Kunz Books

[waimeamomi]

I hope one of you got them. I didn't even come close.

http://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/6625089

[Caitlin]

They are Dover books, now. I hope Dover does another reprint. Even those are going for over $100.

[pattye]

Would be cool to have those, for sure!

[kojimapearl]

Mmmmmm ... I was gifted one of the first edition copies of The Book of The Pearl a few years ago. It is one of the very few possessions I would take with in an emergency. My favorite illustration is the "Madam Nordica Collection of Colored Pearls" shown below. This book is an oasis for me.

My favorite quote: "Do Churls know the worth of Orient pearls?
Give the gem which dims the moon to the noblest or to none."
-- Emerson

Happy Saturday to all you Pearls... I hope you are enjoying this beautiful summer!
Cheers, Sarah

[pattye]

What a treasure! And in good hands, too! Please do bring to the next Rukus!

[Pearlcat]

Lucky! What a beautiful book. The University of Oregon has a first edition copy, so I ordered it inter-library loan so I could at least look at it for a little while I did order a new copy (2001 pub date) from a seller on Amazon for $122. There are several available from various sellers for about $135. There are also two first editions available for $1200 and $2875! Kate

[GemGeek]

Thanks Sarah for the photos. The giver receives the gift of knowing how much you enjoy it and always will.

[kojimapearl]

I will surely bring it to the next Ruckus!
Having this book makes me feel like a "big girl".
Thanks Blaire.. Yes I also feel blessed by such generosity!

[waimeamomi]

Gosh, I should have gone for it on the books. They were first editions and signed! I was hoping someone here got them from that auction.

[Pearlgully]

Here are a few more listings on Abebooks (original hardcovers & new paperbacks) that are available for sale.
http://www.abebooks.com/servlet/Sear...pearl&x=32&y=6

Edit: If you go to farlang.com you can read the book online for free.

Gail

[MistofCassiopeia]

oooo, this is so tempting!