Search Results: Titles starting with D from RARE PAPER INC

Brockton, Mass: Eglutes, [195-?]. Illustrated wrappers. Good condition. 93 pages. B/W Illustrations throughout. Octavo (22.5 x 15 cm). Text in Lithuanian. Light wear to wrappers. Rounded corners of the upper right of the pages. In good condition overall. <br /> <br /> A Lithuanian adaptation of Korney Chukovsky's children's book, Doctor Aybolit or Hugh Lofting's the Story of Dr. Dolittle.<br /> <br /> OCLC locates only two copies of the book.

Berlin: Georg Reimer, 1909. A guidebook to the Kaiser-Friedrich-Museum, containing 264 pages with illustrations. The book measures approximately 19 cm. It is in fair condition, with minor wear and soiling on the wrappers, and several ink stamps scattered throughout the book. Additionally, the text block shows signs of deterioration, with some pages beginning to separate from the binding.

Baku: Academy of Sciences of the AzSSR, 1966. Textual wrappers. 19 x 12.5 cm. 21 pages. One of a limited edition of 150 copies, this particular copy features a handwritten copyright on the front wrapper.<br /> <br /> A synopsis of a Ph.D. dissertation in Art History, which served as the foundation for a book authored by the same individual and published in 1968.<br /> <br /> As of December 2023, OCLC does not list any other copies of this publication in its records.

Moscow: Sovetskii Khudozhnik, 1991. Illustrated wrappers. Book measures: 33 x 23 cm. 48 pages: illustrations. Text in Russian. A very good copy with light wear to wrappers. <br /> <br /> The publication, formerly known as "Decorative Art of the USSR," later renamed "Decorative Art," played a pioneering role in the late 1980s by being one of the earliest Russian magazines to delve into contemporary art. Beginning in 1989, it featured a section called "Rakurs," which became a platform for showcasing significant content. Notably, the entire fifth issue of 1991 was dedicated to the emerging concept of performance art, which was still relatively new in Russia then.<br /> <br /> The magazine was responsible for publishing the initial translation of an excerpt from Roselee Goldberg's book "The Art of Performance: A Critical Anthology" (New York, 1984). In addition to this, it contained critical articles contributed by individuals like V.… Read More

Berlin: Neva, 1921. Original publisher's cover. Poluektov, V. (illustrations). Book measures: 25.5 x 19.5 cm. 49, [3] pages: 4 illustrations. Text in Russian. One of 1,000 copies printed. A very good copy with light chipping on the spine and foxing on the cover; The "J. BRAHMS" stamp on the title page.<br /> <br /> There were two versions of the book, with different cover designs, but the four illustrations remained the same in both versions. The artist V. Poluektov designed both covers.

Regensburg: Ukrainsʹke slovo, 1947. Illustrated wrappers. Two volumes (135; 253 pages). 21 cm. Text in Ukrainian. Cover design by Myroslav Hryhoriev. The the "Autorized by HQ EUCOM Civil Affairs Division AG 383.7 GEC - AGO from July 1947." note in both volumes. A complete set with damaged wrappers and spines.<br /> <br /> Crafted within a German DP camp for Ukrainian refugees during 1947-1948, "Day of Wrath" stands as a Ukrainian literary masterpiece penned by the talented emigre writer Yuri Kosach (1908-1990), who happened to be the nephew of Lesya Ukrainka. Immersed in the backdrop of the Khmelnytsky Uprising, this novel offers a compelling fictional portrayal of the tumultuous era. Kosach's adept narrative skillfully captures the essence of the nationwide rebellion led by Hetman Bohdan-Zynoviy Khmelnytsky in 1648, providing readers with a vivid and immersive experience of the historical events.<br /> <br /> Yurii Kosach (1908-1990), known… Read More

Krakow: Ukrainske vydavnytstvo, 1941. Original illustrated wrappers. Good. Series: Mynule i suchasne, part 15. Octavo (13.8 x 20.2 cm). 19 pages: illustrations. Text in Ukrainian. Inscription in pencil to title "866"; some damage to spine extremities; nicks to text block; tape restoration to lower corner; still good copy.<br /> <br /> The book features fifteen illustrations and architecture plans of various wooden churches, along with notes, descriptions, historical details and legacy.<br /> <br /> Leonid Maslov (1909-1943) - a Ukrainian architectural engineer, prominent researcher of church and secular architecture in Western Volyn. He has made a significant contribution to the study of Ukrainian wooden church architecture.<br /> <br /> As of April 2020, OCLC shows six copies.

Wetzlar: Vyd-vo, 1920. Publisher's wrappers. A highly captivating, almost ephemeral Ukrainian emigre publication in which the author delves into various aspects of finance, including the history of money, while pondering the ubiquitous question, 'What is money?'<br /> <br /> 13.5 x 10.5 cm. 24 pages. Text in Ukrainian. At head of title: Vyd-vo "Struia", ch. 1. A good copy with wear to the wrappers and light spotting throughout its pages.

1999. Softcover. New York. Gagosian Gallery. "ANDY WARHOL: Diamond Dust Shoes." This publication comprises 9 pages of insightful text by Vincent Fremont, accompanied by 61 full-color plates. Presented in folio format with wrappers, it was published in 1999. ISBN 13: 9781880154342.

Berlin: Ukrainischen Wirklichkeit, 1941. Original wrappers. Octavo (22 x 15 cm). 39 pages; uncut, map, illustrations throughout. Text in German. A very good uncut copy with some fading and light wear on the wrappers. OCLC: 1072180429.

Moscow: Vsekokhudozhnik, 1933. Publisher's illustrated wrappers and dust jacket. Matorin, Mikhail Vladimirovich (cover design). 21.5 × 15.5 cm. 101, [5] pages: illustrations. Text in Russian. A good copy with the dust jacket and wrappers that show signs of wear.<br /> <br /> The monograph is dedicated to the artistic endeavors of Dmitry Nicolajevich Kardovsky (1866-1943), a Russian artist and master of both easel and book graphics who was a student of I. E. Repin.

Munich: Vyd-vo, 1951. Illustrated wrappers. The book measures 20.5 x 14.5 cm and consists of 4 volumes: 139, 196, 165, and 248 pages each. The text is in Ukrainian, with cover design by Evhen Blakytnyi. The first three volumes bear the stamp "Authorized by Headquarters European Command Civil Affairs, Division APO 757, A. G. 383. 7 GEC-AGO, from July 1947." Wasyl Pasiczniak is credited as the responsible editor and printer. The set is in good condition, with volume one showing light wear, and all volumes exhibiting light foxing and chipping along the edges. Volume four has been rebound while preserving the original cover.<br /> <br /> Dokiya Humenna (1904-1996) was a notable Ukrainian and Ukrainian American writer celebrated for her extensive contributions to the literary Ukrainian diaspora. Her literary journey commenced with the publication of "U Stepu" (In the Steppe) in 1924, a piece that garnered attention in prominent Soviet Ukrainian literary journals and earned… Read More

Augsburg, 1948. Illustrated wrappers. 132 pages; 17 cm. Text in Ukrainian. A copy with soiled wrappers, a small hole on page 5, and handwritten notes on the initial pages, bearing the signature of the owner, R. Kokolskyj, on the title page.<br /> <br /> The book explores the social upheaval and class dynamics of its time, depicting different female archetypes against the backdrop of national liberation movements. Through a pathetically elevated tone, it vividly portrays the essence of women's roles and struggles during this tumultuous period of history.<br /> <br /> Fedir Dudko (1885-1962) was a Ukrainian writer and journalist known by several pseudonyms, including Odud, Karpenko, F. Dudko-Karpenko, Tryfon, and Chugaister. During the era of the Ukrainian National Republic (UNR), he initially served in the Ministry of Land Affairs before relocating to Lviv, where he made contributions to the library of the Scientific Society named after Shevchenko. Following a period of… Read More

Lviv: Nakladom R.S.U.K., 1932. Publisher's wrappers. Biblioteka Reviziinoho Soiuzu Ukrains'kykh Kooperatyv, ch. 30. The book measures 23 x 15 cm and consists of 38 pages with illustrations. The text is in Ukrainian. It's worth noting that as of January 2024, OCLC has identified three additional copies of this book in various library collections.

Brussels: Chuzhbina, 1956. 2nd edition. Original publisher's wrappers. Dimensions: 15.8 x 12.3 cm. 47, [1] pages. A copy with minor wear to the wrappers; internally, it is very good.

Bayreuth: Printed by Lorenz Ellwanger, 1946. Original wrappers. Dimensions: 21 × 15 cm. 63 pages. Text in Russian. With some minor wear, the condition is still very good for a book that was meant to be heavily used. <br /> <br /> Raised in the luxurious Palapso Chigi, the young, graceful, and cheerful Count Ciano was Mussolini's son-in-law and his foreign minister; he kept a diary in which he wrote about plans and hopes, the falsity and reality of Italian fascism in the days of its glory and fall. <br /> <br /> Ciano's diary is a historical document. It tells an almost fantastic story of Italian bluff and arrogance and how Hitler's success in destroying European civilization left the Duce breathless and desperate to achieve the same prestige for himself. The reasons for Italy's conquest of an unresisting Albania, the disastrous invasion of Greece, the incompetence of important-looking Italian generals and commanders, and the role played by the… Read More

New York: Inter-Language Literary Associates, 1966. First Edition. Original publisher's wrappers. Annenkov, Yury Pavlovich (1889-1974). 8vo (240 x 163 mm). 350pages (both volumes): portraits. Illustrated by the author. Text in Russian. The first 140 pages of book one are spotted on the lower right of each page; minor wear and several little chips to the wrapper; volume two is in good condition.<br /> <br /> A two-volume memoir by Yury Annenkov, a Russian artist and member of Mir Iskusstva, mostly known for his book illustrations and portraits, who also worked for theatre and cinema (design).

Paris: Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, 1946. Publisher's wrappers. A small brochure measuring 15.5 x 12 cm and containing 31 pages with black and white illustrations, including portraits. The text is in Ukrainian. The front wrapper bears a "DUPLICATE" stamp, and there is a handwritten inscription in pen on the title page. Overall, this is a well-preserved copy.<br /> <br /> Metropolitan Andrey Sheptytsky (1865-1944) was a remarkable Ukrainian clergyman known for his unwavering commitment to both his faith and the well-being of his people. As the head of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, he navigated the turbulent times of the early 20th century, advocating for social justice, education, and cultural preservation while also sheltering Jews during the Holocaust, earning recognition as a Righteous Among the Nations. His progressive stance on religious tolerance and human rights made him a trailblazer, leaving a lasting legacy in the hearts of those he served and protected.

Lviv: Rusalka, 1922. Publisher's wrappers. This book consists of 15 pages and measures 15.5 x 11.5 cm. The text is in Ukrainian, and it has been translated from Russian by V. S. L. It is part of the "Teatral'na biblioteka" series, issue No. 14. The copy is slightly chipped, and there is a "RARE!" label affixed to the front wrapper, indicating its rarity or uniqueness.<br /> <br /> As of January 2024, according to OCLC, there are three additional copies of this book held in Canadian institutions.

Moscow: Izd. Akademii arkhitektury SSSR, 1946. Publisher's wrappers. Book measures: 23.5 x 16 cm. 48 pages: 37 illustrations. Text in Russian. A copy showing light signs of wear and minor damage to the spine.<br /> <br /> Reports from the Institute of History and Theory of Architecture, Issue 5.