September 2019 Highlights - Silk Mill
We hope to be adding more and more highlights on the days leading up to the fair.
For now you can have a look at what was available at the previous fairs for an idea of what to expect.
For now you can have a look at what was available at the previous fairs for an idea of what to expect.
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"There is a book man of Torquay
Quite the gent as you can see Books of all sorts He never wears shorts Something to do with his knee" Once again we'll have the pleasure of Colin Baker's company - from Colin Baker Books for the Collector. Here are a few Highlights from his varied selection of Poetry, children's books, illustrated, detective fiction, West Country topography and Shell guides. |
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Bath and West Books
Jo West from Bath and West Books carries a beautiful stock of Children's Illustrated books and for the next fair she is bringing some lovely illustrated books including S. Louis Giraud's Bookano Stories No. 14: With Pictures That Spring Up In Model Form, Anatole France's At the Sign of the Reine Pédauque, Walter De La Mare's Down-Adown-Derry: A Book of Fairy Poems and Arthur Rackham's Cinderella. |
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To see more of Jo's stock before the fair visit her website www.bathandwestbooks.co.uk
Peter Foster Books @ The Frome Bookshop
Folio Society
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The Folio Society publishes carefully crafted editions of the world’s finest literature. From the choice of paper, typography, illustration and binding each edition makes a beautiful addition to a collection or a special gift.
At the shop we have a great selection of Folio Society books including The Four Gospels of the Lord Jesus Christ illustrated by Eric Gill, 2007 in a Luxury Limited Edition. |
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Noel Crack @ The Frome Bookshop
At The Frome Bookshop we have the pleasure of sharing the running of the shop with our colleague Noel Crack. While, in his own words, we have the 'fantasy' side of the shop, Noel has the 'factual' side with an extensive stock on Ornithology and British wildlife including a large selection of The New Naturalist Series. |
Noel is also a specialist in the life and works of the poets John Clare & Edward Thomas.
Children's Illustrated Books
Since opening the shop in Frome we have seen our stock grow very fast and while before we enjoyed going hunting for our favourite books we are now able to have several copies of Children's Classics like Peter Pan, Alice in Wonderland, Enid Blyton, Harry Potter, Beatrix Potter, Winnie-the-Pooh and many more. You can find from rare First Editions to more affordable, but still beautiful, copies.
Since opening the shop in Frome we have seen our stock grow very fast and while before we enjoyed going hunting for our favourite books we are now able to have several copies of Children's Classics like Peter Pan, Alice in Wonderland, Enid Blyton, Harry Potter, Beatrix Potter, Winnie-the-Pooh and many more. You can find from rare First Editions to more affordable, but still beautiful, copies.
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First Edition The Tale of Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle by B Potter, 1905 A lovely clean copy, in very good condition with an old repair to the spine. |
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Peter Pan in Kensington Gardens by J M Barrie, Undated With beautiful tissue guarded illustrations by Arthur Rackham |
Fine Bindings
Bindings have always been a passion for Peter, who grew up admiring his parents books. Fine bindings are all about craftsmanship and a work of art in themselves. In the shop we have a great selection of bindings, from antiquarian items to contemporary bindings.
Bindings have always been a passion for Peter, who grew up admiring his parents books. Fine bindings are all about craftsmanship and a work of art in themselves. In the shop we have a great selection of bindings, from antiquarian items to contemporary bindings.
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Royal English Bookbindings by Cyril Davenport, 1896 An unique full morocco binding with cockerell endpapers and binder's initials in gilt to the rear |
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The Frome Bookshop - 18 King Street, Frome, Somerset, BA11 1BH - www.thefromebookshop.co.uk
March 2019 Highlights - Cheese & Grain
Browse here a small selection of what will be on offer at the FROME BOOK FAIR 2019.
With 30 book sellers covering a wide range of topics there will be something interesting for everyone, from small items of ephemera, First Editions, local interest and many more.
With 30 book sellers covering a wide range of topics there will be something interesting for everyone, from small items of ephemera, First Editions, local interest and many more.
Bath and West Books
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Jo West from Bath and West Books carries a great selection of General antiquarian and secondhand stock and for the Frome Book Fair she is bringing this beautiful First Edition in dustjacket of Christopher Isherwood's Lions and Shadows - it has the stamp of Wordsworth's Cottage at Grasmere.
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Also a selection of books by and about Eric Gill including a third impression of 25 Nudes and a selection of books from the library of John Julius Norwich. |
Colin Baker Books for the Collector
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Come to the FROME BOOK FAIR on the 30th of March to find who is probably the smartest bookseller in town:
Colin Baker from Colin Baker Books for the Collector. Colin has a varied selection of Poetry, children's books, illustrated, detective fiction, West Country topography, Shell guides. Here are a few selected Highlights from his stock! |
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In addition to the Local History (Wiltshire & Somerset) printed ephemera, Maps and Holiday Guides brought by Joss Mullinger (This Way Books) will be this fine collection of mostly pre-war Isle of Man holiday guides with delightful decorative covers.
Peter Foster Books - The Frome Bookshop
A selection of Fantasy/Sci-Fi Magazines
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Including the First Editions
Phantasms by Virgil Finlay, 1993; Frazetta Illustrations Arcanum, 1994 and 21st Century Foss
Phantasms by Virgil Finlay, 1993; Frazetta Illustrations Arcanum, 1994 and 21st Century Foss
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Signed First Edition of Forrest Ackerman's Famous Monsters of Filmland, 1986. Signed by Forrest Ackerman and Ray Harryhausen. Forrest James Ackerman was an American magazine editor, science fiction writer and literary agent, a founder of science fiction fandom, a leading expert on science fiction, horror, and fantasy films, and acknowledged as the world's most avid collector of genre books and movie memorabilia. |
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A Revision of the Treaty. Keynes Rare 1st in Jacket. £425
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Derriere le Miroir - No. 186 Miro Sculptures First Edition Maeght, 1970. Fine copy. Two original double-page coloured lithographs by Miro and six lithographs after Miro, Complete. £170 |
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The Housekeeper's Oracle; or, Art of Domestic Management - Kitchiner, William
1st edition, Whittaker, Treacher & Co., 1829, engraved portrait frontispiece, few wood engraved illustrations & diagrams to text, scattered spotting particularly to frontispiece, light soiling, bookplate of Blanche Anding (cookery writer), edges untrimmed, 20th century quarter brown morocco gilt by Sangorski & Sutcliffe, Very Good. 8vo (Cagle 803) £375 |
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Collection of Llewellins and James of Castle Green Bristol Trade Catalogues 1889-1932
A Collection of eight Trade Catalogues and Price Lists dated 1889-1932.
All Llewellins and James Castle Green Bristol, varying condition but generally Very Good.
£150
All Llewellins and James Castle Green Bristol, varying condition but generally Very Good.
£150
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1. Hardback, cloth bound "Catalogue of Sections 9 to 86" "Illustrated Catalogue of Plumbers' Sundries" 1889. {3} 332-800pp, maroon cloth, bevelled edges, lacking spine. Presentation copy, hinges broken, a few loose leaves, intermittent light spotting.
2. Catalogue of Sanitary Fittings 1902 pp105, wrappers slightly stained, but VG
3. Catalogue of Lavatory Fittings nd c. 1920 slight staining to covers VG
4. Catalogue of Copper Circulating Cylinders covers stained nd c 1930
5. Catalogue Cocks and Valves 2 copies G/VG nd c. 1930
2 fliers and 2 price lists c. 1930
2. Catalogue of Sanitary Fittings 1902 pp105, wrappers slightly stained, but VG
3. Catalogue of Lavatory Fittings nd c. 1920 slight staining to covers VG
4. Catalogue of Copper Circulating Cylinders covers stained nd c 1930
5. Catalogue Cocks and Valves 2 copies G/VG nd c. 1930
2 fliers and 2 price lists c. 1930
Bound Books - Bookbinder
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If you are interested in fine bindings and would like to learn more about how books are bound come and visit Stephen Glendenning's stall at the fair. Stephen teaches bookbinding every week at his studio in Frome. "We make unusual sketchbooks, diaries, and photo albums. I also teach people how to rebind and conserve their own antiquarian books". |
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"My goal is to equip you with the skills and knowledge that will enable you to create handsome hand bound books at home and transform your bookshelves into something wonderful. Many years ago I studied Fine Art at Central St Martins before learning bookbinding at Dartington College with Mary Bartlett. I’ve worked in education for 10 years and I am passionate about conservation and restoration". |
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For more information visit Stephen's website: www.boundbooks.co.uk
Slade Military Books
Chris Slade will have for sale a range of military photographs, mostly of individual (but rarely named) soldiers and sailors from the First World War or earlier.
Most of the pictures are real studio photographs in the form of postcards.
Most of them around the £5 each.
Most of the pictures are real studio photographs in the form of postcards.
Most of them around the £5 each.
R. G. Watkins Books and Prints
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[SHEEP]. After DAVID LOW. "Race Dorset" by H. Eichens, after a drawing by Nicholson from a picture by Shiels. Hand-coloured lithograph, Published, MM, l'Agriculture Journal, c. 1850.
8.75in x 12in (Sheet size) £65 Come to Richard Watkin's stand to see this French copy of the David Low lithograph, showing the Dorset breed of sheep, from the farm of Michael Millar of Plush near Dorchester. |
To see more of Richard Watkin's stock or to contact him before the fair just visit his website www.rgwatkins.co.uk
September 2018 Highlights
Kate Holland
Hungry Grass
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We are always happy to welcome new additions to the Frome Book Fair and this September we have the pleasure to have Kate Holland, a bookbinder from Frome, joining the core of regular exhibitors of the fair. |
Dorian Gray
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"Kate is a multi award winning bookbinder, specialising in contemporary fine bindings to commission or for exhibition.
She uses traditional materials and techniques to produce a unique, modern binding that reflects the text, illustrations and typeface of the book".
She uses traditional materials and techniques to produce a unique, modern binding that reflects the text, illustrations and typeface of the book".
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https://katehollandbooks.co.uk/
Noel Crack - The Frome Bookshop
Whether you are a long time collector or just starting to ask yourself about the past history of our booming town, Noel Crack is the person to visit. With a large collection on the South West and Frome, you can also find many books on Natural History, General Nature, Country Life, "New Naturalist" and many more.
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Cuzner Hand Book to Froome Selwood, C1867 - With 12 fine engravings of views
£125.00
£125.00
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History of the Old Church of St. John of Froome
by William Bennet, 1866 £78.00 |
Buckland Dinham by Rev. J.D.D. Keilor, 1924
£48.00 |
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The Titford Family by John Titford, 1989 Fine in Dust-wrapper. This work contains much on Frome History £20.00 |
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Peter Foster Books - The Frome Bookshop
A regular exhibitor at The Frome Book Fair and previously at The Frome Independent Market, Peter is now proud to be found at The Frome Bookshop, recently opened in the heart of Frome, where he and Thais share the space with Noel Crack.
Hoping to go against the trend that has seen many independent second hand bookshops closing in the last few years, Peter and Noel are very pleased with the warm reception the shop received from the residents of Frome and surrounding areas.
Hoping to go against the trend that has seen many independent second hand bookshops closing in the last few years, Peter and Noel are very pleased with the warm reception the shop received from the residents of Frome and surrounding areas.
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The House at Pooh Corner, When We Were Very Young, Now We Are Six, 1980/82 - Signed by Christopher Milne
Three lovely copies of these much loved books all signed by Christopher Milne on the Harbour Bookshop bookplates.
The Harbour Bookshop was once owned by A. A. Milne’s son Christopher Milne who was immortalised by his father in the beautifully illustrated ‘Winnie-the-Pooh’ children’s books. Christopher Robin Milne founded the bookshop in Devon with his wife in 1951, they ran the bookshop until he retired in 1983 and Milne subsequently passed away in 1996.
Three lovely copies of these much loved books all signed by Christopher Milne on the Harbour Bookshop bookplates.
The Harbour Bookshop was once owned by A. A. Milne’s son Christopher Milne who was immortalised by his father in the beautifully illustrated ‘Winnie-the-Pooh’ children’s books. Christopher Robin Milne founded the bookshop in Devon with his wife in 1951, they ran the bookshop until he retired in 1983 and Milne subsequently passed away in 1996.
A rare collection of 10 copies from the popular Randolph Caldecott's 'Picture Books' Series, pre 1917.
All in remarkably clean, fresh and tight condition.
All in remarkably clean, fresh and tight condition.
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Tales of Mystery and Imagination by Edgar Allan Poe, 1975 A stunning full brown leather binding with embossed design and profuse gilt decoration to each board, gilt lettering and design to the spine, all page edges gilt, peach silk moiré endpapers and silk ribbon page marker.A beautiful fine binding in near fine condition |
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May 2018 highlights
Previously at The Frome Book Fair
Tennyson’s Guinevere and other Poems
Tony Butler from Stour Bookshop is bringing to the fair a copy of Tennyson’s Guinevere and other Poems – with 24 tipped-in coloured plates illustrated by Florence Harrison. Published by Blackie and Son, London, 1912, the book is in beautiful condition.
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Peter Foster Books
Peter Foster Books will have a selection of beautiful Children's Illustrated Books ranging from classics like Watership Down and The Chronicles of Narnia, modern classics like the Harry Potter Series to more obscure titles like Cosy Corner Stories.
Children's Illustrated Books
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Modern First Editions, Art, Signed Books & More
You can also visit Peter's stand for a selection of Modern First Editions including Ian Fleming's 007 stories, a signed copy of Venice Fantasies by Peter Blake and a collection of menus from the Double Crown Club.
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Blueberry Books
We are very pleased to welcome Milly Hughes from Blueberry Books to the group of booksellers attending the
FROME BOOK FAIR this year. Based in Bradford on Avon, Blueberry Books is a small book business that opened in June 2016.
FROME BOOK FAIR this year. Based in Bradford on Avon, Blueberry Books is a small book business that opened in June 2016.
The Wits and Beaux of Society
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The Caledonian Musical Repository: A Choice Selection of Esteemed Scottish Songs, Adapted for the Voice, Violin, and German Flute by Anon.
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The Virginians A Tale of the Last Century by William Makepeace Thackeray.
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2017 Highlights
Peter Foster Books
Peter Foster Books is know to visitors of The Frome Independent Market, having traded in 2015/16.
Peter & Thais are local booksellers based in Frome. For more info visit the website: www.peterfosterbooks.com.
Peter & Thais are local booksellers based in Frome. For more info visit the website: www.peterfosterbooks.com.
Lovely children's books & Prints
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Fine Bindings, Modern First Editions, Literature, Unusual & Poetry
R. G. Watkins Books and Prints
ROBERT BURNS and others.Collection of 54 engraved songs, chiefly Scottish, dating from 1790s-1820s, including 'Yellow-Hair'd Laddie'; 'Roslin Castle'; 'The Bud of the Rose' and others by William Shield; Callcott's 'When Arthur First in Court Began' and 'You Gentlemen of England'; 'The Fishing Duett' by Mozart; 'Life's a Pun' by Charles Dibdin (Signed); 'Content and a Cot' by James Hook, in 4 vols. Late 18th and early 19th century.
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JAPANESE BOOK. WATANABE GENTAI or RINROKU 1749-1822Japanese Artist. Rinroku gokan. Numerous woodcut illustrations, printed in black, and white of figures, furniture, 66pp.
Watanabe Gentai was the son of the painter Watanabe Shinsui [1720-67]. He studied under his father, Bincho and Nakayama Koyo, but also took in the flower-and-bird paintings of the Nanpin school. He became a Buddhist monk and took the name Gentai. This work is influenced by a respect for Chinese painting and features a number of seals. From an early French collection with note written in ink inserted. £250 |
Bond Books
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Howard Hodgkin (1932-1917)
The award-winning British abstract artist Howard Hodgkin (1932-1917) recently passed away. An exhibition of his work ironically entitled “Howard Hodgkin: Absent Friends” is currently on show at the National Portrait Gallery, London until 18 June.
Howard Hodgkin’s Indian Leaves by Michael Compton
This catalogue was published to accompany the exhibition held at The Tate Gallery (now Tate Britain) from 22 September to 7 November 1982. It comprised a remarkable group of paintings executed in textile dyes on hand-made paper which Hodgkin made in India in 1980. Price: £ 6 |
Howard Hodgkin Paintings by Michael Auping et al.
This catalogue documents the critically acclaimed and highly successful retrospective exhibition of Howard Hodgkin’s work held in 1995 at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, Texas, the Kunstverein fur die Rheinlande und Westfalen, Dusseldorf, and the Hayward Gallery, London. It includes a catalogue raisonne by Marla Price. Price: £ 20 
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F N CRACK (BOOKS)
Visitors of The Frome Independent Market will recognize Noel Crack from previous years. He specializes in Ornithology and British wildlife, the life and works of the poet John Clare among other local interests. For the next Frome Fair Noel will be bringing "one rather special item, which I have not had before and indeed had never seen".
"Cuzner's Handbook to Froome Selwood" with 12 engraved plates of views.
Good copy in original embossed green cloth with gilt titles. Published in Frome by S Cuzner c.1867.
With a large catalogue on Art reference, particularly twentieth century art & design, Karen from Bond Books will bring to the fair:
Rodchenko
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Brandt: The Photography of Bill BrandtBill Jay and Nigel Warburton.
Published by Thames & Hudson, 1999 This volume displays superbly printed duotone reproductions of Brandt’s photographs from throughout his career. Each of his various journalistic stories from the 1930s and ‘40s is represented, including his haunting images of London during the blitz. Price: £ 75 |
A selection of signed art books
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Offered by Peter Foster Books
"We are very proud to be part of the first FROME BOOK FAIR and to celebrate Frome's strong artistic heritage we've decided to go ARTY!" For more details about these and other books click here |
Thomas A. Clark 'Arrangement in a blue jug', 1977Also coming to the Fair an especially rare and beautiful item - A Limited Edition of 'Arrangement in a Blue Jug' by Thomas A. Clark - Arnica Press, 1977 - Produced on hand made paper and signed by Clark this is copy no 76 of 100. Offered by Marcus Campbell at £120 the book is part of an extensive collection of Moschatel Press publications, booklets and cards from the 1970's & 80's. |
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"Dean's New Gift Book Of Nursery Rhymes", 1971Michael Bishop will be bringing to the Fair a collection of books illustrated by the sisters Janet and Anne Grahame Johnstone. Twin sisters born in 1928, their work is instantly recognisable to children growing up in the 1950's and 70's from numerous books and their art work for early BBC TV Shows such as "The Flower Pot Men". 'The gentleman in the garden', pictured here, is an example of their work - now very collectable but still at "pocket money" prices.
As Michael will no longer be able to attend the fair any question about his stock should be directed to [email protected] |
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