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2026 RBMS Virtual Showcase

June 23-26, 2026

Virtual Book Fair Exclusive

Saul Marks and his Plantin Press

Ritchie, Ward

$750
Offered by Philip Salmon & Company Rare Books
  • Condition: Fine
  • Edition: One of 75 copies
  • Binding: Paperback Softcover
  • Publisher: Laguna Verde Imprenta
  • Location: Laguna Beach
  • Date: 1975
  • Seller SKU: 2386

Laguna Beach: Laguna Verde Imprenta, 1975. One of 75 copies. Softcover. Fine. Octavo. (12)pp. This is the first book issued by Ward Ritchie under the Laguna Verde imprint. Printed in memory of Saul Marks for Jake Zeitlin, who was the source of the Eric Gill wood engraving on the title-page, which was printed from the original block. Some manuscript corrections to text, apparently in Ritchie's hand. Apparently never sewn, otherwise a fine, bright copy in marbled wrappers made by Sidney Cockerell.

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Specializing in Antiquarian children's books and toys, Edward Gorey, Fine Printing, First Editions, Illustrated Books, Miniature Books, Movable and pop-up books and Social justice in the book arts.

A successor to the venerable rare book firm Bromer Booksellers, Philip Salmon & Company Rare Books continues to deal in the book beautiful in all its forms, from fine printing, artist's books, and illustrated books, to literary first editions, miniature books, and antiquarian materials for children. We also offer appraisal, collection development, and cataloging services.

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Philip Salmon & Shannon Struble
607 Boylston Street
Philip Salmon & Company Rare Books
Boston, Massachusetts 02116
Phone/Text: (617) 247-2818
https://www.salmonrarebooks.com/

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