Mark twain was also in san francisco during an earthquake. We collected a sample of 15 auction results for books containing mark twain s signature from 1 different auction houses. Or you could find a real appraiser and then put the books up at auction, since theyre essentially priceless, and the only value you can attribute to them is the indefinite most somebody will pay for them. How you can be sure that a signature found in a book or document is indeed the real thing. Contributors include emma lazarus, mark twain, william dean howells, edward eggleston and other. This, in turn, means that owning one of these famously misprinted books could have you owning an extremely valuable collectors item and you. These were not inscribed to specific friends and acquaintances, but were signed by clemens to enhance sets of collected works such as the american publishing companys royal and autograph editions. Octavo books are bound in paper and blue cloth spines with printed paper spine labels. The innocents abroad, or the new pilgrims progress. Jun 05, 2015 there are also sets of mark twains writings that contain real signatures. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. The adventures of huckleberry finn, signed by mark twain the. He wrote the adventures of tom sawyer 1876 and its sequel, adventures of huckleberry finn 1885, the latter often called the great american. If youre a grammar nerd or someone who pays intimate attention to detail, there can be nothing as irksome as a incorrect grammar be it a spelling error, improper punctuation or a harmless typo.
Of course, there are many books individually autographed and inscribed by clemens, but if you see either wording indicated above, your book is most likely from a facsimilesignature set. Otherwise, you should just try your luck with amazon. He is laidback, he appreciates a relaxed pace in life. Mark twain uniform editions 1899 autograph edition. The works of mark twain first edition signed leather. Despite kens low expectations, he emphasizes that hell be the first to look carefully at historic newspapers, family bibles, books signed by mark twain, and even flimsy boxes of old textbooks. With that in mind, here are three editions of the adventures of huckleberry finn that are sure to delight book collectors and readers alike. Hillcrest edition 1903 1911 the hillcrest edition was the second uniform edition of mark twain s works named after one of his homes.
Today, the value of rare mark twain books is astronomical. A tramp abroad is a work of nonfiction travel literature by american author mark twain, published in 1880. Most any thing by mark twain is funny and well written, and roughing it is no exception. Whats the value of a mark twain signature, autograph or inscription. Mark twain autograph signed twice on a first edition compilation set. Twain has signed with his uncommon double signature. Sentimental favorites, roadshow flops tips of the trade. I always love having an appraiser look at my stuff.
It usually takes about 5 days to get the permission to sell colectible books. With the bookplate prepared by anderson auction company in 1911 stating this book is from the library of samuel longhorne clemens mark twain signed. It is funny, insightful, and a firsthand account of the old west including the stage coach ride to get there, the mormons of utah, and the greater part of the book was about the silver strikes in and around nevada and california. A book of quotations dover thrift editions by john keats, mark twain, virginia woolf, andrew carnegie, theodore roosevelt, james thurber, oprah winfrey and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. American publishing companys autograph edition 1899 the autograph edition of the writings of mark twain provides a basis of comparison for subsequent, and often less expensive, editions. What is the value of a 19 mark twain autographed book worth. Mark twain mark twain used books, rare books and new books. The twovolume set was published by mark twain shortly after grants death. Autographed 22 vol set writings of mark twain deluxe edition 1899 paypal. Ernest hemingway once declared about the adventures of huckleberry finn, all modern literature comes from one book by mark twain. What is the value of a 19 mark twain autographed book. Authors national edition the writings of twain volume vi on back side of page.
Roughing it by twain, mark used books and rare books. There is one book signed by mark twain, the innocents abroad, a signed limited edition bound in leather, of which only 512 copies were made. The book details a journey by the author, with his friend harris a character created for the book, and based on his closest friend, joseph twichell, through central and southern europe. Bound opposite sheet is additionally signed by mark twain s biographer albert bigelow paine who wrote. Following the equator first edition signed mark twain. Nov 06, 20 today, the value of rare mark twain books is astronomical. We had tropical storm debbie come by and the power was knocked out i finally went to bed. Mark twain inscribed the innocents abroad antiques. Mark twain and the adventures of huckleberry finn first. Find the american claimant 1892 the oxford mark twain 0195114124 by twain, mark. Mark twain rare books and memorabilia are collectible items relating to the renowned american author and humorist mark twain. Mark twain bauman rare books first editions, signed.
We often hear from mark twain fans who are understandably excited to have. Samuel langhorne clemens november 30, 1835 april 21, 1910, known by his pen name mark twain, was an american writer, humorist, entrepreneur, publisher, and lecturer he was lauded as the greatest humorist the united states has produced, and william faulkner called him the father of american literature. Inscribed by the author on the front free endpaper, to chas warren stoddard from his friend mark twain hartford. But perhaps one of the novels most interesting aspects is the physical book itself, or rather the handful of early, rare, and illustrated editions that somehow manage to elevate this famed literary work. Signed books by twain are fairly uncommon, association copies inscribed to friends and associates are more so. For sale is an unprecedented mark twain first edition collection. All 54 of the books in this mark twain set are first editions, first printings, and first issues. Hi there my name is xxxxx xxxxx i am here to help with your question. The rumors of mark twains autograph are greatly exaggerated. What is the value of fifteen books autographed by mark twain. This series was reproduced by oxford as facsimiles of the original american editions, complete with reproductions of the original illustrations. It is signed truly yours, mark twain, vienna, december 1897. Exceptional, large etched portrait of mark twain, boldly signed by twain and signed in pencil by the artist otto schneider as well, number seven of only 100 such etchings produced, and one of only 20 or so supposed to have been signed by twain.
Clemens, hartford 1876 on the front flyleaf and annotated by him on the final text leaf, finished jan 29th and beneath that note, finished sept. Rare books by mark twain, including first editions, signed copies, and. Mark twain aka samuel clemens was most noted for his books tom sawyer and huckleberry finn, but he wrote many fine novels. Innocents abroad mark twain first edition signed rare book. Whats the value of a mark twain signature, autograph or. The following is a personality profile of mark twain based on his work. Clemens to a tippedin flyleaf of the first volume in the works of mark twain.
The flyleaf was signed by mark twain in 1906 in anticipation of the publication of this edition which did not appear until after his death. Mark twain signed book prince and pauper the raab collection. Additionally, i have recollections about mark twain and a story about a horse referred to as a mexican plug. Brief historybiography samuel langhorne clemens commonly known by his pen name mark twain was born on november 30th, 1835 and died on april 21st, 1910. Roughing it is a book of semiautobiographical travel literature written by american humorist mark twain. A set of thirtyfive hardcovers from the definitive edition of the writings of mark twain, published in the 1920s by gabriel wells of new york. Mark twain 18351910 was the pen name of samuel clemens, a journalist and the author of numerous short stories and.
The adventures of huckleberry finn, signed by mark twain. Clemens a rare signed volume of this renowned work among the greatest and best known works of twain indeed of american literature is the adventures of huckleberry finn, first published in 1885. Mark twain book collection collectible books for sale. The revisions also show how twain reworked his material to strengthen the characters of huck and jim, as well as his sensitivity to the thencurrent debate over literacy and voting. Innocents abroad chronicles what twain called his great pleasure excursion on board the chartered vessel quaker city through europe and the holy land with a group of american travelers in 1867. Kaplans book will undoubtedly be the portrait of mark twain for this generation. Tell us what else you do know and the antiques appraiser will be able to better assist you. Mark twain rare books and first editions at bauman rare books.
Westeryear pristine signed first edition by gorman, edward editor joe lansdale, max brand, mark twain, elmore leonard, harlan ellison, loren d estleman, bill pronzini, al sarrantonio, chad oliver, t. If you own a copy of this famous mark twain book with a. Etched portrait, signed mark twain bauman rare books. Stated signed limited edition, signed both mark twain and s. Mark twain book signed by clara clemens instappraisal. Grant, the 18th president of the united states, focused mainly on his military career during the mexicanamerican war and the american civil war, and completed as he was dying of throat cancer in 1885. Adventures of huckleberry finn mark twain first edition rare. Mark twain bauman rare books first editions, signed and. An inscription in bold, black handwriting read, this is the authorized uniform edition of all my books, and it was signed, mark twain. Mark twain autographed signed letter samuel clemens. If you own a copy of this famous mark twain book with a typo, you. In april 1902, while the clemens family was living in riverdaleonthehudson in new york in a rented home, olivia clemens signed a contract to purchase a house in tarrytown, new york known as hillcrest. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. This is the authorized uniform edition of all my books.
For a skinner rare book were looking for books that have a higher minimum auction value, so this book wouldnt be appropriate for auction, but it is a really nice book nonetheless. Mark twain s signed copy of hippolyte taines the ancient regime, signed saml. According to our correspondents, this statement also appears in a sixvolume series titled masterpieces of humor and may be reprinted elsewhere. He had quite a sense of humor and his books are very readable still to this day. There is one book signed by mark twain, the innocents abroad, a signed limited edition bound in leather, of which only 512 copies were. I would like to know the value to these books if possible. Samuel langhorne clemens november 30, 1835 april 21, 1910, better known by his pen name mark twain, was an american author and humorist. Signed writings of mark twain definitive edition book.
It reads, ampersand harrietstown, ny, 27 august 1901 my dear mr. I generally do one piece per question due to the time and research it takes to look up an item i will give you a ball park on a signed book by mark twain. Wahlgrens antiques roadshow appraisal of this mark twain inscribed. Oct 19, 2012 i have six green, identically bound mark twain books with gold embellishments in my possession. We collected a sample of 15 auction results for books containing mark twains signature from 1 different auction houses. Rare books by mark twain, including first editions and signed first edition copies of tom sawyer and the adventures of huckleberry finn. This is a copy of the prince and the pauper, signed during his stay in vienna. I have a book signed by twain, there were only 155 copies. Asked in mark twain, autographs what is the value of a 19 mark twain autographed book worth. Mark twain book signed by clara clemens posted by ssuzy990 i stumbled upon two old mark twain books recently at a thrift store here in florida and i bought them both despite the fact that one appeared to have writing in one of the front pages.
Now i ask you, what would you have done if this had happened to you. Mark twain collectible books for sale, antique books. How to tell if a signature is real book collecting guide. Mark twain 18351910 was the pen name of samuel clemens, a journalist and the author of numerous short stories and novels set in the american south.
Auction values tend to be at about 50% of moderate retail, so it is a book with value. Olsen and others and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Hi i have a book signed by mark twain, there were only 155 copies made. It is the foundation upon which later editions were built into the 20th century. I actually learned quite a bit about silver mining during the nineteenth century. Among the greatest and best known works of twain indeed of american literature is the adventures of huckleberry finn, first published in 1885. They are special edition, and come from a book publisher that is no longer in business as far as i am aware. With the bookplate prepared by anderson auction company in 1911 stating this book is from the library of samuel longhorne clemens mark twain signed by twains literary executor and biographer albert bigelow paine. According to the editors of the mark twain project at the university of california at berkeley each set of the autograph edition includes a leaf signed by clemens bound into the volume 1 the innocents abroad, part 1 and one or more leaves of manuscript sometimes a letter, sometimes leaves from a literary work tipped into one or more volumes. Sometimes its turned out to be surprisingly valuable. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. First edition, later printing of the authors second book. Clemens and mark twain is sure to remain for a long time the standard book about an extraordinary, complex personality and a career that touched almost every aspect of american culture in the later nineteenth century.
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