, hc, fully illus. EX, with d/j.  $30.00

    #23305. Newhall, Beaumont,  The History of Photography From 1839 to the Present Day, 1949  New York: 1949. 256pp, hc, fully illus. EX, no d/j.  $25.00

    #17907. Newhall, Beaumont,  The History of Photography From 1839 to the Present Day, 1964  Revised and enlarged edition. New York: 216pp, hc, fully illus. Classic text; EX condition, with torn d/j. Autographed by Newhall to previous owner.  $35.00

    #23559. Newhall, Beaumont,  The History of Photography From 1839 to the Present Day, 1964  Revised and enlarged edition. New York: 216pp, paper covers; fully illus. Classic text; minuscule wear, generally EX.  $25.00

    #23555. Newhall, Beaumont,  The History of Photography From 1839 to the Present, 1976  Revised and enlarged edition. New York: 320pp, paper covers, fully illus. Classic text; EX condition; published by Dover.  $25.00

    #23352. Newhall, Beaumont,  The History of Photography From 1839 to the Present, 1982  Revised and enlarged edition. New York: 320pp, paper covers, fully illus. Classic text; EX condition.  $35.00

    #23359. Doty, Robert, ed., Photography in America: Whitney Museum of American Art, 1974  256pp, large format, hc, profusely illus. Classic look at the history of the American photograph, from images in the Whitney Museum. EX+, with d/j.  $50.00

    #90010. Morgan, Willard D. PHOTO CARTOONS, 1948  Another find of the last stock of this original 1948 publication. 66pp, paper covers, fully illustrated. A wealth of photographic cartoons and humor from the earliest days to the present. Great addition to the library.  $10.00

    #27121. (Eastman Kodak Co), How to Make and Use a Pinhole Camera, 1971  12pp, fully illus.; approx. 6x8-1/2". Nice pamphlet from Kodak on making this simple camera. Good source; punched for data binder. EX.  $5.00

    #22838. (Eastman Kodak Co), How to Make and Use a Pinhole Camera, 1978  12pp, fully illus.; approx. 6x8-1/2". Nice pamphlet from Kodak on making this simple camera. Good source; punched for data binder. EX.  $5.00

    #13490. Quigg, Lemuel Ely, Tin-Types Taken in the Streets of New York, 1890  "A Series of Stories and Sketches Portraying Many Singular Phases of Metropolitan Life." New York: 297pp, hc; cover a little soiled. Not truly photographic, but quaint because of the "photographic" title.  $15.00

    #17905. Rinhart, Floyd and Marion, Summertime: Photographs of Americans at Play 1850-1900; 1978  New York: 190pp, hc, fully illus. Superb book with hundreds of nostalgic photographs and historical notations, by these noted photographic historians. Few pages have minute stains along bottom edges; else EX; with d/j.  $35.00

    #9873. Roche, T.C., and H.T. Anthony,  How to Make Photographs, A Manual for Amateurs, 1898  New York: Anthony, 1898. 126pp, stiff wraps, fully illus. Includes mounted photographs front and rear. EX, quite scarce.  $175.00

    #23350. Rosenblum, Naomi A World History of Photography, 1984  New York: 672pp, hc, profusely illustrated. A unique blend of technical history and pictorial history. Rapidly becoming a classic in the field. EX+, with d/j.  $100.00

    #23353. Rosenblum, Naomi A World History of Photography, 1989  New York: Revised edition. 672pp, paper covers, fully illus. Technical and pictorial history. Rapidly becoming a classic in the field. EX+.  $85.00

    #28237. Rosenblum, Naomi A World History of Photography, 1984/1989  New York: Revised edition. 672pp, hc, fully illus. Technical and pictorial history. Rapidly becoming a classic in the field. EX+, with d/j.  $95.00

    #23413. Fricke, Oscar, The Dzerzhinsky Commune: Birth of the Soviet 35mm Camera Industry,1979  24pp, large format, fully illus. Slick reprint of a article that originally appeared in the History of Photography quarterly in April, 1979. Good historical reference; EX.  $6.00

    #17908. Sandler, Martin W., The Story of American Photography, 1979  "An Illustrated History for Young People." Boston: 381pp, hc, fully illus. Not just for young people; EX, with worn d/j. Scarce.  $25.00

    #25904. Sharbrough, David, American Premium Guide to Olde Cameras, 1983  "Identification and Value Guide." 160pp, paper, fully illus. Decent reference; EX condition.  $8.00

    #18442. Smith, Jerry,  Notable Affordables, 1976  28pp, paper, fully illustrated. Written in the early years of 'public' camera collecting, a nice guide to turn of the century and earlier box, plate and folding cameras in the affordable price range. As new condition; a nice little reference.  $8.00

    #25012. Snelling, Henry Hunt, The History and Practice of the Art of Photography, 1849 (1970)  140pp + index, hc. 1970 reprint by Morgan & Morgan, with an introduction of Beaumont Newhall. This was the first bound treatise on photography ever published in the US. EX, with d/j.  $30.00

    #25859. Story, Alfred T.,  The Story of Photography, 1898  New York: Library of Useful Stories. 170pp, hc, illus. EX.  $30.00

    #25510. Taft, Robert, Photography and the American Scene, 1938  New York: First edition, 546pp, hc, fully illus. Classic text on the history of American Photography. This copy is ex-library, and shows some wear on the edges of the cover. Still, valuable source, and becoming scarce.  $65.00

    #25512. Taft, Robert, Photography and the American Scene, 1938/1964  New York: Dover, 1964. 546pp, paper covers, fully illus. Reprint of the original classic text in the history of American photography. Minute wear, still EX.  $12.00

    #9714. Townsend, Charles F.,  Chemistry for Photographer, 1899  London: 2nd ed., revised. 158pp+ads, hc. EX.  $95.00

    #28228. Towler, J. The Silver Sunbeam (Reprint), 1864/1969  352pp + ads; hc. Reprint by Morgan & Morgan of this classic text on photography. With introduction by Beaumont Newhall. Minute wear; EX with d/j.  $50.00

    #23295. Towler, John, The Silver Sunbeam, 1864 (Reprint)  Morgan and Morgan: 1969. Fascimile edition of the original 1864 publication which documents the history and practice of photography to the time. 352pp+30pp ads. Extremely valuable source book, almost impossible to find in the original. EX, with d/j.  $50.00

    #17957. Wade, John,  A Short History of the Camera, 1979  London: 1979. 142pp, paper, fully illus. EX.  $15.00

    #6459. Watts, W.A.,  The Photographic Reference Book, 1896  London: 1896. Hints, Information and Methods Concerning All Kinds of Photographic Work and Recreation. 298pp+ads, hc, illus. Filled with valuable reference for turn of the century photographers. EX, scarce.  $65.00

    #28104. Original Catalogs: (Weiner, Allen) Fine Antique Cameras and Photographic Images, 1975+  Lot of 19 catalogs from this noted US specialist in antique and collectible materials; catalogs #4 (1975) through #28 (1982) with gaps. Each catalog approx. 5-1/2x8", average 28pp; fully illus. Great historical reference for cameras, accessories, images, ephemera. Minuscule wear to few, generally EX and scarce. The lot of 19 issues  $150.00

    #30857. Original Catalogs: (Weiner, Allen) Fine Antique Cameras and Photographic Images, 1975+  Lot of 18 catalogs from this noted US specialist in antique and collectible materials; catalogs #4 (1975) through #26 (1981) with gaps. Each catalog approx. 5-1/2x8", average 28pp; fully illus. Great historical reference for cameras, accessories, images, ephemera. Minuscule wear to few, generally EX and scarce. The lot of 18 issues  $150.00

    #25513. Welling, William, Photography in America: The Formative Years 1839-1900, 1978   430pp, hc, profusely illustrated. A history of the early years of photgraphy. Primary source material includes the earliest known photographic journals. Extremely valuable source. This is the original 1978 edition, in EX condition with slightly worn d/j. Inscribed by Welling to previous owner.  $50.00

    #22614. (West Essex Camera Club, Caldwell, NJ) The Haze Filter  Monthly bulletin of the West Essex Camera Club. Lot of 19 issues (5 duplicates), from January, 1957 to June, 1960. Incomplete run. Cute little newsletter from this camera club; each issue 4pp, with news, notes, hints. EX.  $15.00

    #15373. Willsberger, Johann Fotofaszination, 1975  Approx. 200pp, hc, profusely illustrated. Classic book on a major German camera collection; some extremely rare items, with full-page photographs. In German. As new condition, with d/j and slipcase.  $75.00

    #17082. Wills, Camfield and Deirdre, History of Photography: Techniques and Equipment, 1980  New York: 188pp, hc, fully illus. Good basic reference, lot of excellent information. Minute wear, still EX. D/j shows more wear.  $25.00

    #15384. Wilson, Edward L. Wilson's Photographics, 1881  "A Series of Lessons... on all the Processes which are needful in the Art of Photography." Philadelphia: 352pp, hc, fully illus. Classic text on the processes of photography at the time; quite scarce, and an extremely valuable reference. Cover beginning to separate slightly at spine; contents tight and EX.  $145.00

    #2249. Wolf, Myron, ed.,  Directory of Collectable Cameras, 1972  Lexington: 1972. First edition. 102pp, paper, illus. Not much of a reference today, but a nice addition to a complete collection. EX.  $10.00

    #17963. Wolf, Myron, ed.,  Illustrated Price Guide to Collectable Cameras, 1977  Lexington, Mass: 108pp, paper, fully illus. Not much value (except for buying), but a nice collectible. EX condition.  $6.00

    #17959. Wolf, Myron, ed.,  Illustrated Price Guide to Collectable Cameras, 1979  Lexington, Mass: November, 1979; First Silver Issue. 142pp, paper, fully illus. Not much value (except for buying), but a nice collectible. EX condition.  $6.00

    #3562. Wolf, Myron, ed.,  Illustrated Price Guide to Collectable Cameras, 1981  Lexington, Mass: March, 1981; Second Silver Issue. 224pp, paper, fully illus. Not much value (except for buying), but a nice collectible. Minute wear.  $6.00

    #17960. Wolf, Myron, ed.,  Illustrated Price Guide to Collectable Cameras, 1982  Lexington, Mass: Vol. V, First Master Editiion. 324pp, fully illus. Not much value (except for buying), but a nice collectible. EX.  $8.00

    #17962. Wolf, Myron, ed.,  Blue Book update, 1984  Lexington, Mass: December, 1983. 70pp, paper, not illus. This is the update for Volume VI, with new pricing. Not much value as a reference, but a nice collectible. EX.  $5.00

    #90509. Woodbury, Walter E., The Encyclopaedic Dictionary of Photography, 1899 (Reprint)  A classic reference in the history of photography; 536 pages, with more than 2000 references and 500 illustrations; 8-1/2x11", spiral bound. A faithful reprint of the original. References from Abaxial to Zirconium; a complete compendium of chemicals, processes, papers, lenses, techniques, equipment, etc. etc. An incredible undertaking for the time, and a necessary reference for anyone interested in the history of photography. $45.00

    #31230. Tubbs, D.B., Zeiss Ikon Cameras 1926-1939 (1977)  Hove Camera Photo Books: 1st printing. 144pp, hc, fully illustrated. Superb reference to the pre-WWII Zeiss cameras. Long out of print and sought-after collector's reference. EX, with torn, taped d/j.  $25.00

    #31229. Tubbs, D.B., Zeiss Ikon Cameras 1926-1939 (1977/1980)  Hove Camera Photo Books: 2nd printing. 144pp, hc, fully illustrated. Superb reference to the pre-WWII Zeiss cameras. Long out of print and sought-after collector's reference. EX, with slightly worn d/j.  $25.00

    #8469.  Graphic Antiquarian, October, 1970  Blake Enterprises. the first true magazine for photographic collectors. 32pp, illus. EX; punched for three-ring binder.  $5.00

    #6611.  Graphic Antiquarian, July, 1971  32pp, illus. EX.  $5.00

    #6619.  Graphic Antiquarian, Spring, 1974  32pp, illus. EX.  $5.00

    #13539. Lothrop, Eaton S., Jr.,  Photographic Collectors' Newsletter, 1969 (Vol. I)  Privately printed, 1969. 66pp, large format, illus. A superb undertaking in the early years of collecting by one of the recognized experts. The first real publication devoted to history of photography and collecting. A complete collection of this magazine is extremely hard to obtain. Valuable reference. This specific entry is a 1965 reissue of the first four issues of the magazine, including a mounted color photo inside. $25.00

    #13538. Lothrop, Eaton S., Jr.,  Photographic Collectors' Newsletter, 1969 (Vol. I, #4)  Privately printed, 1969. 30pp, large format, illus. A superb undertaking in the early years of collecting by one of the recognized experts. The first real publication devoted to history of photography and collecting. A complete collection of this magazine is extremely hard to obtain. Valuable reference.  $10.00

    #13537. Lothrop, Eaton S., Jr.,  Photographic Collectors' Newsletter, October, 1969 (Vol. II, #1)  Privately printed, 1969. 30pp, large format, illus. A superb undertaking in the early years of collecting by one of the recognized experts. The first real publication devoted to history of photography and collecting. A complete collection of this magazine is extremely hard to obtain. Valuable reference. Good information in this issue on the EXPO camera. $10.00

    #13536. Lothrop, Eaton S., Jr.,  Photographic Collectors' Newsletter, February, 1970  Privately printed, 1970. 28pp, large format, illus. A superb undertaking in the early years of collecting by one of the recognized experts. The first real publication devoted to history of photography and collecting. A complete collection of this magazine is extremely hard to obtain. Valuable reference.  $10.00

    #5181. Lothrop, Eaton S., Jr.,  Photographic Collectors' Newsletter, April, 1971  Privately printed, 1971. 36pp, large format, illus. A superb undertaking in the early years of collecting by one of the recognized experts. The first real publication devoted to history of photography and collecting. A complete collection of this magazine is extremely hard to obtain. Valuable reference.  $10.00

    #5217. Lothrop, Eaton S., Jr.,  Photographic Collectors' Newsletter, February, 1972  Privately printed, 1972. 44pp, large format, illus. A superb undertaking in the early years of collecting by one of the recognized experts. The first real publication devoted to history of photography and collecting. A complete collection of this magazine is extremely hard to obtain. Valuable reference. Volume III, #1.  $10.00

    #5206. Lothrop, Eaton S., Jr.,  Photographic Collectors' Newsletter, November, 1972  Privately printed, 1972. 44pp, large format, illus. A superb undertaking in the early years of collecting by one of the recognized experts. The first real publication devoted to history of photography and collecting. A complete collection of this magazine is extremely hard to obtain. Valuable reference. Volume III, #2.  $10.00

    #5216. Lothrop, Eaton S., Jr.,  Photographic Collectors' Newsletter, May, 1974  Privately printed, 1974. 44pp, large format, illus. A superb undertaking in the early years of collecting by one of the recognized experts. The first real publication devoted to history of photography and collecting. A complete collection of this magazine is extremely hard to obtain. Valuable reference. Volume III, #3.  $10.00

    #18058. Lothrop, Eaton S., Jr.,  Photographic Collectors' Newsletter, August, 1975  Privately printed. 56pp, large format, illus. A superb undertaking in the early years of collecting by one of the recognized experts. The first real publication devoted to history of photography and collecting. A complete collection of this magazine is extremely hard to obtain. Valuable reference. Volume III, #4.  $10.00

    #6637.  Magic Lantern Society Bulletin, 1979-1983  The Magic Lantern Society of the U.S. and Canada published four times a year. This collection includes from Vol. I., #1 (April, 1979) through Vol. IV, #4 (January, 1983), except for one issue. Approx. 150pp total; good reference and history. EX, scarce.  $50.00

    #6613.  Northlight Magazine, Winter 1978-1979  Journal of the Photographic Historical Society of America; single issue from the first national organization of collectors. 20pp, illus. EX, scarce.  $5.00

    #6614.  Northlight Magazine, Summer, 1979  20pp, illus. EX, scarce.  $5.00

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    Literature: Annuals

    #394.  35mm Photography, 1970  Popular Photography. "A Complete Guide." 134pp, paper, large format, fully illus. Good reference, and becoming collectible. EX.  $5.00

    #28226. Canfield, C.W., ed. American Annual of Photography and Photographic Times Almanac, 1891  New York: 1891. 412pp + 136pp ads; paper covers. Fully illus., including engraved frontispiece. Superb reference, classic. Spine mostly worn off; book beginnng to separate in sections. Needs rebinding; but complete and scarce.  $135.00

    #9583. Woodbury, Walter E., ed.,  American Annual of Photography, 1899  New York: 1899. 370pp + 122pp ads; hc, fully illus. Missing first two pages of ads, else EX; scarce.  $125.00

    #11448.  Cyclopedic Index to the American Annual of Photography for 1891  24pp, paper. EX. An index is always a good idea.  $10.00

    #17887. Hord, Spencer B. American Annual of Photography, 1904  359pp+64pp ads; hc, illus. Fine reference; spine shaken; cover loose, worn, and first couple of pages torn. All information complete and EX. Scarce.  $65.00

    #17885. Tennant, John A., ed., American Annual of Photography, 1909  New York: 328pp + 48pp ads; paper, fully illus. Classic annual reflecting the state of photography. Cover loose, worn on spine. Contents still tight and EX.  $40.00

    #17886. Tennant, John A., ed., American Annual of Photography, 1910  New York: 328pp + 56pp ads; paper, fully illus. Classic annual reflecting the state of photography. Cover loose, worn on spine. Contents still tight and EX.  $40.00

    #17890. Tennant, John A., ed., American Annual of Photography, 1911  New York: 328pp + 60pp ads; paper, fully illus. Classic annual reflecting the state of photography. Cover loose, worn on spine. Contents still tight and EX.  $40.00

    #17888. Howe, Percy Y., ed.,  American Annual of Photography, 1917  New York: 1917. 298pp + 44pp ads; hc, fully illus. Classic annual reflecting the state of photography. Minute wear to cover, generally EX.  $30.00

    #28482. Howe, Percy Y., ed.,  American Annual of Photography, 1917  New York: 1917. 298pp + 44pp ads; paper covers, fully illus. Classic annual reflecting the state of photography. Minute wear to cover, generally EX.  $30.00

    #25868. Howe, Percy Y., ed.,  American Annual of Photography, 1920  New York: 296pp + 32pp ads; hc, fully illus. Classic annual reflecting the state of photography. Minute wear to cover, generally EX.  $30.00

    #26070. Howe, Percy Y., ed.,  American Annual of Photography, 1925  Boston: 296pp + 50pp ads; paper covers; illus. Little shaken, still EX.  $30.00

    #26071. Howe, Percy Y., ed.,  American Annual of Photography, 1926  Boston: 296pp + 44pp ads; paper covers; illus. Cover loose, still EX.  $30.00

    #11510. Fraprie, Frank R., and Franklin Jordan, eds.,  American Annual of Photography, 1941  Boston, 1941. 276pp + 46pp ads; paper covers, illus. EX, fine reference.  $20.00

    #25857. Fraprie, Frank R., and Franklin Jordan, eds.,  American Annual of Photography, 1944  Boston: 206pp + 36pp ads; hc, illus. EX, fine reference.  $20.00

    #17561. Fraprie, Frank R., and Franklin Jordan, eds.,  American Annual of Photography, 1944  Boston: 206pp + 36pp ads; paper covers, illus. Cover shows minute soiling; page edges little dirty from storage; contents tight and EX; fine reference.  $15.00

    #11505. Fraprie, Frank R., and Franklin Jordan, eds.,  American Annual of Photography, 1946  Boston, 1946. 200pp + 42pp ads; paper covers, illus. EX, fine reference.  $20.00

    #25854. Fraprie, Frank R., and Franklin Jordan, eds.,  American Annual of Photography, 1946  Boston: 200pp + 42pp ads; hc, illus. EX, fine reference.  $20.00

    #17559. Fraprie, Frank R., and Franklin Jordan, eds.,  American Annual of Photography, 1947  Boston: 208pp + 42pp ads; paper covers, illus. Cover has minute soiling; contents tight and EX.  $18.00

    #1823. Fraprie, Frank R., and Franklin Jordan, eds.,  American Annual of Photography, 1948  Boston, 1948. 216pp + 48pp ads; hc, illus. EX, fine reference.  $20.00

    #17555. Fraprie, Frank R., and Franklin Jordan, eds.,  American Annual of Photography, 1948  Boston, 1948. 216pp + 48pp ads; paper covers; illus. Cover shows slight stain; contents tight and EX.  $12.00

    #6517. Fraprie, Frank R., and Franklin Jordan, eds.,  American Annual of Photography 1949  Boston: 1948. 240pp+34pp ads; paper; illus. EX.  $15.00

    #25853. Fraprie, Frank R., and Franklin Jordan, eds.,  American Annual of Photography 1949  Boston: 240pp+34pp ads; hc, illus. EX.  $18.00

    #17562. Fraprie, Frank R., and Franklin Jordan, eds.,  American Annual of Photography, 1949  Boston: 230pp + 44pp ads; paper covers, illus. Cover shows minute soiling; page edges little dirty from storage; contents tight and EX; fine reference.  $15.00

    #21605.  International Annual of Anthony's Photographic Bulletin, 1894  Volume VI. New York: 1894. 352pp+108pp ads, hc, illus. EX, with mounted photographic frontispeice. Valuable reference. Scarce.  $150.00

    #28221.  International Annual of Anthony's Photographic Bulletin, 1896  Volume 8. New York: 1896. 348pp+80pp ads, paper, illus. EX, with mounted photographic frontispeice. Valuable reference. Scarce.  $150.00

    #28223.  International Annual of Anthony's Photographic Bulletin, 1901  Volume XIII. New York: 1901. 320pp+96pp ads, paper, illus. EX. Valuable reference. Scarce.  $100.00

    #6653.  International Annual of Anthony's Photographic Bulletin, 1902  Volume XIV. New York: 1902. 354pp+94pp ads, paper, illus. Little shaken, spine torn on bottom; still EX. Valuable reference. Scarce.  $100.00

    #29445.  British Journal Photographic Almanac, 1917  London; 780pp, hc; illustrated. Nearly half devoted to advertising. Superb reference. Spine weak, separating. Contents still complete. Scarce.  $75.00

    #29446.  British Journal Photographic Almanac, 1926  London; 848pp, hc; illustrated. Nearly half devoted to advertising. Superb reference. Spine weak, separating. Contents still complete. Scarce.  $75.00

    #6221.  British Journal Photographic Almanac, 1930  London, 1930. 784pp, paper covers; illus. Nearly half devoted to advertising. Superb reference. Minor wear to spine, else EX; scarce.  $50.00

    #130.  British Journal Photographic Almanac, 1936  London, 1936. 698pp, paper; illustrated. Nearly half devoted to advertising. Superb reference. Shaken, cover loose; still valuable source.  $40.00

    #2216.  British Journal Photographic Almanac, 1938  London: 746pp, paper covers, illus. Nearly half devoted to advertising. Superb reference. Mostly disbound; contents EX. Superb reference.  $40.00

    #345.  British Journal Photographic Almanac, 1940  London, 1940. 454pp, paper; illus. Nearly half devoted to advertising. Superb reference. Minor wear; scarce  $30.00

    #17563.  British Journal Photographic Almanac, 1943  London: 392pp, paper covers, illus. Nearly half devoted to advertising. Superb reference. Minor wear; scarce  $30.00

    #24148.  British Journal Photographic Almanac, 1961  London: 596pp, hc, illus. Lot of valuable information; nearly 200 pages of advertising. EX.  $30.00

    #18121.  Popular Photography Directory/Buying Guide 1950  May, 1950; single issue of the magazine with giant directory; 248pp, paper, fully illustrated. Minuscule wear, still Excellent condition.  $20.00

    #19686.  Popular Photography Directory/Buying Guide 1951  May, 1951; single issue of the magazine with giant directory; 214pp, paper, fully illustrated. Minute wear, still EX.  $20.00

    #28516. (Fawcett Publications): (1952) Camera Directory  144pp, paper covers, fully illus. Fawcett Book #180. Includes complete directory of cameras and accessories, as well as extensive articles and images. Cover little worn, else EX and good reference.  $25.00

    #17974.  (Popular) Photography Directory/Buying Guide 1954  194pp, paper, fully illustrated. EX.  $20.00

    #25834.  PTN National Trade-In and Resale Prices, October 24, 1960  32pp, not illus; approx. 4x8". Complete guide to trade-in vaues of used photo equipment. Ah, for the good old days!. EX.  $5.00

    #19821.  Science and Mechanics Semi-Annual Buyer's Guide, 1965  1965 mid-year edition. 80pp, paper, large format, fully illus. Includes complete guides on films, lenses, projectors, accessories; all 120 reflex and 8mm cameras tested by Consumer's Research, Inc. EX.  $10.00

    #25843.  Photography Buyers' Guide, 1966 Edition  Science and Mechanics Magazine; 80pp, fully illus; 8-1/2x11". 37 new cameras tested; trade-in values; complete buying guide. Minor wear, still EX.  $15.00

    #25833.  PTN National Trade-In and Resale Prices, April 15, 1969  16pp, not illus; approx. 4x11". Complete guide to trade-in vaues of used photo equipment. Ah, for the good old days!. EX.  $5.00

    #25624.  Photo Dealer Official Blue Book-Trade in Allowances, September, 1969  30pp, not illus; approx. 4x11". Complete guide to trade-in vaues of used photo equipment. Ah, for the good old days!. EX.  $5.00

    #17976.  Popular Photography Directory/Buying Guide, 1969  160pp, paper, fully illus. Large format; EX.  $15.00

    #28180.  PTN Master Buying Guide and Directory, 1969-1970  540pp, fully illus., 8-1/2x11". EX reference to new products. Minute wear to cover, else EX.  $25.00

    #25832.  Photo Dealer Official Blue Book-Trade in Allowances, May, 1970  30pp, not illus; approx. 4x11". Complete guide to trade-in vaues of used photo equipment. Ah, for the good old days!. Cover worn, else EX.  $5.00

    #24846.  Popular Photography Directory/Buying Guide, 1970  168pp, paper, fully illus. Large format; EX.  $15.00

    #28178.  PTN Master Buying Guide and Directory, 1970-1971  492pp, fully illus., 8-1/2x11". EX reference to new products.  $25.00

    #28179.  PTN Master Buying Guide and Directory, 1971-1972  470pp, fully illus., 8-1/2x11". EX reference to new products. Separated at spine into two sectons; wear to spine. Complete and contents tight, EX.  $20.00

    #21923.  Consumer Guide Photographic Equipment Test Reports, 1972  386pp, paper, fully illus.; approx. 4x7". Complete buying guide, test reports, and pricing information. Good reference, not often seen in this format. EX.  $15.00

    #25849.  Consumer Guide '73 Photographic Equipment Test Reports Quarterly  Skokie, Ill: Winter, 1973. 114pp, paper, 8-1/2x11"; fully illus. EX, scarce.  $15.00

    #5230.  Consumer Guide '73 Photographic Equipment Test Reports  Skokie, Ill: 1973. 146pp, paper, large format; fully illus. EX, scarce.  $15.00

    #25847.  PTN Master Buying Guide and Directory, 1973-1974  550pp, fully illus., 8-1/2x11". EX reference to new products.  $20.00

    #25900.  Consumer Guide Buying Guide to Photographic Equipment, 1974  386pp, paper, illus. Test reports on leading equipment, comparison, etc. EX.  $15.00

    #19774.  Modern Photography 1974 Camera Report  December, 1973. 1974 Camera Report has 47 top models described, tested and analyzed. 216pp; spine taped, still EX.  $15.00

    #17916.  Petersen's Photographic Buyer's Guide, 1974  192pp, hc, 8-1/2x11", fully illus. Complete buyer's guide to cameras, lenses, accessories. Specs, prices, etc. Contents EX; most pages separated from spine.  $18.00

    #25851.  Consumer Guide '75 Photographic Equipment Test Reports Quarterly  Skokie, Ill: Fall, 1975. 96pp, paper, 8-1/2x11"; fully illus. EX, scarce.  $15.00

    #25850.  Consumer Guide '75 Photographic Equipment Test Reports Quarterly  Skokie, Ill: Winter, 1975. 96pp, paper, 8-1/2x11"; fully illus. EX, scarce.  $15.00

    #19773.  Modern Photography 1975 Camera Report  December, 1974. 1975 Camera Report has 47 top models described, tested and analyzed. 224pp; cover worn; spine retaped. Contents tight and EX. Fine reference.  $15.00

    #24896.  PTN Master Buying Guide and Directory, 1975  504pp, fully illus., 8-1/2x11". EX reference to new products.  $20.00

    #25901.  Buyer's Guide Reports Photo Equipment, Summer, 1976  192pp, paper, fully illus. New product information, evaluations, prices, etc. EX.  $15.00

    #25848.  PTN Master Buying Guide and Directory, 1976  510pp, fully illus., 8-1/2x11". EX reference to new products.  $20.00

    #25839.  Modern Photography 1977 Camera Report  December, 1976. 1977 Camera Report has 54 top models described, tested and analyzed. 252pp; cover missing; contents tight and EX.  $12.00

    #23768.  PTN Master Buying Guide Mid-1977  90pp, fully illus., 8-1/2x11". EX reference to new products.  $20.00

    #24977.  PTN Master Buying Guide and Directory, 1977  558pp, fully illus, 8-1/2x11". EX reference to new products. Minute wear to cover, else EX.  $20.00

    #19770.  Modern Photography Camera Report, 1978  December, 1977. 1978 Camera Report has 52 top models described, tested and analyzed. 246pp; EX.  $15.00

    #24970.  PTN Master Buying Guide and Directory, 1978  554pp, fully illus, 8-1/2x11". EX reference to new products. Piece torn off cover, else EX.  $20.00

    #24973.  PTN Master Buying Guide and Directory, 1979  490pp, fully illus, 8-1/2x11". EX reference to new products.  $25.00

    #19768.  Modern Photography Camera Report, 1980  December, 1979. 1980 Camera Report has 47 top models described, tested and analyzed. 210pp; EX.  $15.00

    #23775.  1980 Photographic Trade News (PTN) Master Buying Guide  542pp, paper, fully illus. Complete buying guide to photographic products; cameras, lenses, accessories, darkroom projectors, etc., etc. Superb reference. EX.  $20.00

    #19767.  Modern Photography Camera Report, 1981  December, 1980. 1981 Camera Report has 47 top models described, tested and analyzed. 216pp; EX.  $15.00

    #24972.  PTN Master Buying Guide and Directory, 1981  442pp, fully illus, 8-1/2x11". EX reference to new products. Cover shows little wear, else EX.  $20.00

    #24971.  PTN Master Buying Guide and Directory, 1982  450pp, fully illus, 8-1/2x11". EX reference to new products. Cover shows little wear, else EX.  $20.00

    #17528.  Modern Photography Camera Report, 1983  December, 1982. 1983 Camera Report has 46 top models described, tested and analyzed. 216pp; EX.  $15.00

    #25846.  PTN Master Buying Guide and Directory, 1983  480pp, fully illus, 8-1/2x11". EX reference to new products. EX.  $20.00

    #5924.  Modern Photography Camera Report, 1984  December, 1983. 1984 Camera Report has 48 top models described, tested and analyzed. 184pp; EX.  $15.00

    #25841.  Photomethods Focus: 1984 Annual Buyers Guide  118pp, fully illus, 8-1/2x11". EX reference to new products.  $15.00

    #24969.  PTN Master Buying Guide and Directory, 1984  460pp, fully illus, 8-1/2x11". EX reference to new products.  $20.00

    #19763.  Modern Photography Top Cameras for 1985  December, 1984. 1985 Camera Report has 48 top models described, tested and analyzed. 178pp; EX.  $15.00

    #24810.  1985 Photographic Trade News (PTN) Master Buying Guide  542pp, paper, fully illus. Complete buying guide to photographic products; cameras, lenses, accessories, darkroom projectors, etc., etc. Superb reference. Minute wear.  $20.00

    #19762.  Modern Photography Top Cameras for 1986  December, 1985. 1986 Camera Report has 48 top models described, tested and analyzed. 160pp; EX.  $15.00

    #24976.  1986 Photographic Trade News (PTN) Master Buying Guide  456pp, paper, fully illus. Complete buying guide to photographic products; cameras, lenses, accessories, darkroom projectors, etc., etc. Superb reference. Minute wear.  $20.00

    #24811.  1987 Photographic Trade News (PTN) Master Buying Guide  224pp, paper, fully illus. Complete buying guide to photographic products; cameras, lenses, accessories, darkroom projectors, etc., etc. Superb reference. Minute wear.  $20.00

    #24975.  1988 Photographic Trade News (PTN) Master Buying Guide  398pp, paper, fully illus. Complete buying guide to photographic products; cameras, lenses, accessories, darkroom projectors, etc., etc. Superb reference. Minute wear, still EX.  $20.00

    #19760.  Modern Photography Top Cameras for 1989  December, 1988. 1989 Camera Report has top models described, tested and analyzed. 134pp; EX.  $10.00

    #19752.  Popular Photography 1989 Directory Issue  December, 1988. 166pp, fully illus. Giant directory compares all 35mm autofocus SLR cameras. EX.  $10.00

    #19759.  Popular Photography 1990 Directory Issue  December, 1989. 202pp, fully illus. 40 top cameras for 1990 described and analyzed; how to check your camera, etc. EX.  $10.00

    #19758.  Popular Photography 1991 Directory Issue  December, 1990. 208pp, fully illus. 37 top cameras for 1991 described and analyzed. EX.  $10.00

    #19756.  Petersen's Photographic 1992 Directory Issue  December, 1991. 166pp, fully illus. Ultimate camea buyer's guide; how to buy a new camera; new AF SLRs. EX.  $10.00

    #19757.  Popular Photography 1992 Directory Issue  December, 1991. 208pp, fully illus. 35 top cameras for 1992 described and analyzed; checking out a new camera, etc. EX.  $10.00

    #19754.  Petersen's PhotoGraphic 1993 Directory Issue  December, 1992. 174pp, fully illus. Giant 35mm camera buyer's guide. EX.  $10.00

    #19755.  Popular Photography 1993 Directory Issue  December, 1992. 212pp, fully illus. Giant directory issue; 40 top cameras for 1993 described and analyzed. EX.  $10.00

    #19753.  Popular Photography 1993 Directory Issue  May, 1993. 168pp, fully illus. Giant directory compares 25 SLR and 79 point & shoot autofocus cameras. EX.  $10.00

    #19750.  Petersen PhotoGraphic 1994 Camera Buyer's Guide  December, 1993. 162pp, fully illus. 60 top camera models compared. EX.  $10.00

    #19749.  Popular Photography 1994 Directory Issue  December, 1993. 224pp, fully illus. 108 35mm cameras compared; 40 top cameras for 1994 star rated. EX.  $10.00

    #20959.  Popular Photography Photo Buying Guide, 1995-1996  220pp, large format, fully illus. Camera reports, lens tests, as well as full buying guide. EX.  $10.00

    #19747.  Popular Photography 1996 Directory Issue  December, 1995. 228pp, fully illus. 131 SLR and compact cameras compared; 41 cameras Star Rated. EX.  $10.00

    #25356.  Petersen's PhotoGraphic 1998 Buyer's Guide  Single issue, December, 1997; 186pp, fully illus. Includes complete guide to over 100 35mm SLR's zoom compact and APS cameras. Spine worn, contents EX and tight.  $10.00

    #19751.  Popular Photography 1998 Directory Issue  December, 1997. 284pp, fully illus. 50 cameras rated; 24 best new digital cameras compared. EX.  $8.00

    #25354.  Petersen's PhotoGraphic 1999 Buyer's Guide  Single issue, November, 1998; 170pp, fully illus. Includes complete guide to over 100 35mm SLR's zoom compact and APS cameras. Spine worn, contents EX and tight.  $10.00

    #24363.  Popular Photography 1999 Directory Issue  December, 1998. 284pp, fully illus. 56 cameras rated; 22 top digital cameras compared. EX.  $10.00

    #24374.  Petersen's PhotoGraphic 2000 Buyer's Guide  Single issue, November, 1999; 170pp, fully illus. Includes complete guide to over 100 35mm SLR's zoom compact and APS cameras. EX.  $10.00

    #24383.  Popular Photography 2000 Buying Guide  Single issue, December, 1999. 316pp; includes comparison of 18 new digital cameas; 56 top cameras compared and rated; etc. EX.  $10.00

    #25429.  International Photos 6  Munich, Germany: 1971. 200pp, hc, 8-1/2x11", profusely illustrated. Approx. 100 plates, representative of quality photography around the world. Accompanying text in German, English, French and Spanish. Beatiful; EX.  $25.00

    #25430.  International Photos 7  Munich, Germany: 1974. 206pp, hc, 8-1/2x11", profusely illustrated. Approx. 100 plates, representative of quality photography around the world. Accompanying text in German, English, French and Spanish. Beatiful; EX.  $25.00

    #5237.  Popular Photography Invitation to Photography, 1973  112pp, paper, large format, fully illus. EX.  $6.00

    #32088.  Modern Photography Annual 1970  New York: 1970. 178pp, paper covers, 8-1/2x11". Excellent condition.  $10.00

    #2122.  Modern Photography Annual 1974  New York: 1974. 176pp, paper, 8-1/2x11", fully illustrated. EX.  $10.00

    #5184.  Modern '67 Photo Almanac  Modern Photography, New York, 1967. 130pp, paper, illus.; approx. 6-1/2x9-1/2". Condensed information on every conceivable photo subject, including small camera comparison guide, etc. EX.  $6.00

    #7716.  Modern '69 Photo Almanac  Modern Photography, New York, 1969. 130pp, paper, illus.; approx. 6-1/2x9-1/2". Condensed information on every conceivable photo subject, including small camera comparison guide, etc. EX.  $6.00

    #5207.  Modern Photo Almanac, 1971  Modern Photography, New York, 1971. 132pp, paper, large format, illus. Condensed information on every conceivable photo subject, including small camera comparison guide, etc. EX.  $6.00

    #5233.  Modern Photo Almanac, 1973  Modern Photography, New York, 1973. 132pp, paper, large format, illus. Condensed information on every conceivable photo subject, including small camera comparison guide, etc. EX.  $6.00

    #32071.  Modern Photo '80 Information Almanac  Modern Photography, New York, 1980. 128pp, paper, 8-1/2x11", illus. Condensed information on every conceivable photo subject. EX, valuable source.  $8.00

    #23025.  Modern Photo '84 Information Almanac  Modern Photography, New York, 1984. 128pp, paper, large format, illus. Condensed information on every conceivable photo subject. EX, valuable source.  $8.00

    #9148.  Photography Annual, 1953  Popular Photography. 282pp, hc, illus. Little worn, still EX.  $10.00

    #5253.  Photography Annual, 1955  Popular Photography. A selection of the world's greatest photographs. 250pp, paper, fully illus.; large format. EX.  $8.00

    #5252.  Photography Annual, 1956  Popular Photography. 250pp, paper, fully illus.; large format. EX.  $8.00

    #5260.  Photography Annual, 1961  Popular Photography. 224pp, paper, fully illus.; large format. EX.  $8.00

    #5261.  Photography Annual, 1962  Popular Photography. 224pp, paper, fully illus.; large format. EX.  $8.00

    #19697.  Photography Annual, 1962  Popular Photography. 224pp, hc, fully illus.; large format. EX, with worn d/j.  $10.00

    #5262.  Photography Annual, 1963  Popular Photography. 208pp, paper, fully illus.; large format. EX.  $8.00

    #17837.  Photography Annual, 1966  Popular Photography. 208pp, paper, fully illus.; large format. Cover soiled; contents tight and EX.  $6.00

    #5266.  Photography Annual, 1967  Popular Photography. 208pp, paper, fully illus.; large format. EX.  $8.00

    #5272.  Photography Annual, 1976  Popular Photography. 184pp, paper, fully illus.; large format. EX.  $8.00

    #2102.  Photography Annual 1978  Popular Photography; 184pp, paper, large format, fully illustrated. Minute wear, still EX.  $10.00

    #8444.  Photography Annual, 1979  Popular Photography. 168pp, paper, fully illus.; large format. EX.  $8.00

    #17833.  Photography Annual, 1982  Popular Photography. 160pp, paper, fully illus.; large format. Minuscule wear, still EX.  $8.00

    #28692.  The Best of Photojournalism, 5 (1979)  "People, Places and Events of 1979". National Press Photographers Assn, UMo School of Journalism. Columbia: 1980. 254pp, 9-1/2x12", fully illustrated. EX, with d/j. Great memories.  $30.00

    #32199. (Royal Photographic Society) The Year's Photography 1951-1952  London: "a record of the 96th Annual Exhibition". 110 plates, text and advertising pages. Paper covers; Excellent condition.  $20.00

    #24150. (Royal Photographic Society) The Year's Photography 1952-1953  London: "a record of the 97th Annual Exhibition". 115 plates, 12 pages text, 16pp advertising; hc. EX, with slightly worn d/j.  $20.00

    #32200. (Royal Photographic Society) The Year's Photography 1953-1954  London: from various Centenary Exhibitions. 93 plates, 12 pages text, 16pp advertising; paper covers. Excellent condition throughout.  $20.00

    #24151. (Royal Photographic Society) The Year's Photography 1953-1954  London: from various Centenary Exhibitions. 93 plates, 12 pages text, 16pp advertising; hc. Couple loose pages, else EX, with d/j.  $20.00

    #32197. (Royal Photographic Society) The Year's Photography 1955  London: from various Socity Exhibitions. 82 plates, 12 pages text, 16pp advertising; hc. Paper covers; Excellent condition.  $20.00

    #28334.  SLR Yearbook 1970  London: 254pp, hc, fully illus. Magnificent plates and extensive camera descriptions and valuable 35mm techniques, references. 156pp of plates; 36pp devoted to detailed reports on the major single lens reflex cameras; balance devoted to lenses, techniques, etc. EX.  $35.00

    #19961.  Universal Photo Almanac, 1945  250pp, 6x9", illus. Includes market guide, forumlary, articles. Minute wear to spine, else EX, fine reference.  $15.00

    #19784.  U.S. Camera Annual, 1950  New York: 1950. 400pp, hc, fully illus. EX, no dust jacket.  $20.00

    #15400. Maloney, Tom, ed. U.S. Camera Annual, 1962  New York: 216pp, hc, illus.; EX, with d/j.  $18.00

    #19787. Maloney, Tom, ed., U.S. Camera International Pictures, 1963  New York: 208pp, paper, illus. EX, with d/j.  $18.00

    #1492.  U.S. Camera International Pictures, 1964  New York: 1964. 208pp, paper, illus. EX.  $12.00

    #17797. Maloney, Tom, ed., U.S. Camera 1969 World Annual  New York: 208pp, paper, illus. Minuscule wear, else Excellent condition.  $12.00

    #2097.  U.S. Camera Annual 1971  New York: 1971; 186pp, paper, illus. EX.  $10.00

    #25905.  Year-Book of Photography and Amateur's Guide, 1907-1908  London. Published by the Photographic News. 614pp, including approx. 180pp ads. Hardcover; few pages loose. Competitor to the British Journal Photographic Almanac. Superb reference.  $95.00

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    Literature: Catalogs

    #4122. Original Catalog: Books on Photography and Allied Subjects, Winter, 1936-1937  American Photographic Publishing Co., Boston, 1936. 40pp, not illus. Complete listing of photographic books; detailed information. Nice reference. EX.  $12.00

    #18922. Catalog Reprint: E. & H.T. Anthony Co., 1891  Fascimile reprint of this fully illustrated 132-page catalog from the oldest photographic stock house in the country in continuous operation. Reprinted in the early 1970's by Morgan & Morgan. Valuable source for a wide variety of photo equipment available at the time. Cover shows a little wear, else EX.  $20.00

    #18091. Original Photographic Auction Catalog: Photographs and Photographic Literature, April, 1971  Parke-Bernet Galleries, New York. 86pp, paper, fully illus. Valuable source and reference. EX.  $25.00

    #18092. Original Photographic Auction Catalog: Photographs and Photographic Literature, February, 1972  Parke-Bernet Galleries, New York. 46pp, paper, fully illus. Valuable source and reference. EX.  $25.00

    #18075. Original Photographic Auction Catalog: Victorian Photographs and Photographica, July, 1972  Christie's, London. 24pp, paper, illus.; with prices realized list. EX.  $15.00

    #18077. Original Photographic Auction Catalog: A 19th and 20th Century Collector's Sale, August, 1972  Sotheby's Belgravia, London. 64pp, paper, illus.; EX, superb reference.  $20.00

    #18070. Original Photographic Auction Catalog: Victorian Photographs and PHotographica, December, 1972  Christie's, London. 48pp, paper, illus.; with prices realized list. EX.  $15.00

    #18076. Original Photographic Auction Catalog: Early Photographic Images and Related Material, December, 1973  Sotheby's Belgravia, London. 72pp, paper, illus.; with prices realized list. EX, valuable source.  $20.00

    #18069. Original Photographic Auction Catalog: Victorian Cameras, Photographs and PHotographica, January, 1974  Christie's, London. 48pp, paper, illus.; with prices realized list. EX.  $15.00

    #18085. Original Photographic Auction Catalog: Important 19th and 20th Century Photographs, September, 1975  Sotheby Parke Bernet, New York. 108pp, paper, fully illus. With prices realized list. EX, good reference.  $20.00

    #18082. Original Photographic Auction Catalog: Important 19th and 20th Century Photographs, November, 1976  Sotheby Parke Bernet, New York. 96pp, paper, fully illus. With prices realized list. EX.  $20.00

    #18081. Original Photographic Auction Catalog: Thomas Eakins Photographs, November, 1977  Sotheby Parke Bernet, New York. 36pp, paper, fully illus. With prices realized list. EX.  $20.00

    #18083. Original Photographic Auction Catalog: 19th and 20th Century Prints and Photographs, February, 1978  Sotheby Parke Bernet, Los Angeles. 172pp, paper, fully illus. Valuable reference. EX.  $20.00

    #18072. Original Photographic Auction Catalog: 19th & 20th Century Photographic Equipment..., October, 1980  Christie's, New York. 72pp, paper, illus.; EX.  $20.00

    #18071. Original Photographic Auction Catalog: Photographic Literature, Equipment, Stereographic Views, March, 1981  Christie's, New York. 88pp, paper, illus.; EX.  $20.00

    #18080. Original Photographic Auction Catalog: Books, Prints and Photographica, February, 1983  Skinner Galleries, Bolton, Mass. 36pp, paper, illus. With prices realized list. Some pen, pencil notes and prices. EX reference.  $15.00

    #18087. Original Photographic Auction Catalog: Antique and Collectible Cameras..., April, 1985  The Dr. James P. Hopkins Collection; Skinner Galleries, Bolton, Mass. 80pp, paper, fully illus. With prices realized list. Valuable source on a wide range of photographica. EX.  $25.00

    #18088. Original Photographic Auction Catalog: An Auction of Photographica, October, 1985  Skinner Galleries, Bolton, Mass. 80pp, paper, fully illus. Valuable source. EX.  $20.00

    #26219. Original Photographic Auction Catalog: Leica Cameras * Cameras, Photographs and Related Materials, July, 1988  Christie's, South Kensington. 54pp, paper covers, fully illus.; approx. 8x10". Superb illustrations, good reference notes. Couple penned notes, else EX.  $15.00

    #31056. Original Photographic Auction Catalog: Leica/Zeiss Cameras, Cameras, Photo Equipment, April, 1989  Christie's, South Kensington. 46pp, paper covers, fully illus.; approx. 8x8". Superb illustrations, good reference notes. Couple penned notes, else EX.  $20.00

    #31057. Original Photographic Auction Catalog: Leica Cameras/ Cameras, Photographs, Related Equipment, July, 1989  Christie's, South Kensington. 80pp, paper covers, fully illus.; approx. 8x8". Superb illustrations, good reference notes. Couple penned notes, else EX.  $20.00

    #22553. Original Photographic Auction Catalog: Cameras and Optical Toys, March, 1991  Christie's of South Kensington (England). 40pp, paper, fully illus. Valuable source. EX.  $15.00

    #24503. Original Photographic Auction Catalog: Leica Cameras, Cameras, Optical Toys, November, 1996  Christie's of South Kensington (England). 126pp, paper, fully illus. Valuable source. EX. Expansive collection of Leica cameras, lenses, accessories.  $15.00

    #26127. Original Photographic Auction Catalog: Cameras and Viewing Devices, December, 1999  Swann Galleries, New York. 60pp, paper, fully illus. Valuable source. EX. Expansive collection of antique as well as cotemporary collectible equipment.  $15.00

    #28222. Original Catalog: A.C. Becken Co. Camera Catalog, 1908-1909  "Cameras, Photographic Apparatus and Supplies. Stereopticons and Accessories." This is a Burke & James catalog, prepared for an independent dealer. 280pp, paper covers, fully illustrated. Fascinating look at equipment of the day. Valuable reference source. EX, scarce.  $125.00

    #28102. Original Catalog: Bloom's Camera Center 1948 Deluxe Catalog  (Springfield, Mass). 112pp, fully illus.; approx. 5-1/2x8-1/2". Very thorough catalog of company's cameras and accessories for sale. Includes cameras, lenses, accessories, films, etc. Illustrations aren't great, but super source. EX.  $25.00

    #19156. Original Catalog: Brody One-Minute Ferrotype Cameras, c. 1931  (Chicago, Ill.). 12pp, fully illus. Catalog #26. Includes several models of the Brody tintype cameras, including the cylindrical metal models; lenses, accessories. Also includes inserted price list/order form for supplies. EX, and quite scarce.  $95.00

    #26019. Original Price List: Camera Specialty Co., c. 1957  4pp, 8-1/2x11", illus. This importer in Bronxville, N.Y., had the Edixa line, including the stereo camera; Zeiss Tenax, Welti cameras; Belfoca, Steinheil lenses, and some other interesting equipment. Desriptions, prices; nice reference.  $15.00

    #26020. Original Price List: Camera Specialty Co., June, 1958  4pp, 8-1/2x11", illus. This importer in Bronxville, N.Y., had Sankyo; Royal; Toyoca; Honor; as well as accessories. EX. Includes descriptions, prices. Good reference. EX.  $15.00

    #26021. Original Price List: Camera Specialty Co., February, 1959  4pp, 8-1/2x11", illus. This importer in Bronxville, N.Y., had Sankyo; Royal; Toyoca; Honor; Dollina; Weltax; Edixa; as well as accessories, etc. Descriptions, prices; EX reference.  $15.00

    #31316. Original Catalog: Cameras, Kodaks, Lenses and Photographic Accessories, 1921  Central Camera Co., Chicago. 128pp, paper, fully illustrated. Includes Kodaks, Ansco, Premo, EXPO, Ica, Graflex, Korona cameras; lenses, accessories, darkroom, etc. Minute wear, still EX and superb reference. Scarce.  $50.00

    #7733. Original Catalog: Central Camera Co. Special Bargains #23, 1923  Chicago, Ill., 1923. 32pp, paper, some illustrations. Cameras, lenses, etc. Good reference.  $18.00

    #17496. Original Catalog: Central's Inventory Clearance Sale, 1935  Central Camera Co., Vol. 87, #54. 32pp, large format, fully illus. Loaded with new and used cameras. Printed on newspaper-type stock, so, some aging. Still EX, fun reading and good reference.  $20.00

    #31979. Original Catalog: Central Camera Company Catalog, c. 1935  132pp, paper covers, fully illustrated; approximately 5x8". Leica, Zeiss, Kodak, Voigtlander, etc., etc. cameras; Keystone, Victor, Bell & Howell movie cameras, projectors; accessories, darkroom, chemicals, books, etc. Printed on cheap-o paper, so browning on edges; minuscule torn corner on cover. Still fine reference to the equipment of the day.  $40.00

    #8458. Original Catalog: Central Camera Co. Bargain Bulletin, 1938  32pp, illus; approx. 5x7-1/2". Good reference. EX.  $12.00

    #13695. Original Catalog: Central Camera Co. "Photographic Almanac", Spring, 1938  Complete catalog of all of Central's photographic offerings; cameras, lenses, accessories, etc., etc. 128pp, paper, fully illus. 6-1/2x9-1/2". Couple corners little rough, else EX. Valuable source.  $50.00

    #28101. Original Catalog: Central Camera Co. Fall and Winter Catalog, 1947-1948  96pp, fully illus.; approx. 5-1/2x8-1/2. Very thorough catalog of company's cameras and accessories for sale. Includes cameras, lenses, accessories, films, etc. Inserted order form. EX, scarce.  $30.00

    #10589. Original Catalog: Central Camera Co., 1967  32pp, 8-1/2x11", fully illus. Minute wear, still EX reference.  $25.00

    #10590. Original Catalog: Central Camera Co., c. 1968  40pp, 8-1/2x11", fully illus. Minute wear, still EX reference.  $25.00

    #19277. Original Catalog: A.M. Collins Photographic Mountings, 1916  Philadelphia; 64pp, illus.; approx. 5-1/2x8". Good reference for dating images by the style of mount or folder. EX.  $12.00

    #19276. Original Catalog: A.M. Collins Photographic Mountings, 1923  Philadelphia; 24pp, illus.; approx. 6x9-1/4". Good reference for dating images by the style of mount or folder. EX.  $12.00

    #19288. Original Catalog: Daydark Specialty Co. Photo Post Card Cameras, nd  (St. Louis, Mo.) 20pp, fully illus.; complete catalog of Daydark direct positive "street" cameras, including photo button cameras. Minuscule wear to cover, else EX and quite scarce.  $120.00

    #22457. Original Catalog: Eastman Kodak Stores, Cleveland, Ohio, c. 1967  200pp, large format, fully illus. Complete catalog of professional, commercial, and amateur equipment of all manufacturers. Cameras, lenses, meters, darkroom commercial, etc., etc. Superb reference. EX.  $15.00

    #14164. Original Catalog: Photographic Lenses and Korona Cameras, 1925  Gundlach-Manhattan Optical Co., Rochester. 52pp, fully illus; approx. 6x9". Minor soiling of covers; contents tight and EX. Scarce. Includes Gundlach, Turner-Reich lenses; full line of Korona cameras.  $75.00

    #19158. Original Catalog: J.L. Lewis Co., 1913  (New York, NY). 48pp, fully illus.; approx. 6x9". Includes books; Ernemann, Hall, National City cameras; lenses, accessories, paper, chemicals, etc. Lewis was a jobber and importer. Includes inserted price sheet for 1912-1913. EX.  $45.00

    #28317. Original Catalog: Andrew J. Lloyd & Co., Boston, Mass., 1900  "Lloyd's Photographic Encyclopedia." 384pp, paper covers, fully illus. Incredible reference, with cameras from Kodak to Adlake to Premo to Nodark; extensive offerings of lenses, accessories, darkroom supplies and chemicals. Plus extensive writings on various aspects of photorgaphy, and pages of darkroom formulas. Little shaken, still EX, scarc and valuable source. $145.00

    #19154. Reprint Catalog: Cameras and Photographic Supplies, Marshall Field & Co., c. 1900  (Chicago). 32pp, fully illus.; approx. 6x9". Includes Kodaks and Kodets, Western Camera, Wizards, accessories. Reprinted in 1972, limited edition. EX.  $15.00

    #25721. Original Catalog: MEDO Photo Supply Corp., 1957  New York: 160pp, fully illus; 8-1/2x11". Listed as their "Industrial Photographic Catalog". Includes cameras, projectors, darkroom, accessories, etc., etc. Few ink marks on cover, else EX. Valuable reference.  $20.00

    #23193. Original Catalog: George Murphy, Inc., New Goods Supplement to Catalog #134, 1934  48pp, paper, fully illustrated. Approximately 6x9-inch format. Catalog from a major New York City dealer of the time; cameras, lenses, accessories, darkroom, etc., etc. Fine reference.  $20.00

    #31141. Original Catalog: Norman-Willets (Chicago) Camera Log, 1939  114pp, fully illus; 6x9". Complete catalog of cameras, lenses, accessories, etc. Company carried everything from Kodak Ektra to Agfa to Zeiss; a variety of movie equipment, meters, etc., etc. Minute wear to cover; good reference.  $20.00

    #26055. Original Catalog: Norman-Willets (Chicago) Camera Log, 1941  98pp, fully illus; 6x9". Complete catalog of cameras, lenses, accessories, etc. Company carried everything from Kodak Ektra to Agfa to Zeiss; a variety of movie equipment, meters, etc., etc. Minute wear to cover; good reference.  $20.00

    #32073. Original Catalog: Peerless Camera Stores, 1953  New York; 88pp, illustrated. Fine reference. EX condition.  $20.00

    #90013. Catalog Reprint: 1886 J.W. Queen Co. Catalog  Fascimile reprint of the original. 136pp, paper covers, fully illustrated. View cameras, lenses, accessories; Photo Revolver, Binocular camera. Fascinating look at the equipment of the time. From a major Philadelphia, Pa., stock house.  $15.00

    #6896. Original Catalog: Robey-French High Grade Backgrounds for the Photographer, 1908  Boston: 1908. 24pp, large format, fully illus. Couple corners little chewed, else EX. Scarce.  $30.00

    #3762. Original Catalog: Salem Camera Co. 1968 Industrial Photographic Catalog  Columbus, Ohio, 1968. Approx. 180pp, paper; fully illus. Good reference for cameras, lenses, accessories of the period.  $8.00

    #14266. Catalog Reprint: Stirn & Lyon, New York, c. 1888  24pp, fully illus.; approx. 4-1/2x6-1/2". Includes Stirn's Concealed Vest Camera, Panoramic Camera, etc. Nice little booklet, reprinted back in 1973. EX.  $20.00

    #19874. Original Catalog: A.T. Thompson Optical Projection Apparatus, c. 1900  "Optical Lanterns, Stereopticons and Accessories, Acetylene Hass Apparatus, Ninety-Degree Electric Lamps for Optical Projection, Projecting Microscopes, Polariscopes and Spectroscopes." 64pp, paper, fully illus. Scarce early catalog of projection apparatus and accessories. Minute staining on cover, else EX. Valuable source.  $145.00

    #25538. Original Catalog: Wall Street Camera Exchange, Winter, 1979-1980  210pp, paper covers, fully illus.; approx. 5x7-1/2". Good reference to a wide variety of camera equipment. Minute wear, still EX.  $12.00

    #25537. Original Catalog: Wall Street Camera Exchange, Autumn-Winter, 1980-1981  224pp, paper covers, fully illus.; approx. 5x7-1/2". Good reference to a wide variety of camera equipment. Minute wear, still EX.  $12.00

    #25536. Original Catalog: Wall Street Camera Exchange, Autumn-Winter, 1983-1984  304pp, paper covers, fully illus.; approx. 5x7-1/2". Good reference to a wide variety of camera equipment. Minute wear, still EX.  $12.00

    #24271. Original Catalog: Wall Street Camera Exchange, 1984-1985  240pp, paper covers, fully illus.; approx. 5x7-1/2". Good reference to a wide variety of camera equipment. Minute wear, still EX.  $12.00

    #25609. Original Catalog: Westlake Camera Exchange Photographic Buying Guide, 1949  Los Angeles: 28pp, fully illus.; 5-1/2x8-1/2". Leads off with the Bell & Howell Foton; other cameras, lenses, accessories, etc. Nice reference; EX.  $18.00

    #7728. Original Catalog: Willoughby, New York, Lighting Equipment, nd  12pp, paper, illus. Undated; includes lighting equipment for still and cine, c. 1940's. Kodaflector, Norwil, Fotolite, etc. EX, good reference.  $8.00

    #25815. Original Catalog: Willoughby's Bargain List #121, c. 1911  18pp,, couple illus.; approx. 6x9". Good reference for prices, equipment that was available both used at new at the time. EX.  $15.00

    #25814. Original Catalog: Willoughby's Money Saving Bargain List #122, c. 1912  16pp,, couple illus.; approx. 6x9". Good reference for prices, equipment that was available both used at new at the time. EX.  $15.00

    #7732. Original Catalog: Willoughby's Bargain List #338  c. 1938. 28pp, paper, some illustrations. Extensive listing of cameras, lenses, etc. Shows original list price, and Willoughby's used prices. EX.  $12.00

    #13780. Original Catalog: Willoughby's Bargain List #639  c. 1939. 32pp, paper, some illustrations. Extensive listing of cameras, lenses, etc. Shows original list price, and Willoughby's used prices. EX.  $12.00

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    General Books, Alphabetically By Author

    #24892. (Popular Photography) Photography How-To Guide, Fall, 1979  122pp, paper covers; fully illus. Includes articles on making color prints at home; composition; night photography; and the panoramic 35mm camera. EX.  $15.00

    #9867. Adams, W.I. Lincoln,  Amateur Photography, a Practical Guide, 1893  New York: 1893. 90pp+ads, hc; EX.  $65.00

    #9868. Adams, W.I. Lincoln, ed.,  The Photographic Instructor, 1890  New York: Scovill, 1890. 2nd edition. 216pp+ads, hc, illus. EX, scarce.  $125.00

    #8412. Adams, W.I. Lincoln, ed.,  Sunlight and Shadow, 1897  New York: 1897; 2nd ed. A Book for Photographers, Amateur and Profession, illus. by Original Photographs from Nature. 142pp, hc, illus. Classic volume, quite scarce. EX, with gilded page edges.  $125.00

    #20004. Alexander, William. Modern Photography with Modern Miniature Cameras, 1937  Boston: 132pp, hc, illus. Interesting look at using the miniature (35mm) cameras becoming popular at the time. Includes chemical and optical concerns as well as using the cameras in a variety of techniques. EX.  $12.00

    #18533.  American Hand-Book of Photography, 1904  "For Amateur and Professional Use." Chicago: 138pp, paper covers, illus. A good general guide to the state of photorgaphy at the turn of the century; the processes, equipment and accessories. Cheap paper, mass market kind of book. Minor wear; contents still tight and EX.  $20.00

    #28318. Baldwin, T. Stith Picture Making for Pleasure and Profit, 1903  Chicago: 284pp, hc, illustrated. "A Complete Illustrated Hand-Book on the Modern Practices of Photography in all Its Various Branches." Little shaken, still great reading and good source.  $15.00

    #15186. (Boy Scouts of America) Photography Merit Badge Series, 1937  36pp, fully illus.; approx. 5-1/2x8". Official BSA publication for obtaining Merit Badge in phtography. EX.  $15.00

    #15187. (Boy Scouts of America) Photography Merit Badge Series, 1946  42pp, fully illus.; approx. 5-1/2x8". Official BSA publication for obtaining Merit Badge in phtography. EX.  $15.00

    #15188. (Boy Scouts of America) Photography Merit Badge Series, 1953  42pp, fully illus.; approx. 5-1/2x8". Official BSA publication for obtaining Merit Badge in phtography. EX.  $15.00

    #15226. (Boy Scouts of America) Photography Merit Badge Series, 1964  88pp, fully illus.; approx. 5-1/2x8". Official BSA publication for obtaining Merit Badge in phtography. Litle worn, contents still EX.  $15.00

    #15189. (Boy Scouts of America) Photography Merit Badge Series, 1971  64pp, fully illus.; approx. 5-1/2x8". Official BSA publication for obtaining Merit Badge in phtography. EX.  $15.00

    #3634. Caffin, Charles H.,  Photography as a Fine Art, 1901  New York: 1901. The Achievements and Possibilities of Photographic Art in America. 192pp, hc, fully illus. Spine weak, few pages almost loose; cover shows minor rubbing. Classic text on fine art photography at the turn of the century; scarce.  $55.00

    #28845. Calder, Julian, and John Garrett, The New 35mm Photographer's Handbook, 1986  2nd revised edition. 240pp, stiff wraps, fully illus. Complete guide to a wide variety of types of photography, as well as complete sections on selection of equipment. Valuable guide. Minor wear, still EX.  $10.00

    #12356. (Foto-Mangold), A Camera From Germany, c. 1952  96pp, paper, fully illus.; approx. 6x4". Super little book for travelers, showing and describing top German cameras of the day. Includes plate, 35mm, cine, stereo, etc., etc. In English and French.  $20.00

    #21468. Carroll, Don and Marie, Focus on Special Effects, 1982  "Creating Pictures that Exist Only in Your Mind". 184pp, large format, hc, fully illus. Magnificent volume, with extensive techniques explained for creating incredible images. EX+, with d/j.  $25.00

    #26429. Clauss, Hans, and Heinz Meusel, Filter Practice, 1964  Focal Press: 176pp, hc, fully illus. Detailed treatise on filters, light transmission, etc. Quite technical and scientific. This is serious. EX.  $15.00

    #22502. Clute, Fayette J., The ABC of Photography, 1909  Burke & James: 88pp + ads, paper covers. Discusses the whole process of the time; including cameras, lenses, accessories, film and plates, developing, printing, etc. Fascinating. EX.  $35.00

    #31232. Cooper, Joseph D.,  Single Lens Reflex Photography, 1959  New York: 1959. 1st edition. 126pp, paper, illus. EX.  $10.00

    #5589. Cooper, Joseph D.,  Single Lens Reflex Photography, 1963  New York: 1963. 3rd edition, revised. 126pp, paper, illus. EX.  $8.00

    #24217. (New York Institute of Photography) Photographic Copying, c. 1958  Single book, 48pp, fully illustrated; 6x9". A good basic text on photographc copying, arranged as part of a home study course. EX, good reference.  $5.00

    #18033. (Eastman Kodak Co.), Copying, 1968  Kodak Data Book; 44pp, fully illus. Punched for Kodak binder. EX.  $5.00

    #25446. Deschin, Jacob, 35mm Photography, 1953  San Francisco: 1st edition, 1st printing. 192pp, hc, fullu illus. "Approaches and Techniques with the Miniature Camera." A valuable text, classic in its approach, at a time when 35mm photography was coming into prominence. EX.  $20.00

    #31926. Deschin, Jacob, New Ways in Photography, 1936  New York: 304pp, hc, illustrated. Marvelous view of the state of photography at the time. EX condition; name of former owner inscribed on flyleaf; with worn d/j.  $10.00

    #6651. Dolbear, Prof. A.E.,  The Art of Projecting, 1877  A Manual of Experimentation in Physics, Chemistry and Natural History with the Porte Lumiere and Magic Lantern. Boston: 1877. 160pp, hc, illus. EX, except for loose front paper.  $125.00

    #25230. (Eastman, George) University of Rochester Library Bulletin, Spring, 1971  170pp, paper covers, illus. Issue devoted to George Eastman; nearly a dozen different articles on the founder of Kodak. EX, good reference.  $10.00

    #23358. Emerson, Alice B., Ruth Fielding in Moving Pictures, 1916  New York: 208pp, hc. Children's novel, cute for the story line and the state of cine at the time. EX.  $15.00

    #25654. Everard, John, Photographs for the Papers, How to Take and Place Them, 1923  London: 98pp, hc, illus. A rather interesting and quaint look at breaking into news photography at the time, and from the English perspective. Litle worn, still EX.  $10.00

    #24113. Feininger, Andreas, The Creative Photographer, 1955/1959  New York: 2nd pntg. 330pp, hc, illus. EX, with d/j.  $8.00

    #28267.  Focal Encyclopedia of Photography, 1958  New York: first edition, third printing. 1298pp, hc, illustrated. Classic reference, full of information. Minute wear, generally EX.  $35.00

    #15398.  Focal Encyclopedia of Photography, 1965  A classic text; this is the revised and updated edition. Two volumes, hc, total of more than 1700pp, illus. EX condition, in original if worn slipcase. Valuable source and reference.  $55.00

    #20003. Fraprie, Frank R., and Robert H. Morris. Copying Technique, 1940  Boston: 128pp, hc, illus. Outdated, but many of the techniques are still valuable. EX, with worn d/j.  $15.00

    #16706. Fraprie, Frank R., Ed.,  Practical Photography #2/Beginners' Troubles, 1915  Boston: 1915. 74pp, inc. ads. Not illus. Approx. 5x7-inch format. EX.  $6.00

    #8442. Fraprie, Frank R., Ed.,  Practical Photography #8/Elements of Photography, 1919  Boston: 1919. 74pp, inc. ads. Not illus. Approx. 5x7-inch format. EX.  $6.00

    #28458. Gillies, John Wallace, Principles of Pictorial Photography, 1923  New York: 254pp, hc, fully illus. Used as a supplementary text in the New York Institute of Photography. Valuable treatise from a time contemporary with the flourishing of pictorial photography. EX, scarce.  $30.00

    #18443. Glover, Dr. B.T.J., The Photographic Rendering of Colour in Monochrome, 1927  NP Handbook: London. 84pp, paper covers. Nice look at state of the art at the time. EX.  $8.00

    #7370. Hedgecoe, John,  Advanced Photography, 1982  New York: 1982; 304pp, hc, illus. Mint, with d/j.  $20.00

    #9177. Hedgecoe, John,  The Book of Photography, 1976  How to See and Take Better Pictures. New York: A.A. Knopf. 256pp, large format, hc, fully illus. EX, with slightly worn d/j.  $15.00

    #17188. Hedgecoe, John,  The Book of Photography, 1979  How to See and Take Better Pictures. New York: A.A. Knopf. 256pp, large format, hc, fully illus. Minuscule wear; with d/j.  $15.00

    #17937. Hedgecoe, John, The Photographer's Handbook, 1978  "A complete reference manual of techniques, procedures, equipment and style." New York: 352pp, hc, fully illus. Valuable source, although dated, for any working photographer. EX, with d/j.  $15.00

    #21492. Hedgecoe, John, Photographer's Workbook, 1979/1985  "The #1 Guide to complete photography--equipment, film, darkroom techniques, lighting and much more--in an instantly ready-to-use format." 154pp, hc, fully illus. EX, with d/j.  $12.00

    #19144. Hibbert, L.J., A Manual of Photographic Technique, 1921  London: 124pp, hc, illus. Deals with the elementary procedures available at the time. Discusses cameras, lenses, exposure, darkroom, etc., etc. Quaint little volume. Ex-lib; spine littl weak, else EX.  $15.00

    #11751. Hope, Arthur, The Amateur Photographer's Hand Book, 1891  "A Manual of Instruction for the Amateur." Chicago: 180pp, hc, illus. EX, scarce.  $70.00

    #26403. Jacobs, Lou, Jr. Free-Lance Magazine Photography, 1965  New York: 160pp, hc, fully illus. Little worn, still VG.  $5.00

    #31220. Jacobs, Lou Jr., Instant Photography, 1976  New York: 128pp, hc, fully illustrated. Complete guide to photography with the instant cameras of the time; concentratng princpally on Polaroid, the leader. EX, with slightly worn d/j. Scarce.  $18.00

    #25939. Jonas, Paul, Improved 35mm Techniques, 1960  Verlan: New York. 124pp, paper, fully illus. Minute wear.  $10.00

    #2570. Langford, Michael,  The Master Guide to Photography, 1982  New York: 1982. 432pp, hc, fully illus. Mint, with d/j. Valuable source.  $25.00

    #24108. Langford, Michael J., The Step-by-Step Guide to Photography, 1978/1984  New York: 7th printing. 224pp, paper covers, fully illus. Valuable guide; basic techniques for a variety of photographic situations which are valid throughout time. EX.  $15.00

    #24452. Langford, Michael The Story of Photography, 1980  164pp, paper covers, fully illus. Focal Press: excellent survey of the history of photography, from the image perspective. EX.  $15.00

    #90074.  LETTERS TO A PHOTOGRAPHIC FRIEND, 1860 (Reprint)  An interesting look at the present and future of photography from an 1860 perspective, as Simon Headsman writes of his visits to the camera stores of London. Originally published as a series in the British Journal of Photography, this is an interesting reprint of this marvelous series of letters. 48pp, illustrated; approx. 5-1/2x8-1/2". This is "grassroots" photographic history at its best. $10.00

    #6569. Lewis, Steve, et. al.,  Photography, Source and Resource, 1973  Rochester: 1973. 214pp, paper. Valuable source book, even though somewhat out of date. EX.  $12.00

    #17750. Dobbs, W.E.  Beginner's Book of Photography, 1941  Little Technical Library: 160pp, hc, illus. EX.  $4.00

    #17891. Lambert, Harold, Child Photography, 1939  Little Technical Library: 96pp, hc, illus. EX, with d/j.  $4.00

    #17583. Shank, W. Bradford, Filters and Their Uses, 1939  Little Technical Library: 96pp, hc, illus. EX.  $4.00

    #17569. Fenner, Frank, Jr., compiler, A Glossary of Photography, 1939  Little Technical Library: 150pp, hc, illus. EX; cover slightly soiled.  $4.00

    #17753. Small, Fenwick G. Miniature Camera Technique, 1940  Little Technical Library: 118pp, hc, illus. Minute wear, still EX.  $4.00

    #17758. Grierson, Samuel, Outdoor Photography, 1940  Little Technical Library: 98pp, hc, illus. EX.  $4.00

    #17548.  Photographic Questions and Answers, 1941  Little Technical Library: Over 400 Questions Most Often Asked. 120pp, hc, illus. EX, with d/j. Little dusty on top edges of pages.  $4.00

    #17766.  Photographic Questions and Answers, 1941  Little Technical Library: Over 400 Questions Most Often Asked. 120pp, hc, illus. Minute wear, still EX.  $4.00

    #17770. Deschin, Jacob, Tabletop Photography, 1941  Little Technical Library: 96pp, hc, illus. EX.  $4.00

    #17572.  Tricks for Camera Owners, 1939  Little Technical Library: 150pp, hc, illus. EX; "Two hundred helpful aids for the amateur photographer reprinted from Popular Photography."  $4.00

    #12963. Mead, Margaret, and Ken Heyman, World Enough: Rethinking the Future, 1975  Boston: 1975. Words by Margaret Mead, photographs by Ken Heyman. 218pp, hc; EX, with d/j.  $15.00

    #22522. Tydings, Kenneth S.,  A Guide to Medical and Dental Photography, 1953  New York: Modern Camera Guide. 124pp, paper covers, fully illus. Comprehensive look at the techniques at the time for medical and dental photography; equipment, procedures, etc. Minuscule wear, still EX. Quaint.  $12.00

    #25937. Tydings, Kenneth S., A Guide to Medical and Dental Photography, 1953/1964  Modern Camera Guide: 6th printing, 1964. 124pp, paper, fully illus. EX.  $18.00

    #25644. Mees, C.E.K., The Fundamentals of Photography, 1921  Rochester: 120pp, hc, fully illus. EX.  $10.00

    #25612. Mees, C.E.K., The Fundamentals of Photography, 1935  Rochester: 124pp, hc, fully illus. EX.  $10.00

    #19702. Meehan, Joseph, Manual SLR's, 1994  Magic Lantern series. Includes Nikon FM2, Pentax K1000, Ricoh KR-5 Super II/III, Vivitar V4000. 160pp, paper, fully illus. EX.  $20.00

    #18426. Miller, Dr. Malcolm Dean, The Secret of Exposure, 1913  American Photography Handbook #2; Boston. A small book, 48pp, with some nice ads from the period. 4x5-1/2". Nice little reference. Minute wear.  $10.00

    #15378. Moore, Thomas W. Bodie: Ghost Town 1968  96pp, hc, profusely illus. Incredible photographic look at this California town, now a state park. EX+ condition, with minutely worn d/j.  $25.00

    #5130. Morgan, Willard D., and Henry M. Lester, eds.,  Miniature Camera Work, 1938  Emphasizing the entire field of photography with modern miniature cameras. New York: 1938. 304pp, hc. Includes extensive advertising; lot of Leica. A complete guidebook to working with miniature cameras at the time. Spine badly frayed; contents tight and EX.  $25.00

    #25691. Neblette, C.B., etc., Elementary Photography, 1937  New York: 254pp, hc, fully illus. "For Club and Home Use." A classic for its day; EX, with worn d/j.  $15.00

    #25262. Neblette, C.B.,  Photography Its Materials and Processes, 1952/1955  New York: 1955; 5th edition. 500pp, hc, illustrated. EX, and fine reference.  $25.00

    #16701. Needham, F.M.,  Complete Instructions in Photography, c. 1912  Sears Roebuck & Co. 110pp, paper, illustrated. EX, except covers loose. Cute.  $10.00

    #25680. (New York Institute of Photography) (Theory and Practice of Photorgaphy), Audio Tapes, nd  Whether or not these audio cassettes were designed to accompany written material, I don't know. This is a set of ten cassettes, in their original fitted library-style case. Covering a variety of topics, including use of camera; films; exposure; lighting; portraiture; color; etc., etc. I haven't listened to these, but they should be Excellent. EX+ condition. $15.00

    #24215. (New York Institute of Photography) Theory and Practice of Photorgaphy, A Complete Course, c. 1950's  Eight books, each approx. 48pp, fully illustrated; 6x9". A complete home study course on the basics of photography. Includes Making the Photograph, Emulsions, Filters, Lighting, Photographic Optics, Development, Printing and Enlarging. EX; old but still good reference.  $15.00

    #9184. Perry, Robin,  Photography for the Professionals, 1976  Waterford: 324pp, hc, illus. EX.  $10.00

    #25871.  Photographic Industries Magazine, 1972  Bound volume of twelve issues of this magazine, IN JAPANESE, for 1974; each issue approx. 120pp, fully illus. Judging from the illustrations, this is a somewhat technical publication on the most current photorgaphic equipment; lot of schematics, exploded views, etc. I can't even begin to understand it, but it would appear to be a superb reference. EX condition.  $50.00

    #25870.  Photographic Industries Magazine, 1973  Bound volume of twelve issues of this magazine, IN JAPANESE, for 1974; each issue approx. 120pp, fully illus. Judging from the illustrations, this is a somewhat technical publication on the most current photorgaphic equipment; lot of schematics, exploded views, etc. I can't even begin to understand it, but it would appear to be a superb reference. EX condition.  $50.00

    #25858.  Photographic Industries Magazine, 1974  Bound volume of twelve issues of this magazine, IN JAPANESE, for 1974; each issue approx. 120pp, fully illus. Judging from the illustrations, this is a somewhat technical publication on the most current photorgaphic equipment; lot of schematics, exploded views, etc. I can't even begin to understand it, but it would appear to be a superb reference. EX condition.  $50.00

    #25869.  Photographic Industries Magazine, 1975  Bound volume of twelve issues of this magazine, IN JAPANESE, for 1974; each issue approx. 120pp, fully illus. Judging from the illustrations, this is a somewhat technical publication on the most current photorgaphic equipment; lot of schematics, exploded views, etc. I can't even begin to understand it, but it would appear to be a superb reference. EX condition.  $50.00

    #10643. (Eastman Kodak Co.),  Photography: An Outline Course for Instructors, 1926  36pp; approx. 5-1/2x8-1/2". Fascinating. EX.  $12.00

    #25590.  Popular Mechanics Photo Guide, 1942  "Making Better Pictures, Tricks, Gadgets, Color Photography..." 188pp, fully illus. A great look at neat things you could make in photography in the 1940's. Some of these ideas are just as valuable today. EX, scarce.  $20.00

    #25617.  Popular Mechanics Photo Handbook, 1948  160pp, fully illus. A great look at better photos, better prints and better equipment at this time period. EX.  $15.00

    #14029. Pringle, Andrew, Practical Photo-Micrography: By the Latest Methods, 1890  New York: 184pp+index+ads; hc, fully illus. Valuable book on the subject, and quite scarce. EX condition.  $140.00

    #28595. Egeler, C.E., and E. Farnum, Picture Projection with Mazda Lamps, 1929  Bulletin from the National Lamp Works of General Electric Co. 56pp, paper covers, illus., 6x9". Fascinating look at film and slide projection at this time period. EX, scarce.  $35.00

    #8484. (Seneca Camera Mfg Co),  The Amateur Photographers Manual, c. 1920  Rochester, N.Y. 32pp; approx. 4x6-1/4". EX. A superb little booklet which includes some formulas and interesting information.  $8.00

    #25606. Seymour, Maurice, et. al. Hme Portraiture and Make-Up, 1939  Little Technical Library. 110pp, hc, illus. EX.  $5.00

    #26442. Shafran, Alexander, Restoration and Photographic Copying, 1967  "The Techniques of Copying and Restoring Old and Damaged Photographs". New York: 192pp, hc, illus. Technical and thorough, lot of valuable information, as useful today as it was then. Former owner's name inside cover, else EX.  $15.00

    #22302. Shipman, Carl. Understanding Photography, 1974  HP Books: 224pp, large format, fully illus. Complete basic guidebook to photography. EX.  $15.00

    #17925. Smith, Howard M., Principles of Holography, 1969  New York: 238pp, hc, illus. Written by th Senior Research Physicist at Kodak Research Labs, this is superficially understandable by the lay reader. For the highly technical, an incredible reference. Near-mint, with d/j.  $20.00

    #5138. Snyder, Norman, ed.,  The Photography Catalog, 1976  New York: 1976; 256pp, paper, large format, fully illus. EX.  $10.00

    #25614. Stecker, Elinor, How to Create & Use High-Contrast Images, 1982  HP Books: 160pp, paper, fully illus.; 8-1/2x11". EX, good source.  $18.00

    #9871. Stith, Townsend D.,  Photographic Instruction Book, 1903  Chicago: Sears Roebuck Co., 1903. 262pp, hc, illus. Cover starting to loosen, else EX; scarce.  $55.00

    #9190. Sussman, Aaron,  The Amateur Photographer's Handbook, 1973  New York: 8th Revised Edition. 562pp, hc, illus. EX, with torn d/j.  $15.00

    #3285. Tydings, Kenneth S.,  The Twin-Lens Reflex Guide, 1953  New York: 1953. 124pp, paper, illus. EX. Includes Ansco Reflex, Argoflex, Bolsey C, Contaflex, Flexeret, Ikoflex, Kenflex, Kodak Reflex, Penta Reflex, Reflecta, Ricohflex, Rolleicord, Rolleiflex, Uniflex.  $15.00

    #9159. Wahl, Paul,  Single Lens Reflex Guide, 1959  Philadelphia: 1959. 150pp, paper, illus. Minute wear, still EX; fine reference.  $12.00

    #5595. Wahl, Paul,  Single Lens Reflex Guide, 1960  Philadelphia: 1960. 2nd printing, revised. 128pp, paper, illus. EX.  $12.00

    #31927. Wastell, W.L.F., ed.,  The Barnet Book of Photography, 1922  London: new edition; 270pp, hc, illustrated. Magnificent book on the state of photography at the time. Chapters (prepared by various authors) include Negative Making, Orthochromatic Films and Plates, Reflex Camera Work, Gaslight Papers, P.O.P., Bromide Printing, Pictorial Photography, Lantern Slides, etc. EX.  $20.00

    #17546. Woolley, A.E., Photographic Films and Their Uses, 1960  Chilton: Modern Camera Guide series. 122pp, paper, fully illus. EX.  $10.00

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    Flash, Lighting

    #19869. Arnold, Rus,  Flash Photography, 1940  Little Technical Library: 110pp, hc, fully illus. EX.  $8.00

    #31689. Arnold, Rus,  Strobonar Electronic Flash Guide, 1957  New York: 1957. 128pp, paper, illustrated. Minor wear, still EX.  $12.00

    #21494. Bailey, James How to Select and Use Electronic Flash, 1983  HP Books: 142pp, paper covers, fully illus. Minute wear, still valuable guide. All the techniques are still useful.  $12.00

    #19870. Bailey, Hilary G. Indoor Photography, 1940  Little Technical Library; 94pp, hc, illus. EX.  $6.00

    #24497.  Seeing the Unseen: Dr. Harold Edgerton... Strobe Alley, 1994  George Eastman House: introduction by J.L. Enyeart; essay by D. Collins; notes by J.E. Bedi. 86pp, fully illus., approx. 10x10", spiral bound, clear plastic cover. A somewhat unique publishing venture. EX+ condition, superb reference and collectible.  $40.00

    #2036.  Candid Photography With Hi-Speed Flash  Fawcett, 1952. 144pp, paper; illus. Minute wear.  $5.00

    #9187. Feininger, Andreas,  Light and Lighting in Photography, 1976  Englewood Cliffs: 296pp, hc, illus. EX, with slightly worn d/j. A classic, and deserving to be in the library of every photographer.  $20.00

    #26446. Gaunt, Leonard Electronic Flash Guide, 1974  Focal: 80pp, paper, fully illus. "Do You Need It? How to Choose It. How to Use It. How to Look After It." EX+.  $10.00

    #31863. Gaunt, Leonard Electronic Flash Guide, 1977  Focal: 80pp, paper, fully illus. "Do You Need It? How to Choose It. How to Use It. How to Look After It." EX. 5th edition.  $10.00

    #25933. Gowland, Peter Peter Gowland's Guide to Electronic Flash, 1963  Amphoto: 128pp, paper, fully illus. EX.  $12.00

    #27001. (Alfred Handy Guide), How to Use Electronic Flash, 1981  64pp, illus.; approx. 4-1/2x11". Good basic understanding of how electronic flash works and can be used. EX.  $5.00

    #17776. Hart, John, 50 Portrait Lighting Techniques for Pictures That Sell, 1983  New York: 144pp, large format, fully illus. Superb text and information. EX, with d/j.  $20.00

    #17789. Kinzer, H.M., Kinzer's Available Light Photography, 1958  New York: 120pp, paper, illus. Little shaken, else EX. Good guide, even though old.  $10.00

    #25777. (Eastman Kodak Co.), Flash Technique, 1957  Kodak Data Book. 64pp, fully illus.; approx. 5-3/4x8-1/2". Everything you ever needed to know at the time. EX.  $5.00

    #31360. (Eastman Kodak Co.), Electronic Flash...Kodak Workshop Series, 1981  96pp, 8-1/2x11", fully illustrated. Superb guide to using electronic flash under a variety of studio and non-studio conditions; with wide angle and telephoto lenses; painting with light; etc., etc. Valuable reference; flash units still work the same as they did. EX.  $10.00

    #25796. Ritch, William S., Amateur Portraiture by Flash-Light, 1904  EKCo. 16pp, fully illus.; approx. 5-1/2x7-1/2". Taking portraits with Kodak flash cartridges and flash sheets. Hey, it's historic, not useful. EX, scarce.  $20.00

    #25672. (Eastman Kodak Co.), Studio Lighting for Product Photography, 1959, 1964  64pp, paper, fully illus. Punched for Kodak data binder; approx. 6x8-1/2". Some people think of Kodak for amateur advice, but this is one of the best booklets ever on the subject. EX.  $10.00

    #8460.  Flashlights by Luxo, 1912  Boston; 32pp, illus; approx. 5x7-1/2". Nice booklet on use of Luxo flash powder. EX, scarce.  $15.00

    #21423. Morgan, Willard D., Synchroflash Photography, 1939  New York: 180pp, hc, fully illus. Complete guidebook to the use of flashbulbs in photography. Good reference.; with worn d/j.  $10.00

    #25923. Murphy, Burt, Complete Lighting Guide, 1962  Universal Photo Books: 128pp, paper, fully illus. EX.  $10.00

    #26395. Spitzing, Gunter The Photoguide to Flash, 1974  Focal Press: 202pp, paper covers, fully illus. Valuable guide to using flash. Minuscule wear, former owner's stamp inside cover, else EX.  $10.00

    #28265. Repair Literature: Internal Flash Synchroization, 1971  National Camera Repair. 32pp, fully illus., 5-1/2x8-1/4". Deals with solenoid, mechanical synchronizers, various specific shutters. EX reference.  $15.00

    #28263. Repair Literature: Flash Synchronizers, 1972/1976  National Camera Repair. 28pp, fully illus., 5-1/2x8-1/4". Originally published 1972, reprinted 1976. Primarily related to flash synchronization related to flashbulbs. Good reference. EX.  $15.00

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    Glamour Photography

    #32072. Basch, Peter, and Jack Rey, Peter Basch's Guide to Figure Photography, 1968  Amphoto, NY: 2nd printing. 118pp, hardcover, profusely illustrated with Bash figure and nude photography. Classic, in Excellent condition except for minor wear to dust jacket.  $35.00

    #9189. Belson, Al,  Fashion Photography Techniques, 1970  New York: Amphoto. 160pp, hc, illus. EX, with d/j.  $15.00

    #21469. Farber, Robert,  The Fashion Photographer, 1981  New York: 186pp, large format, hc, fully illus. Superb. EX, with d/j.  $20.00

    #9175. Farber, Robert,  Professional Fashion Photography, 1978  New York: Amphoto. 160pp, large format, hc, fully illus. EX, with slightly worn d/j.  $15.00

    #24218. (New York Institute of Photography) Fashion Photography, c. 1958  Single book, 48pp, fully illustrated; 6x9". A good basic text on fashion photorgaphy, arranged as part of a home study course. EX, good reference.  $6.00

    #25083. Gowland, Peter,  How to Photograph Women, 1953/1956  New York: 144pp, paper covers, fully illus. Second printing. EX, scarce.  $35.00

    #17881.  Creative Photography, 1956  Maco Books: 128pp, paper, fully illus. Similar to Whitestone or Fawcett books. Couple marks on cover, else EX.  $8.00

    #22034.  Creative Camera, 1960  Maco Books #87; 128pp, paper, fully illus. Three portfolios of beauty; by Ferenc Berko, Peter Basch, Wynn Bullock. EX.  $15.00

    #22031.  Photography Studies, 1965  Maco Books #136. 96pp, fully illus. "Twenty-two photographers show woman in all her breath-taking, ravishing beauty." Similar to Fawcett, Whitestone, etc. books on glamour and salon photography. EX, scarce.  $15.00

    #17772.  The Pinup/2, 1979  New York: Universe Books. 36 plates, large format. "Examples of contemporary pinup art that remain faithful to the tradition and yet display a modern temperament...". Paper covers; couple corners show minute wear, else EX.  $20.00

    #28019. Yeager, Bunny, Bunny Yeager's ABC's of Figure Photography, 1964  Whitestone Books #54. 112pp, fully illus. Minuscule wear, still EX; scarce. Lot of nudes.  $30.00

    #22042.  Good Photography, 1966  Whitestone Books #70. 112pp, fully illus. Includes portraits, animals, nudes, salon section, etc. EX.  $15.00

    #13769. (Basch, Peter), Peter Basch's New Photo Ideas, 1967  Whitestone Books #74. 112pp, fully illus. Includes lot of material on photographing the nude. EX.  $20.00

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    Medium and Large Format

    #23301. Adams, Ansel, Artificial-Light Photography, 1956  Morgan and Lester: Basic Photo #5; first edition. 116pp, hc, fully illus. EX, with slightly worn d/j.  $35.00

    #21486. Adams, Ansel. Camera and Lens: Basic Photo One, 1971  "The Creative Approach: Studio, Laboratory and Operation." Boston: 1971. 1st Revised ed., 2nd pntg. 304pp, hc, profusely illustrated. Valuable reference, mint condition, with d/j.  $25.00

    #15483. Adams, Ansel. Camera and Lens: Basic Photo One, 1976  "The Creative Approach: Studio, Laboratory and Operation." Boston: 1976. 304pp, hc, profusely illustrated. Valuable reference, and in mint condition, with d/j.  $25.00

    #31225. Adams, Ansel, Camera and Lens, The Creative Approach, 1970/1971  Morgan and Morgan: Revised edition, 2nd printing. 304pp, hc, fully illustrated. EX condition; d/j has minute wear. Superb reference by a master photographer.  $25.00

    #23300. Adams, Ansel, Natural-Light Photography, 1952  Morgan and Lester: Basic Photo #4; first edition, second printing. 118pp, hc, fully illus. EX, with slightly worn d/j.  $35.00

    #27154. Adams, Ansel, Natural-Light Photography, 1952  NY Graphic Socity: Basic Photo #4; first edition, 5th NYGS printing. 118pp, hc, fully illus. EX, with slightly worn d/j.  $30.00

    #23303. Adams, Ansel, The Negative, 1959  Morgan and Lester: Basic Photo #2; second edition. 120pp, hc, fully illus. EX, with slightly worn d/j.  $25.00

    #27157. Adams, Ansel, The Negative, 1968  Morgan and Lester: Basic Photo #2; second edition, fourth printing. EX, with slightly torn d/j. 120pp, hc.  $25.00

    #25082. Adams, Ansel, The Negative, 1971  Morgan and Lester: Basic Photo #2; second edition, fifth printing. EX, with slightly torn d/j.  $25.00

    #28694. Adams, Ansel, The New Ansel Adams Photography Series (three volumes), 1983  Classic Adams in his finest work: The Camera, The Negative, and The Print. New York Graphic Society: 1980, 1983. Total of 686 pages in the three volumes; profusely illus. All EX, with d/j. A great collection.  $95.00

    #29825. Adams, Ansel, The Print: Contact Printing and Enlarging, 1950  Morgan and Lester: Basic Photo #3; first edition. 120pp, hc, fully illus. EX, missing d/j.  $30.00

    #23304. Adams, Ansel, The Print: Contact Printing and Enlarging, 1961  Morgan and Lester: Basic Photo #3; first edition, fifth printing. 120pp, hc, fully illus. EX, with slightly worn d/j.  $30.00

    #9196. Adams, Ansel,  Camera and Lens, The Creative Approach, 1971  New York: 2nd printing. 304pp, hc, illus. EX, with torn d/j.  $25.00

    #21451. Adams, Ansel,  The Camera, 1980  The New Ansel Adams Photography Series, Book 1. Boston: 204pp, hc, fully illus. EX+, with d/j.  $30.00

    #7430. Freeman, Michael,  The Medium-Format Manual, 1988  New York: 1988. 208pp, paper, illus. EX.  $10.00

    #31695. (Eastman Kodak Co), Camera Technique for Professional Photographers, 1952  Kodak Professional Data Book; 64pp, fully illus.; approx. 5-1/2x8-1/2". Punched for Kodak data binder. Superb reference for view camera work; includes techniques as well as full specs of Kodak Ektar lenses, etc. Valuable source. Minute wear.  $15.00

    #20936. (Eastman Kodak Co), Camera Technique for Professional Photographers, 1953  Kodak Professional Data Book; 64pp, fully illus.; approx. 5-1/2x8-1/2". Punched for Kodak data binder. Superb reference for view camera work; includes techniques as well as full specs of Kodak Ektar lenses, etc. Valuable source. Minute wear.  $15.00

    #28879. (Eastman Kodak Co), Camera Technique for Professional Photographers, 1953/1962  Kodak Professional Data Book; 64pp, fully illus.; approx. 5-1/2x8-1/2". Punched for Kodak data binder. Superb reference for view camera work; includes techniques as well as full specs of Kodak Ektar lenses, etc. Valuable source. Minute wear.  $15.00

    #25658. (Eastman Kodak Co), Negative Making for Professional Photographers, 1952  Kodak Professional Data Book; 64pp, fully illus.; approx. 6x8-1/2". Complete information on the handling of professional films, processing, etc. Good reference.  $12.00

    #25738. (Eastman Kodak Co), Use, Maintenance, and Repair of Professional Equipment, 1952  Kodak Professional Data Book; 64pp, fully illus.; approx. 6x8-1/2". Superb reference on Kodak studio equipment, including camera, Auto-Focus Enlarger Model E, Printers, and Dry Mount Press. Minor wear from poor storage, else EX.  $15.00

    #17947. Shaman, Harvey, The View Camera: Operations and Techniques, 1977  Amphoto: 128pp, large format, paper, fully illus. EX, superb reference.  $15.00

    #7077. Stroebel, Leslie,  View Camera Technique, 1986  Focal Press: 1986; 5th edition. 306pp, hc, fully illus. Mint, with d/j.  $40.00

    #30849.  View Camera Magazine, November, 1989  Single issue; 48pp, fully illus. Articles on used Deardorff and Technika; used lenses, mounting and cleaning shutters, etc. EX  $10.00

    #24046.  View Camera Magazine, January/February, 1991  Single issue; 54pp, fully illus. Articles on Eliot Porter; black and white darkroom, etc. EX.  $10.00

    #24048.  View Camera Magazine, May/June, 1993  Single issue; 72pp, fully illus. Articles on documentary photography, Kevin Bubriski, small cameras, etc. Minuscule wear to cover, else EX.  $6.00

    #20938.  View Camera Magazine, September/October, 1993  Single issue; 72pp, fully illus. Articles on warm tone papers, landscape, etc. EX.  $6.00

    #24049.  View Camera Magazine, November/December, 1994  Single issue; 80pp, fully illus. Articles on commercial trends; direct positive black and white, etc. EX.  $6.00

    #24052.  View Camera Magazine, September/October, 1995  Single issue; 72pp, fully illus. Articles on alternative cameras and formats; Polaroid, etc. EX.  $6.00

    #24045.  View Camera Magazine, November/December, 1995  Single issue; 72pp, fully illus. Articles on studio/commercial; ultra wide lenses, etc. EX.  $6.00

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    Movie, Cine Books

    #32008. Original "Catalogs": American Society of Cinematographers Awards 1988-1998  A group of 11 ASC awards programs/catalogs, each measuring 11x8-1/2", fully illustrated, ranging in size from 40 pages to 94 pages. In addition to citing the nominees for awards, each is full of magnificent historical photographs of movie photographers at work from the earliest days to the modern era. An incredible library and reference to the movie-making industry. All Excellent condition, with great history.  $250.00

    #30200. Repair Booklet: The Motion Picture Camera, 1971/1975  Part of the National Camera Photo Equipment Technician Course. 22pp, fully illus; approx. 5-1/2x8-1/2". Basic explanation and guide to the operation of motion picture cameras, various features. Good guide to understanding the basics. EX.  $15.00

    #30201. Repair Booklet: The Motor and Its Governor, 1971/1976  Part of the National Camera Photo Equipment Technician Course. 28pp, fully illus; approx. 5-1/2x8-1/2". Basic explanation and guide to different types of movie camera motors, gearing, governor, etc. EX.  $18.00

    #30199. Repair Booklet: The Projector, 1971/1977  Part of the National Camera Photo Equipment Technician Course. 36pp, fully illus; approx. 5-1/2x8-1/2". Complete explanation and guide to both still and movie projectors, covering generically a variety of features, adjustments and repair. EX, scarce.  $18.00

    #30196. Repair Booklet: The Shuttle in (Movie) Camera and Projector, 1970/1974  Part of the National Camera Photo Equipment Technician Course. 32pp, fully illus; approx. 5-1/2x8-1/2". Complete service and repair information on the shuttle in movie cameras and projectors. EX, scarce.  $18.00

    #30198. Repair Booklet: Sound Systems, 1971/1976  Part of the National Camera Photo Equipment Technician Course. 56pp, fully illus; approx. 5-1/2x8-1/2". Complete explanation and guide to servicing sound systems in movie projectors. Includes schematics from a number of projectors of the time. Superb reference. EX.  $18.00

    #6464. Cameron, James R.,  Motion Pictures with Sound, 1929  New York: Manhattan Beach, 1929. 394pp, hc, illus. EX, scarce.  $35.00

    #2003. Clarke, Charles G.,  Professional Cinematography, 1964  ASC: 1964. 184pp, hc, illus. EX.  $25.00

    #28093. Original Catalog: Cornell Film Company, 1951  "Producers and Distriutors of 16mm Motion Picture Films." NY. 16pp, 5-1/2x8-1/2", illus. Original catalog of films offered by this company. EX.  $20.00

    #25224. Current, Ira B., Electric Eye Movie Manual, 1961  New York: 124pp, hc, fully illus. EX.  $12.00

    #25699. Cushman, George, How to Title Home Movies, 1940  Los Angeles: 90pp, illus. Stiff wraps, spiral bound. Interesting; EX.  $10.00

    #24460. Duitz, Murray, Better 8mm Home Movie Guide, 1960  "Including latest electric eye cameras." Modern Camera Guide: 108pp, paper covers, fully illus. EX.  $12.00

    #18539. (Griffith, D.W.) D.W. Griffith, The Years at Biograph, 1970  by R.M. Henderson. New York: 250pp, hc, illus. Good, definitive biography of this famed early cinematographer and movie maker. EX.  $25.00

    #2012. Harrison, Rex Rex: An Autobiography, 1974  New York: 1975. 256pp, hc, illus. EX, with d/j.  $5.00

    #6480. Original Catalog: Historical Films 1894-1915, 1968  Historical Films, Hollywood, CA, 1968. 68pp, paper, large format. Catalog of historical films available from this firm on 16mm stock. EX, good reference.  $15.00

    #25785. (Home Movies) How to Reverse Movie Film, 1944  Compiled by the editors of Home Movies magazine; 96pp, illus.; spiral bound. EX.  $15.00

    #15424. Lang, E., and G. West. Musical Accompaniment of Moving Pictures, 1920  "A Practical Manual for Pianists and Organists and an exposition of the principles underlying the musical interpretation of moving pictures." Boston Music Co. 64pp, stiff wraps. Musical "endowment" of a silent film was a necessity. I've never seen a book devoted to the subject. A must for cine collectors. EX, and quite scarce.  $125.00

    #6466. Manvell, Roger,  Film, 1950  Penguin Books, 1950; revised edition. 288pp, paper, illus. EX.  $10.00

    #3783. Matzkin, Myron,  Better Electric-Eye Movies, 1962  New York: 1962; third edition(?). 124pp, paper, illus. EX.  $10.00

    #6492. (Look Magazine),  Movie Lot to Beachhead, 1945  New York: Doubleday, 1945. The Motion Picture Goes to War and Prepares for the Future. 292pp, hc, fully illus. EX.  $25.00

    #24155. Niver, Kemp R., The First Twenty Years: A segment of film history, 1968  Los Angeles: 176pp, hc, fully illus. A fascinating look at the early history of cinematography in the U.S., from 1891 to 1912. Seen through the eyes of a historian as films filed with the Copyright Office were restored. Wonderful. Minuscule wear, still EX. Scarce.  $40.00

    #25989. (Petersen Publishing Co.), Petersen's Guide to Movie Making, 1973  80pp, 8-1/2x11", fully illus. Complete basic guide to movie making, by the editors of Petersen's PhotoGraphic magazine. EX.  $15.00

    #9876. Quigley, Martin, Jr.,  Magic Shadows, 1969  "The Story of the Origin of Motion Pictures." New York: 1969. Reprinted from 1960 edition. 192pp, hc, illus. EX, scarce.  $65.00

    #5809.  Sequence Film Review #5, Autumn, 1948  London; 48pp, fully illus.; approx. 7x9-1/2". Interesting magazine on films, actors, etc. EX. An independent film quarterly.  $6.00

    #5807.  Sequence Film Review #8, Summer, 1949  London; 48pp, fully illus.; approx. 7x9-1/2". Interesting magazine on films, actors, etc. EX. An independent film quarterly.  $6.00

    #5762.  Sequence Film Review #13, 1951  London; 48pp, fully illus.; approx. 7x9-1/2". Interesting magazine on films, actors, etc. EX.  $6.00

    #30197. Repair Booklet: Sound Projector Trouble-Shooting Charts, nd  Part of the National Camera Photo Equipment Technician Course. 44pp, fully illus; approx. 5-1/2x8-1/2". Complete charts for identifying and isolating problems with sound movie projectors; reprinted from Motion Picture World. EX.  $15.00

    #25597. Tuttle, Harris B., Color Movies for the Beginner, 1941  Litle Technical Library: 146pp, hc, illus. EX.  $10.00

    #17547. Krans, Robin, and John Tyo, Motion Picture Timing Tables, 1972  183pp, large format, spiral bound. Charts provide exact feet and frames up to one hour and 39 seconds of running time, by seconds, for 8mm and Super 8, both silent and sound; 16mm sound and silent, and 35mm sound. Good reference; EX.  $15.00

    #6467. Whitebait, William, ed.,  International Film Annual No. 2, 1958  New York: 1958. 182pp, hc, illus. EX, with d/j.  $25.00

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    On and About Photographers

    #24930. Andrews, Ralph W. Photographers of the Frontier West, 1875 to 1910 (1965)  New York: Bonanza Books. 186pp, hc, fully illustrated. Includes selections from Frank H. Norwell, Arnold Genthe, Darius Kinsey, E.S. Curtis, A.W. Ericson, T.M. McKee, Henry C. Peabody, Lee Passmore. EX+, with d/j.  $40.00

    #24493. Lyons, Nathan, Photography in the Twentieth Century, 1967  New York: 144pp, hc, fully illus. More than 100 plates, selected from the collection of the George Eastman House; book designed to accompany an exhibition of representative 20th century photography. Fine representation of photographers. EX+, with d/j.  $15.00

    #23323. Newhall, Nancy From Adams to Stieglitz, Pioneers of Modern Photography, 1989  Aperture: 172pp, paper covers, illus. The collected writings of Nancy Newhall, with an introduction by Beaumont Newhall. Ms. Newhall had entre to the major photogaphers of the day, beginning in the early 1920's. Fascinating reading, and an interesting perspective. EX+.  $20.00

    #24139. Newhall, Beaumont and Nancy, ed., Masters of Photography, 1958  New York: 192pp, hc, fully illus. Superb photographs and short biographies spanning the history of photography from 1839 to the 1950's. EX, with worn d/j.  $25.00

    #6481.  American Heritage, February, 1974  Single issue of this magazine; 104pp, hc, fully illus. Includes major article on the Indian photographs of Edward S. Curtis. EX.  $10.00

    #7091. Arbus, Diane Diane Arbus Magazine Work, 1984  Aperture: 1984. 176pp, hc, fully illus.; with d/j. As new, slight warp.  $20.00

    #24439. Goldberg, Vicki, Margaret Bourke-White: A Biography, 1986  New York: 428pp, hc, illus. EX+, with d/j.  $25.00

    #20232. Bourke-White, Margaret,  Portrait of Myself, 1963  New York: 1963. 380pp, hc, illustrated. EX, no d/j.  $25.00

    #2014. Bourke-White, Margaret,  Portrait of Myself, 1963  New York: 1963. 380pp, hc, illustrated. EX, with minutely worn d/j. Becoming scarce.  $40.00

    #9715. Horan, James D.,  Mathew Brady: Historian with a Camera, 1955  New York: Crown. 244pp, hc, profusely illus. Classic, although some errors have been discovered since printing. Near mint, with d/j.  $25.00

    #23557. Horan, James D.,  Mathew Brady: Historian with a Camera, 1955  New York: Crown. 244pp, hc, profusely illus. Classic, although some errors have been discovered since printing. EX, with worn d/j.  $25.00

    #6463. Komroff, Manuel,  Mathew Brady, 1962  Chicago: Britannica Books, 1962. 192pp, hc, illus. From the series of Britannica Bookshelf--Great Lives for Young Americans. EX.  $15.00

    #23319. Meredit, Roy, Mr. Lincoln's Camera Man, Mathew B. Brady, 1974  Dover Books: corrected republication of the 1946 original, with additional photographs and index. 368pp, paper covers, fully illus. Valuable source book. Minute wear to cover, else EX.  $20.00

    #17906. Meredith, Roy, The World of Mathew Brady, 1976  "Portraits of the Civil War Period". Los Angeles: 240pp, hc, fully illus. Superb book by Meredith, with Brady portraits and biographies. EX, with badly torn d/j.  $35.00

    #18548. (Cameron, Julia Margaret), Victorian Photographs of Famous Men & Fair Women, 1973  Godine Press: 30pp text+44 plates. Originally published in 1926, this beautiful volume was reprinted, with additional notes and text by Virginia Woolf, Roger Fry and Tristam Powell. Mint, with d/j.  $45.00

    #30275.  Henri Cartier-Bresson, 1987  Aperture Masters of Photoggraphy Monograph, #2. 96pp, fully illus.; approx. 8x8". EX, scarce.  $30.00

    #6570. Gernsheim, Helmut and Alison, ed.,  Alvin Langdon Coburn, Photographer, 1966  An Autobiography. London: 1966. 144pp, hc, illus. First edition. EX, with worn, slightly torn d/j.  $65.00

    #1963. Gernsheim, Helmut & Alison, eds.,  Alvin Langdon Coburn Photographer, 1978  An Autobiography. New York: 1978. Dover paperback edition of original 1966 publication, with Gernsheim introduction. 144pp, paper, large format, illus. with more than 70 plates. EX, nearly new.  $8.00

    #18535. Curtis, Edward S., In the Land of the Head-Hunters, 1915  New York: 114pp, hc, fully illus. Superb narrative by this most famous American Indian historian, of Indian tribes along the Northwest Pacific Coast, illustrated with superb reproductions of his own photographs. EX condition, quite scarce.  $175.00

    #15380. Ackerman, Carl W. George Eastman  New York: 1930. 522pp, hc, illus. Couple slightly torn pages in index at rear, else EX. Authoratative, collectible and scarce biography of Eastman. Shows minute wear, else EX.  $75.00

    #13095. (Masters of Contemporary Photography) Elliott Erwitt: The Private Experience  Alskog: 1974. 96pp, large format, fully illus. EX.  $12.00

    #17746. (Evans, Walker) Walker Evans: a Biography, 1995  By Belinda Rathbone. New York: 358pp, hc, illus. As new, with d/j. Pub. at $27.50.  $20.00

    #26965. (Evans, Walker) Walker Evans: Havana, 1933  New York: 1989. 24pp text + 90pp plates. Superb documentary record. EX+, with d/j.  $25.00

    #28695. Mellow, James R., Walker Evans, 1999  Introduction by Hilton Kramer. New York: 654pp, paper covers, profusely illustrated. EX.  $20.00

    #13094. (Masters of Contemporary Photography) Fusco & McBride: The Photo Essay  Alskog: 1974. 96pp, large format, fully illus. EX.  $12.00

    #3629. Genthe, Arnold,  As I Remember, 1936  New York: 1936; 2nd printing. 290pp, hc; 112 illustrations by the author. EX; scarce.  $40.00

    #24495. Bruce, David Sun Pictures: The Hll-Adamson Calotypes, 1973  Greenwich, Conn.: 248pp, paper covers. Excellent reproduction of Hill-Adamson calotypes. EX condition.  $18.00

    #13491. Huyda, Richard J., Camera in the Interior: 1858. H.L. Hime, Photographer (1975)  "The Assiniboine and Saskatchewan Exploring Expedition." Toronto: 1975. 49 plates + 56pp text; superb volume detailing the earliest photographic survey expedition to the western portions of Canada. Mint condition, with d/j.  $45.00

    #18531. Forsee, Aylesa William Henry Jackson: Pioneer Photographer of the West, 1964  New York: 206pp, hc, illus. Nice biography of Jackson, illustrated with some of his photographs. EX, with d/j.  $25.00

    #18507. Driggs, Howard R., Westward America, 1942  (includes reproductions of 40 water color paintings by William Henry Jackson). New York: Collector's Edition, with flyleaf signed by both Driggs and Jackson. 312pp, hc, illus. EX condition, with slightly worn d/j. Scarce.  $125.00

    #22503. Daniel, Pete, and Raymond Smock, A Talent for Detail... Miss Frances Benjamin Johnston  1889-1910. New York: 1974; 180pp, paper covers, fully illus. Great illustrative history of this early female photographer who operated a tintype studio, then went on to other forms of documentary photography and worked into the 1930's. Cover shows minute wear, else EX.  $20.00

    #23322. Meltzer, Milton, Dorothea Lange, A Photographer's Life, 1978  New York: 400pp, paper covers, illus. Mint.  $15.00

    #23341.  Dorothea Lange, Photographs of a Lifetime, 1982  Aperture Monograph: 184pp, profusely illus. Paper covers; with an essay by Robert Coles; commentary by Lange on her photographs. A lifetime of photographic documentation. EX. Superb reproductions.  $50.00

    #30274.  Dorothea Lange, 1987  Aperture Masters of Photoggraphy Monograph, #5. 96pp, fully illus.; approx. 8x8". EX, scarce.  $30.00

    #17953. Leibovitz, Annie, Photographs, 1983  New York: approx. 70 plates, plus text; large format, paper covers. Superb reproductions, nice overview of her work. EX condition.  $30.00

    #12967. (Mapplethorpe, Robert), Mapplethorpe, 1992  New York: 1992, first edition. Prepared in collaboration with the Robert Mapplethorpe Foundation. Essay by Arthur C. Danto. 382pp; approx. 12x12". Superbly prepared edition; gilt page edges, excellent photographic reproductions; in original presentation slipcase. EX+.  $195.00

    #28484. McDowell, Roddy Double Exposure Take Four, 1993  New York: includes 101 photographs of celebrities by Roddy McDowell, with his commentary by other celebrities on each. Hardcover, 10-1/2x14". As new, with d/j.  $40.00

    #23345. Muybridge, Eadweard, The Human Figure in Motion, 1955  New York: introduction by Robert Taft; 192 double-page plates, hc. The selection of plates was made from Muybridge's original 1886 publication, and are reproduced, for the most part, full size. An incredible documentary look at the work of the man considered to be the father of motion photography. EX, with minutely worn d/j.  $50.00

    #13494. Newhall, Beaumont and Nancy, eds., Masters of Photography, 1958  New York: Castle Books edition. 192pp, large format, hc, profusely illus. Superb reference on historic photographers. Dust jacket has minute tear, else EX.  $20.00

    #23340.  One Mind's Eye, ...Photographs by Arnold Newman, 1974  Boston: Forward by Beaumont Newhall; introduction by Robert Sobieszek, + 192 plates, selected bibliography, chronology. Superb book; EX+ condition, with d/j.  $50.00

    #17909. Horan, James D., Timothy O'Sullivan, America's Forgotten Photographer, 1966  New York: 334pp, hc, fully illus. The only major work ever done on O'Sullivan; superb reference. EX, with d/j.  $40.00

    #18536. Dellenbaugh, Frederick S., A Canyon Voyage, 1926  "Narrative of the Second Powell Expedition...1871 and 1872." New Haven: 278pp, hc, fully illus. Superb book by the artist/assistant topographer of the expedition; illustrated with reproductions of photos taken by Beaman, Hillers, etc. EX condition; scarce and historically important.  $85.00

    #23344. Man Ray, Self Portrait, 1963  Boston: 402pp, hc, some illustrations. An autobiography; a candid record of his career from the time he left home in Brooklyn. Minute wear, still EX; with d/j.  $40.00

    #17902. (Masters of Contemporary Photography) Bert Stern: How to Turn Ideas Into Images, 1974  Alskog/Petersen. 96pp, paper, large format, fully illus. EX.  $15.00

    #5147. Steichen, Edward,  A Life in Photography, 1963  New York: 1963. Approx. 250pp, hc, 10x12" format, profusely illus. Probably the most complete book reflecting Steichen's work ever produced. Excellent reference. EX condition, with slightly worn d/j.  $50.00

    #22499.  America and Alfred Stieglitz: A Collective Portrait, 1934  New York: 340pp, hc, illus. A series of essays on Stieglitz and his work. EX, indexed.  $45.00

    #28693. Norman, Dorothy, Alfred Stieglitz, An American Seer, 1973  New York: 254pp, hc, profusely illus.; approx. 9-1/2x12-1/2". Magnficent volume on the life and work of Stieglitz. Long out of print, and scarce. With torn d/j.  $50.00

    #23308. Mahood, Ruth I., ed. Photographer of the Southwest: Adam Clark Vroman, 1856-1916  128pp, paper covers, fully illus. 8-1/2x11". Originally published in 1961, this is the 1974 fourth printing. A superb biography with representative photographs by Vroman. Deserves to be on every Western collector's bookshelf. EX+.  $25.00

    #24492. Stettner, Louis, ed., Weegee, 1971  New York: 184pp, hc, fully illus. Collection of 112 of Weegee's best photographs; with biographic introduction by Stettner. EX, with slightly worn d/j.  $25.00

    #23309. Newhall, Nancy, ed., The Daybooks of Edward Weston, Volume I. Mexico, nd  George Eastman House Monograph II. 214pp, hc, fully illus. Includes an foreward by Beaumont Newhall, and an introdutory note by Weston. A wonderful publication giving insight to Weston's daily life in Mexico and the photographs that resulted. EX, with d/j.  $50.00

    #23351.  Clarence H. White, 1979  Aperture: History of Photography Series. 96pp, hc, fully illus. Excellent introduction to White and his work, and superb reproductions. Also includes chronology and bibliography; approx. 8-1/4x8-1/4". EX+.  $30.00

    #24496.  Minor White: Rites and Passages, 1978  Aperture #80; "His Photographs accompanied by excerpts from his diaries and letters." Biographic essay by James Baker Hall. 144pp, hc, fully illus. Superb reproduction of images; fine reference. EX+.  $40.00

    #18547. (San Francisco Museum of Art) Women in Photography: An Historical Survey, 1975  128pp, large format, profusely illus. A wonderful catalog of an traveling exhibition organized by the SF Museum; approx. 60 plates, with biographical and technical information. Bottom corner minutely bent, else EX. Good reference.  $25.00

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    Photographic Processes

    #5185. East Street Gallery,  Procedures for Processing and Storing B&W Photographs..., 1970  East Street Gallery, Grinnell, Iowa, 1970. 46pp, 8-1/2x11", fully illustrated. One of the first serious publications dedicated to archival processing and storage of black and white photographs. Valuable reference.  $10.00

    #27207. Nadeau, Luis, History and Practice of Platinum Printing, 1991  2nd revised edition; 96pp, paper covers, illus. 6x9". Stated to be the most comprehensive contemporary research on the history of platinum printing and the execution of the process itself. EX, scarce.  $35.00

    #11908. Seemann, W.J., How to Color Photographs with Oils, 1944  Hollywood: 134pp, hc, illus. EX.  $12.00

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    Underwater Photography

    #31122. Church, Jim & Cathy, Choosing and Using Underwater Strobes, 1986  Gilroy, CA: 96pp, paper covers, fully illus. Complete guide to selecting and using strobes for your underwater photography. EX, superb reference.  $18.00

    #27108. Liburdi, Joe, and Cara Sherman, How to Use the Motor Marine II, 1990  Redondo Beach: 128pp, paper, fully illus. Complete guide to using this model of Sea & Sea underwater camera, as well as basics of underwater photography. EX.  $25.00

    #31121. Church, Jim and Cathy, The Niknos Handbook, 1986  Gilroy, CA: 168pp, hc, fully illustrated. Complete guide to using the Nikonos IV-A and V cameras. EX, a complete guide.  $25.00

    #233. Schulke, Flip,  Underwater Photography for Everyone, 1978  Englewood Cliffs, 1978. 220pp, hc, with d/j. EX.  $15.00

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    Collecting, History
    Literature: Annuals
    Literature: Catalogs
    General Books, Alphabetically by Author
    Flash, Lighting
    Glamour Photography
    Medium and Large Format
    Movie, Cine Books
    On and About Photographers
    Photographic Processes
    Underwater Photography