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Dan Dare Interplanetary Stamp Folder
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Dan Dare Interplanetary Stamp Folder
Lever Brothers / Lifebuoy Soap, 1953. Out of Print. Near Mint. The famously rare gift stamp album celebrating the world of Dan Dare as produced by Lever Brothers and Lifebuoy soap in 1953. The album is complete with ALL the stamps.

Four fold out pages of stamps (opens out to 560mm x 210mm) in sections; Presidents of the Planets, Historical Scenes, Famous Aircraft, Famous Buildings of the Planets, Interplanetary Plants, Interplanetary Animals, Transportation and Dan Dare and his Friends. Soft Cover Full Colour 6" x 8" (140mm x 210mm)
Rare Dan Dare Gift Stamp Album complete with ALL 32 stamps, all in lovely condition.

Our Price: £95.00 ($190.00) (€123,50)
     

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Daredevil Visionaries (Signed) (Limited Edition)
Kevin Smith, Joe Quesada and Jimmy Palmiotti, intro by Ben Affleck. Marvel, 2000. A SIGNED LIMITED edition deluxe hard cover collection of issues 1 - 8 of the very popular comic series. Limited to just 2500 copies each book contains a special CD-Rom (Mac & PC compatible) containing over 2 hours of audio commentary, complete unedited rough scripts, original art, sketches and reference material, Daredevil #0 and Daredevil #½.

Each book is signed by all three creators and numbered. 192 pages. Hard Cover Full Colour 7" x 10" (18cm x 25cm) Dust Jacket.

Our Price: £40.49 ($80.98) (€52,64)
     



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Stoker's Dracula

Stoker's Dracula

Written by Roy Thomas, illustrated by Dick Giordano, Dracula created by Bram Stoker. Marvel Comics, 2005. With the abrupt cancellation of the 1970s Dracula Lives ...more...
Daredevil: Yellow

Daredevil: Yellow

Jeph Loeb, Tim Sale, introduction by Stan Lee. Marvel Comics, 2002. From the best-selling Marvel Legends series, Daredevil: Yellow. It tells a story from Murdoch's ...more...
Drums of Terror  Voodoo in the Cinema

Drums of Terror Voodoo in the Cinema

Bryan Senn. Midnight Marquee Press, 1998. In the art of cinema, voodoo films possess their own unique flavour and attraction. Filled with bizarre rituals, tropical ...more...

Dragon Moon (Signed)
Chris Claremont & Beth Fleisher, John Bolton (Ill.). Bantam Books, 1994. Illustrated by John Bolton. FIRST EDITION DELUXE slip cased hard cover with dust jacket all in mint condition. 122 pages. SIGNED by all three creators. Hard Cover Full Colour 8" x 10" (20cm x 25cm)

Our Price: £36.90 ($73.80) (€47,97)
     


The Eagle Book Of Amazing Stories, 1974
Illustrated by Fortunino Matania. Fleetway Annual, 1974. First Edition. Out of print. From the highly regarded UK Comic, The Eagle, a collection of amazing true stories collected into a hardcover annual. Among the 20 stories are tales of Ned Kelly, Bonnie Prince Charlie, The Mad Czar & Daniel Boone.

The stories are sympathetically illustrated in mainly B&W by Fortunino Matania. 94 pages. 1st print, minor spine bumps, some yellowing of interior pages, VF- . Hard Cover Part Colour 8" x 11" (20cm x 28cm)

Our Price: £31.50 ($63.00) (€40,95)
     



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Rocketeer 3-D Comic, Sight 3-D Sound, Special

Rocketeer 3-D Comic, Sight 3-D Sound, Special

Art by Neal Adams. Disney Audio Entertainment, 1991. Out of Print. Fine. A chance to purchase this long out of print 3-D Comic by ...more...
Krazy and Ignatz: The Complete Full Page Comic Strips 1941-1942 (A Ragout of Raspberries)

Krazy and Ignatz: The Complete Full Page Comic Strips 1941-1942 (A Ragout of Raspberries)

George Herriman, edited by Bill Blackbeard. Fantagraphics, 2007. George Herriman integrated full, spectacular colour into Krazy Kat in June, 1935. The gorgeous evolution continues in ...more...
Krazy and Ignatz: The Complete Full Page Comic Strips 1939-1940 (“A Brick Stuffed with Moom-Bims”)

Krazy and Ignatz: The Complete Full Page Comic Strips 1939-1940 (“A Brick Stuffed with Moom-Bims”)

George Herriman, edited by Bill Blackbeard. Fantagraphics, 2007. This volume comes with an introduction by Jeet Heer who investigates the influence of Cliff Sterrett's Polly ...more...

Eagle Convention 1980: Official Souvenir Brochure
Eagle Convention Handbook. IPC/ Dragon’s Dream/ Astral Group, 1980. Out of print. Available again, the official handbook to the 1980 Eagle Convention. With a cover by Frank Hampson, there are features on Eagle Roll Of Honour, Checklist Of Eagle Articles, Publishing Chronology, Spin-off Publications, photographs, spot illus from famous Eagle illustrators and a host of other fascinating information. A fascinating booklet that no Eagle fan will want to be without. 44 pages. (Originally £1.50) Soft Cover Black & White Dust Jacket.

Our Price: £9.00 ($18.00) (€11,70)
     



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Spaceship Away Part 1  Dan Dare

Spaceship Away Part 1 Dan Dare

Edited by Rod Barzilay. Spaceship Away/ Rod Barzilay, 2003. Out of Print. The First new Dan Dare adventure since the demise of the Eagle. A ...more...
Modesty Blaise: The Puppet Master

Modesty Blaise: The Puppet Master

Peter O'Donnell & Enric Badia Romero, introduction by Jan Burke. Titan Books, 2005. Another top quality compilation of the B&W newspaper strips, written by Peter ...more...
Modesty Blaise: The Hell Makers

Modesty Blaise: The Hell Makers

Peter O'Donnell, Jim Holdaway, Enric Badia Romero, introduction by Max Allen Collins. Titan Books, 2005. Another top quality compilation of the B&W newspaper strips, written ...more...

EC Weird Fantasy Portfolio #3
Russ Cochran. Russ Cochran, 1973. First Edition. Out of print. We offer here an uncommon reprinting of five EC stories, as reproduced from the artist's original B&W illustrations. These are reprinted in large format on archival quality Bristol paper. The reproduction size & quality is exceptional, as expected from publisher Russ Cochran. This is EC Portfolio number 3, there were six produced in all. There are also four original covers, two science fiction & two horror, especially coloured by EC's former colour editor Marie Severin. The stories are “With All The Trappings!” from Graham Ingels, “50 Girls 50” Al Williamson & Frank Frazetta, “Mars Is Heaven” by Wally Wood, from a Ray Bradbury story, “Ace!” by John Severin & Al Feldstein's “ Spawn Of Venus.” The stories were written or adapted by EC editor Al Feldstein, publisher William M. Gaines & editor Harvey Kurtzman. For lovers of the finest in visual art & storytelling, this item comes with our highest recommendation. 40 pages. 1st print, NM. Soft Cover Part Colour 11" x 16" (28cm x 41cm)

Our Price: £65.00 ($130.00) (€76,05)
     


Edgar Rice Burroughs The Man Who Created Tarzan
Irwin Porges. Brigham Young University Press, 1975. This is an in-depth look at Edgar Rice Burroughs. Born over a hundred years ago, Burroughs is not only the originator of Tarzan, but is also acknowledged as an innovator of American science fiction, and his works are still enjoyed by millions of readers from all parts of the world. The book also takes a look at Burroughs' other-world fantasy and jungle adventure stories, and includes the flavour of his work done in other genre: western stories, mystery puzzles, plays, poems, articles, newspaper columns, photographs and drawings. Rare out of print, dust jacket and book in perfect condition. 820 pages. Hard Cover Black & White 9" x 11½" (23cm x 29cm)

Our Price: £54.00 ($108.00) (€70,20)
     


The Edgar Rice Burroughs Library Of Illustration: 3 Volume Limited Edition Boxed Set (Limited Edition)
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The Edgar Rice Burroughs Library Of Illustration: 3 Volume Limited Edition Boxed Set (Limited Edition)
Various artists, based upon the writings of Edgar Rice Burroughs. Russ Cochran, 1976, 1977, 1984. First Edition. Out of Print. Fine. Some of America's finest illustrators have been gathered here to show off their stunning & beautiful images, based on the creations of Edgar Rice Burroughs. ERB has risen to become a legendary fantasy writer but his name is forever linked with his most fascinating and enduring creation, Tarzan Of The Apes. Volume 1 is devoted to a reprinting of these stories as they originally appeared.

Among the artists whose illustrations appear are J. Allen St. John, John Coleman Burroughs, Hal Foster, Frank Frazetta, Jesse Marsh, Russ Manning, Roy G. Krenkel, Emsh & Reed Crandall. The works displayed include cover art, Comic and newspaper strips, paintings, watercolours, sketches, spot illustrations and much more. There are also interviews with surviving illustrators Frank Frazetta & Roy Krenkel.

We offer here a chance to acquire ALL THREE VOLUMES with the special slipcase, annotated in gold at the spine. Each cloth bound volume has a cover plate & gold embossed title plate. These were strictly limited & numbered to just 2,000 editions per volume. As expected with a publication from Russ Cochran, this is a reference work produced to the finest standards. 272 pages, 306 pages, 248 pages.

Slipcase, unobtrusive 3" split to paper covering at spine top, structurally sound, FN. Volume 1: 1st print, limited to 2,000 copies, as new, NM. Volume 2: 1st print, limited to 2,000 copies, as new, NM. Volume 3: 1st print, limited to 2,000 copies, as new, NM. 826 pages. Hard Cover Full Colour 9" x 12" (23cm x 30cm) Highly Recommended.

Our Price: £468.90 ($937.80) (€609,57)
     

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Edward Lear's Nonsense Verse
Edward Lear, illustrated by Jonathan Bentley. ABC Children's Classic, 1999. First Edition. Five of Edward Lear's favourite nonsense poems are fully illustrated by the quirky and amusing illustrations of Jonathan Bentley. Included are such classics as The Owl & The Pussycat, The Pelican Chorus and The Quangle Wangle's Hat. A joy for children & grown-ups, alike. 36 pages. 1st print, as new, NM. Hard Cover Full Colour

Our Price: £9.90 ($19.80) (€12,87)
     


The Encyclopedia Of American Comics, From 1897 To Present
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The Encyclopedia Of American Comics, From 1897 To Present
Edited by Ron Goulart. Facts On File, 1990. First Edition. Out of Print. Near Mint. As the name suggests, The Encyclopedia Of American Comics is an alphabetical reference of more than 600 entries, covering the major themes, characters & creators involved. These are supplied by 15 authors, edited into a cohesive whole by editor & co-author Ron Goulart. Other contributors include, Jim Vadeboncoeur Jr, John Benson, Bhob Stewart & Maggie Thompson.

The texts are punctuated with occasional B&W illustrations or photographs, plus 16-pages in full colour & detailed index. A valuable reference for fans & scholars, alike. Recommended. This hardcover edition with its original dust wrapper is in superb condition. 1st print, as new, NM; Dust wrapper, virtually new, original price label to back cover VF/ NM. 408 pages. Hard Cover Part Colour 9" x 12" (23cm x 30cm) Dust Jacket (ISBN: 0816018529)

Our Price: £16.20 ($32.40) (€21,06)
     

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Enemy Ace: War Idyll 1914 - 1918 (Signed) (Limited Edition)
Illustrated by George Pratt. DC Comics, 1991. Beautifully conceived and produced, this LIMITED hardcover book presents itself as the original diary of DC’s Enemy Ace. Covering the years 1914-18, of World War I. It contains Hans Von Hammer’s War Idyll memoirs, part written with beautiful pen & wash drawings and part comic story, from illustrator George Pratt. This edition contains a LIMITED SIGNED print #227 of 2000 and includes the original illustrated & numbered card mailer. 150 pages. Numbered colour card mailer, carefully opened, old price label stain, FN/ VF; hardcover as new, NM. Hard Cover Full Colour 9" x 14" (23cm x 36cm)

Our Price: £85.50 ($171.00) (€111,15)
     




L'Enfer Est Dans Le Sac (Hell is in the Bag)
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L'Enfer Est Dans Le Sac (Hell is in the Bag)
Illustrated by Jean-Pierre Lyonnet, texts by David Mc Neil. Crapule Productions, 1984. Out of Print. A series of humorous but obscure illustrations are imaginatively displayed by artist Jean-Pierre Lyonnet. These have been set to the quips of writer David Mc Neil. The book is supplied with a die-cut front cover and a single-sided 45rpm record. This is an original French language edition. 20 pages. Hard Cover Full Colour 12" x 11" (30cm x 28cm)

Our Price: £31.50 ($63.00) (€40,95)
     

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C'Etait Dans Le Journal (It was in the Newspaper)
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C'Etait Dans Le Journal (It was in the Newspaper)
CONTAINS ADULT MATERIAL. Illustrated by Ted Benoit, coloured by Frederic Mei. Crapule Productions, 1986. Out of Print. The Author & illustrator, Benoit, has fashioned a set of pitch-black images with a humorous twist, seemingly based on stories from Le Journal newspaper. These have been imaginatively coloured by Frederic Mei, under a die-cut front cover. Recommended for fans of the macabre. This is an original French language edition. It contains images of violence & murder. (ISBN: 2906310069) 20 pages. Hard Cover Full Colour 12" x 11" (30cm x 28cm)

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Fantasy: The Golden Age Of Fantastic Illustration
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Fantasy: The Golden Age Of Fantastic Illustration
Brigid Peppin. New American Library, 1976. First Edition. Out of Print. Very Fine. Author Brigid Peppin supplies a fascinating & detailed account, of the artists who worked in British fantasy illustration, from the late Victorian era, to the early twentieth century. These include such masters of the genre, as Aubrey Beardsley, Arthur Rackham, Gustav Dore, William Holman Hunt, Heath Robinson, John Tenniel & many more.

In all, forty-six illustrators are covered in the first major book of it’s kind. This is a handsomely illustrated account, containing 250 illustrations, 64 of which are in full colour. This is the 1st print, softcover edition, offered here in attractive condition. 1st print, minor spine shrinkage inside, scrape to back cover, VF-. 192 pages. Soft Cover Part Colour 9" x 12" (23cm x 30cm)

Our Price: £22.50 ($45.00) (€29,25)
     

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Fantasy Classics Vol 3 The Obsidian Ape
Robert Neal Leath. Fantasy House, 1973. A 1930s pulp reprint featuring classic horror/science fiction stories, with new interior and cover art. 48 pages. Soft Cover Black & White 8" x 11" (20cm x 28cm)

Our Price: £7.20 ($14.40) (€9,36)
     



Fantasy Reader Vol 6 Kings of Horror (Limited Edition)
Arthur Machen & Robert Chambers. One of a LIMITED EDITION series of books published in 1973 - 1975 (just 3000 copies each title). Each book reprints a classic fantasy/science fiction novella. With quality paper and colour covers of original art and occasional interior art. 80 pages. Soft Cover Black & White 4" x 8" (10cm x 20cm) Limited quantity available.

Our Price: £4.50 ($9.00) (€5,85)
     


Foom #16
Edited by David Craft. Marvel Comics, December 1976. First Edition. Marvel's official in-house fanzine, where FOOM stands for Friends Of Old Mighty Marvel. For its sixteenth edition are features on The FOOM Philosophy, Deathlok vs Slayer, Marie Severin Speaks, About The Artist Tom Sutton, wraparound Marvel bullpen cover & much more. 28 pages. 1st print, minor edge wear, small chip off back cover, VF-. Soft Cover Black & White 8" x 11" (20cm x 28cm) Rare.

Our Price: £18.00 ($36.00) (€23,40)
     


Frederic Remington: A Catalogue Raisonné  Volumes I and II
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Frederic Remington: A Catalogue Raisonné Volumes I and II
Peter H. Hassrick and Melissa J. Webster. Buffalo Bill Historical Center, 1996. Frederic Remington is the most celebrated artist of the American West. Through his remarkable imagery, he both documented and created the historic West that we recognize today. Now for the first time, those who love the work of Frederic Remington can find all his paintings, watercolours and drawings within this catalogue raisonne single publication of two large volumes.

These monumental books and PC-compatible CD-ROM list all Remington's known works and illustrates 3,000 of them, including more than 100 in full colour. 940 pages. Hard Cover Part Colour 9½" x 12½" (24cm x 32cm)

Frederic Remington   A Catalogue Raisonne   Volume II
Frederic Remington Catalogue Raisonne Volume II


Our Price: £112.50 ($225.00) (€146,25)
     

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